Sylvia Sanchez, emosyonal na nag-react sa pambu-bully ng podcast kay Josh Aquino
- Sylvia Sanchez has spoken out against the mocking and insulting of Josh Aquino, the son of Kris Aquino who has special needs
- The veteran actress emphasized that persons with disabilities deserve respect, dignity, compassion, and genuine inclusion rather than being used as material for entertainment
- Sanchez also reminded content creators that their words can affect real people, families, and communities
- She urged people to remain humorous and influential without becoming cruel or insensitive toward persons with disabilities
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Sylvia Sanchez has expressed her support for persons with disabilities after the controversial podcast Machong Chismisan drew criticism over remarks mocking and insulting Josh Aquino, the son of television personality Kris Aquino.
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Sanchez shared her thoughts on Instagram, making it clear that the issue was particularly meaningful to her because of her advocacy for the inclusion of persons with disabilities, or PWDs.
“As someone who advocates for the inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), malapit sa puso ko ang issue involving Josh Aquino,” she said.
The actress stressed that people with disabilities should be treated with the same respect, care, and dignity afforded to everyone else. She argued that ridicule should never be justified as entertainment or content.
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“Deserve ng bawat PWD ang respeto, malasakit, at dignidad not ridicule for the sake of content,” Sanchez wrote.
She also pointed out that genuine inclusion involves more than simply providing opportunities to people with disabilities. For her, inclusion must extend to how society accepts, treats, and values PWDs in everyday life.
“Ang tunay na inclusion ay hindi lang pagbibigay ng opportunities, kundi ang pagtanggap at pagtrato sa kanila nang may respeto, pagmamahal at pagpapahalaga,” she said.
Sanchez further asked people to consider the human beings behind content that is posted and shared online. She reminded her followers that the people being discussed are not merely subjects for entertainment but individuals who have families and communities that can be deeply affected by hurtful remarks.
“Let us remember na behind every content is a real person, a loving family, and a community na maaaring masaktan sa ating mga salita,” she wrote.
Her statement comes amid widespread criticism directed at the podcast over its treatment of Josh, with the controversy prompting discussions about ableism, online responsibility, and the limits of comedy. Sanchez encouraged content creators and public personalities to exercise greater sensitivity in the way they make jokes.
“Be funny without being cruel. Be influential without being insensitive,” she said.
She specifically appealed to people not to turn persons with disabilities into objects of ridicule simply to entertain an audience.
“Huwag gawing katatawanan ang mga Persons with Disabilities para lang magpasaya ng madla,” Sanchez added.
The actress concluded her message with a concise statement about the foundation of genuine inclusion: “Inclusion begins with respect. Always.”
Sanchez’s remarks add to the growing public conversation surrounding the controversy involving Josh Aquino. The issue has drawn reactions from several personalities who have emphasized the importance of protecting the dignity of persons with disabilities.
Sylvia Sanchez is an award-winning Filipina actress known particularly for her dramatic work and is also the Chief Operating Officer of Nathan Studios. Her career has been distinguished by memorable portrayals of mothers and other emotionally demanding characters, while her work has expanded into film production. She is also part of a prominent showbiz family, with her children Arjo and Ria Atayde pursuing careers in the entertainment industry. Sanchez continues to maintain a significant presence in Philippine entertainment in 2026, both as an actress and an industry executive.
Previously, Sylvia Sanchez marked the second birthday of her grandson Sabino with a loving greeting. She shared on Instagram Stories a video that had originally been posted by her daughter Ria Atayde. In the clip, Sabino was seen blowing out a candle placed on doughnuts while his father, actor Zanjoe Marudo, watched over him. Sylvia used the occasion to express her affection for her grandson and also tagged Ria and Zanjoe in the post.
Earlier, Sylvia Sanchez celebrated her daughter Gela Atayde’s birthday by posting a collection of photographs and videos highlighting Gela’s personality and dancing abilities. The proud mother accompanied the posts with a heartfelt message expressing how proud she was of Gela and celebrating her accomplishments and continued progress. Gela later reacted to one of the videos with a playful comment, which led to a lighthearted exchange between mother and daughter.
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