Kuya Kim thanks artist for leaf artwork of him and late daughter Emman Atienza

Kim Atienza shared a heartfelt message of gratitude and hope following the sudden passing of his youngest daughter, Emman, encouraging everyone to carry forward the values she lived by.

In his report on "24 Oras," Wednesday, the Kapuso host showed two leaf artworks dedicated to Emman by Biñan, Laguna artist Mary Mae Dacanay.

"Ginawan ko po si Kuya Kim tsaka si Emman kasi nakikita ko po 'yung pagmamahal ng magulang na laging nakasuporta sa anak," Mary Mae said.

Kuya Kim expressed deep gratitude to Mary May for the special remembrance of his late daughter.

"Kuhang-kuha niya ang ganda at ngiti ng aking Emman kaya maraming, maraming salamat Mary Mae sa isang napaka-espesyal na pag-alala sa aking anak," he said.

Reflecting on his loss, Kuya Kim offered a message to viewers, thanking them for their prayers, love, and understanding.

"Hindi lingid sa kaalaman ng marami na naging mabigat ang mga nagdaang linggo para sa aming pamilya dahil sa biglaang pagpanaw ng aming bunsong si Emman na nagdala ng saya at nagsilbing inspirasyon, hindi lamang sa aming pamilya, kundi sa napakaraming taong nakapalibot at nakakapanood sa kaniya," he said.

Kuya Kim thanked the viewers for their understanding, prayers, and love.

"Kahit hindi na natin kapiling si Emman, nawa'y pairalin natin ang mga katangiang sinabuhay niya: compassion, courage, and a little kindness. Lahat tayo may pinagdadaanan. Piliin natin ang maging mabuti sa isa't isa," he said.

Emman's passing was announced by her family on October 24. She was 19 years old.

In what would be her last broadcast message on Instagram, posted on September 1, she opened up about the pressures of social media and taking a break from TikTok.

In Kuya Kim's interview with Jessica Soho, aired on "Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho," he said he remains grateful for the "19 beautiful years" of Emman.

He also reminded parents about the seriousness of mental health during his interview with Vicky Morales for "24 Oras." —Carby Rose Basina/MGP, GMA Integrated News