Ian De Leon Explodes Over Inheritance War: Shocking Names Emerge of Those Not in Nora Aunor’s Mother’s Will But Still Fighting for Her Fortune

In what is quickly turning into one of the most scandalous family inheritance feuds in Philippine showbiz history, Ian De Leon is making headlines after erupting in anger over individuals not named in the will of his grandmother, Lola Mameng, yet allegedly maneuvering behind the scenes to claim a share of her estate.

The will—kept confidential for months and recently disclosed to immediate family—only includes direct descendants and legally adopted children of Nora Aunor. However, what has shocked many is the list of people who are completely excluded yet have allegedly started claiming rights to the inheritance, provoking Ian’s outrage.

According to sources close to the family, Ian is “furious and disgusted” at the audacity of distant relatives, non-legally adopted dependents, and even former household staff who are now surfacing with supposed “emotional rights” to Nora’s mother’s fortune.

Who Are These People?

Among those reportedly trying to insert themselves into the inheritance dispute are:

Maritess Villamor, a niece of Nora Aunor from a distant maternal cousin, who had minimal contact with Lola Mameng in her final years but is allegedly claiming she provided “emotional support” and should receive compensation.
Rolando “Rolly” Aunor, a former live-in caregiver of Lola Mameng, who reportedly left the household months before her passing due to internal conflicts. Despite not being mentioned in the will, he is said to be seeking financial compensation for “unpaid services and loyalty.”
Jeanette Tolentino, a woman who once claimed to be the illegitimate daughter of Nora’s deceased brother. Though never legally acknowledged by the family, she has allegedly approached Matet and Kenneth asking for help in “securing her fair share.”
A former driver and personal assistant of Nora Aunor known only as “Mang Ed,” who is said to be seeking legal advice to demand a portion of the estate, citing unpaid back wages and “verbal promises” allegedly made by Nora in the early 2000s.

These names were never included in any legal or family documents, and according to Ian De Leon, they have no rightful claim—yet their persistence has added pressure and chaos to an already volatile situation.

Ian De Leon Fights Back

Insiders report that Ian has consulted lawyers to protect the integrity of the original will and challenge any unofficial claims. He was reportedly quoted as saying:

“I stayed by my grandmother’s side until the end. These people are nowhere in the picture until now. They want what they never helped build.”

His anger is said to stem from seeing people who neglected or even disrespected Lola Mameng while she was alive, now emerging to claim her wealth as if it were their birthright.

Possible Legal Action Looming

Legal experts observing the case suggest that if these unofficial claimants persist, the family may be forced to file restraining or disqualification motions, especially if these individuals attempt to interfere with probate proceedings or delay the distribution of assets.

This situation has become deeply painful and personal for Ian, who, while often staying away from public drama, now finds himself at the center of an inheritance war threatening to tarnish his grandmother’s memory.

The Public Reacts

The Filipino public, who long revered Nora Aunor’s family as a symbol of resilience, is now watching in disbelief as the people closest to her are being pulled into controversy after controversy.

With the truth about the will now partially revealed, fans are asking: how many more people will step forward with questionable claims? And how long before this internal war escalates into a full-scale legal and media battle?