Robin Padilla opens up on mom’s dementia, Mariel’s love for Mommy Eva

• Senator Robin Padilla expressed gratitude to his wife Mariel Padilla for visiting and caring for his mother Eva Cariño Padilla who is battling dementia

• Robin shared touching photos of Mariel speaking with and hugging Mommy Eva showing warmth and compassion

• In his post he reflected on the struggles of dementia and thanked Mariel for her patience and understanding as a mother herself

• Robin is the son of late actor Roy Padilla Sr and actress Eva Cariño and brother to BB Gandanghari Rommel Padilla Royette Padilla and Casimero Rommel Padilla Jr

Senator Robin Padilla took to social media to express his gratitude to his wife, Mariel Padilla, for spending time with his mother, Eva Cariño Padilla, who is currently battling dementia. The senator shared touching photos of Mariel sitting beside “Mommy Eva,” speaking tenderly to her, and embracing her with love and care.

In his post, Robin reflected on the pain and difficulty of watching a loved one struggle with dementia, describing how his mother often drifts between memories and moments in time. He then thanked Mariel for her patience and compassion, acknowledging the deep understanding shared among mothers. The senator wrote:

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“Sa sakit na dementia na pinagdadaanan ng aking mahal na Ina,

Mahirap masundan kung nasan siyang panahon at kung sino ang kausap o kasama niya,

Tanging ang mga INA lamang ang nagkakaintindihan.

Maraming salamat aking asawa sa inilalaan na panahon sa aking mahal na Ina.”

Robin Padilla is the son of the late actor and director Roy Padilla Sr. and actress Eva Cariño. He has several siblings who are also in the entertainment industry, including BB Gandanghari (formerly Rustom Padilla), actors Rommel Padilla and Royette Padilla, and politician-actor Casimero “Rommel” Padilla Jr.

Mariel Padilla is a Filipina television host, actress, and social media personality. She is best known for her work as a host on ABS-CBN’s long-running noontime show, "Wowowee," and later, "It's Showtime." Mariel is also widely recognized as the wife of actor and senator Robin Padilla. The couple got married in 2010 and have two children together namely Isabella and Gabriela Padilla.

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Previously, Mariel Padilla backed Senator Robin Padilla amid online criticism accusing him of making a “dirty finger” gesture during the singing of the national anthem at the Senate. She posted a photo collage on Instagram Stories, showing that her husband raised his index finger. She included a “watch before you judge” link sticker that led to a TikTok video explaining the meaning of the gesture. The actor-turned-politician also addressed the false claim on Facebook, sharing images from the viral moment and clarifying the meaning of the gesture.

In another report, Mariel Padilla was among the first to share glimpses of Sen. Camille Villar’s dazzling baby shower on social media. The wife of Sen. Robin Padilla posted photos from the event, captured by Next by Metrophoto, highlighting the joyous celebration. The gathering brought together the lady senator’s closest friends from politics and showbiz, including Toni Gonzaga and Ruffa Gutierrez. They enjoyed a day filled with laughter, warm conversations, and heartfelt moments that emphasized their lasting friendship.

Source: KAMI.com.gh