Awra Briguela, sinita ang professor sa umano’y “degrading at transphobic” na remark

• Awra Briguela publicly criticized a professor over an alleged transphobic comment posted online
• The actress described the remark as degrading and unacceptable, especially coming from an educator
• Awra revealed that former students allegedly shared similar negative experiences involving the professor
• She is now considering formally filing a complaint and gathering statements from other affected individuals

Awra Briguela publicly called out a university professor after allegedly receiving a transphobic and degrading comment online, stressing that educators should promote respect and not discrimination.

In a Facebook post, Awra shared a screenshot of the remark left under an article about her after discovering that the commenter was reportedly a professor from a university in Manila.

“He commented ‘Ay babaeng may burat’ on a public post about me a degrading and transphobic remark that no educator should ever say to anyone, especially knowing that I am also a student,” she wrote.

Awra criticized the behavior of the professor, saying educators must uphold professionalism and serve as role models even on social media.

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“As a professor, you are expected to uphold professionalism, respect, and basic human decency. Educators should serve as role models and create safe spaces for students, not contribute to online bullying, humiliation, and discrimination,” she expressed.

She added her disappointment, emphasizing the authority held by the educator involved.

“What he did was completely unacceptable and disappointing coming from someone in a position of authority,” she added.

Awra also revealed that former students allegedly reached out to her, sharing similar experiences, suggesting the incident may not be isolated.

“Because of this, I am now considering formally reporting the matter to the Universidad De Manila administration and gathering statements from individuals who may have also experienced inappropriate treatment from him. Accountability is important, especially for people entrusted to educate and influence students,” she revealed.

She stressed that dignity must be upheld regardless of identity or opinion.

“Respect should never depend on gender identity, appearance, or personal opinions. Everyone deserves dignity, and no professor should use their platform to publicly shame or degrade another person,” she maintained.

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Awra said she is now gathering statements as she prepares a formal complaint and encouraged others with similar experiences to speak up.

“This is not about hate or revenge — this is about accountability, professionalism, and making sure that students are treated with dignity and respect,” she ended.

Awra Briguela is a 22-year-old Filipino actor and comedian who rose to prominence as a breakout child star after being handpicked by Coco Martin to play "MakMak" in the hit television series FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. Born in Las Piñas to parents Marivic and Oneal Brian Briguela, she further cemented her entertainment career by winning the first season of Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids and starring in major comedy films like The Super Parental Guardians.

In another report, Awra Briguela shared on Instagram that she had to rush herself to the Emergency Room after waking up in severe pain. She experienced continuous vomiting and felt like she was about to lose consciousness upon arriving at the hospital. Doctors later diagnosed her condition, which she revealed in her post. After receiving treatment and undergoing lab tests, she is now recovering and resting at home.

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Meanwhile, Awra Briguela and her close friends organized a donation drive for local jeepney drivers as a way of giving back. The group packed groceries and personally distributed them on the streets. Awra said it was their simple way of honoring drivers who continue to serve the public despite challenges. She also thanked her friends and “Mama Stormi” for helping make the charity effort possible.

Source: KAMI.com.gh