Kris health journey has been well-documented, marked by a growing list of complex autoimmune conditions that have caused severe physical pain, sudden weight loss, and prolonged bedridden stretches. Despite facing new medical complications—including recent surgeries and frightening symptom flare-ups—her updates consistently reflect a woman peering past her own suffering to focus entirely on her sons, Josh and Bimby.
In a recent post, Kris said she needed to be strong for her kids and had asks for more prayers from her fans and followers:
“I have stopped giving you health updates because i’ve been afraid- there are not so great numbers and can you believe a new autoimmune disease that’s exhibiting scary symptoms. I finished all the work without ever revealing that immediately after i’d have an operation.
I want to thank the doctors and nurses in Makati Medical Center who were so respectful of my privacy. The sutures aren’t out yet, but as soon as they are, time for my 3rd infusion of a biologic immunosuppressant that has helped.
Thank you for your prayers and words of encouragement. If i don’t post, i am in so much pain that i’m bedridden for 5 days, or if you don’t see reels- that’s the sign, i am in need of more prayers. I don’t want to ad to your burdens, i’ve read you admire my strength, that’s because i witnessed what our mom went through to prepare us, for life without her.
I was 38 when she joined our maker. Bimb still needs more years to be ready for his lifelong responsibility of taking care of his kuya josh. That’s why ang mama nila hindi pa pwedeng isuko ang laban.”
As Kris continues to face her health trials with characteristic candor and bravery, she carries the prayers of millions of Filipinos. Her journey serves as an enduring reminder of how far a person can go when fueled by unconditional love. For Kris, giving up has never been, and never will be, an option—because for her family, she has to stay.
(Photo source: Instagram – Kris Aquino)
]]>The order requires the five podcast hosts to present themselves before the bureau’s Cybercrime Division on Tuesday, October 20, to shed light on potential legal violations surrounding online harassment and disability rights.
According to NBI Director Melvin Matibag, investigators are looking into potential charges under Republic Act No. 9442 (the law amending the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons) in relation to the Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012 (RA 10175) and cyberlibel.
Under Philippine law, deliberate public mockery, vilification, and discrimination against persons with disabilities (PWDs) carry strict civil and criminal penalties, provisions that apply equally to digital content creators and traditional broadcasters.
The swift intervention by state investigators signals a growing effort to enforce accountability across independent podcasting and digital content creation in the Philippines.
(Photo source: CTTO)
]]>The social media storm brewed after recent controversial online podcasts and remarks targeted Josh, who is on the autism spectrum. While showbiz personalities, advocacy groups, and ordinary netizens rushed to defend the 29-year-old, critics noted a glaring absence: a statement or gesture of support from his biological father.
The online callout gathered momentum across Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram, where the phrase “Maging tatay ka naman sa anak mo” quickly gained traction among commentators.
Many highlighted that while Kris Aquino, who is currently battling multiple autoimmune conditions has continuously shielded and advocated for Josh throughout his life, Philip has largely remained silent during moments when his son faced public ridicule or scrutiny.
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Here are some comments from netizens:
– “Hoy Phillip Salvador! Maging tatay ka naman sa anak mo. Ipagtanggol mo!”
– “Everyone else is standing up for Josh, yet the father can’t even drop a single word to defend his own blood. You don’t need to be together with the mother to be a father to your special needs child.”
– “Ito na lang pwede mong maambag kay Kuya Josh! Maging tatay ka naman kahit ngayon lang.”
– “Baka lang naman maisip mong magtatay-tatayan. It’s your time to shine.”
– “Asan ba si Ipe? Baka ngayon pwede namang magsalita sa isyu ng anak mo. Bumawi ka naman sa ilang taong wala ka.”
While Philip has previously acknowledged his love for Josh in past interviews, critics argue that verbal declarations mean little without active protection and presence especially when his son is subjected to online disrespect.
As of writing, Philip Salvador has yet to issue a formal statement or response to the mounting calls online. Whether the actor will break his silence or remain on the sidelines remains to be seen.
