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Ashley Rivera gives hopeful update on mom's cancer battle: 'She's still fighting'

By Kristine Kang
Published April 6, 2026 5:59 PM PHT

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Ashley Rivera and sister


Ashley Rivera stays positive as she supports her mother's battle against cancer.

After an emotional reel last week, Ashley Rivera returns online with a more positive update on her mother's health.

On Instagram, the Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre star shared good vibes with a video of herself and her sister dancing in front of their mother.

Despite being in the hospital room, both siblings didn't hold back from entertaining their mother. Ashley was full of energy, as if breakdancing to the beat. Meanwhile, her sister showed off her smooth moves while standing on the couch.

"Talentado talaga mga anak mo, ma," the actress wrote in the captions.

Ashley also shared a hopeful update on her mother's battle with cancer.

"Quick update: our dear mama bear is doing fine. She's still fighting and we're celebrating our small wins every single day!" she added.

Followers quickly sent love and support in the comment section, including celebrities such as Valeen Montenegro, Kuya Kim Atienza, and Hershey Neri.

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Last April 1, Ashley revealed her mother's battle with cancer through an emotional reel. The actress was seen singing “You Are My Sunshine” as she couldn't help but break down in tears.

Kapuso viewers know Ashley as the character Batis ng Katotohanan in GMA's hit superserye Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre.

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