It’s normal for any parent to get emotional when their kids reache college—even more so if they decide to leave the comforts of home to do it.
While it’s an exciting new chapter, there will still be tearful goodbyes and sweet reunions when they come home. But until then, it’ll definitely build their character for the future.
Check out these showbiz children who are taking the next step of their education in an entirely new environment.
Frankie Pangilinan
Frankie halted her studies in New York for a while amid the pandemic, but she’s now back in the Big Apple!
Showcasing a photo of the two hugging, Mom Sharon Cuneta shared an emotional post on her daughter’s departure day last August 26.
“Whenever a child of yours – especially one so loving & with such a pure and good heart leaves, she takes a big piece of your heart with her,” Sharon captioned.
She also shared how Kakie’s younger sister, Miel will definitely miss her ate whom she spent 17 months in quarantine with.
“The silence in our home now is deafening…And my heart is at once lost & bawling over missing her and feeling her absence…The sadness around here now is palpable.”
Nevertheless, the Mega Star wished safe travels for her daughter who is now continuing her education in Literature at NY’s The New School.
Andres Muhlach
Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzalez’ son has also flown back to Spain last August 23.
In an Instagram post, Charlene shared that her twin son spent the summer with the family and is now set to return to his college in Spain.
What a wonderful summer it was having you at home with us,” the actress shared. “We will be missing you, like we always do my son.”
“Be inspired & inspire. Spread your wings and continue to fly.”
Lorin Gutierrez
Lorin is heading to California!
The 18-year-old TikTok star and personality is also setting her sights to the USA as she’s approaching the freshman year in Pepperdine University in Malibu, California.
Mother Ruffa also penned a sweet send-off to her eldest daughter, saying “You’ve made us so proud as we’ve watched you grow up to be the beautiful, smart, hardworking young lady you are now. Continue to persevere and live a life of purpose, service, and leadership.”
Erika Rae Portunak
This well-traveled 18-year-old isn’t just gorgeous, she’s got the musical talent too as Erika is set to start her freshman year in the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts.
Posting a video of the two hugging before she left, Ina Raymundo shared that their family will definitely “miss you and your craziness. We love you, ate and we wish you all the best.”
