Manny Pacquiao marked his 40th birthday with a grand celebration in his hometown, General Santos City.
It was held at the KCC Convention and Events Center with over 10,000 guests estimated to have turned up for the lavish birthday bash.
But the most important person in the room was President Rodrigo Duterte who came and personally greeted Manny.
Manny was joined by his mother Dionisia, wife Jinkee, and kids Michael, Jimuel, Princess, Queenie, and Israel.
On Instagram, the sportsman-senator thanked everyone who made his 40th birthday "so special and memorable."
He wrote, "Thank you to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you to my family, my friends, my colleagues, my team, and all of my fans around the world.
"Without all of you, there would not be a Manny Pacquiao."
His post highlighted the attendance of President Duterte.
Manny turned 40 on December 17.
GRAND RAFFLE DRAW
According to a report by GMA News Online, one of the party highlights was a special song number from Jinkee Pacquio and their children.
But for guests, the grandest part of the night would have to be Manny's raffle prizes.
It was reported that he raffled off appliances, motorcycles, cars, and pickup trucks to the attendees.
Some photos of the prizes were shared through his Instagram Stories.
As for the grand raffle prize, Manny reportedly announced to "give out another million pesos for everyone who waited till the wee hours."
