Filipino Ex-hostage Jimmy Pacheco names newborn daughter in honor of Israel

The couple named their daughter as a tribute to the nation that protected them, friends of the couple shared on social media.

Congratulations to captivity survivor Gelienor “Jimmy” Leano Pacheco and his wife Clarice Joy, on the birth of their daughter - Israela.

Congratulations to captivity survivor Gelienor “Jimmy” Leano Pacheco and his wife Clarice Joy, on the birth of their daughter - Israela.

(photo credit: screenshot via X/ section 27a copyright act)

ByJOANIE MARGULIES

JULY 29, 2025 20:34

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