GMA-7 actor Rocco Nacino has been awarded an honorary membership in the Naval Special Operations Command (NAVSOCOM).
The Kapuso actor showed on Instagram on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, photos of himself in sharp navy uniform during the ceremony.
He captioned his post, beaming: "From Descendants of the Sun Ph, to Joining the Philippine Navy as a Reservist, to being an honorary member of our Naval Special Operations Command (Navy Seals). Thankful for the many humbling lessons I have learned throughout the years!"
In a previous Instagram post, Rocco expressed his hope that his stint as a reservist would spur him and his comrades to continue serving the country with dedication.
He wrote, "Receiving the Parangal sa Kapanalig ng Sandatahang Lakas Ng Pilipinas Medal and Ribbon.
"A huge honor today to be recognized for our efforts through the CMO activities with my unit, NRPAU.
"This will serve as motivation to me and my comrades to continue our efforts as reservists in serving our country."
Rocco also thanked his wife Melissa Gohing for her unwavering support throughout his journey.
He wrote, "Thank you sa aking commander ng buhay ko, ang aking asawa, @gohingmelissa, sa pagwitness ng napaka espesyal na araw na ito."
Celebrity friends of Rocco—Yasmien Kurdi, Betong Sumaya, Johnvic de Guzman, Rodun Cruz, Luis Hontiveros, and JC Tiuseco, among others—left congratulatory messages in his posts.
Rocco became a certified Philippine Navy reservist after graduating from his Basic Civilian Military Training on October 26, 2019.
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