The Shocking Truth: Why Kris Aquino’s Son Joshua Had to Leave the Philippines!

In a heartbreaking twist that left fans and followers in disbelief, Kris Aquino—the Queen of All Media—made the painful decision to send her eldest son, Joshua Aquino, abroad. While her public statements have often emphasized “a better life” and “greater support” in the United States, insiders close to the family have now revealed that there’s a much deeper and more emotional reason behind this move.

Not Just for a Better Future—But for Protection

Kris Aquino has always worn her heart on her sleeve. As a mother, she has long protected Joshua, who has special needs, from the brutal world of public scrutiny. However, according to sources close to the Aquino family, Joshua’s relocation to the U.S. wasn’t just about better education or medical care—it was about shielding him from cruelty.

“People can be cruel,” the source said. “Joshua has endured unfair treatment, online bullying, and even media mockery. Kris couldn’t take it anymore. She felt like she had to get him out before it got worse.”

While Kris publicly stated that America offered Joshua a better support system, those who know her best say she was deeply affected by how Joshua was portrayed, ridiculed, and misunderstood in the Philippines. Some netizens even circulated offensive memes and comments that devastated Kris privately.

The Weight of Being a Celebrity’s Son

Being the son of a powerful, outspoken celebrity like Kris Aquino has never been easy. Joshua was often dragged into the limelight—not for his own accomplishments, but for the controversies surrounding his mother. Some trolls and columnists even used him as ammunition to attack Kris, raising questions about her parenting and her choices.

“She was exhausted,” the source added. “She cried so many nights, wondering if Joshua would ever be allowed to live a peaceful life in his own country. And when she realized the answer might be ‘no,’ she did the unthinkable—she let him go.”

Distance, Sacrifice, and a Mother’s Love

Today, Joshua is said to be doing well in the U.S., under the care of close relatives and family friends. The decision was not easy—Kris’s ongoing battle with multiple autoimmune diseases makes separation even more painful. But in true motherly fashion, she chose what was best for her child, even if it meant facing her own health battles alone.

“She misses him every single day,” another family friend said. “But she knows she did the right thing. She’s willing to suffer in silence if it means Joshua gets to live a more dignified life.”

The Silent Pain of a Mother

Kris Aquino’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary—from political royalty to television legend, and now, a mother silently enduring her own decline in health while ensuring her son’s well-being from afar. Behind her vibrant social media posts and strong public image lies a woman bearing the invisible wounds of judgment, heartbreak, and unconditional love.

A Message to the Nation

In moving Joshua abroad, Kris Aquino didn’t just make a personal decision—she sent a message to the Philippines: that compassion and acceptance for people with special needs is still not where it should be. That being “different” in this society often comes at a painful price.

Kris needs to answer something about Joshua
Comedian, caught wearing a life vest
The issue with Joshua Aquino is very malicious, huh.

Is Kris Aquino aware of this?

Joshua is rumored to be pregnant, which seems impossible.

Anyway, Nay Cristy Fermin said when viewers asked yesterday on Take It… Per Minute, Me Ganun! that she should have left this malicious issue alone.

Kris is not secretive and will definitely clarify this malicious gossip on social media.

Joshua is currently staying in Tarlac because he says he prefers it there because it has fresh air, he can jog and even play golf.

This was only mentioned when viewers asked questions one after another yesterday on the digital talk show of Manay Lolit Solis, Manay Cristy Fermin and Mr. Fu about this.

Just three days ago, Kris posted that “My Tarlac resident with his favorite “pretty Ninang” @boss1020 and the hard working & warm hearted governor of Tarlac, Gov Susan Yap… my brother has no intention of leaving “Alto” ​​(that’s my mom’s family’s compound) and for me, where he is HAPPIEST, then I fully support him… our deal is everyday he needs to brisk walk or jog in the morning for at least 1 hour- and I can see he’s keeping his end of the bargain… I was really surprised, he refused to join us at the beach, he said he’s in Tarlac FOREVER. Kuya Josh, there’s forever…”

Anyway, also included in the discussion yesterday on Take It… Per Minute, Me Ganun, was the issue between Janno Gibbs and KitKat, who were both removed as hosts of the noontime show Happy Time after a social media scandal.

According to Nay Lolit, she just heard that Janno had hit on a woman. But their network’s decision to replace them as hosts of the program was right.

They also agree that this might be Derek Ramsay’s counterpart, Ellen Adarna and vice versa.

The actor is now talking about his girlfriend.

But what made yesterday’s episode fun was the blind item on TIPMMG that Beautederm is the major sponsor for the last hurrah of the program’s 2nd anniversary episode with Bright Excels.

The first blind item was about a comedian who was held by airport security when she was once abroad after being seen wearing a life vest on a plane. She was caught in the act when she was seen on a scanner.

And here Nay Lolit related.

She had a throwback story that happened at the New York Hilton where she put a silver tea set in her bag.

But when they got to the checkout area, she put down her bag, but lost her balance so she fell with the tea set she had taken to the hotel’s room service.

Hahaha.

He was with the couple Rudy Fernandez and Lorna Tolentino.

The late Daboy was said to have cursed at the time because of the shame of what Nay Lolit did.

Hahaha.

TIPMMG lasted until almost 1:30 p.m. yesterday because aside from the overflowing chika and laughter, there was also a bring me courtesy of Beautederm by Ms. Rei Tan to five lucky viewers who were Beautederm users.

Anyway, for those who couldn’t watch yesterday’s episode, join Team Replay on the Pilipino Star NOW Facebook page, Pang Masa, Latest Chika and Showbiz NOW as well as on the Pilipino Star NOW YouTube channel.