TV host Kim Atienza and his wife Felicia have confirmed the death of their daughter Emmanuelle Atienza, 19, in Los Angeles. Authorities in California verified that Emmanuelle—known to friends and followers as Emman—passed away on October 22.
Felicia shared the heartbreaking news on October 24 through a joint social-media post featuring a series of photos of their daughter. “She brought so much joy, laughter, and love into our lives and into the lives of everyone who knew her,” Felicia wrote. “Emman had a way of making people feel seen and heard, and she wasn’t afraid to share her own journey with mental health. Her authenticity helped so many feel less alone.”
She urged the public to honor Emman’s memory by living with “compassion, courage, and a little extra kindness in your everyday life.”
Emman, a young content creator who often discussed mental-health and social issues online, is survived by her parents Kim and Felicia, and siblings Jose and Eliana. The family has not disclosed the cause of death.
Condolences for the Atienza family poured in from friends and fellow celebrities including Piolo Pascual, Solenn Heussaff, Darren Espanto, Chie Filomeno, Barbie Imperial, Ryan Bang, Niana Guerrero, Bea Borres, Khalil Ramos, Marjorie Barretto, and Rica Peralejo.
