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MANILA, Philippines — Kris Aquino has once again laid bare her struggles, revealing in a raw and emotional Instagram post the painful truth behind her breakup with her former partner and the severity of her ongoing health battles. Accompanied by a series of photos showing her son, Bimby, carrying her frail form to the toilet, Aquino shared an unfiltered look into her daily life, her pain, and the love that sustains her.
The accompanying photos show an intimate moment between Kris Aquino and her son Bimby, lifting and carrying her frail frame to the bathroom. In a time of great vulnerability, the images underscore the unwavering love between them, a love that, as Aquino declares, keeps her fighting every day. PHOTOS FROM INSTAGRAM/KRIS AQUINO
The accompanying photos show an intimate moment between Kris Aquino and her son Bimby, lifting and carrying her frail frame to the bathroom. In a time of great vulnerability, the images underscore the unwavering love between them, a love that, as Aquino declares, keeps her fighting every day. PHOTOS FROM INSTAGRAM/KRIS AQUINO
The accompanying photos show an intimate moment between Kris Aquino and her son Bimby, lifting and carrying her frail frame to the bathroom. In a time of great vulnerability, the images underscore the unwavering love between them, a love that, as Aquino declares, keeps her fighting every day. PHOTOS FROM INSTAGRAM/KRIS AQUINO
While Aquino did not name her ex-boyfriend, previous reports confirm him to be Dr. Michael Padlan, a trauma surgeon who practices in a Makati City hospital. The two had been publicly linked since mid-2024, with Aquino previously crediting him as a key figure in her return to the Philippines and ongoing medical journey.
Aquino's midday post on Sunday began with, "During this time of uncertainty, I choose to share my painful truth, the doctor I loved left me because he wanted the freedom to travel, to break free from needing to care for and the reality of Kris Aquino who had multiplying autoimmune diseases w/ so few treatment options."
She did not hold back in acknowledging the finality of their separation, writing, "Enough time has passed: he did not love me." She also clarified that her ex-boyfriend was compensated for his professional work despite their relationship.
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"In my defense, he did receive the correct professional fees — even when we were a couple." Closing this chapter in her life, she emphasized: "End of that chapter never akong natakot umamin ng katotohanan (I'm never afraid to admit the truth)."
Aquino further revealed the exact words her former partner said when he left her: "Iniwan kita dahil mahirap kang mahalin, sobrang sikip ng paligid (I left you because you are difficult to love, it's too suffocating)."
She expressed hope that he would now stop attacking those who have remained by her side. "My prayer is that he will now stop trash talking and cursing my best friends and doctors who are still doing all they can to improve my quality of life, proving everyday genuine love, compassion and loyalty."
Shifting the focus to her health, Aquino described a recent medical procedure that has left her in unbearable pain. "Last night my rheumatologist tried ultrasound-assisted targeted steroid shots on my knees... My body reacted the same way I did when we tried 34 months ago the steroid challenge."
She also detailed the impact of her condition on her physical state: "Bimb is now doing MMA training and I weigh less than 80 lbs, only 36 kilos. I cannot walk, each step is agony."
Explaining the extent of her suffering, she added: "The excruciating pain is from my knees all the way to my feet, a combination of deep bone pain (lupus arthritis, Polymyositis, and acute fibromyalgia)."
Despite her ordeal, Aquino insisted she was sharing her story not for pity but to inspire others. "I decided to post my current reality because I want to give hope."
She then highlighted the love and devotion of her youngest son Bimby, who remains her source of strength. "When you are unconditionally loved when like me you are blessed with a son who will do all to lessen his mama's physical and emotional suffering — hindi ka susuko (you will not give up)."
"Tinitiis ko yung matinding sakit na parte na ng bawat araw ko dahil ang pagmamahal ng anak ay walang katumbas (I endure the intense pain that is now a part of my daily life because a child's love is incomparable)."
In her final words, Aquino reinforced her faith and gratitude. "Life is difficult for all of us — but faith in God and real love proven by action gives all the needed willpower to persevere."
She thanked those praying for her healing and directed a heartfelt message to her son: "To my 'northern star' — Bimb, for being much more than your mama deserves."
She ended her post by also thanking a certain @celdasan for taking care of her eldest son Joshua, who is living with autism, and the hashtag #TULOYANGLABAN.