(Photo source: CTTO)
]]>The podcast faced a swift, widespread public backlash over disparaging remarks directed at Joshua “Josh” Aquino, the eldest son of veteran media personality Kris Aquino.
“Kami po ay lubos na nagsisisi at taos-pusong humihingi ng kapatawaran sa aming mga pagkukulang at pagkakamali. Buong puso po naming tinatanggap ang aming pananagutan sa aming mga naging kilos at pananalita. Sa Pamilyang Aquino, lalo na po kina Ms. Kris Aquino at Josh, kami po ay taos-pusong humihingi ng tawad. Nauunawaan po naming hindi sapat ang paghingi ng paumanhin upang mabura ang sakit na aming naidulot, ngunit umaasa po kaming maipakita sa pamamagitan ng aming mga susunod na hakbang ang aming tunay na pagsisisi at kahandaang matuto at magbago.”
In a separate personal statement, Tito P addressed his specific remarks regarding Josh Aquino:
“Machong Chismisan recorded an episode entitled “S29E20: Ang Pagbabalik ni Kris Aquino,” in which I was one of the hosts.
The comedy podcast follows a free-flowing discussion format in which we comment on pop culture and other Pinoy issues, with the intention of making ourselves, our guests, and our audience laugh.
Regrettably, I made remarks that were disparaging toward Josh Aquino and hurt many people who relate to his condition as a person on the autism spectrum, as well as those who have loved ones like him.
I can relate to him and to those affected as someone who has also been diagnosed as neurodivergent. While this does not excuse my hurtful words or the laughter that followed, I hope people will consider that I was not coming from a place of malice or hurtful intent.
As someone with ADHD, impulse control can make filtering thoughts difficult. An edgy joke might pop into my head, and before my executive functioning can evaluate the social risk, it has already been said aloud. I share this not to excuse my behavior, but to provide context.
It took the public backlash for me to realize where the joke was coming from. But that is how people learn.
I thank Machong Chismisan and Makoy for taking down the video as soon as the hurt people felt became apparent. I apologize to my cohosts, The Pod Network, and to everyone else who were subjected to unwanted publicity because of these words.
I am reaching out to those who were directly affected by the remarks to hopefully extend my apologies in person. And I will continue to hear helpful and professional advice as to how to make myself more accountable and more respectful in the future.
As for everyone else, I sincerely hope that cut portions of the episode would not be used to malign, hurt, or disparage anyone. Or to summon negative feelings from those who would not have heard the clip had it not gone viral.
Thank you for understanding.
Tito P”
The podcasters expressed a commitment to learn from the mistake, pledging to engage with advocacy groups such as the Autism Society Philippines (ASP) and the National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA) to better understand disability rights and foster greater inclusivity in media.
In a public release, the network clarified that its values regarding respect, dignity, and responsible content distribution were non-negotiable, signaling that platform providers are taking a firmer stance against hate speech and disability-based mockery.
(Photo source: Instagram – Kris Aquino)
]]>Choosing dignity over conflict, Aquino revealed the deliberate strategy behind her initial silence, noting that she opted to starve the controversy of the public attention it sought.
In a heartfelt social media post accompanied by updates on her ongoing medical journey, Aquino addressed the public outcry that followed a controversial podcast episode.
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While many expected a fierce, signature retaliation from the prominent multimedia star, Aquino explained why she chose a different path. On Instagram, Kris posted the following:
“Many of you may have wondered why i gave no statement to what were irresponsible & uninformed opinions. A friend who i admire for his wisdom told me there are people i should learn not to give oxygen to, in other words ignore and the issue dies a natural death. By never stating their names, or my feelings, they didn’t get the word war from me they were expecting.
I haven’t felt the need to share with you what happens in our home. But to set the record straight, kuya is with me during our afternoon siesta, although mine stretches to 4 hours. When he sees Bimb going to his computer, kuya knows it’s his shift. And he loves to say: Mama your shoulder’s here. I sleep best with my head resting on Kuya’s shoulder and my arms wrapped around his left arm. It’s difficult because he can’t move but Monday to Friday kuya josh does his share to take care of his mama.”
