Kuya Kim Atienza says he received letters from daughter Emman's followers after her passing
Trigger warning: This article mentions mental health struggles and depression.
Kuya Kim Atienza shared that he received letters from Emman's followers on social media following her death.
On Tuesday's episode of "Fast Talk With Boy Abunda," Kuya Kim said that Emman was reaching out to people on social media to offer them comfort and encouragement during their hardest times.
"I was praying in the second day of Emman's death. I said, Lord I hope that Emman's death is not in vain. Sana may dahilan to," the TV anchor and host said.
"And I got all these letters, Emman pala was reaching out on all these people in TikTok. Emman has become the icon of those who are mentally ill, or may depression at bipolar. And despite her pain, despite the suffering ng anak ko, she was calling these people. Tinatawagan niya," he added.
The "TiktoClock" host then read the letter from an international fan who shared their precious moments with Emman, who called her extremely inspirational.
Ending their message, the fan promised to continue their life in honor of Emman.
"This is only one letter. I got many of these," Kuya Kim said.
Kuya Kim also shared that he met a fan, who is suffering from bipolar disorder, during Emman's wake.
Emman's passing was announced by her family on October 24. She was 19 years old.
In what would be her last message on her Instagram broadcast channel, posted on September 1, Emman opened up about the pressures of social media.
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 in "24 Oras." —Jade Veronique Yap/MGP, GMA Integrated News
The Philippines has several mental health hotlines and services. These include: DOH-NCMH Hotline: 0917-899-8727 or 02-7989-8727; Natasha Goulbourn Foundation Hopeline: 0917-558-4673, 0918-873-4673 and 02-8804-4673; and In Touch Crisis Line: 0917-800-1123, 0922-893-8944 and 02-8893-7603.