Ara Davao: “Really wanted to reflect on what happened the past year”
- Ara Davao marked her birthday with a reflective social media post highlighting her personal, family, and career milestones over the past year
- She shared a carousel of photos documenting key life updates, including her first birthday without her late father Ricky Davao and her gratitude for her close family, including her mom Jackie Lou Blanco
- Her post also highlighted professional experiences such as acting projects, a mall show, and a major television production appearance
- She additionally reflected on personal growth milestones, including living independently, traveling alone, and embracing a slower, more grateful pace in life
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Actress Ara Davao marked her birthday with a heartfelt social media post reflecting on a year filled with personal milestones, family moments, and career achievements.
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Ara, daughter of television personalities Jackie Lou Blanco and the late Ricky Davao, shared a carousel of photos on Sunday, April 12, that documented key moments from her past year. Each image was accompanied by overlay text where she opened up about growth, gratitude, and navigating life changes following the loss of her father.
In her post, Ara began by framing the collection as a reflection of her journey so far, writing:
“My year (so far!) in photos”
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She then expressed the emotional weight of celebrating her birthday without her father for the first time:
“Spent my first birthday without my dad. Missing him every single day.”
Despite the loss, Ara highlighted the importance of her support system and the time she has spent with her loved ones over the past year:
“Had a lot of time with family the past year. Eternally gratefulfor them.”
She also shared her appreciation for bonding moments with her mother through travel experiences:
“Got to travel with my mom again! I always enjoy and value these trips that allow us to bond even more.”
On the professional side, Ara looked back on one of her acting-related experiences, noting a mall show appearance for a film project:
“Did a mall show for a movie! It was a great experience and hopefully I get to do it again!!”
She also mentioned attending public events with her family, describing the experience as enjoyable and memorable:
“Was able to attend events with my mom and sister! It's always. a lot of fun when we get glammed up together!”
Among her personal highlights was a solo trip to South Korea, which she described with enthusiasm for traveling alone:
“Enjoyed a solo trip to Korea! Believe it or not, I love to travel alone! It's such a great way to do some Seoul-searching!”
Ara also reflected on her work in entertainment, including completing a chapter in a television project and participating in a major variety show production:
“Closed my chapter on Batang Quiapo with a bang! Did a full prod for ASAP!”
In addition to her career developments, she revealed a major personal milestone—moving into her own apartment and beginning life independently:
“Moved into my own apartment! Started living alone and documenting the solo adulting life!”
She further shared how she embraced a more social and event-filled year, noting her growing appreciation for dressing up and attending gatherings:
“Got dressed up more the past year and attended events feeling grateful and happy.”
One of the most emotional highlights in her post was seeing herself featured prominently in public advertising:
“Saw myself on a billboard on EDSA! Crying!”
Toward the end of her reflection, Ara expressed a sense of personal growth and acceptance as she continues navigating life at her own pace:
“Found myself living life at my own pace and growing grateful for everything so far.”
In the accompanying caption for her post, Ara summarized her feelings as she looks toward the future. “It was my birthday yesterday and really wanted to reflect on what happened the past year. Feeling grateful overall and can’t wait for the next chapter,” she wrote.
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.
In a previous report, Ara shared a heartfelt reflection on Christmas, expressing gratitude while remembering the loss of loved ones. She honored Pilita Corrales and Ricky Davao and their lasting impact on her life. Her post resonated with fans who also spend the holidays honoring those who have passed. She emphasized finding warmth and joy even amid grief.
Ricky would have celebrated his 64th birthday on May 30, 2025, with Ara honoring the occasion through a touching tribute to her late father. The actress shared a heartfelt video of herself dancing with Ricky, accompanied by an emotional message for him. Her sister, Rikki Mae, also later reacted to Ara’s tribute post.
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