Marcos marks First Lady's 67th birthday as 'most important day'

MANILA — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. took to Facebook on Friday to celebrate his wife's birthday milestone, posting an affectionate message alongside family photographs. The First Lady, Liza Araneta Marcos, turned 67 on the day, prompting the Chief Executive to describe the occasion as the "most important day in the calendar."

In his social media post, Marcos shared a portrait of himself and the First Lady, along with a nostalgic photograph featuring the couple with their three sons. The posts served as a public acknowledgment of his wife's significance in his life and in the nation's leadership.

The gesture reflects the President's tradition of publicly recognizing milestones in his family life, connecting with Filipino audiences through personal moments shared on social media platforms. The First Lady has maintained an active role in various state functions and advocacy programs since Marcos assumed office in 2022.