Hollywood Actress Lupita Nyong’o has penned a sweet message to her father Governor Peter Anyang' Nyong'o as he turns a year older.

The award-winning actress used her Instagram page which enjoys a following of over 11 million people to celebrate her dad.

In her message, Lupita mentioned that she is lucky to be the daughter of a wise, caring, and honorable man.

“Sending hugs to my father today, celebrating his birthday!! ?? I am lucky to be the daughter of such a wise, caring, and honorable man! ?,” Lupita said in her message.

She went on to reveal that her parents were the guests on her newly established Podcast called ‘Mind your Own’.

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“As fate would have it: he (and my mum!) are guests on today’s episode of my podcast, #MindYourOwn. I’m so grateful to have this opportunity to share this deeply meaningful family history with you. ?? #AnyangNyongo #TichTire,” she added.

Celebrities from across the world joined the conversation – many celebrating Lupita’s father for turning a year older.

Here are reactions from her fans and celebrities;

carolradull's Governor... Happy Birthday

emmanueljambo's ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

joyelcrawford's Happy Birthday to your dad! ?

kkkirera's We share the same day??Happy birthday Dad

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djaroarungu's Mtoto wa Prof Hongera Sana Nyako

sayconsengbloh's ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Happy birthday!!!!

vanyiku.wangui's Family support is unmatched ❤️