Teener Mary Divine Grace Pacquiao is well on her way to adulthood as she leaves for college in London, England.
On September 15, 2024, her mom, Jinkee Pacquiao, shares an emotional video on social media capturing the tearful send-off to the family's eldest daughter affectionately called Princess.
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The video features a tearful goodbye between Mary and her younger sister, Queen "Queenie" Elizabeth Pacquiao, at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA).
In the caption, Jinkee explains it as the first time Mary and Queenie would be separated from each other.
"Alis na si Princess for college. Wala gyud na sila nagbulag sukad karun lang na mag eskwela na sa London si Princess. [crying face emojis] hilak pud ang inahan nag tan aw sa ilaha. [crying face emojis]"
(They have never been apart from each other until now, as Princess heads to London to study. [crying face emojis] as their mom, I can't help but shed tears as well [crying face emojis])
She adds: "Nagsakit akong dughan pero mao man gyud gusto nila lahi na lugar sila eskwela. Gasulat ko sa caption na gahilak! [crying face emojis]"
(My heart aches to see them like this but, I have learned to accept that they really want to study abroad. As I'm writing this caption, I'm still in tears.)
"A daughter is the sunshine of her mother's life," the mompreneur concludes.
"Princess, I'm proud of you. I'm so excited for everything you are about to accomplish. We love you soooo much!
"Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle. [red heart emoji]"
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Arriving in London with Mary to hold her hand, so to speak, as she takes her first step towards independence are her Pambansang Kamao dad, Manny Pacquiao, her mom Jinkee, and her older brother Michael Stephen Pacquiao.
Based on Jinkee's subsequent posts, the family spent quality time at the Royal Holloway—one of the United Kingdom's leading research-intensive universities—in the town of Egham.
It is unclear whether Mary is enrolled in the esteemed university, but the campus does seem to be a perfect fit for her academic aspirations and lifestyle.
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Mary graduates from high school
Mary graduated on May 25, 2024, from the Brent International School Manila, a prestigious institution located south of Manila, Philippines, known for its opulence and diverse student body.
The proud moment was related by Jinkee on social media, where she expressed pride and excitement for her daughter’s next chapter.
Her caption read: "Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! We are so excited of what God has in store for you! God loves you! [emoji]
"Congratulations our dear @mpacquiaoo. We love you so much! [emoji]"
The 45-year-old celebrity mom followed it up with another dedication post, noting how Mary's journey "has been a source of joy and inspiration."
"I am truly blessed to be your parent. May your future be as bright as your heart. Congratulations on your graduation! Well done, my love," she wrote.
Emmauel "Manny" Dapidran Pacquiao and Jinkee Jamora tied the knot on May 10,1999.
They are blessed with five children: Emmanuel Jr. (Jimuel), 23; Michael Stephen, 22; Mary Divine Grace (Princess), 17; Queen Elizabeth (Queenie), 15; and Israel, 10.
Jimuel is an amateur boxer who won his first fight during his ring debut in San Diego, California, on March 12, 2022.
Michael, on the other hand, is a budding artist whose most popular track to date is "Pacman," which he dedicates to his dad.
Mary, who is days away from turning 18, dabbles in vlogging while being in school. Her videos usually capture her family's travels.
Queenie is currently in senior high school at Brent International School, and is known to share her mom's passion for fashion.
The family's youngest member, Israel, is a social-media darling who often makes appearances on his mommy's personal pages.
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