Actress and social-media personality Neri Naig has released a candid message after being the target of online comments calling her “haggard” and “ugly.” The post from the entertainment news outlet cited her as saying:
“Hindi ako pinanganak na maganda. Alam ko na yun… [So what if I’m not pretty?]”
Naig’s statement reflects a growing trend among public figures who are choosing to address negative remarks about their appearance head-on. Rather than ignoring the critique, she used it as an opportunity to assert her own sense of self-worth and to challenge the conventional expectations of beauty.
She emphasised that appearance does not define one’s value: what matters more, she hinted, is how one carries themselves and the authenticity shown to others. Her message resonated with many of her followers who praised her for vulnerability and confidence.
In an era of hyper-visibility driven by social platforms, Naig’s reaction sparks conversation about the pressures on public-figures—and everyday people—regarding looks, self-image and online giudgement.