💔 “From Tuyo to Tears”: The Story of Conflict and Regret Between Matet de Leon and Nora Aunor

Manila, Philippines — One of the most emotional stories in recent Philippine showbiz history is the complicated and heartfelt relationship between Matet de Leon and her adoptive mother, the iconic Nora Aunor, known as the “Superstar” of Filipino entertainment.

🌩️ The Beginning of the Rift: The “Tuyo Wars”

In late 2022, Matet de Leon launched her own gourmet tuyo (dried fish) business. Not long after, her mother Nora Aunor—who also had her own tuyo brand—was said to have indirectly criticized Matet’s product. Deeply hurt by the unexpected blow, Matet went live on social media, tearfully expressing:

“Para akong tinraydor.”
(“I feel like I was betrayed.”)

Fans were shocked to witness such a public clash between mother and daughter—sparked not by personal matters, but by business rivalry.

🤝 Reconciliation in Silence

In early 2023, Nora Aunor appeared on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda and finally addressed the conflict. She admitted she didn’t realize her words would wound Matet so deeply and said she hoped they could talk things out.

Shortly after, the two reportedly quietly reconciled. While the public didn’t witness a dramatic reunion, close friends confirmed that Matet and Nora had made peace, choosing to restore their bond as mother and daughter.

😢 A Regret Too Late

When Nora Aunor passed away in April 2025, Matet could no longer contain her grief. At her mother’s wake, she expressed deep sorrow and regret, saying:

“Patay na ang nanay ko. Wala na ang nanay ko… Tapos sasabihan niyo ako ng ganyan?”
(“My mother is gone. She’s no longer here… and you still talk to me that way?”)

She admitted she wished they had talked more, reconciled earlier, and spent more time together. The pain of losing her mother was amplified by the things left unsaid.

🕊️ A Lesson in Family and Forgiveness

The story of Matet and Nora is not just about two celebrities at odds—it’s a powerful reminder that family bonds, even when strained, can still be healed with understanding and love.

What started as a business-related misunderstanding eventually turned into a public lesson about humility, vulnerability, and the precious chance to make peace before it’s too late.

📌 Final Thoughts

Nora Aunor’s passing closed a significant chapter in Matet de Leon’s life. But the love, regret, and gratitude Matet expressed after her mother’s death remain etched in the hearts of many.

Matet de Leon isn’t just an actress—she’s a voice for countless sons and daughters who struggle between love and pain in their family relationships. And in the eyes of many Filipinos, she stood tall—not just with strength, but with a brave and open heart.

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So once again, let me repeat: these products are coming directly from Purefoods, okay? Straight from Purefoods.
I don’t understand why some people find joy in being cruel like that. My mom is dead. My mom is gone—and yet you still choose to treat me this way. Sigh… thank you so much to everyone who’s checking out. Thank you very much.
And to those who aren’t commenting anything hurtful—just working properly—thank you. [Music]

Viral on social media right now is a video of actress Matet de Leon, who broke down in tears during her live selling session after receiving cruel comments from a netizen.

While Matet was busy selling her products online, a basher suddenly left extremely hurtful remarks.

One of the comments from the basher said:

“You’re such a snob—that’s why Ate Gay left you.”
Others added:
“Don’t you have any projects anymore?”

As if to imply Matet was a has-been with no career left.
She couldn’t hold back her emotions and sobbed live as she responded to the harsh comments. In her calm response, Matet said:

“My mom is gone. My mom has passed away. And yet you say things like that to me?”

You could clearly see the deep sadness and pain in the actress’s eyes—despite trying to earn an honest living through live selling, she still wasn’t spared from judgmental netizens.

Despite the harsh words, Matet showed her professionalism by finishing the livestream calmly and respectfully—a trait that was admired by her supporters.

Her true fans didn’t remain silent. They immediately defended Matet, sending love, encouraging messages, and praising her strength and kindness.

Though Matet de Leon is going through a hard time, she remains strong. A reminder that someone with a good heart will never fade into irrelevance. Many Filipinos salute your courage and dignity, Matet—and how you do everything for your family.

“I just want to let you all know—what happened yesterday, when I cried during the live. I wasn’t crying out of embarrassment for doing a live, okay? Because I am extremely proud to be a TikTok live seller for the brands I believe in. I really love going live. Even when I’m going through something, I still show up. I show up properly and happily.
I got upset yesterday because of that one heartless and shameless person, okay? But the live selling itself—I love it. That’s why I want to thank the people who support me during my lives, especially my regular customers. You might think I forget you—no, I don’t.”

So thank you, thank you, thank you everybody for being kind and respectful.
All I can say to those people who just want to provoke and insult someone who’s only trying to work and do what she loves—I’m going to start reading fewer comments and I’ll do my best to not let people like that ruin this work that I truly love—because of all of you.