Dingdong Dantes, may emosyonal na inamin bilang ama ni Zia at Sixto
- Dingdong Dantes expressed his happiness and pride after witnessing his children, Zia and Sixto, perform onstage for the first time during their respective music recitals
- The actor shared that he had missed several important milestones in the past because of his work commitments, making it especially meaningful that he was able to attend both performances
- He praised his children for overcoming their different approaches to nervousness and confidently showcasing their talents in singing and playing the drums
- Dingdong also gave special recognition to his wife, Marian Rivera, for being consistently present and supporting their children’s activities, expressing his gratitude for her dedication as a mother
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Dingdong Dantes shared a heartfelt message about fatherhood, family, and the importance of being present after witnessing two special milestones in the lives of his children, Zia and Sixto.
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In a social media post, the actor recalled how both children performed onstage during the same weekend, with Zia showcasing her singing abilities at a recital while Sixto demonstrated his skills by playing the drums. It was a particularly memorable occasion because it marked the first time both children had experienced performing on that kind of stage.
“Back-to-back milestones on two stages over one weekend. Zia sang at her recital, and Sixto played the drums. It was the first time for both of them to be on that kind of stage,” Dingdong wrote.
The actor admitted that he had missed several important moments in his children’s lives because of his demanding work schedule. Although he wanted to attend their activities, there were occasions when professional commitments prevented him from being physically present.
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He recalled how he sometimes had to settle for asking his children how their performances or activities went instead of experiencing those moments himself. For Dingdong, being able to set aside an entire weekend for his family was therefore especially meaningful.
“I’ve missed a lot of their milestones because there were days I couldn’t get away from work, even though all I wanted was to be there with them. Too many times, I’ve had to ask, ‘How did it go?’ when I wished I’d seen it for myself.”
Dingdong acknowledged that balancing professional responsibilities and family life can be challenging, particularly when both parents have careers. He explained that keeping his schedule free for the weekend allowed him to give his children his full attention and personally witness something they had worked toward.
“Being able to keep this weekend free meant a lot to me, especially knowing how hard that can be when both parents are working. I wanted to be present. And this time, I was.”
The actor then expressed how impressed he was by Zia and Sixto’s performances. He said he was overwhelmed with pride as he watched them take on their respective challenges, noting that the two children had very different ways of dealing with nervousness.
According to Dingdong, Zia repeatedly told her parents how nervous she was in the days leading up to her recital. Sixto, on the other hand, appeared much more relaxed about his performance.
Despite their contrasting personalities and approaches, both children eventually found the courage to step onto the stage. What stood out most to their father was the happiness he saw in their eyes as they did something they genuinely enjoyed.
“Proud is an understatement. Manghang-mangha ako. Ilang gabi bago ang recital, paulit-ulit na sinasabi sa amin ni Zia kung gaano siya kinakabahan. Si Sixto naman, chill lang. Magkaiba sila ng paraan ng pagharap sa moment na ’yon. Buong tapang silang umakyat sa stage, at ang pinakatumatak sa akin, yung saya sa mga mata nila. I got to sit there and watch our kids do what they love, and I didn’t want to miss a thing.”
Dingdong also made sure to acknowledge Marian, whom he credited for being consistently involved in their children’s development and activities. He recognized that his wife had accompanied Zia and Sixto through countless milestones, including many occasions that he only learned about afterward through photographs and videos.
“And of course, they wouldn’t have been able to do any of this without their mom. Marian has been there for them every step of the way, including so many moments I’ve only heard about afterward (with pictures and videos, of course). I’m so grateful for her.”
Zia is the eldest child of Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes. The actress gave birth to their daughter on November 23, 2015, and the couple has regularly shared meaningful family experiences and their children’s milestones with their followers. Their second child, Sixto, was born on April 16, 2019.
Marian Rivera is a Filipino-Spanish actress who rose to become one of the country’s biggest television stars through hit productions such as Marimar, Dyesebel, and Darna. She is the only child of Spanish father Francisco Javier Gràcia Alonso and Filipina mother Amalia Rivera. Her parents separated when she was three, and she was raised primarily by her maternal grandmother in Cavite. Marian eventually became one of Philippine entertainment’s most recognizable personalities and formed a highly popular on-screen partnership with Dingdong. Their working relationship eventually developed into a romance, leading to their marriage in 2014. They now have two children, Zia and Sixto, and are considered among the country’s prominent celebrity families.
In an earlier social media update, Zia demonstrated her singing abilities during a recital attended by her parents. Marian shared a video of her daughter’s performance through Instagram Stories, giving followers a glimpse of the young girl’s musical activity. The occasion was another special family moment, with Zia taking the stage to showcase what she had learned. Her recent performance was particularly meaningful to Dingdong because he was able to witness it personally, rather than hear about it afterward or watch it through a recording.
In another report, Marian addressed a viral video from the filming of her 2014 teleserye Dyesebel, which showed her apparently scolding someone at the location. She discussed the incident during an appearance on Ang Walang Kwentang Podcast, hosted by director Antoinette Jadaone and fellow filmmaker JP Habac. Marian explained that GMA personnel had already instructed people at the filming location not to take photographs. However, she recalled that one man continued insisting on getting a picture despite being reminded of the restriction. The actress said she eventually confronted him after feeling that their polite requests were being ignored.
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