Politicians and celebrities put the spotlight on their dads on Sunday by posting tributes online in celebration of Father’s Day.
Some posted short but sweet messages while others posted throwback photos and stories showing how their fathers helped them become who they are now.
Here are some of their posts:
Senator Grace Poe posted a photo of her as a child together with “The King” Fernando Poe, Jr., taking pride in how he helped people while remaining a good father to her.
Being a father is one of the great joys of life and having a great dad is one of the great blessings. Happy Father's Day!!! pic.twitter.com/RKenZOhxtP
— Sonny Angara (@sonnyangara) June 18, 2017
Happy Father's Day! pic.twitter.com/Um2ETITjeo
— Senator Nancy Binay (@SenatorBinay) June 17, 2017
Senators Sonny Angara and Nancy Binay documented their family celebration for having one of the greatest blessings in their lives, their fathers.
Until her death in 2009, my Mom was really both Mom & Dad to me because I was only a year old when my Dad was imprisoned during Martial Law
— Kris Aquino (@KrisAquinoWORLD) June 17, 2017
Meanwhile, Kris Aquino dedicated a thread to her late parents and expressed her gratitude for their sacrifices not just for her but also for the country.
Other celebrities like Judy Ann Santos and Regine Velasquez-Alcasid took a break from their busy schedules to appreciate the lessons and guidance they received from both their fathers and their husbands.
Through warm messages or photos reminiscent of the past, some celebrities expressed their gratitude and love for their fathers who proved that while some heroes wear capes, others are simply dads. Pathricia Ann V. Roxas, Contributor/CBB
To the best dad anyone could ask for.. Happy Father's Day, Papa Ricky. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/fb2nFkJee5
— Enrique Gil (@QUENatics4ever) June 18, 2017