In the wake of the tragic passing of 19-year-old influencer Emman Atienza, several Filipino celebrities are speaking out about the importance of kindness and compassion online.
Kim Chiu took to social media to remind her followers that “the world doesn’t need more opinions or harshness” and urged everyone to consider the emotional impact of their words.
Maloi Malapit of the pop group BINI and Maris Racal also joined the chorus of voices calling for gentler interactions, especially on social platforms where young people face constant scrutiny and pressure.
Atienza’s death has sparked renewed conversations around mental health, cyberbullying, and the wide-ranging effects of online comments