I want to thank the doctors and nurses in Makati Medical Center who were so respectful of my privacy. The sutures aren’t out yet, but as soon as they are, time for my 3rd infusion of a biologic immunosuppressant that has helped.
Thank you for your prayers and words of encouragement. If i don’t post, i am in so much pain that i’m bedridden for 5 days, or if you don’t see reels- that’s the sign, i am in need of more prayers. I don’t want to ad to your burdens, i’ve read you admire my strength, that’s because i witnessed what our mom went through to prepare us, for life without her. I was 38 when she joined our maker. Bimb still needs more years to be ready for his lifelong responsibility of taking care of his kuya josh. That’s why ang mama nila hindi pa pwedeng isuko ang laban.”
Despite the noise, Aquino’s response serves as a powerful reminder of a mother’s protective instinct. Rather than amplifying negativity, she turned the focus back to what truly matters: resilience, family, and continuing the fight for her children.
(Photo source: Instagram – Kris Aquino)
]]>The drastic move follows widespread public outcry and severe backlash over a recent episode titled “S29E20: Ang Pagbabalik ni Kris Aquino,” during which the podcast hosts made offensive and mocking remarks directed at Joshua “Josh” Aquino, the eldest son of veteran multimedia personality Kris Aquino.
In a definitive statement released on October 15, 2026, TPN declared:
“We have formally terminated our contract with the Machong Chismisan podcast, and are consequently removing the show from the network, effective immediately.”
The network previously emphasized that while creators speak in their own voices, platforms carry a responsibility to uphold basic standards of dignity, particularly regarding vulnerable groups. TPN noted that it is actively formalizing stricter editorial guidelines across all its programs concerning disability, mental health, minors, and family members of public figures.
In the wake of the incident, the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) also issued a stern warning against content creators and public personalities who demean or mock persons with disabilities (PWDs), reminding creators that digital platforms carry social obligations and that respect for neurodivergent individuals is non-negotiable.
]]>After podcast hosts made insensitive and derogatory remarks targeting Joshua “Josh” Aquino—the eldest son of “Queen of All Media” Kris Aquino—prominent public figures stepped forward in a unified stand against bullying and the mistreatment of persons with special needs.
The viral incident, which saw host Tito P describe Josh with disparaging terms like “walang kuwenta” (useless), prompted swift condemnation from close family friends, public officials, and industry leaders.
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On his afternoon program Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, veteran television host Boy Abunda delivered an emotional and scathing rebuke of the podcasters, visibly moved by the insult to a young man he has known since childhood. Refuting the podcasters’ characterization of Josh as “useless,”
Tito Boy offered an intimate look into Josh’s daily life to highlight his gentle nature.
“Alam n’yo po ba kung ano ang assignment ni Josh? Sa bawat simula ng araw, he would gather everybody in the house and he will lead the prayer. Hindi po ‘Walang silbi’ si Josh, mali po ang inyong ginawa. Labag sa batas ng Diyos at sa batas ng tao ang inyong ginawa. Napakasakit.” Tito Boy revealed.
Tito Boy emphasized that such cruel remarks inflict deep pain not just on the Aquino family, but on every household raising and caring for children with special needs.
Taking a firm legal stance, Abunda publicly urged Kris Aquino to take action under Republic Act 9442 (the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons, which penalizes the vilification of persons with disabilities).
“Ako, if Kris would ask me? We haven’t had a chance to speak about this. I will tell her, go to court—Idemanda mo!” Tito Boy asserted.
(Photo source: Instagram – Kris Aquino)
]]>What began as a typical riff on pop culture during their October 5 episode, titled “Ang Pagbabalik ni Kris Aquino,” quickly degenerated into a viral storm.
During the segment, host Tito P made disparaging and insensitive remarks targeting Joshua “Josh” Aquino, the eldest son of the “Queen of All Media,” Kris Aquino mocking his neurodivergence and labeling him with derogatory terms like “walang kuwenta”.
