Jhené Aiko and O’Ryan are celebrating their daughter Namiko Love Browner’s 16th birthday today!
The proud parents took to Instagram to honor their firstborn with sweet messages that had fans feeling the love.
Aiko shared a sweet tribute to her “angel,” reflecting on the special bond they’ve shared since day one.
“Happy 16th Birthday @namitan_____ . I love you so much. Ever since I met you I just wanted to make you proud. I’ll never forget how many people were in the delivery room waiting to meet you. I like, love and respect everything about you, my sweet angel *lilo’s voice* lol.”
The GRAMMY-nominated artist didn’t hold back her emotions, expressing gratitude for Namiko’s wisdom, humor, and role as a big sister to her little brother, Noah Hasani, whom Aiko shares with Big Sean.
“Thank you for your patience, your understanding, your strength, your company, your wisdom, your sense of humor, your fashion advice.Thank you for being the best big sister to Noah and Boba and alllll the cats lol. Thank you for being YOU, through and through. I’ll save my 4 page letter to give to you later. I can’t believe it’s been 16 years! I’ll be crying all day.”
Namiko, born in 2008, is Aiko’s first child with singer O’Ryan, who also took to social media with a touching message for his daughter.
“There are no words that can describe the feeling I get when I see you, think of you, talk to you,” he began. ” Some call it love but I know it’s beyond that. I believe in you so much. No one could ever make me feel different about you, not even you lol. Nami you’re the brightest star in my constellation. Nami I want you to enjoy this day and this year like never before baby! As you step into womanhood just know your Papa is proud of you and you can share anything you want with me judgement free.”
He continued, “You’re so stylish baby! You are the best daughter the best cousin the best sister the best friend anyone could have and I’m glad to have you in my world Namiko. I’m looking forward to the new you baby! Hug your mom extra tight today!”