Janno Gibbs pens emotional Father’s Day tribute to the late Ronaldo Valdez

• Janno Gibbs shared a heartfelt Father’s Day message to his late father Ronaldo Valdez with a Star Wars reference

• He thanked his father for teaching him how to be a good dad and said the Force is strong in him because of Ronaldo

• Ronaldo Valdez was a veteran Filipino actor who passed away in December 2023 at age 76

• Janno’s tribute highlighted their strong bond and reminded fans of Ronaldo’s lasting legacy as both a father and actor

Singer-actor Janno Gibbs paid tribute to his late father, veteran actor Ronaldo Valdez, in a touching Father’s Day post that stirred both nostalgia and emotion among netizens.

Sharing a screenshot from a film they starred in together, Janno wrote a deeply personal message filled with warmth and love

“To My Obi Wan. Thank you for teaching me The Way of being a Father. The Force is Strong in this Dad because of you. May the Love Be w/ You, always. Happy Father’s Day Papa.”

The tribute, laced with Star Wars references, reflects the deep bond Janno shared with his father—one that transcended the screen and was rooted in real-life mentorship and affection. Janno honored not just Ronaldo Valdez’s role in shaping him as a person, but also his spiritual and emotional legacy. The message captures a sense of enduring guidance, a father’s influence that remains alive, even in absence.

Ronaldo Valdez was a celebrated figure in Philippine showbiz, known for his versatility and charisma across decades of acting. With a career that spanned television, film, and theater, he earned admiration for portraying complex men with compassion and depth.

Valdez passed away on December 17, 2023, at the age of 76. His death shocked the nation, especially after it was confirmed by police reports and the family that he took his own life. The tragic news opened up conversations about mental health, even among elders and public figures who are often seen as unshakable. Janno, while initially private about the loss, later joined his family in publicly remembering his father with love, dignity, and courage.

Janno Gibbs is a Filipino singer-songwriter, actor, and comedian. He was a host of various GMA-7 shows before, such as Eat Bulaga and Kakasa Ka Ba Sa Grade 5. Janno is the son of the late veteran actor, Ronaldo Valdez. His wife is actress, Bing Loyzaga, and they have two daughters named Alyssa and Gabby.

In a previous report by KAMI, Janno shared a quote card of Andrea Brillantes about 'one of the curses of being pretty.' On his Instagram, @jannolategibbs, the singer not only reposted the quote card but even reacted to it as well, writing a quick note about it. As seen in the quote card, Andrea talked about the 'curse' of being beautiful and talked about the topic of bullying and choosing friends. "I know exactly how you feel," Janno reacted.

Earlier, Ronaldo Valdez would have turned 77 years old last November 27. Janno Gibbs then took to social media to greet his late dad. On his Instagram page, @jannolategibbs, Janno shared a video of him and the veteran actor singing “Just the Two of Us” by Bill Withers and Grover Washington, Jr. The video was initially published on Janno's YouTube channel in June of 2021. In the caption, the singer-comedian wrote a short but heartfelt message to his beloved father. It can be recalled that Ronaldo died at the age of 76 on December 17, 2023, in Quezon City.

Source: KAMI.com.gh