‘A new celebration of God’s intention:’ Empress Schuck announces she’s engaged

The last Monday of September 2020 has become extra special for Empress Schuck, boyfriend Vino Guingona, and daughter Athalia because that day was not just the celebration of the latter’s fifth birthday but also “a new celebration of God’s intention.”

On September 28, Empress shared photos of Athalia’s “Frozen”-themed birthday celebration, granting her daughter’s wish to become “Elsa” on her special day. The celebrity narrated how the celebration went and thanked those people who made it possible.

Empress said her daughter hugged her and cried out of joy.

“I already knew na baka maiyak ka (that you will probably cry) because you’re so appreciative and full of emotions (like me?) I will push my limits just to make you experience everything that you like to do.. I love you my little one..” she wrote.

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Athalia’s birthday celebration was a success, however, the surprise was not over yet because little did Empress know, there was also another surprise waiting for her.

With the actress’ family witnessing the occasion, Vino knelt in front of Empress to ask her to marry him.

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“A new chapter begins for me.. And I know by walking with God together, we are on the right path..” she said.

“The goal of our relationship is to honor him and do things what’s right in his eyes and that’s what we’re going to do real soon… Praise be to God,” she continued.

Empress thanked her siblings for helping Vino with his proposal and her parents for giving them their blessing.

In his Instagram account, Vino thanked Empress for “inspiring me every day to be the best Dad, the best partner, the best person that I can be.

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“Thank you for loving me for who I am and accepting me as your partner for the rest of your life. I love you and always will,” he said.

“Thank you, Heavenly Father for this wonderful moment. Thank you for the gift of Love and Family,” he added.

Friends and fans, meanwhile, congratulated the couple on their engagement.