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#SHOWBIZ: 'Thank you for making Mommy smile': Ayden's speech at Bella, Syed Saddiq's reception

Malaysia Times desk Original: New Straits Times↗ 10/19 08:00 X
#SHOWBIZ: 'Thank you for making Mommy smile': Ayden's speech at Bella, Syed Saddiq's reception
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KUALA LUMPUR: The lively atmosphere at the wedding reception of Bella Astillah and Muar MP Syed Saddiq Syed Abdul Rahman last night turned emotional when Bella's nine-year-old son, Mohamed Ayden Adrean, delivered a touching speech.

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Dressed in matching red traditional Malay attire alongside his six-year-old sister, Ara Adreanna, Ayden took to the stage at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) to offer prayers for the newly married couple and thank Syed Saddiq for bringing happiness back into their lives.

Speaking calmly despite the emotion in his voice, Ayden shared his heartfelt thoughts: "I am Ayden, and from the bottom of my heart, I want to say to Daddy that you came into our lives when I was very little, and at times I did not quite understand what was happening. I only saw Mommy being sad. As a son, I now see Mommy smiling again, and with your presence, she laughs a lot and is truly happy."

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Oct 19, 2026
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Oct 19, 2026
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