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Ria Atayde announces pregnancy with Zanjoe Marudo

Ria Atayde and Zanjoe Marudo celebrated one of the most special Father's Day they will have as they announce their pregnancy with their first baby. On her Instagram account, Ria posted photos of her and Zanjoe at the beach, at first with their backs to the camera. In their next photos, the couple are already facing the camera, with the actress showing off her baby bump. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ria Atayde (@ria) She then wrote a short but sweet message for the father-to-be, “To the dad you already are and the dad I know you'll be. Love you @onlyzanjoemarudo, so excited for this new chapter with you Happy first Father's Day! ” Friends from in and out of showbiz, family, and fans sent congratulatory messages, including Ben&Ben's Paolo Benjamin, and actresses Nadine Lustre and Kim Rodriguez. "CONGRATULATIONS!! " Nadine said in her message. Kim wrote in the comments, "Yeyy! Mommy Riri! Congrats!!!" Actors Jason Abalos and Marlo Mortel also sent their congratulatory messages to Zanjoe. "Happy Father's Day Z, congratulations :)" Jason said. "Yayy congratulations!" Marlo added. Other stars, such as Ria's brother, Arjo Atayde, Actress Yam Concepcion, and Coleen Garcia sent heart emojis to the couple. Ria and Zanjoe were married on March 23 this year in a civil wedding in Quezon City. They first confirmed their relationship in January 2023 and announced their engagement in February 2024. See more official photos from their wedding in this gallery.