
Filipino TikTok creator Emmanuelle âEmmanâ Atienza has passed away at age 19. Her mother, Felicia, confirmed the news in an Instagram statement shared on October 24 on behalf of the family. âItâs with deep sadness that we share the unexpected passing of our daughter and sister, Emman,â the message read. âShe brought so much joy, laughter, and love into our lives and into the lives of everyone who knew her.â
Emmanâs parents, television host Kim Atienza, businesswoman Felicia Hung, and her siblings, Jose and Eliana, signed the statement.
Remembered for Her Kindness & Authentic Voice
The family expressed how deeply Emman valued emotional openness. âEmman had a way of making people feel seen and heard, and she wasnât afraid to share her own journey with mental health,â the tribute continued. âHer authenticity helped so many feel less alone.â
The post encouraged others to carry forward the compassion she shared. âTo honor Emmanâs memory, we hope you carry forward the qualities she lived by: compassion, courage, and a little extra kindness in your everyday life.â
Her Life in Los Angeles & Growing Online Impact
Emman had recently moved to Los Angeles from the Philippines earlier this year, according to Deadline. She died at her home in L.A., and her cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
The influencer connected with hundreds of thousands of people online, sharing fashion, travel, personal growth, and mental health. She had more than 866,000 TikTok followers and over 44 million likes.
Her Instagram was filled with photos of her rock climbing, spending time with friends, and exploring new places.
Tributes began pouring in across social media. Filipino actress Andrea Brillantes commented, âEmman was such a ball of sunshine. My deepest condolences to you and your family. Sending you my prayers.â
Model and actress Heart Evangelista added, âShe was pure. Iâm so sorry.â Her agency, Sparkle GMA Artist Center, also shared a statement. âOur sincere condolences go out to her family and loved ones. She will always be remembered as a cherished member of the Sparkle and Status by the Sparkle family.â
Fans expressed how much her presence meant to them. One wrote, âYour videos brought light to my darkest days. Somehow, you made me smile again.â Another shared, âYou helped so many people find their will and see another day.â
Another best friend wrote: “Emman was my best friend for several months while we were together. I watched her get introduced to my beautiful sport of climbing and spread that passion and love all across her home country, and to the Internet and social media following. She seriously cared about the impact she made with her platforms and her ability to reach people like her and make them feel less alone. I’m devastated even typing this that this is the end, but I really genuinely believe and vow to embody her ideals and what she would have wanted through my own pursuits.”
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