#SHOWBIZ: BCL grateful for strong bond with late husband Ashraf Sinclair's family
Now married to Tiko Aryawardhana, BCL shared her gratitude that Tiko has been warmly welcomed by Ashraf's family.
Speaking to the media recently, she expressed how touched she was by the support from both sides of her family.
She revealed that Tiko's family had also been fully supportive of her ongoing connection with Ashraf's loved ones.
"I'm so thankful that Ashraf's family has accepted Tiko just as he is. Not just Tiko, but his whole family has embraced the bond I continue to have with Ashraf's family. There has never been an issue," she said.
Reflecting on the family dynamic, she added, "I feel like I have three sets of parents now: my own, Ashraf's, and Tiko's. It truly feels like one big, united family."
The singer emphasised that her love is not limited to her late husband but extends deeply to his entire family.
"I didn't just marry and love Ashraf, but I love his family too. They have always supported me, and even now, they support Tiko as part of our family," she said.
BCL made these comments during a press conference held here to announce her upcoming 'BCL: Eternal Love – Timeless Romance' concert, scheduled for Sept 27.
BCL married Ashraf on Nov 8, 2008, in Jakarta. The couple have a son, Noah, who is now 14.
Tragically, Ashraf passed away on Feb 18, 2020, due to a heart attack.
On Dec 4, 2023, she tied the knot with Tiko in a ceremony held in Bali, Indonesia.
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