As clips from the episode spread across social media platforms over the past few days, public indignation reached a fever pitch. Netizens, public figures, and advocacy groups united in condemning the hosts, pointing out that punching down at a person with special needs is not comedy—it is harassment.
Faced with a wall of public anger, co-hosts Makoy Pare, Tito P, and Lawrence Vivar took down the offending episode and issued formal apologies online. Makoy Pare acknowledged full accountability, admitting that the remarks crossed acceptable boundaries and caused deep harm.
However, the public and corporate reaction proved that apologies alone were insufficient.
Targeting an innocent individual who cannot defend himself especially under the guise of casual banter—is no longer brushed off as simple “chitchat.” As audiences demand greater empathy and basic human decency from digital personalities, the lesson is clear: true humor lifts people up; it doesn’t tear down the vulnerable.
]]>It was an announcement that reflected the exact nature of their relationship from day one: understated, mature, and deeply human.
On Instagram, Bela posted the following:
“A quick life update
I feel extremely lucky that every time love finds me, you all seem genuinely happy for me. Maybe it’s because I share what I can, and you’ve somehow come to know me as your friend who falls in love, gets heartbroken, and who you sometimes want to hug, scold, or grab a beer and cry with. 😂 Or maybe it’s because my movies have made us all believe in love a little bit again
Martin and I have been dating for the past few months, and this was the first relationship where I was truly swept off my feet. We share the same love for films, food markets, our work, and, most of all, genuinely being together.
I kept things private mostly because this was also my first relationship where I felt most like and unlike myself. I’m writing this because we all enjoyed the videos of us in the legazpi market. We all saw a new couple, a bit shy and awkward. But what you never got a glimpse of is us having the best and also hardest days for a couple of months now.
I’m deciding for both of us to move forward separately to save whatever we can of ourselves and how we see each other
I think sometimes, loving someone also means knowing when to let go, before you lose the good things you saw in each other.
Martin is one of the most fun, smartest, and definitely most charming people I’ve ever met. I will always be grateful for what we shared, and I genuinely wish him nothing but the best.
Thank you for rooting for us from afar, and for giving us the space when you saw us around and now to move forward separately.
PS: I know I never really posted or shared anything, but if I could immortalize one night here on my account, it would be this lovely, ordinary one.”
Bela has always carried herself with a distinct emotional honesty, both on screen and off. She writes about heartbreak with the kind of precision that only comes from feeling things deeply. Losing a partner who was also a friend leaves a specific kind of silence in a person’s life—the kind that takes time to get used to.
For Martin, who kept his life largely private, stepping out of that shared chapter means returning to a quiet space of his own.
(Photo source: Instagram – Bela Padilla)
]]>During a broadcast of It’s Showtime, the comedy routine paused as Ryan broke down in tears while thanking Vice Ganda for bringing him to the concert. It wasn’t just a moment of show business melodrama—it was a deeply human breakdown over missed timing, youthful insecurity, and the search for love.
Sitting at Yeng’s concert years later, watching the woman who once cared for him sing directly to him, the reality of that lost chance washed over Ryan anew.
On It’s Showtime, as Vice Ganda wrapped an arm around him, Ryan sobbed and asked a vulnerable question that hit home for anyone who has ever felt inadequate:
“Mami, makakahanap kaya ako? Tulad ni Yeng na nung umpisa ko, wala akong pambayad ng date, wala akong kotse… pero may chance pala ako sa kanya. Makakahanap kaya ako ng ganun?”
Vice Ganda offered comfort with words that resonated far beyond the studio walls:
“Hindi ka makakahanap, ikaw ang hahanapin ng pag-ibig. Kaya hindi mo kailangang maghanap. Love will find you. Just wait. We just wait.” said Vice.
“Don’t cry, as I told you, so many people appreciate and value you. We see you. Nakikita namin ang kagandahan ng puso mo at ang kapogian ng panlabas mong kaanyuan. Lalo na ngayon ang pogi-pogi mo,” added Vice.
(Photo source: Facebook – ABS-CBN)
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