Manny Pacquiao fetes mom Dionisia in a grand debut party (with video)
It was one birthday party which could have been dreamt about by any woman who turns sixty. As for Nanay Dionisia Pacquiao, whose name was spelled as “DionEsia” in the giant backdrop of the stage, knowing her generous heart, it was a celebration which she would have dedicated to all the hardworking Filipino mothers out there.
Dressed in an exquisite purple gown which accentuated her slim figure and coiffured and made-up to make her the most beautiful woman that night, the Pambansang Ina took all of 10 minutes, escorted by her son Manny who was in simple jeans and poloshirt, to walk from the back door of the Phela Grande Convention Center to reach her official throne at the stage due to the mad rush of TV crews, cameramen, guests and wellwishers wanting to take a good shot of her.
Since the theme for the night was “Debut”, the convention hall was arranged like one, the dominant colors being violet and pink. There was the requisite 18 roses (with matching dance partners for Dionisia) and 18 candles and wishes for her, too.
People she cared for and close family members who comprised about 80% of the guests were all there for her, together with her newly-found friends from her “ballroom club” where she is the new “vice president“.
(left pic) Dionisia’s best friend, Lilia Lao. (right pic) Dionisia’s 87-year old mother Christina
Bariles only spotted a few local politicians and except for former Governor Chavit Singson, there was no other national figure in sight, no showbiz personalities, no Imelda Marcos, as purported by advanced releases. Which Bariles thinks is a good idea since this was solely Dionisia Pacquiao‘s night and she should be the only shining star around.
The birthday cake of the 60-year old debutante, prepared by Mix and Magic which also did Manny’s birthday cakes last December 2008 and Queenie’s, last February 2009.
Below are the other pictures Bariles took that night which hopefully could give you a glimpse of the night that the mother of world champ Manny Pacquiao was rightfully given her special tribute in a debutante-themed birthday party (reportedly costing the champ P150T for the food and party decor alone), which she should have celebrated four decades and four years ago.
A beaming 60-year old debutante
Manny and the debutante on the floor after giving her a large bouquet during the 18-roses-dance
Dionisia and two of her seven-commissioned dance instructors dance up a storm complete with acrobatic lifts ala-Alma Moreno, while Manny waits for his turn (below)
In the middle of the party, the debutante rested for a while, and came out for the 18 candles ceremony, this time dressed differently in a purple halter dress and matching purple dance shoes, all ready for the dance marathon to follow later.
The mom celebrity waving to her well-wishers among the 600+ crowd.
Jinkee Pacquiao hugs mom-in-law Dionisia during the 18 candles ceremony with her kids and a nephew in the foreground
The Phela Grande Convention Center crowd
Manny singing “Mapalad Ka” for the luckiest woman that night….
…while a flawless and elegant Jinky enjoys the spectacle from nearby.
In closing, here is a news video of Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao’s birthday party courtesy of GMA. Just click on the link below for a much clearer video from Kapuso’s site.
Dionesia Pacquiao’s Birthday Party VIDEO, CLICK HERE.
Now here is ABS-CBN’s news video of the party:
Related posts:
- President GMA in star-studded Pacquiao birthday party in GenSan
- (UPDATED! More pix!) Nanay Dionisia steals the thunder at Pacquiao birthday party
- Happy 60th birthday Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao!
- Manny & Dionisia TV Ads start airing
- Pacquiao raffling a Toyota Vios for his Birthday Concert
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Bariles is a Filipino word for “Tuna”, the primary source of income of the people of General Santos City which hosts 6 of the Philippines’ 8 tuna canneries and more than 80% of its tuna processing plants.
lito Says:
i can almost feel the happiness of mommy dionesia on her 60th birthday.she looks great in purple gown…
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Posted on May 17th, 2009 at 7:11 PM
gheltac Says:
wow! bonggang-bongga tlga..npaka-elegant ng debut..i like the motif..purple-color-related..
your so lucky sir to witness this once-in-awhile event..
thanks for sharing! =)
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Posted on May 17th, 2009 at 7:14 PM
chic Says:
she deserved it..
wish her all the best…
chics last blog post..summer vacation!
Posted on May 17th, 2009 at 7:59 PM
tanchi Says:
proud na proud kita mommy!
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Posted on May 17th, 2009 at 10:47 PM
Aethen Says:
Join Nanay Doinesia FB’s fan page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Nanay-Dionesia-Pacquiao/78908464332?ref=nf
Lets support her.
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Posted on May 17th, 2009 at 11:00 PM
bernie allen Says:
Very few celebrity has ever highlighted their MOM.
Even succesful busines man, artist and other men and women who made good in their profession don’t usually do it.
Really very few, and i’m glad that YOU are one of these few good men.
YOu showed your MOM’S picture, taking care of her, wrote touching article about her and showing how you love her while she is in her hospital bed, right here in your succesful blogsite.
