Dani Barretto’s husband Xavi Panlilio pays heartfelt tribute to late Mito Barretto
- Dani Barretto’s beloved husband, Xavi Panlilio, paid tribute to the late Mito Barretto through a couple of heartfelt social media posts
- He shared family photos and recalled a fond memory of his late uncle-in-law
- Xavi expressed gratitude for how Mito always made him feel at home and remembered him as “the tito everyone dreams of being”
- His posts reflected both his grief and appreciation for the warmth Mito brought to the Barretto family
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Xavi Panlilio, husband of Dani Barretto, shared a heartfelt tribute to the late Mito Barretto, Dani’s uncle, as he remembered fond memories and expressed his grief on social media.

Source: Instagram
In one Instagram Story, Xavi posted a family photo that included Mito along with other relatives.
In the on-screen caption, Xavi recalled a special moment with Mito, earnestly writing: “I vividly remember you singing this song during your last birthday as you were handing me a beer. Thank you for always making me feel welcome @mitobarrettojr.”
Xavi also honored his late uncle-in-law with a touching message that read: “To the tito everyone dreams of being, rest in peace OG!”
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Hours later, he shared another photo, displaying a group shot with friends and relatives wearing barongs. On top of the smiling picture, he simply wrote: “Rest in peace, OG!” with Ambrosia’s “Biggest Part of Me” playing in the background.

The posts captured both the grief and gratitude Xavi feels for Mito, whom he described as someone who always made him feel at home in the Barretto family.
Dani Barretto is a prominent Filipino content creator, entrepreneur, and social media personality. She hails from the well-known Barretto showbiz family, being the eldest daughter of actress Marjorie Barretto and Kier Legaspi. Dani first gained recognition in 2012 when she launched her fashion and lifestyle blog, Ms. Style Is Eternal, and gradually built a loyal following. Beyond her online presence, Dani is a successful entrepreneur who co-founded several ventures, including the wellness-drink brand Wellness Whispers. She also hosts The Bare It All podcast, tackling topics such as wellness, motherhood, and personal growth with candid authenticity. In her personal life, Dani married Xavi Panlilio, a DJ, back in 2019, and they have two children: Millie and Riley.
Recently, Dani Barretto penned a heartfelt Instagram tribute mourning the death of her uncle “Tito Mits.” She remembered him as the family’s rock after the passing of Pikey and for never missing milestones. Dani shared cherished memories from a New York trip, calling it one of her most treasured moments. She promised to care for his family and said the family takes comfort in knowing he is reunited with Pikey.
As previously reported by KAMI, Dani Barretto warmed the hearts of netizens with her online post. Earlier, on Instagram, Dani posted some snaps from Carmina Villaroel's party. It is worth noting that Carmina celebrated her grand 50th birthday this year. Together with her post was a heartfelt message for celebrity couple Carmina and Zoren Legaspi.
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