Vic Sotto celebrates 71st birthday with intimate family gathering

TV host and comedian Vic Sotto marked his 71st birthday on 28 April with a cozy and intimate celebration surrounded by his loved ones.

His wife, actress and TV host Pauleen Luna, shared glimpses of their special day on social media. According to her post, the family came together for a simple dinner to celebrate the veteran actor's milestone.

Sotto spent the evening with his six children—Danica, Oyo, Vico, Paulina, Tali, and Thia—making the gathering even more meaningful.

"Happy birthday to my biggest love," Luna wrote in her heartfelt Instagram post. "The girls and I are so blessed to experience your love. I pray for a good, peaceful, and healthy life for you. WE LOVE YOU."

Danica Sotto-Pingris also joined in the online celebration, sharing candid photos from the dinner. "Happy Birthday, Daddy! Thank you for the wonderful dinner. Always grateful for your love and generosity. May God shower you with even more blessings. Love you forever," she wrote.

Adding to the warm tributes was singer and actor Ice Seguerra, who has long considered Sotto a father figure in the industry.

"Happy birthday to my forever Tatay. Ilang taon man ang lumipas, ang pagmamahal ko sa iyo ay walang katumbas," Seguerra expressed.

Vic Sotto remains a beloved figure in Philippine showbiz, known for his long-standing role as one of the mainstays of the iconic noontime show Eat Bulaga!—a program that has become a staple in Filipino households for decades.