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Ara Davao posts touching tribute for late father Ricky Davao on his birthday
Ara Davao penned a touching message in honor of her late father Ricky Davao, on what would have been his 64th birthday.
Ara posted a video of them happily dancing together at a party and set her Instagram Reel to Ed Sheeran's song, 'Visiting Hours.'
'Happy birthday in heaven, Pa. Someday, we will dance again,' Ara said in her caption.
It was Ara who confirmed Ricky's death earlier in May. He passed away after facing complications related to cancer. He was 63 years old.
Tributes from fellow artists instantly poured in on social media..
Ricky and Jackie Lou Blanco got married in 1989 but separated later on. They have three children together: Kenneth, Rikki Mae, and Ara.
With a career spanning over 40 years, Ricky is best known for his roles in "Abot Hanggang Sukdulan," "Saranggola," and "Ipaglaban Mo The Movie," which earned him accolades from FAMAS, Gawad Urian, and the Metro Manila Film Festival, among others.
— Nika Roque/LA, GMA Integrated News
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