Dennis Padilla, may emosyonal na song performance para kay Julia Barretto

- Dennis Padilla posted a birthday greeting for his daughter Julia Barretto on her 28th birthday

- The comedian expressed his love and prayers for her

- He also shared a video of himself singing "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" by Rod Stewart, accompanied by throwback photos of them together

- The post comes amid past reports of estrangement between Dennis and his children, but recent interactions suggest efforts toward reconciliation

On March 10, 2025, veteran comedian Dennis Padilla took to social media to celebrate his daughter Julia Barretto's 28th birthday. He shared a heartfelt message accompanied by a touching video montage that featured throwback photos of their moments together.

In his post, Dennis wrote: "Dearest Julia. Happy birthday anak. Praying for more blessings. Love you, anak." The accompanying video showcased Dennis singing Rod Stewart's rendition of "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You," interspersed with nostalgic photos capturing the father-daughter duo's cherished memories.

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"Have I Told You Lately That I Love You," originally written by Van Morrison and popularized by Rod Stewart, is a timeless ballad expressing deep affection and gratitude. The lyrics include:

Have I told you lately that I love you?

Have I told you there's no one else above you?

You fill my heart with gladness, take away all my sadness,

Ease my troubles, that's what you do.

The song's heartfelt message resonated deeply within the context of Dennis's tribute to Julia, highlighting his enduring love and hopes for reconciliation.

This public display of affection comes amid previous reports of estrangement between Dennis and his children. Notably, on February 9, 2025, Dennis shared that Julia and her brother Leon had sent him birthday greetings, indicating efforts towards mending their relationship.

Fans and followers expressed their support and admiration for Dennis's touching tribute, hoping it signifies a positive step towards healing and renewed familial bonds between the actor and his daughter.

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Dennis Padilla, may sweet na birthday greeting para kay Julia Barretto

To watch Dennis Padilla's heartfelt performance for Julia Barretto, see the video below:

Dennis Esteban Dominguez Baldivia, better known by his screen name Dennis Padilla, is a Filipino comedian and actor. He was born on February 9, 1962, to the late actor-comedian, Prudencio Baldivia and Catalina Baldivia. He is the father of Julia Barretto, a well-known actress, endorser, and vlogger in the Philippines. Julia is dating Gerald Anderson and was formerly in a relationship with Joshua Garcia. In 2021, the actress launched her brand, The Juju Club.

In a previous report, Dennis also received a text message from Leon Barretto on his birthday, February 9. The veteran comedian took to social media to share a screenshot of the message. In his short yet sweet message, Leon wished his father a happy birthday. The screenshot also shows Dennis’ reply to his son with Marjorie Barretto.

Earlier, Dennis and his children Gavin and Maddie were reunited months ago. The veteran actor took to social media to share a photo of the emotional moment they had during their reunion. As seen in the snapshot, Dennis warmly hugged his beloved kids. As per the celebrity dad, he did not see Gavin and Maddie for four years. The celebrity dad also thanked the Lord for the beautiful moment. He likewise reiterated his love for Gavin and Maddie.

Source: KAMI.com.gh