In a heart-wrenching moment that gripped the nation, Kris Aquino, the “Queen of All Media,” broke her silence and laid bare the emotional and physical toll of her long battle with a rare autoimmune disease—leaving fans, supporters, and even veteran host Boy Abunda in tears.

💔 A Raw and Emotional Revelation

During an exclusive tell-all aired on national television, Kris Aquino appeared visibly frail but determined as she shared the real state of her health. For months, the public had been speculating about her declining appearance and absence from the limelight. But no one was prepared for the depth of her confession.

“I didn’t want to burden people with my pain, but I owe the truth to those who truly love me,” Kris said, her voice trembling.

She revealed that her condition had worsened and that there were days she couldn’t even lift her arms or walk without assistance. Doctors had confirmed complications involving multiple organs, making her treatment more complex and delicate.

🩺 A Rare Diagnosis, and the Fight of Her Life

Kris was diagnosed with multiple autoimmune disorders, including Churg-Strauss syndrome, Lupus-like symptoms, and Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA). These diseases are rare and aggressive, attacking the body’s immune system and causing severe inflammation of blood vessels and organs.

Her battle has taken her to top medical institutions in the U.S., where she has undergone a series of immunosuppressive therapies and clinical trials.

“I’m not giving up. I’ve fought all my life—for my family, for my sons, for my country—and I will keep fighting.”

😢 Boy Abunda’s Tearful Reaction

Perhaps the most poignant moment came when Boy Abunda, a long-time friend and confidant, couldn’t hold back his tears. As Kris detailed the pain, the injections, and the emotional toll on her two sons, Josh and Bimby, Boy was seen wiping his eyes, clearly shaken.

“She has always been strong. But to see her in this state, still smiling through the pain… it’s unbearable,” he said, voice cracking.

🙏 A Plea for Prayers, Not Pity

Despite the grim realities, Kris remains hopeful. She ended the interview with a message not of despair, but of faith and resilience.

“Don’t pity me. Just include me in your prayers. That’s all I ask.”

💬 Netizens React

Social media exploded with messages of love and support. The hashtags #PrayForKris and #LabanKris quickly trended as celebrities, politicians, and fans rallied behind her. Even former rivals in showbiz and politics posted messages of admiration for her courage.

What Are the Updates on Kris Aquino’s Illness? Find Out Here
After Kris Aquino shared the various illnesses she is battling, her sister Ballsy recently gave some updates on her health. Read this article to learn more about Kris Aquino’s illness. Kris Aquino’s Latest Updates on Her Illness From Her Sister
During a Zoom event held on August 20 by a non-government organization from New Zealand, Banyuhay Aotearoa, older sister Ballsy Aquino revealed the Queen of All Media’s current condition, more than two months after the last update was heard.

According to Ballsy, their youngest sister has been diagnosed with two new autoimmune conditions. Therefore, Kris is currently battling at least four autoimmune conditions.

“When she left, she had two autoimmune diseases. I think now there are four,” she explained.

“She’s not even 90 pounds now, she’s like 85 or 86. For the other treatments that they want to try, she has to put on more weight. She has to get a little bit stronger,” he added.

It is undeniable that the medical team is having a hard time with the treatment plan for Kris. This could be because she has many allergies to medications, which is why the treatments are not effective. Or she could be experiencing various side effects.

Updates on Kris Aquino’s Illness From Herself
In May, it will be recalled that the actress-host publicly revealed her various illnesses. In her Instagram caption, she mentioned the need to fly to America to receive proper treatment.

A few weeks ago (June 3) the Queen of All Media shared another update on her health. She did this by posting a video with an explanation from her attending physician, Dr. Niño Gavino regarding Kris Aquino’s illness.

“I met Ms. Aquino through my colleague and classmate from UP College of Medicine, Dr. Katrina Canlas-Estrella. Dr. Estrella reached out to me in March 2022 to assist in Ms. Aquino’s medical care.

“We reviewed all her medical history and records from the Philippines and Singapore and made a primary working diagnosis of Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGPA, formerly known as Churg-Strauss Syndrome), based on her adult-onset asthma, high count of eosinophils (more than 10%), paranasal sinusitis, transient pulmonary infiltrates.”

He said that EGPA could also explain her weight loss, gastrointestinal intolerance, and fluctuating blood pressure. These were the main reasons for her travel delays.

Unfortunately, there is no specific cure for Kris Aquino’s specific disease. However, the symptoms can be controlled with the use of steroids and other powerful immunosuppressant drugs. Kris Aquino’s Continuing Fight Against Various Diseases
The statement also mentioned how critical the next month will be to see if she can achieve remission and continue the regimen further because to survive, Ms. Aquino will have to take whichever combination works, her lifetime maintenance medicine.”

The life expectancy of those with the condition was also mentioned.

“With no medical intervention overall, the life expectancy of those with EGPA is at about 25%. With the proper treatment 5-year survival rate is at 62%. Only 1 in every 1 million people get this form of vasculitis per year. That is how rare and hard to treat Ms. Aquino’s case is.”

Despite the challenges left and right, they continue to search for the right and appropriate treatment for Kris Aquino’s ailments. And their children Josh and Bimby also reinforce their mother’s fighting spirit.

“There was a time she was really feeling that she was about to give up because she was having such a difficult time, but when she looks at pictures of her sons, when she sees them, then she knows she still has to fight because as you know, Josh is a special boy and Bimb is only 15.”

Ballsy is also very grateful to those who continue to pray for her brother.

Kris promised in her last post on her own Instagram page (June 30) that her supporters would see another post from her when she received good news, after she thanked God, told her brothers and selected friends.