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Emman Atienza’s sister Eliana shares heartfelt words: ‘We were supposed to co-create a better world’
Emman Atienza's older sister Eliana has finally taken to social media early Monday morning (Philippine time) to pay tribute to her late influencer sister.
Posting photos of them together from their childhood on Instagram, Eliana said “I miss you, Emman, with everything that I am and will ever be."
“I see you in the sunlight between the tree canopy and in the endless stars I know must be there, hidden by city lights,” she added.
Eliana also reflected on the dreams they once shared and the bond they built as siblings.
“We were supposed to co-create a better world where our children could play together, and we could laugh knowing we fought and struggled to build this for them,” she said.
“I hope this message reaches you wherever you are. Call me soon, okay?” she added.
In the comments section, their father, Kuya Kim, wrote, “I love you so much. Tight, tight hug, daughter.”
This is Eliana's first message after the Atienza family made the announcement of Emman's untimely passing on Friday.
Over the weekend, their parents have been posting on social media, clearly in remembrance of their 19-year-old daughter. Kuya Kim shared a clip from Emman’s interview on Toni Gonzaga's vlog, where she shared the inspiration behind the tattoo on her ear and reiterated their family’s call for kindness. He also posted a poignant video of Emman singing and said "the Lord gave and the Lord has taken away."
Meanwhile, Emman’s mom, Felicia Atienza, also shared a heartfelt reminder about the importance of choosing kindness.
Managed by Status by Sparkle, Emman was a model and internet personality who would occasionally go viral online for her relatable videos and her mental health advocacy. Amid the "nepo babies" issue, Emman clapped back at commenters accusing her of being one, and staunchly defended her family.
In what would be her last broadcast message on Instagram, posted on September 1, Emman opened up about the pressures of social media and taking a break from TikTok.
Our hearts go out to the Atienza family.
— LA, GMA Integrated News
