On Wednesday, December 17, boxing legend Manny Pacquiao turned 47. He spent the day in his hometown of General Santos City with his loved ones. Jinkee Pacquiao, his wife, posted pictures of Manny being surprised by friends and family on Instagram, giving fans a taste of the intimate celebration.
In addition to the pictures, Jinkee wrote a note to her husband, stating, “Every day with you is a gift. Happy birthday to the love of my life!. I love you more with each passing day. ✨💕😘 @mannypacquiao I love you, babe! 💗”
The couple was seen enjoying tender moments in the photos she posted, such as a kiss following Manny’s birthday song.
In videos posted by friends and family, Manny was seen joyfully accepting birthday congratulations and blowing out candles from three cakes, giving him the opportunity to make three wishes on his big day. When Manny jokingly cleaned his lips after kissing Jinkee, the crowd erupted in laughter.
Manny’s children also flooded the internet with birthday wishes. Because he is currently in the United States with his partner and daughter, his son Jimuel was unable to attend the celebration. He posted his message on Instagram Stories. “Happy birthday to the kindest, most courageous dad I know! Thanks for being you! Love you dad @mannypacquiao!”
In the meantime, Eman said on Facebook, “Happy Birthday dad Manny Pacquiao, I love you so much.”
Close friends, including as fellow professional boxer Mark Magsayo, who emphasized Manny’s enduring influence on Philippine boxing, also attended in the celebration of the people’s champ. “Happy birthday to the living legend the one and only Manny Pacquiao 🙌🏽 We are all grateful to you for paving the way for us Filipino boxers and being an inspiration throughout the years. I wish you good health and happiness! 🥊💪🏾”
Since this is Manny’s first birthday as a grandfather, it also has particular significance for him. Clara, the daughter of Jimuel and his companion Carolina, was recently welcomed into the Pacquiao family as their first granddaughter.
Jinkee previously shared a heartwarming scene with Manny and his granddaughter on Instagram, stating, “Ang pagkikita ni Lolo Manny at ni Clara! 💕💕💕.”