I’m proud of Manny for what he has given back her mother, and I’m also proud of you. I’m lucky to be one of your friend.
Any way back to the main topic… if I were Manny, I’ll buy her an S80 VOLVO ( para si masyado mayabang ang dating) and make her DAD her driver, at least magkasama sila di ba… di aangal an second wife kasi may trabaho sya kaya trabaho lang walang personalan hehehe, and maybe also if I were Manny I’ll pay the DAD 100 grands and month.
Kung ako si manny ha…
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 12:53 AM
Ted Wahler Says:
The mark of a true champion is being a true gentleman. This celebration is a truly touching representation of how through all of the success an fame this true gentleman champion remembers what matters most in life.
Here is to you Sir, you have what it takes.
Be well.
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 9:24 AM
Aileen Apolo Says:
Wow! Bongga!
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Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 9:38 AM
anynomouse :) Says:
@Manoy Avel, you wrote: “a debutante-themed birthday party (reportedly costing the champ P150 for the food and party decor alone), which she should have celebrated four decades and four years ago”
Grabeee kakuripot diay ni Pacman! After winning millions sa iyahang laban kay Hatton, P150 lang iyahang gigasto para sa dibyut ni nanay dayonesha? Ajejeje
anynomouse
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Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 9:56 AM
BrAvO SiX Says:
wish her more happiness….
after all those years… mommy D deserves it..!
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 10:56 AM
Joey Logano Fan Says:
What a great party! Manny’s mom really looks great for her age, if I had to guess she honestly looks alot younger than 60!
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 12:25 PM
gensanite Says:
PACMAN!!! libreha ko ug jolly kiddie party sa akong birthday!!! hehehe…
violet will be the color for the rest of the year because of the celebrant’s gown…
belated happy birthday!!!
Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 1:23 PM
odette Says:
mommy dionisia deserves all the happiness.
she’s lucky to be loved and honored that much. ^-^
behind the glamour, the expenses and the fame, it’s impossible not to recognize the special bond of mother and son.
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Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 3:29 PM
donna mae Says:
this really shows how us filipinos value our family
a well deserved tribute for her hardwork over the years for her children
again a very informative post by bariles *applause*
maski wala mi didto bariles gives us the inside view…
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Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 4:12 PM
rosilie Says:
Hi sir!
I thought I am seeing her debut. hahahahahah! But Nanay Dionisia is pretty cool on her gowns. She sure felt younger with her celebration.
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Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 7:25 PM
ark Says:
Napakasimple naman ng suot ni manny. Sana nagbarong din siya, hehe..
Pero iba talaga si nanay dionesia. Mukha talaga siyang rina at prinsisa, hehe..
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Posted on May 18th, 2009 at 8:57 PM
jinky Says:
a grand party fit for a grand dame!
Maybe it would have been grander if Mommy Dionisia and the family took their time out also to visit a charitable institution(home for the aged, orphanage or a depressed area) and shared their blessing of good life and abundance of everything with them.
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Posted on May 19th, 2009 at 7:49 AM
blackmeat Says:
the PACMAN AND THE PACMOM!!!
Posted on May 19th, 2009 at 8:21 AM
Sleepless In KL Says:
How sweet of Pacman to have such a party for his mom
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Posted on May 19th, 2009 at 2:50 PM
EMILY Says:
u r great manny!!! u made nanay dionisia happy…how nice u r!! sna m2lngan mo rn ung ibang mahi2rap…kip 8 up….more blessings 2 ur family…and congrats 4 winning against hatton…
Posted on May 21st, 2009 at 9:46 PM
dimple Says:
a party she trully deserves…
PURPLE is the NEW RED..
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Posted on May 22nd, 2009 at 10:52 AM
TonyP Says:
Manny: I and the rest of the Filipinos, nevertheless, are proud of you. Same is true with Mom Dionesia (without her there could be no Manny). She deserves kudos too. You put the map of the Philippines on
the minds of peoples around the world. People I met asked me this: Are you a Filipino, and would start talking, admiring you. I like your
humble beginning, similar to mind. The difference is – you are in the
right tract of destiny, while I’m not. My fatherly advise: Listen to your mom “Huwag ka na magboxing anak, pagud na ako magaala at magdasal
para sa iyo.” You already six titles from flyweight to Jr. Lightweitght. But if you are still able “malakas pa ako mom” then should Mayweather comes out the victor against Marquez, go for it
to cement your claim for the lb 4 lb kingpin. And that’s it – retire and enjoy life and fame with your family.
Posted on May 22nd, 2009 at 11:58 PM
Marci Says:
Super popular na talaga si Mommy dionisia! Kita kita talaga na masayang masaya siya sa party niya with her Family and Friends!
Posted on May 29th, 2009 at 9:25 AM
Vince Says:
I think Mommy Dionisia is the best! You go Mommy Dionisia!
Posted on August 18th, 2009 at 5:38 PM
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