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Kim Atienza grieves with Ashley Rivera following her mother's death from cancer

By Karen Juliane Crucillo
Published June 20, 2026 11:07 AM PHT

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Kim Atienza consoles Ashley Rivera after mothers death


Kim Atienza is helping Ashley Rivera get through the pain of losing a loved one. "We all grieve differently."

TiktoClock host Kuya Kim Atienza became a source of strength for internet personality and actress Ashley Rivera as she mourned the loss of her mother, who passed away after battling cancer.

In an Instagram post, Kuya Kim shared a video of an intense workout session with Ashley, along with the text that read, “We all grieve differently.”

"Grief is complex. Each person grieves differently, and there is no right or wrong way to do it," he wrote in the caption.

He also shared that he comforted Ashley through their workout session.

"Today I worked out with @itsashleyrivera in honor of her mommy Greta," he said.

"Tight, tight hug, Ashley," he concluded.

In the comments section, Ashley replied, "Thank you for saving me, @kuyakim_atienza. This unknown path of grief is terrifying. I'm grateful to have a friend like you guiding me through it."

"Here lang for you," Kuya Kim responded.

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Ashley Rivera announced the passing of her mother on Instagram on June 16.

On April 1, Ashley Rivera first revealed her mother's battle with cancer through an emotional reel.

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