Candy Pangilinan, may pasilip kung paano sila nagco-cope ni Quentin sa gitna ng pagluluksa

• Candy Pangilinan opened up about the heavy emotional toll of losing her mother, Dori Espiritu
• The actress described a sense of "foggy brain" and agonizing longing following the loss
• Her son, Quentin, continues to be her constant companion as they navigate life without "Nini"
• Despite the pain, Candy expressed deep gratitude for the long life God gave her mother

In a raw and deeply moving Instagram update, actress and comedienne Candy Pangilinan shared the reality of her grief after the recent passing of her mother, Dori Espiritu. Known for her positive outlook and resilience, Candy admitted that the silence left behind has been difficult for her and her son, Quentin, to process.

"The house seems empty. The load seems heavier. The brain is foggy," Candy wrote in a heartbreaking list of what life feels like now. She described the emotional struggle of trying to move forward, noting that even "laughter is painful" and the "longing is agonizing."

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A video shared by the actress shows her and Quentin spending quiet time together on their yellow sofa, with Quentin affectionately kissing his mom as they try to keep each other’s spirits up. Candy noted that while the memories often bring her to tears, she finds strength in her faith and the life her mother led.

"But, Heaven is real. God is our hope and Our Father. We are not alone," she shared, reminding herself and her followers that they remain supported. Candy emphasized her appreciation for the time they had, saying she is "grateful for the long life God gave her to be with us."

Friends from the industry and fans have poured in messages of comfort, encouraging Candy and Quentin to take things one day at a time as they continue their healing journey.

"So sweet, much loved. Prayers for the eternal soul of Nini," one netizen even commented in Candy's post.

Candy Pangilinan is a veteran Filipina actress and comedian recognized for her extensive contributions to film and television. Throughout her career, Candy has played numerous supporting roles in romantic comedies as well as in television sitcoms. Aside from acting, she is also a writer and entrepreneur. She has a son named Quentin and is also known as a loving and dedicated mother to him, one that has been greatly admired by several of her fans and followers throughout the years.

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As previously reported by KAMI in 2025, Candy Pangilinan celebrated her son Quentin’s 22nd birthday with a heartfelt greeting on Instagram. In her post, Candy called Quentin her “ticket to heaven,” showing the depth of their bond. The actress also shared joyful moments from their celebration which delighted many of her fans and followers on the photo-sharing application.

Meanwhile, on the same year, Candy Pangilinan once again brought entertainment and laughter to social media. She shared a screenshot of her text conversation with her son Quentin. In their exchange, they appeared to be planning for an upcoming Mass, with Quentin enthusiastically replying to her messages. Their conversation quickly went viral among fans.

Source: KAMI.com.gh