Santo Domingo, RD.
The traditional birthday celebration of former President Leonel Fernández, where hundreds of people come to the Foundation for Democracy and Global Development (Funglode) to congratulate him since the early hours of the morning, took place practically because of the covid-19 pandemic.
From a library, watching through a computer the surprises organized by his team at the Fuerza del Pueblo party in Funglode, Fernández celebrated his 67th birthday.
The broadcast, which had some connectivity issues, lasted more than two hours and featured Mariachis, the artistic participation of Jhonny Ventura, El Jeffry, Sergio Hernández and Juliana Oneal.
As every year, dozens of people belonging to that party sent congratulations and demonstrations of admiration through videos. These congratulations were joined by, among others, Sergio Vargas, Fernando Villalona, Félix D´ Oleo, Amarfis, Super Kenny from the New School.
“I think it is a very beautiful act, very original and I really liked it, thank you very much for your kind words, for your blessings and for the good wishes we can have many more years of life in your company and in benefit the Dominican people, “said the former president.
Through the social network Twitter, various personalities expressed their congratulations to Fernández. Former Vice President Margarita Cedeño wished her heart to always be full of peace and happiness, hoping that she would surround herself with people with sincere affection and friendship.
Also, another person who congratulated the former president was Reinaldo Pared, former president of the Senate and secretary general of the PLD. He wrote: “My birthday wishes an excellent human being and a great friend of mine.”
Leonel Fernández posted on her social networks several images with her children and niece, the dedication of the cake sent to her by her mother Yolanda Reyna for his birthday.
“With colleagues, friends and family, especially with my children and niece, I thank God and life for this unforgettable day. I am privileged by the love and respect of so many people over the years. Let’s continue united for the benefit of the Dominican people, “he wrote.