Leon Barretto thanks his sister Julia Barretto for helping their mother with his education

• Marjorie Barretto's only son, Leon Barretto, just reflected on his college journey
• Earlier, Leon posted several snaps from his graduation ceremony on Instagram
• Together with the photos was a lengthy message about his journey in UA&P
• However, what tugged at the heartstrings of many was his note to Marjorie and Julia Barretto

Marjorie Barretto's only son, Leon Barretto, recently poured his heart out in a touching message of gratitude dedicated to his mom and sister, Julia Barretto, following his college graduation.

On Sunday, August 17, Leon took to Instagram to share his graduation photo, along with several snaps of him celebrating the milestone with family and friends. In his caption, Leon reflected on his college journey, describing it as a "difficult yet fulfilling ride."

He credited his success to his mother's love and guidance, acknowledging the sacrifices she made to ensure he received a proper education. "This wouldn't have been possible without the love, guidance, and support of my mom. Mom, no words can express how grateful and blessed I am to have you. You made sure I had a good life and encouraged me to prioritize my education. Because of that, finishing school despite all the challenges and opportunities along the way became the best decision I've ever made," Leon wrote.

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Aside from Marjorie, Leon also gave special thanks to his older sister, Julia Barretto, not only for helping their mom with his education but also for believing in him wholeheartedly. "To my sister, Julia, thank you for taking care of me during these past years. It meant so much—not just because you helped mom, but because of the belief and potential you've always seen in me. I wouldn't be who I am today without your support," he added.

Towards the end of his post, Leon extended his appreciation to his batchmates, classmates, and alma mater, making his heartfelt message a celebration of both personal achievement and collective support.

Leon's post quickly touched the hearts of many netizens, who praised the Barretto family's strong bond and expressed admiration for the young graduate's humility and gratitude.

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Marjorie Barretto is a former actress and politician. She is considered part of the prominent Barretto showbiz family as the sister of Claudine and Gretchen Barretto. Aside from being a single mother to five children — including Dani, Julia, Claudia, Leon, and Erich — she has also proven her resilience and strength in facing controversies and personal challenges, including her annulment from Dennis Padilla and other past public issues that has made headlines through the years.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Marjorie Barretto shared her pride for Erich after being accepted to Oxford's Summer Courses in Psychology. The actress posted photos from their July trip to the United Kingdom highlighting Erich's courage and determination. Marjorie admitted feeling both worried and proud as she let her daughter be independent for the first time.

Meanwhile, Marjorie Barretto also recently brought joy and excitement to her fans on social media. Marjorie showcased several pictures on her Instagram from Claudia's birthday. Claudia was dressed in all white on her special day this year, celebrating with her family. But what truly touched the hearts of many was Marjorie's heartfelt message to Claudia.

Source: KAMI.com.gh