Even while on hiatus from showbiz and social media, Angel Locsin made a rare appearance online to show support for her stepson, Joaquin Arce, who is currently one of the celebrity housemates in ‘Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab 2.0’.
In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), the actress expressed how proud she is of Joaquin’s growth, recalling how she’s seen him mature over the years.
“I don’t usually comment, but seeing Joaquin grow from a little boy into someone who helps, listens, and keeps the peace at home makes me proud,” Angel wrote.
Angel then shared for the first time that Joaquin has a hearing condition, revealing that he is completely deaf in his right ear — a detail that immediately drew empathy and support from fans.
“If he ever talks a bit loud or doesn’t respond, please forgive him — our son is completely deaf in his right ear,” she continued.
I don’t usually comment, but seeing Joaquin grow from a little boy into someone who helps, listens, and keeps the peace at home makes me proud
If he ever talks a bit loud or doesn’t respond, please forgive him — our son is completely deaf in his right ear. https://t.co/d8KvqAK5qV— Angel Locsin (@143redangel) November 12, 2025
Her revelation quickly went viral, with netizens praising Angel for being an understanding and supportive stepmother. Fans also lauded Joaquin for his gentle demeanor and respectful behavior inside the ‘PBB’ house.
“He’s such a kind-hearted and smart man now. Thank you for showering him with wisdom and love,” one netizen wrote. “Aww, thank you for sharing this. Joaquin is such a good soul, and we’ll continue to support and protect him all the way,” another added.
Many also expressed appreciation for Angel’s openness, noting that her love for Joaquin was evident in how she spoke about him.
“Thank you for being such a supportive stepmom to our Joaquin. We love you, Gel!” commented one fan. “You know she loves Joaquin kasi after pumasok ni Wakin sa PBB, naging active ulit si Ms. Angel,” another said.
Joaquin, the son of film producer Neil Arce and his former partner, has been making a name for himself as an actor and content creator. Inside the ‘PBB’ house, viewers have noticed his calm and considerate nature — often asking permission from housemates before doing something and acting as a mediator in group discussions.
In a past interview, Joaquin shared that he hopes to work with Angel in a future project, revealing that she has always guided him in his craft. “She gave me acting tips during my project ‘Tropang G.O.A.T’.,” he said.
Fans can continue to follow Joaquin’s journey inside the ‘Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab 2.0’ house through iWantTFC, Kapamilya Online Live, and other Kapamilya platforms — with Angel Locsin proudly cheering from the sidelines.
