Jackie Lou Blanco flaunts bikini bod at 54

Actress Jackie Lou Blanco celebrated her 54th birthday on Sunday, but there's more to celebrate than just turning a year older.

On her Instagram account, Jackie Lou posted a photo of herself in a two-piece bikini, as she shared her journey to losing weight.

"The last time I wore a bikini was 20 years ago when I joined Great Bodies.My tummy was never flat.I was a chubby child.It still isn't and thats why I rarely wear one. Na-co-conscious ako," she shared.

 

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Feb 11, 2018 at 4:36am PST

Three years ago, Jackie Lou said she was frustrated with her problems until she met her personal trainer Paulyn Quiza, who helped her get back in shape.

"Then I met @pauquiza and little by little the weight came off and I started getting more toned.I wasn't sure whether I was going to post this foto," she said.

She expressed her gratitude for being able to escape her body frustrations years ago.

"But as I turn a year older today,I realized I am not at that frustrating place I was years ago and I am grateful and thankful.Still a long way to go but with the love and support of those I love,I know the journey will be worth it.So today I celebrate my struggles,my strenghts,my weaknesess and my victories.I celebrate all the women out there,All shapes and sizes.Know you are not alone in your struggles.I celebrate YOU! I celebrate Life!," she continued. —Jannielyn Ann Bigtas/JST, GMA News