Cristine Reyes, inalala ang kanyang Tatay Demetrio sa ika-40 araw ng pagpanaw nito

- Cristine Reyes recently shared a deeply emotional post on social media commemorating the 40th day since the passing of her father, Esteban Reyes, who died last April

- Cristine’s message highlighted her father’s lesson on moving forward without bitterness, emphasizing her continued resolve to persevere with his and God’s guidance, stating, “I will continue to stand up no matter how many times I stumble”

- The post observed the traditional Filipino and Catholic belief that the 40th day marks the soul’s final departure to its resting place, making it a crucial period for remembrance and prayers

- Her public expression of grief garnered an overwhelming response from followers, who filled her comments section with heartfelt messages of condolences, prayers, and solidarity

Cristine Reyes recently shared on Instagram a deeply poignant tribute to her late father, Esteban Reyes, marking the traditional 40th day since his passing last April.

Her heartfelt Instagram post resonated with thousands of followers, drawing an outpouring of support and shared sentiments of loss and resilience.

In her moving message, Reyes reflected on the profound impact her father had on her life, particularly in teaching her to confront adversity with grace.

“Kahit lubos ang kalupitan ng tadhana sa atin. Pinakita mo sakin kung paano magpatuloy ng walang kapaitan. Kaya patuloy akong tatayo kahit ilang beses ako madapa. Alam ko andyan ka kasama ang Panginoon para akayin ako palagi at hilumin ang mga sugat,” she wrote. (Even with destiny's utmost cruelty to us. You showed me how to move forward without bitterness. So I will continue to stand up no matter how many times I stumble. I know you're there with the Lord to always guide me and heal the wounds.)

The actress concluded her message with a loving “Happy 40th day in heaven.. 🤍,” accompanied by a serene white heart emoji.

The observance of the 40th day is a significant spiritual and cultural milestone in Filipino tradition, particularly within Catholic communities.

It is widely believed to be the day the soul fully departs the earthly realm and ascends to its final resting place, making it a crucial period for prayers and remembrance for the deceased.

Cristine’s post served as a public acknowledgment of this solemn yet hopeful transition for her father.

Her public expression of grief and unwavering faith immediately elicited a flood of responses from her loyal fanbase and peers.

The comments section of her Instagram post became a testament to the collective empathy of her community.

Messages ranging from simple heart emojis and prayers to more elaborate condolences filled the feed.

One follower, @hkluvrsako, simply offered “💐🙏🏼🤍,” while others like @realedumanzano and @nacario_suzetteparagoso echoed “🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻” and “🙏❤” respectively.

More personal messages poured in, such as @emilmonev's “My condolences 💐 to the Family, relatives and friends 😢♥️🙏🏻” and @vilmaclairediaz's comforting “May God rest his soul 🙏🙏🙏.”

A particular comment, “Rip po Lolo Metring” from @thiiirdiii, seemed to indicate a familiar nickname for her father, highlighting the personal connection followers felt.

The supportive “Hugs AA! @cristinereyes 🤗🙏❤️🕊️🥀” from @reignbellanicole further demonstrated the warmth and solidarity extended to the grieving actress.

Cristine’s openness in sharing her personal grief on social media allows fans to connect with her on a deeper, more human level.

It underscores how public figures navigate personal losses while under constant public scrutiny, often turning their vulnerability into a source of shared strength and collective mourning for those who admire them.

Her continuous commitment to her professional life while openly coping with personal sorrow also serves as an example of resilience for many.

The 40th-day commemoration on social media is a powerful reminder of the enduring bond between a child and parent, and the strength drawn from love and faith even in the face of profound loss.

Cristine’s message, steeped in hope and gratitude, reflects a journey of healing and acceptance, inspired by the legacy her father left behind.

Cristine Reyes is a prominent Filipino actress known for her versatility and success in Philippine cinema. Throughout her career, Cristine has received multiple accolades and awards. In her personal life, she was previously married to Ali Khatibi. They have a daughter named Amarah, born on February 8, 2015. Eventually, she confirmed their separation, and in 2024, she revealed that their marriage had been annulled for over a year. Currently, she is now in a relationship with actor and model Marco Gumabao. The couple went public with their relationship in the lovely month of April 2023.

Last month, Cristine stirred a buzz on social media when she once more followed Marco Gumabao on Instagram. The actress has previously unfollowed the actor, and the latter has likewise unfollowed her. Now, a look at the followed list of Cristine on IG would show Marco's account under it. Cristine and Marco have been in a relationship for quite a lengthy time already and breakup rumors swirled after netizens noticed them unfollowing each other on the social media platform.

She also previously took to Instagram and shared several heartwarming photos of her adoptive father, Demetrio Pascual or "Daddy Metreng." She noted that her father was her first love, her everything. The beautiful actress also bid her father farewell, and many netizens expressed their heartfelt condolences to Cristine. In a previous post, the actress gave a lengthy tribute to her adoptive father, thanking him for the immense love that he showered them.

Source: KAMI.com.gh