Manny Pacquiao’s wife, Jinkee Pacquiao: 8 things you need to know about her
She met Manny Pacquiao before the private jets and mansions, she’s a supermum, a twin and she loves shoes. Here’s more you should know about Jinkee Pacquiao
Manny Pacquiao is one of the world’s most accomplished boxers, becoming a national icon in his native Philippines in the process.
1. She and Manny met under humble circumstances
Before the private jets and mansions, Jinkee sold beauty products in a mall. When she was 20, Manny came by her shop, caught her eye, and the rest was history. Just seven months after first seeing each other, the two were married on May 10, 2000.
2. She’s a bit of a supermum
In their 19 years together, Jinkee and Manny have raised five children, most recently welcoming Israel into their family in 2014. Their other children include Jimuel, Michael Stephen, Mary Divine Grace and Queenie. In other words, there’s rarely a dull moment in the Pacquiao household.
3. She has experience in politics
Jinkee is always up for a challenge. So in 2013, she ran for vice governor of Sarangani province in Mindanao, the second largest island in the Philippines. She won the race and served from 2013 to 2016, but after one successful term in office she decided to step down and focus on her family and charitable work.