Kim Atienza and Sister Alessandra Open Up About Losing Their Daughters
Television personality Kim “Kuya Kim” Atienza and his sister Alessandra Atienza have shared their heartbreaking experiences of losing their beloved daughters to mental health struggles — a painful reminder of how deeply such battles can affect families.
Alessandra’s daughter, Andrea, tragically passed away in 2014, and recently, Kuya Kim’s daughter, Emman, also passed away, leaving both families devastated. The siblings have spoken about their grief with courage and vulnerability, using their pain to raise awareness about the importance of mental health support and compassion.
In sharing their stories, Kim and Alessandra hope to remind others that mental health challenges can touch anyone, regardless of background or circumstance. They emphasize the need for open conversations, understanding, and early intervention to prevent such tragedies from taking more lives.
The Atienza family’s strength in the face of unimaginable loss has resonated deeply with the public, sparking renewed calls for empathy and better access to mental health care across communities.
Our hearts go out to Kim and Alessandra Atienza and their families during this time of immense sorrow. May the memories of Andrea and Emman continue to inspire love, awareness, and hope for those still fighting silent battles.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. In the Philippines, you can contact the National Mental Health Crisis Hotline by calling 1553 or 0966-351-4518. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential help is available 24/7.