Ara Davao reflects on Christmas while honoring Pilita Corrales, Ricky Davao

• Ara Davao shared a heartfelt reflection on this year’s Christmas, expressing both gratitude and the pain of loss
• She remembered the late icons Pilita Corrales and Ricky Davao, acknowledging the lasting impact they had on her life
• Her message resonated with fans, many of whom related to celebrating the holidays while honoring loved ones who have passed
• Through her post, Ara emphasized that it is possible to find warmth and joy even amidst moments of sorrow

Ara Davao took to social media to share a heartfelt reflection on this year’s Christmas, expressing both gratitude and a sense of loss. In her post, she remembered her grandmother Pilita Corrales and father Ricky Davao, whose influence and presence left a lasting mark on her life.

Sharing photos of the two, Ara wrote, “Christmas has always been my favorite season. This year, though, it comes with mixed emotions.” She continued, explaining the depth of her feelings, “I’m grateful, I’m celebrating, but I’m also carrying the quiet ache of losing people who meant everything to me.”

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Ara added a poignant thought on grief and love, noting, “And maybe that’s okay. Grief, after all, is just love that never learned how to leave. Somehow, that still feels very Christmas-y.”

Her post resonated with fans and followers, many of whom shared their own experiences of celebrating the holidays while remembering loved ones who have passed. Ara’s reflection highlighted the bittersweet nature of the season—a time of joy intertwined with memories and the enduring impact of those who are no longer with us.

Through her message, Ara not only honored Pilita and Ricky but also reminded her audience that it’s possible to find warmth and celebration even in moments tinged with sorrow.

Ricky Davao was a renowned Filipino actor and TV director with a career spanning several decades. He delivered memorable performances in projects such as Abot Hanggang Sukdulan, Saranggola, and Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie, earning recognition from esteemed award-giving bodies. Aside from acting, he also made notable contributions behind the camera as a director. In his personal life, he was married to actress Jackie Lou Blanco, and they had three children before their separation in 2011. Despite parting ways, they continued to collaborate professionally, even reuniting on-screen in 2021.

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Ricky Davao would have celebrated his 64th birthday on May 30. To honor her late father, Ara Davao shared a heartfelt post, featuring a touching video of her dancing with him along with an emotional message. Later, her sister Rikki Mae reacted to Ara’s tribute, sharing her own response to the post.

Just recently, veteran actor Bing Davao has died at the age of 65 from a cardiac arrest, according to his niece, Rikki Mae Davao, who confirmed the news to major outlets including GMA News and ABS-CBN News. Bing was the brother of the late Ricky Davao, who passed away earlier this year after a battle with cancer. Throughout his career, he appeared in notable projects such as Victor Magtanggol, The Rich Man’s Daughter, and ABS-CBN’s Darna.

Source: KAMI.com.gh