Karen Davila and her son Lucas enjoyed an unexpected reunion with Maria Ressa in London, where they also celebrated the Nobel Peace Prize-winning journalist’s 63rd birthday
"SERENDIPITY. Happy 63rd dearest Maria! @maria_ressa 🥂 What a wonderful surprise catch-up celebration in London for a woman whose both courage and joy is positively infectious!!" she said.
The Kapamilya broadcaster added: "Glad Lucas & I got to spend it with you! Much love dear Maria 🥰."
Aside from celebrating Maria’s birthday, Karen also shared photos from her visit to an exhibition by renowned artist Anish Kapoor in London with Lucas.
"A beautiful must see exhibition - the iconic Anish Kapoor! One that will make you rethink life, death and oblivion 💯 ," she wrote.
"Kapoor’s first major exhibition in London after nearly 30 years! You’ll be wowed by the surreal mix of his iconic mirrored steel structures, depthless voids painted in ultra-dark Vantablack pigment & monumental visceral red installations," she said.
READ: Karen Davila pens message for son Lucas as he starts college journey in London
Karen is currently in London to help Lucas settle into his new life as a university student. Her son is pursuing a degree in economics at University College London (UCL).
In an earlier Instagram post, the broadcaster penned a heartfelt message for Lucas as he embarked on a new chapter of his life.
"A NEW CHAPTER 📖 My dearest Lucas, you are deeply loved. Always carry this with you, no matter what room you are in," she previously wrote on her Instagram page.
Karen also shared words of encouragement for her son as he adjusts to a new environment and embraces greater independence.
"As you walk into your new world, make your own choices, find your own people, stumble and get back up… may you always remain firm and grounded on the man you are meant to be," she stated.
She added: "Keep your eyes fixed on what is good. Be courageous and be kind. Remember, your dad, David and I will always be your forever home ❤️ Thank you Lord ✨."
Karen also posted photos of herself and her husband, DJ Sta. Ana, accompanying Lucas as he settled into his college dormitory.
The family also explored the UCL campus ahead of Lucas’s new journey as a university student.