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After remaining quiet for months, Nadine Lustre has revealed that the complaint she filed against an online harasser has already been resolved.

The Love, Siargao actress explained that she pursued legal action not only for herself but also to encourage accountability and help make social media a safer space for everyone.

Speaking to reporters during her Thanksgiving media conference on Wednesday, July 8, the actress-singer shared that the case stemmed from an Instagram comment she received last year, which she described as leaning toward online sexual harassment.

She recalled, “I don't want to say there's a lot of parang… medyo ano siya, medyo trigger warning. May nag-comment kasi sa Instagram ko, I would say leaning towards online sexual harassment na siya."

"Eventually, you know, after a few days, parang there were people na parang, ano sila, they were so triggered with the comment. A lot of people were telling me na parang sobrang hindi okay yan."

She eventually sought legal advice and decided to pursue a complaint.

"So, meron din akong legal counsel at that time who really pushed me to file a case against this person,” she shared.

Nadine said she felt compelled to take action because remaining silent did not sit well with her, especially knowing that many people experience similar forms of online abuse.

"I think I did it because, obviously, number one, it wasn't right to do that. Second, I felt a bit responsible for the comment.

"And I've wanted to do something about it because parang hindi ko ma-stomach yung injustice or yung ganun na knowing that there are people who actually went through that."

The actress also revealed that the case was only recently closed, which is why she is only now discussing the matter publicly.

Without disclosing the specific resolution of the complaint, Nadine said she hopes people realize that words posted online have real-life consequences and that anonymity should never excuse abusive behavior.

"I just wanted people to understand that even if you're hiding behind the screen, hindi pwedeng magsasalita ka lang ng kung anong gusto mong sabihin to another person,” Nadine said.

She further stressed, “There has to be accountability."

For her, this is essential if social media is to become a healthier environment for everyone.

"As much as possible, I'm all for, you know, even though it's hard, I'm all for social media being a safe space for everyone."

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Nadine also reflected on the current state of social media, describing it as both empowering and damaging.

"I'm not gonna lie, social media is a double-edged sword. As much as it is a platform or like a space where you can express yourself, it's also parang ang hirap din i-express yung sarili mo because of judgment."

She observed that online discourse has become increasingly hostile.

"Right now kasi, with everything that's been going on, people are so harsh on social media. And nakakalungkot, honestly, to see people fighting about just whatever."

Although she continues to share parts of her life online because it is part of her work and enjoys interacting with supporters, she admitted she has become more cautious.

"I tread lightly on social media as much as, you know, I do share bits of my life din naman ng social media. And it is part of the work. And I still love interacting with fans naman and, you know, with friends as well."

She also pointed out that anyone—not just celebrities—can become targets of online attacks.

"People can say whatever they want. Kahit hindi ka naman celebrity, like people can say whatever they want to you."

According to Nadine, this is especially dangerous for younger social media users.

"And it's very harmful, especially for, you know, for the younger generation na hindi pa masyadong matibay yung loob. It's so easy to down someone. It's so easy to wish harm on someone.

"And the most unfortunate part about that is that you can hide behind the screen and not be accountable for your actions, which is really difficult."

Nadine also reminded young people not to measure their lives based on what they see online.

"Social media is not the real world,” she emphasized.

"The younger generation, parang a lot of them are too focused on their image on social media, na it's detrimental to… parang yung sa real life nila."

For Nadine, creating a safer online space starts with users recognizing that every comment can affect another person's well-being and choosing kindness and accountability over hate.