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| Behind the Scenes with Ivy Visitacion |
She stands ramrod straight like a queen with a regal bearing. She has a figure like a young lady of 20, her flawless skin makes her look so many years younger, her impeccable taste in clothes makes her stand out in a crowd. Her aura is the very expression of the vintage charm and gentility of a bygone era.
This is Nena de Leon of Bacolod City, our beautiful grand dame, whom everyone so endearingly calls, “Tita Nena”. Her 90 th birthday celebration was a huge success, with guests dressed to the nines, filling the entire grand ballroom of Bacolod Pavillon Hotel.
The ladies looked stunning in their formal evening wear with their blings glittering under the chandeliers. But the celebrator stole the show with her gorgeous beaded ecru attire, which complemented her alabaster skin to perfection.
Dinner was a fantastic array of superb dishes that made us forget our diets for the evening.
The program was hosted by Pinky Marquez, a singing sensation from Manila, who dazzled the audience with her inimitable classy style. She introduced a fantastic tenor from Manila, Ralph Dajao, who delighted the audience with his brilliant performance. Another guest was the lovely Cathy Melendez, who wowed the crowd with her crystal clear voice. What a show these guest performers gave!
Even the gentlemen in Tita Nena's family entertained the guests with a rousing number. They all danced with the celebrator, who amazed us all with her grace and stamina.
When the ballroom dance music began, the dancing crowd rocked the dance floor swinging, twirling, shaking like their lives depended on it. Wotta night!
Happy birthday, Tita Nena!*
