LOOK: Andi Eigenmann, Jake Ejercito celebrate daughter's 13th birthday together in Manila
Andi Eigenmann and Jake Ejercito got together again to celebrate the 13th birthday of their daughter Ellie.
In photographs captured by Nice Print Photography, Ellie was all smiles as she marked the beginning of her teenage years.
Through a heartwarming Instagram reel, Jake expressed his love for his daughter. "Ellie, our baby girl, whoever you decide to be, we will always be here for you. We believe in you and we'll always be here for you, and we'll always, always love you," he said.
"Happy birthday Ellie, you're finally 13! I hope that you enjoy the flight. We both worked hard to make sure that you'll live your life to the fullest, the best way you can, and all we can do is to just be here, to support you, and cheer you on with everything," Andi added.
To commemorate her special day, Ellie was treated to a silver-themed celebration organized by Jake. The event featured disco balls, a prominent "13" display, and a delicate pastel birthday cake.
According to Andi, she and her kids Lilo and Koa flew all the way from Siargao to be present during her eldest daughter's special day. Also present at the party were her brother Gabby and cousin Ryan.
Last week, Andi and Jake previously penned a heartfelt greeting for Ellie as she turned another year older.
"To be able to raise you, know you, and to see you grow into this easygoing, super cool, very beautiful, smart, and unbothered teen, is such a blessing and a privilege, and I am so freakin' lucky to be your mother! I feel super cool!" Andi wrote.
"Continue to [be] a bright light in our lives and a wonderful friend. May your kindness and generosity inspire everyone around you and may the universe grant you a year, and a life filled with love and laughter, and the courage to go for whatever it is your heart desires," she went on.
Jake, on the other hand, highlighted how he couldn't wait for his daughter to grow "wiser, kinder, bolder, and even more beautiful."
"Though you’re already an incredibly smart and thoughtful young lady, there’s so much more coming your way. The next couple of years could be the best and most exciting of your life, but you’ll also discover new pains and the tough realities of this world," the actor wrote.
He continued, "So if the unknown gets a little too scary, keep faith and keep close. And endlessly bask whenever the sun shines. As always, just right here next to you through it all."
Andi and Jake are co-parenting Ellie, whom they welcomed in 2011. The pair split in 2014.
Andi has now found a new love with professional surfer Philmar Alipayo. The two have been engaged since 2020 but have yet to tie the knot. They have two kids together, Lilo and Koa.
