Janine Gutierrez reflects on “toughest year,” crying on her birthday

• Janine Gutierrez shared an emotional reflection on her 36th birthday remembering her late grandmother Pilita Corrales

• The actress recalled crying during dinner with her boyfriend Jericho Rosales after hearing her grandmother’s voice singing happy birthday in her head

• Janine found an old letter from her grandmother before a trip which she took as a comforting sign to go despite worries about their yaya’s illness

• She expressed gratitude for her family friends and supporters saying that life is beautiful and encouraging everyone to keep showing up

Actress Janine Gutierrez opened up on social media about her deeply emotional 36th birthday last October 2, sharing how memories of her late grandmother, Pilita Corrales, came flooding back during a quiet dinner with her boyfriend, Jericho Rosales.

In a heartfelt post, Gutierrez recalled breaking down in tears when Rosales greeted her at midnight. “We were having dinner the day before my birthday and when Echo said happy birthday because it was already midnight in Manila, out of the blue, I couldn’t stop crying,” she wrote. “I could hear Mamita’s voice in my head singing happy birthday and it just hit me. She would always sing happy birthday in her full singing voice and it just kept playing in my head and I really couldn’t stop crying over my seafood like a baby. I guess that’s grief.”

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Gutierrez also shared that she had been hesitant to leave for a trip because their longtime yaya, whom she described as their “second mom,” is currently undergoing treatment. But before leaving, she found an old letter from her grandmother while packing — a moment she described as a comforting sign. “I also kept crying when I found it because it felt like a message from her saying I should go. Don’t worry,” she wrote.

Despite the challenges of the past year, Gutierrez expressed gratitude for the love and support surrounding her. “It’s been the toughest year but I’m just filled with gratitude for everyone who’s held mine and my family’s hand throughout everything,” she said, thanking her loved ones, colleagues, and fans. She ended her post with an uplifting message: “Life is beautiful, just keep showing up. Thank you guys, I love you.”

Janine Gutierrez, on the other hand, is a celebrated Filipina actress, television host, and model. Hailing from a prominent showbiz lineage, she is the daughter of Ramon Christopher Gutierrez and Lotlot de Leon. Her acting career commenced in 2011 with GMA Network, where she gained recognition through various television roles. In 2021, she transitioned to ABS-CBN, starring in notable series such as Marry Me, Marry You and Dirty Linen. Jericho Rosales has recently confirmed his romantic relationship with Janine, with the actor making a public declaration during his tribute to the late singer and Janine’s grandma, Pilita.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Ramon Christopher “Monching” Gutierrez celebrated Janine Gutierrez’s birthday with a touching post on Instagram. He shared a collage of photos showing Janine enjoying moments with her siblings, emphasizing her role as their eldest sister. His post served as both a birthday greeting and a tribute to the strong bond she has built within their family. The photos and his message reflected Monching’s deep love, admiration, and pride for Janine.

Earlier, Janine Gutierrez took to social media to share a heartfelt greeting for her boyfriend, Jericho Rosales, as he celebrated his birthday. She posted a reel on Instagram featuring a collection of their sweet moments together. The video showcased candid clips, capturing both lighthearted and affectionate snapshots of their relationship. Alongside the reel, Janine wrote a simple but touching message for Jericho. The reel quickly gathered likes and comments from followers, with many celebrating the couple’s relationship and sending birthday wishes to Jericho.

Source: KAMI.com.gh