Paolo Contis thanks ex Lian Paz's partner, reunites with daughters

Paolo Contis (seated at the head of the table) spends time with his ex Lian Paz, her current partner John Cabahug, and his daughters with Lian as in undated photo as seen in the Instagram post of Paolo on August 7, 2025.
Paolo Contis via Instagram

MANILA, Philippines — Paolo Contis thanked John Cabahug, the current partner of his ex Lian Paz, for taking care of his daughters. 

In his Instagram account, Paolo showed his appreciation to the man who helped Lian raise their two daughters, Xonia and Xalene. 

“Happy Birthday, John! I want to take this opportunity to thank you for allowing Lian and my kids nung araw na 'to. Oo, hinintay ko talaga ang birthday mo to publicly express my gratitude to you," Paolo wrote on his caption. 

Actor shared photos of his bonding moment with Lian and their two children with John. Apart from thanking John, he also complimented his ex for raising their daughters well. 

“Lian, you have always been kind and forgiving. This is why hindi kayo pinabayaan ni Lord. I appreciate all your efforts in talking to John about that day. Thank you for being strong and for how you nurtured the kids to have beautiful hearts," he added. 

Paolo pledged that he will not waste the opportunity to be with his daughters. 

“John, I cannot thank you enough for this chance. I promise to have a constant communication sa inyong lahat. I will not waste this chance. Thank you for taking care of the kids. Please know that I am always here para sa inyong lahat," he said. 

“To more precious days like this. Happy Birthday, John! Thank you for the friendship,” he added. 

Lian and Paolo married in 2009 and separated in 2012. They have two daughters, Xonia and Xalene. Lian revealed that she withdrew her annulment case, which was filed in 2021, in March last year. 

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