Robin Padilla finally meets wife Mariel Rodriguez's father after eight years
It seems like the Padilla and Rodriguez families will be having a joyous Christmas!
For the first time in their eight years of marriage, actor Robin Padilla has finally met the father of his wife Mariel Rodriguez.
Mariel posted a family photo on Instagram on Monday and said it was a very important moment for her.
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"After 8 years, @robinhoodpadilla and my Dad finally meet, my heart is full. Thank you so much to everyone in my family for being so supportive of this moment. It means so much to me."
Mariel then thanked two of Robin's relatives for being present at their gathering.
"Thank you to @drmtpehuber @tedmatthew for representing the Padilla family since most are out of town. I truly appreciate it."
Mariel said her "2018 is complete. I have been waiting for this day for 8 years... thank you God for giving it to me." — Jannielyn Ann Bigtas/LA, GMA News