Yasmien Kurdi's Daughter Ayesha Uses Sign Language to Thank Her Parents During Her Graduation

Filipina actress Yasmien Kurdi recently shared a heartfelt post dedicated to her daughter, Ayesha Zara, celebrating her graduation from Grade 6 at Colegio San Agustin Makati. Yasmien, alongside her husband Rey Soldevilla Jr., expressed immense pride and joy over their firstborn's academic achievement.

On her Instagram page, Yasmien posted several photos and a video from Ayesha’s graduation day. In the caption, Yasmien conveyed her excitement for Ayesha's future and encouraged her to dream big. "Congratulations on your graduation, our dear Ayesha! We can't wait to see the incredible future you'll create. Dream big - always remember that the sky is the limit," she wrote. Yasmien also added, "So proud Mama and Papa here! We love you!"

The graduation photos included moments of Ayesha receiving her diploma, a batch picture with her classmates, and family photos featuring Yasmien, Rey, and Ayesha’s newly-born sibling, Raya Layla. One video showed Ayesha using sign language as she walked off the stage, which prompted Yasmien to ask followers if they could interpret the gesture. Many commenters clarified that Ayesha was signing, "Thank you, Mama and Papa. I love you!"

Yasmien’s post received congratulatory messages from several celebrities and personalities. Actress Sue Ramirez commented, "So sweet! Congratulations, Ayesha!" Entertainment reporter Nelson Canlas explained the sign language and praised Ayesha, "Such an intelligent and sweet baby. Congratulations, Ayesha!" Comedienne-actress Chariz Solomon also expressed her emotions, "Grabe nakakaiyak naman [holding back tears emojis] congratulations sa inyo!! [heart hands emojis]"

This is not the first time Yasmien has proudly shared her daughter's achievements on social media. Last year, she celebrated Ayesha's victory in her first singing contest at school.

Yasmien Kurdi, known for her rise to fame as the 1st runner-up in the first season of GMA Network's "Starstruck," has had a successful career in acting, singing, and modeling. She graduated with Latin honors in AB Political Science from Arellano University. Yasmien and Rey Soldevilla Jr. now have two daughters, Ayesha and Raya Layla.

Their recent celebration also included Baby Raya turning one month old, with Yasmien sharing a simple yet joyous Instagram reel of the family marking the milestone on May 28.

Yasmien’s posts and her open expressions of pride in her children's accomplishments continue to inspire and bring joy to her followers and fellow parents.

Yasmien Kurdi's eldest daughter, Ayesha, used sign language to deliver a special message to her parents during her grade school graduation.

On Instagram, the proud mom posted a video of Ayesha making gestures after coming down the stage while holding her diploma.

"She wanted to tell us something," Yasmien said, adding a thinking and a question mark emoji.

Netizens explained that Ayesha's gestures mean, "Thank you, Papa, Mama. I love you."