You’ll learn about her life, her current condition, why her health is deteriorating, and the illnesses she’s been battling. You’ll also discover how she started in showbiz.

You’ll get to know the men she was romantically linked with and her children. This video also gives you a glimpse of what she has built over the years – including her houses, vehicles, and businesses.
Christina Bernadette Cojuangco Aquino, or more popularly known as Kris Aquino, was born on February 14, 1971, in Quezon City.

She is the youngest daughter of former Senator Ninoy Aquino and former President Cory Aquino. Kris studied elementary in America, where her family lived temporarily. At just one year old, her father was assassinated at the Manila International Airport. After this, their family returned to the Philippines and began to face the challenges under Marcos’ regime.

Kris grew up in a politically prominent family. Her father was a staunch opponent of Ferdinand Marcos’ dictatorship, and her mother became the first female President of the Philippines. At a young age, Kris witnessed the difficulties of political life – such as her father’s imprisonment and tragic assassination in 1983.

Kris Aquino is one of the biggest names in Philippine showbiz. She is known as a talented TV host and is also active as a social media influencer. Despite her popularity and success, Kris is currently going through serious health challenges. A few years ago, Kris revealed that she has autoimmune diseases.

Many were saddened and worried because these are not simple illnesses. One of the people supporting her is Ronin Leviste, son of her former boyfriend Mark Leviste. Though Kris and Mark did not end up together, they remained good friends. Despite her condition, Kris still showed kindness by preparing a special dinner for them.

Kris publicly shared that she has autoimmune thyroiditis, chronic spontaneous urticaria, lupus, fibromyalgia, polymyositis, and mixed connective tissue disease. These conditions make even simple tasks difficult for her, and her weight has significantly dropped, which is why she has not yet returned to work.

Despite everything, she continues to receive strong support from her family and friends. Her sons Bimby and Josh are always by her side. Celebrities like Kim Chiu and Miles Ocampo also frequently visit her to cheer her up and give her strength. She is currently undergoing treatment abroad to try modern medical solutions.

Autoimmune diseases are hard to treat because the immune system attacks its own healthy cells. Kris requires intensive care from specialists and continuous medication. Still, she remains hopeful and believes she will recover one day.

Did you know, mga Meg, that at the young age of seven, Kris spoke at a rally for her father? Even as a child, she was already active in public life. Kris loves shopping and luxury brands such as Hermès, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, and Goyard. She loves designer clothes that are classy yet simple and elegant.

She prefers natural-looking makeup, with always-perfect brows and lipstick. She is very particular about skincare, often getting facials and using expensive products. Her favorite drinks are flavored coffee and herbal tea, part of her wellness routine. When it comes to food, she enjoys comforting Pinoy dishes like sinigang, kare-kare, and chicken inasal.

She also loves chocolates, cakes, and pastries, especially when she’s stressed. But due to her condition, she now eats more carefully, opting for healthy options like salads, smoothies, and gluten-free food. She enjoys quiet and relaxing places, often going with Josh and Bimby.

Her favorite destinations are Japan, the US, and luxury resorts in the Philippines. Kris is known to be generous, especially to her household staff, friends, and employees. She values cleanliness and organization, always wanting her surroundings to be clean, fragrant, and airy. She has a passion for beautiful furniture, curtains, and home décor to make her home cozy and classy.

Because of her natural charm, many men have fallen for her. Here are some of the men Kris was linked or had relationships with:

Philip Salvador – A famous actor with whom she had a son named Joshua, born on June 4, 1995. They met in 1994 while filming a movie but broke up after three years.

Alvin Patrimonio – A PBA superstar and Kris’s ultimate crush. They acted in a movie together but eventually went their separate ways.

Aga Muhlach – An actor and Kris’s first love, though they never entered a romantic relationship.

Anjo Yllana – Actor and comedian; they had good friendship chemistry but no romance.

Robin Padilla – Actor and politician. They reportedly eloped, but Robin blamed his drug addiction for their relationship’s downfall.

Gabby Concepcion – Actor and singer. They remained friends even after being investigated during Kris’s mother’s presidency.

Mark Lapid – Actor and politician; had a short-lived relationship with Kris.

Vic Sotto – Actor-comedian. Though they were close, Kris clarified it was not a serious relationship.

Joey Marquez – Actor and politician. Their relationship ended after allegations of abuse and Kris contracting an STD from him.

James Yap – PBA star and Kris’s ex-husband. They married in 2005 and had a son, Bimby, but their marriage was later annulled.

Atty. Gideon Peña – A lawyer who managed her endorsements. Kris clarified they were just friends.

Mark Leviste – Politician. They had an on-off relationship and remained friends afterward.

Herbert Bautista – Actor and politician. He proposed twice to Kris, but they ultimately did not pursue a relationship.

Mel Sarmiento – Politician. They got engaged in October 2021 but broke up in January 2022 due to Kris’s health issues.

Dr. Michael Padlan – A general surgeon. They started dating in July 2024. Kris mentioned him in a post after returning to the Philippines in November 2024, but by March 2025, they broke up, with Kris revealing that Dr. Padlan left her as her condition worsened.

Kris has two sons:

Joshua Philip “Josh” Aquino Salvador – Her firstborn with Philip Salvador, born July 4, 1995. He was born with developmental challenges, which Kris openly shared with the public.

James Carlos “Bimby” Aquino Yap Jr. – Her youngest son with James Yap, born April 19, 2007. He appeared in commercials and starred in the movie My Little Bossings in 2014.

Kris began her career in guest appearances on dramas, comedies, and talk shows. Her first film was Pido Dida with the late Rene Requiestas, a box-office hit. She was dubbed the Box Office Queen in 1990.

She was nominated for her role in The Fatima Buen Story and also starred in true-crime hits like The Vizconde Massacre Story, Myrna Diones Story, Elsa Castillo Story, and Humanda Ka Mayor, Bahala na ang Diyos, earning her the title of Massacre Queen.

Her biggest break came from the Mano Po series, where she won Best Supporting Actress. She then ventured into horror films like Feng Shui and Sukob, which became some of the highest-grossing Filipino films in 2004 and 2006.

In 2010, she produced and starred in movies like Dalaw, Segunda Mano, and Sisterakas. As her movie career slowed, she transitioned to television as a talk show host. She hosted numerous shows, including Startalk, The Buzz, Morning Girls, Game Ka Na Ba?, Kapamilya Deal or No Deal, Pinoy Bingo Night, and The Price is Right. She also appeared in the drama Kung Tayo’y Magkakalayo and served as a judge on Pilipinas Got Talent. She had a role in Crazy Rich Asians and received many awards in entertainment.

Even though Kris is no longer active in media, she is still considered one of the wealthiest personalities in the Philippine entertainment industry. Her endorsement fees alone reach billions – reportedly earning ₱30 billion from endorsements, making her the highest-paid endorser in the country.

Her real estate includes a ₱1 million house in Quezon City, and three ₱30 million condos in Makati. She owns several businesses, including franchises of Jollibee (₱10 billion), Chowking (₱5 million), and Mang Inasal (₱1.2 million). Her car collection includes BMWs and Mercedes-Benz sports cars, worth around ₱1.2 billion. She also owns jewelry and luxury bags worth over ₱50 billion.

Despite the wealth and luxuries, it’s undeniable that Kris is going through a difficult time, especially with her health.