Matet de Leon, ikwinento ang pagpapalaki at pagdisiplina sa kanya ni Nora Aunor
- Matet de Leon fondly recalled how Nora Aunor raised her and her siblings with quiet authority instead of physical punishment
- The actress shared that her late mother only needed a look from her eyes to discipline them
- Matet also opened up about how Nora influenced her own parenting style through love and closeness with her children
- The emotional revelations were shared during her guest appearance on GMA’s Fast Talk With Boy Abunda
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Matet de Leon became emotional while recalling how her late mother, National Artist Nora Aunor, raised her and her siblings during her guest appearance on Fast Talk With Boy Abunda on GMA Network.
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During the interview, Matet shared heartfelt memories about the parenting style of Nora Aunor, whom she described as loving yet naturally commanding even without resorting to physical discipline.
“Unang una po si Mommy, hindi naman po disciplinarian na namamalo, but she didn’t have to hurt us na kailangan kaming paluin. Maniwala kayo o sa hindi, ’yung mata niya po.”
According to the actress, Nora’s mere stare was already enough to make them understand when they had done something wrong. Matet said their mother carried a quiet authority that commanded respect from her children without needing to raise her voice or inflict punishment.
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The veteran actress reflected on how those experiences shaped her not only as a daughter but also as a mother herself.
When asked how Nora influenced the way she raises her own children today, Matet shared that she tries to create a fun and playful environment at home.
“Ngayon po, I am a fun mom. I play with them. Sinasakyan ko ’yung trip nila, ng panganay, ng pangalawa, at tsaka nung bunso. Very childish.”
Matet’s candid response drew smiles from viewers, with many appreciating her honesty and warmth as a parent. She explained that she enjoys bonding with her children by joining in their interests and personalities, regardless of their age differences.
The actress also implied that growing up under Nora Aunor’s care taught her the value of emotional connection and presence in family life. While Nora was a legendary figure in Philippine entertainment, Matet’s stories revealed a softer and more personal side of the late superstar as a mother inside their home.
The emotional interview came amid continued public discussions involving the family following Nora Aunor’s passing and issues surrounding her estate. Despite the controversies, Matet emphasized throughout the interview that their family continues to focus on remembering and honoring their mother’s legacy.
Matet de Leon is a seasoned Filipina actress who first rose to fame as a child star during the 1980s. Over the years, she successfully transitioned into mature and supporting roles, eventually becoming known by many as the “Best Friend ng Bayan.” She is the adoptive daughter of National Artist Nora Aunor and veteran actor Christopher de Leon. Throughout her long career, Matet has remained active in television and film, most recently appearing in the action-drama series Black Rider.
In a previous report, Matet de Leon explained the emotional reason behind her viral “walang mana” social media post. The actress admitted that she became deeply hurt by comments questioning their gratitude toward Nora Aunor and accusing them of being concerned about inheritance. During her interview, Matet tearfully appealed to the public to respect their family as they continue mourning their mother’s death. She also defended her brothers after they became targets of offensive and hurtful remarks online.
In the same interview, Matet de Leon likewise addressed the rumored misunderstanding with her brother Ian De Leon amid discussions about Nora Aunor’s estate. She clarified that there was no serious feud between them and described the situation merely as a misunderstanding. Matet also confirmed that Ian being identified as Nora Aunor’s sole heir was already understood within the family. Furthermore, she explained that they were emotionally unprepared to attend Nora’s death anniversary mass held at the Libingan ng mga Bayani because the pain of losing their mother remained overwhelming for them.
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