Traits of celebs’ hardworking dads worth emulating

What traits does your father have that’s worth emulating? The answers from these celebrities:

Donny Pangilinan

Donny Pangilinan

Usually, it’s the parents who say this about their children, but I’m super proud of my father (Anthony Pangilinan)—but, he knows this already. No matter what, he’ll do anything to be there for us, to support us. I want to tell him that I’m working hard for us, and that I love him so much.

Christian Bautista

Christian Bautista

My father still does his best to provide for us and make us feel comfortable. He always looks out for us and makes sure we’re OK.

He has always been supportive of my career and still watches my shows. He laid out a good foundation for his children and taught us to work hard, love family and love God.

Jerome Ponce

Jerome Ponce

Things weren’t perfect between us—nothing’s perfect in life, anyway—but I remain very grateful to him. Slowly, things are getting better. To my father, I learned a lot from you and recognize all your hard work.

Julie Anne San Jose

Julie Anne San Jose

My father isn’t the type who celebrates such occasions. But it would be nice to give him something that would make him feel special. He’s like an older kuya who’s very protective of me; he’s the type who would do anything for his family. He always reminds me to be grateful and keep my feet on the ground; to thank those who stayed by my side every step of the way.