Matet de Leon Breaks Down During Live Selling After Haters Mention Late Mother Nora Aunor

MANILA, Philippines — What was supposed to be a routine live selling session for actress and entrepreneur Matet de Leon took a heartbreaking turn, as the actress tearfully confronted online trolls who left cruel and deeply personal remarks — some involving her late mother, Superstar Nora Aunor.

On June 29, 2025, Matet appeared on TikTok Live to promote local products, including food and household items. Known for her raw, relatable energy and passion for supporting small businesses, Matet had grown a loyal fanbase who looked forward to her streams.

But during this particular session, a barrage of hurtful comments disrupted the livestream. While some users mocked her looks and voice, others went too far—bringing up her complicated history with her adoptive mother, Nora Aunor.

Tears on Camera: “Why bring my mom into this?”

As Matet enthusiastically introduced a set of corned beef, she suddenly paused, her expression dropping. Her voice cracked. And then, she cried.

“I’m just trying to make an honest living,” she said through tears.
“Why bring my mom into this? She’s not even here anymore…”

Screenshots posted by netizens showed the brutal nature of the comments:
“This is why your mom was disappointed in you.”
“Even Ate Guy wouldn’t buy your products.”
“Suplada to kaya iniwan ni Nora.”

Matet’s Response: “That one heartless person ruined my day.”

On June 30, Matet took to TikTok again—not to sell, but to explain. In a heartfelt video, she clarified that her tears weren’t from shame or embarrassment.

“I want everyone to know—I wasn’t crying because I was ashamed of selling live. I’m very proud to be a live seller and to support the brands I believe in.”

“What upset me was that one person who had no heart, who made that one shameful comment. But selling? I love it.”

Hurt, But Not Defeated

Matet emphasized that she will continue her work and simply read fewer comments from now on:

“From now on, I’ll limit how much I read. I love what I do, and I won’t let cruel people ruin it for me.”

She ended by thanking loyal supporters:

“To my suki, to everyone who’s always kind to me—you don’t know how much you mean to me. Thank you for being nice.”

The Deeper Pain: Family and Public Judgment

Matet’s past rift with Nora Aunor has long been public, with media reporting on emotional tensions and disagreements between mother and daughter. While the two were believed to have reconciled before Nora’s passing, some online users have continued to weaponize that chapter of Matet’s life, even using it against her during a simple livestream.

The attack raised a deeper question: how far is too far in online culture? For many netizens, the incident was a painful reminder of how heartless online comments can affect real lives, especially when they bring up past traumas.

Fans React: Support Overwhelms the Hate

Though the incident was sparked by cruelty, it ended in an outpouring of love. Fans rallied behind Matet, flooding her page with encouragement and support.

“We love you, Matet! You’re doing great.”
“Ignore the haters—you’re brave, hardworking, and kind.”

The hashtag #RespectMatet began trending briefly, as celebrities and influencers chimed in to show solidarity.

A Message of Strength

Matet de Leon has shown us all that being vulnerable doesn’t mean being weak. Through her tears, she also reminded us that dignity and grace still exist — even in a space as chaotic as a TikTok livestream.

And to those who try to tear others down from behind a screen, Matet has one final message:

“I show up, every day. I keep going. Because I love what I do—and no one can take that away from me.”