Julia Montes, hindi makalimutan ang masakit na pangungutya sa kaniyang deaf na ina
- Julia Montes dedicated her Philippine Association of the Deaf recognition to her deaf mother
- The actress recalled the painful experiences she witnessed growing up, including how people mocked her mother
- Montes urged the public to treat persons with disabilities with kindness, dignity, and respect
- She thanked PADI for its 100 years of service and advocacy for the Deaf community
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Actress Julia Montes dedicated her recent recognition from the Philippine Association of the Deaf (PADI) to her mother, reflecting on the challenges they experienced together and calling for greater respect for persons with disabilities.
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In an Instagram post, Montes described the honor as one of the most meaningful recognitions she has received. She shared how growing up with a deaf mother taught her the importance of compassion and standing up for people who experience discrimination.
"I can truly say that this is one of the most special and meaningful recognitions I have ever received. Growing up with a deaf mom, I experienced firsthand what it means to be her voice and ears in our everyday lives. From helping her communicate with other people to protecting her from judgment, discrimination, and bullying, it was never an easy journey," she wrote.
The actress also opened up about the emotional experiences she faced as a child, particularly when she saw other people treating her mother unkindly.
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"I remember crying for my Mama because of how other people treated her. There was even a time when I didn’t want to be seen with her — not because I was ashamed of her, but because hearing people whisper, laugh, and mock her broke my heart. As a child, I couldn’t understand why people could be so unkind to someone simply because she couldn’t hear or speak like they did," Julia shared.
Through her message, Montes encouraged people to look beyond disabilities and recognize the dignity and worth of every individual. She emphasized that people with disabilities deserve the same consideration and opportunities to be included in society.
"People with disabilities may have different abilities, but they are no less than anyone else. They have the same feelings, dreams, dignity, and right to be treated with kindness and respect. Let us never belittle someone because of their disability. Instead, let us learn to understand, include, and respect them," she said.
Montes also expressed her gratitude to PADI for its long-standing commitment to serving and advocating for the Filipino Deaf community. More importantly, she reiterated that the recognition was dedicated to her mother, whose experiences helped shape her perspective on empathy and acceptance.
"Today, I receive this recognition with a grateful heart, not just for myself, but especially for my Mama. ❤️ Mama, this one is for you. You may not hear the words I say, but I hope you always feel how proud I am to be your daughter. Thank you, PADI, for 100 years of service, advocacy, and love for the Deaf community. 🤟💙 Deafness is not a limitation to being loved, respected, and valued."
The actress's tribute highlighted the importance of creating a more inclusive environment where persons with disabilities can live without fear of ridicule or discrimination.
Montes currently stars in Coco Martin's series "Sigabo."
Widely regarded as one of the premier dramatic actresses of her generation in the Philippines, Julia Montes is known for her immense emotional depth on screen. She is a multi-awarded Filipino actress who rose to widespread prominence as the antagonist Clara in the hit remake series Mara Clara before establishing herself as a leading dramatic television and film star.
Previously, Julia Montes caught the attention of fans after sharing a series of stunning photos from a recent photoshoot. The actress also hinted at an upcoming announcement, sparking curiosity about what she plans to reveal. ABS-CBN highlighted her social media post, further fueling speculation among supporters eager to learn more about the anticipated update.
In an amusing collab that fans loved, Julia teamed up with vlogger and entrepreneur Viy Cortez for a playful dance video shared on Instagram. The two entertained viewers with their moves as text on the clip humorously read, "How to kick a soccer ball." Julia also joked in her caption that Viy was the only person who could convince her to join in on silly dances. The entertaining reel drew thousands of views and amused fans online.
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