Kris Aquino, the Philippines’ beloved Queen of All Media, continues her quiet yet courageous battle against multiple autoimmune diseases. While progress has been slow, those closest to her attest to her unwavering strength and determination.

In a heartfelt post, Dindo Balares, a close friend and one of the few with direct access to Kris, offered the public a glimpse into her day-to-day struggles and silent triumphs. Currently staying at a private beachfront resort for healing, Kris is undergoing intense physical and emotional challenges.

“This is real and genuine,” Balares insisted in response to skeptics questioning whether recent photos of Kris were edited or Photoshopped. He clarified that the images were taken three weeks ago by their friend, Ms. Jing, while he was also present.

More than the photos, what struck fans was Balares’s vivid description of Kris’s physical condition: needing nurses just to sit up, and falling several times because of her mistaken belief that she could already stand without assistance.

Kris, who became a household name in Philippine showbiz as a host, actress, and presidential daughter, has been battling chronic spontaneous urticaria and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA) for years. Despite her fame and fortune, her story now highlights something far more powerful—faith, love, and the will to survive.

In another report by Kami.com.ph, trusted insider Mama Loi urged the public not to fall for misleading clickbait or fake news.

“Please don’t believe the clickbait,” he warned, while confirming that Kris still faces serious health issues—but her healing process is very real.

Mama Loi also recently shared an encouraging update: Kris has gained some weight, a significant sign of progress. While her appetite still fluctuates, she pushes herself to stay committed to her medical regimen.

The journey has not been easy. Kris has remained largely out of the public eye, focusing instead on rest, treatment, and spending quiet moments near the sea. In a world of glamour and headlines, this version of Kris Aquino—frail, brave, and fighting—is a reminder that true strength is often found in silence and surrender.