Andi Eigenmann reveals first item she bought with her "Agua Bendita money" is now with Ellie

• Andi Eigenmann, a former actress, touched the hearts of netizens with her latest post
• Earlier, on Instagram, Andi posted a photo of an item that her daughter, Ellie, is now using
• In her post, Andi admitted that she had "sold it" back then but her mother bought it back
• Now, Andi has officially passed it on to her "not-so-little lady" which touched her fans online

Andi Eigenmann, a former actress and now a devoted mom, touched the hearts of netizens after sharing a sweet and nostalgic backstory about an old item that her daughter, Ellie, is now using.

Taking to Instagram, Andi posted a photo of Ellie sitting beside a black handbag with gold details. While it might look like any other accessory, the bag holds a special place in Andi's heart — it was the very first luxury item she purchased with her earnings from the hit TV series Agua Bendita.

"First bag I bought with my Agua Bendita money LOL! I thought I had sold it with every other luxury item that had no use for me in Siargao, but my nanay was the one who secretly bought it back, and now it's passed on to my not-so-little lady," Andi wrote in her caption on Instagram.

The sentimental post not only drew praise from fans for its touching message but also offered a glimpse into Andi's evolving lifestyle—from showbiz glamor to a more grounded, island-based life.

The post was followed by a light-hearted selfie moment between the mother-daughter duo. However, Ellie chose to cover her face in the photo. "With her signature pose," Andi even joked.

Andi rose to fame in 2010 after being cast as the lead in ABS-CBN's TV adaptation of the 1980s comic Agua Bendita by Rod Santiago, where she portrayed twin sisters Agua and Bendita. Her performance alongside Matteo Guidicelli and Jason Abalos garnered widespread acclaim and marked her breakout role in Philippine television, solidifying her career in the showbiz industry.

Now, years later, that same project of hers has brought a sentimental memory full circle as Andi passes down a piece of her past to the next generation — her daughter with Jake Ejercito, Ellie.

Andi Eigenmann is a Filipino actress, model, and social media personality. She is best known for her roles in television dramas and films in the Philippines. She comes from a well-known showbiz family—her mother is veteran actress Jaclyn Jose, and her father is actor Mark Gil. Andi gained fame for her lead role in the ABS-CBN fantasy drama Agua Bendita. In recent years, Andi stepped away from mainstream showbiz to embrace a more laid-back island lifestyle. She eventually moved to Siargao with her fiancé, professional surfer Philmar Alipayo, and their children.

As previously reported by KAMI in April, Andi Eigenmann stirred online discussions with her Instagram story. While the post seemed like a simple update, Andi's caption piqued netizen's interest. In the photo, the former actress can be seen watering plants in their lush garden on the island. However, what truly caught the attention of her fans was Andi's caption about her OOTD.

Meanwhile, back in March, Andi Eigenmann reacted to her mother being honored by The Academy. On her Instagram page, Andi showed a screenshot of a 'Memoriam' list by The Academy this year. Included among the artists was her mother, Jaclyn Jose, who had passed away in March of 2024. Following this news, Andi penned a short but meaningful caption about the late actress.

Source: KAMI.com.gh