Sarah, Richard have three ‘Fs’ in mind
Dingdong Dantes is excited to meet his little princess with Marian Rivera set to deliver their firstborn in November. On Instagram recently, the first-time dad took pictures of himself buying stuff for the child. He has also been preparing to carry out daddy duties. For Dingdong, shared parenting is the least a husband can do for the wife who carried their child for nine long months.
“It should be that way kasi hindi mo naman mapapantayan ’yung pagdadala niya ng bata,” said he. “The least you can do is kahit papano, maging kapareho o mahigitan mo man lang ’yung mga chores na kinakailangan (para sa bata).”
Though he has no experience in taking care of babies, Dingdong is positive he’ll eventually learn the do’s and don’ts in meeting the needs of an infant. “’Pag nandyan na (’yung baby), wala nang dahilan para hindi ka maganahan eh,” he pointed out.
Unlike other celebrities who send
Sarah Geronimo and Richard Yap are among more successful celebrities but despite this, they still strive toward ensuring a good future for themselves and their respective families by providing financial stability.
Richard, who has had a two-decade tenure in the corporate world before entering show business, believes no one knows what tomorrow will bring.
“You can never really tell what will happen in your life. You might not have a job or you can be sick and not be able to do things that you want to do, so it’s really something that we have to continuously prepare for,” he said.
Sarah shared the sentiment, saying, “Everything on earth is temporary. Lahat (pati) ’yung fame. Temporary ito at lilipas din so it’s good to be prepared for anything.”
The singer-actress wasn’t born with a silver spoon in her mouth. She started joining amateur singing competi- their children abroad, Dingdong wants his to study and pursue a career in the Philippines.
“Isa sa mga bagay na gusto kong matutunan niya ay ’yung kanyang sense of nationalism. Malaking bagay na magkaroon siya ng saysay sa pamamagitan ng pagiging aware niya sa kasaysayan (nating mga Pilipino).
“Siyempre, ’di ba, ’yun ang isa sa mga kayamanan natin – kung saan tayo nanggaling, kung bakit tayo nabuo. It’s part of our history. Kaya we (and she) should be proud sa sariling atin.”
He cleared, though, that, ultimately, she’ll have the freedom to choose and decide for herself.
“(But) we will present everything na alam namin na decent, morally good and ’yung alam naming magandang path....”
Dingdong has been consistent with his decision not to pursue a career in politics. When reports surfaced that he’s part of the senatorial line-up of Senator Grace Poe, the Kapuso actor was quick to reiterate he is not running for any position in the 2016 tions at age four to help augment her family’s income. It wasn’t easy.
“May mga pagkakataon na napanghihinaan talaga ng loob, pero kailangan you have to hold on to your dream at kung ano ’yung gusto mong mangyari sa buhay mo,” she said.
Now, as coach on “The Voice,” Sarah believes God has made her an instrument to inspire others. “Being able to give inspiration and encouragement to a fellow dreamer, matanda man o bata, masarap sa pakiramdam," she said. elections.
He is flattered, however, that people have been supportive of the idea.
That said, he maintained, “These things have to be taken seriously. Hindi naman siya ’yung basta-basta lang pwedeng tanggapin. It’s a matter of dedicating oneself (to the job) and it’s really no joke. What is at stake is the country you are serving. Para sa’kin, mas mahalaga na gawin mo muna ’ yung kailangan mong gawin.”
Dingdong is active on social media but he is keeping it in check, noting, “Nowadays, hindi na tayo nag-uusap, tingin na lang tayo nang tingin sa social media. Kunwari
RICHARD YAP and Sarah Geronimo
Sarah was honored recently by FAMAS as among Iconic Movie Queens of Philippine Cinema along with veteran actresses Gloria Romero, Susan Roces, Nora Aunor, Maricel Soriano and Dawn Zulueta.
As for Richard, his showbiz career started via “My Binondo Girl” where he portrayed the role of Papa Chen. His popularity further blossomed on “Be Careful With My Heart,” playing a character he will forever be associated with, Ser Chief. He currently stars in the TV adaptation of “Nasaan Ka Ng Kailangan
“Kailangan nating tanggapin na it’s a community problem. Hindi lang naman siya talagang problema ng isang tao na sisisihin natin kung bakit. Kasi kahit papa’no, may kagagawan din naman tayo dyan – sometimes we do not abide by traffic rules, sometimes we park in the wrong places…’yung solusyon hindi kaya ng isang tao. Kailangan lahat ng sectors should come together to solve this.” (With report from Jojo P. Panaligan) Kita.”
Richard knows fame is fleeting and as such, he has put up the Wang Fu Chinese Bistro.
He remains a devoted husband and father to his two kids, Dylan and Ashley. Like any good family man, securing financial stability is one of his top priorities.
He pointed out, “(When) you don’t have money kept in times of emergencies, let’s say something happens to you, you die the next day, who will take care of your family?”
Sarah and Richard are ambassadors of Manulife’s new brand campaign “Start Your Story” that aims to inspire Filipinos to take the first step in reaching their dreams.
Richard said, “Everybody should have a dream, but in order to achieve your dream we have to work for it, we have to save up for it.”
Sarah added, “The campaign reminds us that... meron po tayong ability to make our dreams come true through hard work and determination.” (With report from Jojo P. Panaligan)