Candy Pangilinan, ibinahagi ang malalim na pagbabago ng anak sa pagkawala ng lola

• Candy Pangilinan shared noticeable changes in her son Quentin following the death of her mother on February 10
• She observed that Quentin became more helpful and extra caring toward her after the funeral
• The young boy was seen talking to his grandmother’s photos and asking that she be told to “Go home na”
• Candy also recalled Quentin’s behavior during the wake, describing him as hyper, uneasy, and overwhelmed

Actress and comedienne Candy Pangilinan has opened up about the changes she noticed in her son Quentin following the death of her mother, Dori Espiritu, on February 10.

In a recent vlog, Candy candidly shared how her son has been processing the loss of his grandmother. She revealed that Quentin’s behavior shifted noticeably just a day after the burial.

"Bigla siyang naging helpful. Kahit nandito sa bahay, tumutulong siya. Parang inaalagaan niya ako ngayon. Basta mas naging extra caring si Quentin... This is the day after namin ilibing si Mama," says Candy.

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She explained that beyond being more attentive, she sensed something deeper in her child’s actions. "This is how Quentin is. Maliban sa pansin kong extra caring siya, there's something different about Quentin. This is Quentin trying to cope up. Slowly ina-assimilate niya kung anong nangyari," she shares.

Candy also showed clips of Quentin speaking to photos of his grandmother. She said her son spent the morning talking to the pictures and even asked her to tell his grandmother to "Go home na."

In another touching moment, Quentin greeted the framed photo, saying,

"Hi! Nini. Hello! How are you? Good luck!"

When asked where his grandmother is now, Quentin answered, "Sa heaven."

The actress also looked back on Quentin’s behavior during the wake.

"Well, napansin namin nung wake si Quentin mas hyper, takbo siya nang takbo, parang agitated siya, uneasy, tapos overwhelmed siya kasi maraming tao, pero at the same time napansin namin na mas hyper talaga siya, at saka mas bulol siya," she recalls.

Candy further shared that when Quentin first saw his grandmother in the hospital, he held her leg and pleaded,

"Wake up, Nini! Wake up!"

Through it all, Candy continues to witness her son’s quiet and heartfelt way of coping with grief.

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Candy Pangilinan is a seasoned Filipina actress and comedienne who has built a solid reputation in both film and television. Over the years, she has taken on a wide range of supporting characters, particularly in romantic comedies and popular sitcoms. Beyond performing, she has also ventured into writing and business. Off-camera, Candy is a devoted mother to her son, Quentin, and many admire the loving relationship she openly shares with him.

Recently this year, after the passing of her mother, Dori Espiritu, Candy Pangilinan shared an emotional Instagram video of her son Quentin speaking to his late grandmother’s photo. “I caught Quentin talking to my mom's pictures,” Candy wrote. She noticed he has been more hyper, agitated, and struggling with speech. “I don't know if he fully understands. I am sure he is sad. He can't express this feeling,” she added. In the clip, Quentin repeatedly called “Nini.” Celebrities like Janno Gibbs, Cherry Pie Picache, and Jerald Napoles showed support.

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In a 2025 report by KAMI, Candy marked Quentin’s 22nd birthday with a touching tribute on Instagram. She affectionately referred to her son as her “ticket to heaven,” highlighting the strength of their connection. The actress likewise posted snapshots from their intimate celebration, bringing smiles to supporters who follow their journey on social media.

Source: KAMI.com.gh