MMK, nagbigay ng pahayag ukol sa tagumpay ng Maguad episode

- MMK thanked viewers for their support and discussions following the airing of “The Maguad Family Story”

- The show addressed concerns from the adoption and foster care community, reaffirming its commitment to portraying the strength and dignity of adopted individuals

- MMK emphasized that the tragic story is a rare case and does not represent most adoption and foster care experiences

- The program vowed to continue telling real and resilient stories, stating, “MMK is committed to remain a platform for stories that reflect the real, the raw and the resilient”

Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK) has issued an official statement following the airing of its controversial episode, “The Maguad Family Story,” which sparked widespread reactions from viewers and members of the adoption and foster care community.

The show acknowledged the concerns raised by the adoption and foster care community, who expressed worry about how the episode might affect public perception of adopted children. MMK emphasized its long-standing dedication to portraying positive and empowering stories of adopted and fostered individuals.

"We are grateful for the overwhelming support and discussions following our recent episode, 'The Maguad Family Story.' Your engagement and empathy have deeply moved us.

We also recognize the concerns raised by the adoption and foster care community. Your voices matter. And we reiterate our steadfast commitment to telling stories and celebrate the strength, dignity, and worth of adopted and fostered individuals. For over three decades, we have shared numerous narratives highlighting the beauty of chosen families and the transformative power of unconditional love.

This story has opened a conversation with difficulty but necessary questions. It is a painful and rare tragedy. It does not, and never will, represent the many beautiful and successful adoption and foster care stories out there.

MMK is committed to remain a platform for stories that reflect the real, the raw and the resilient - stories that help us move forward and better as one."

News, photos or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, such could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable.

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Still in other news, Senator Jinggoy Estrada, in a report by GMA News, has reportedly confirmed earlier reports about his son, Julian Ejercito, and his nephew, Jefferelly Vitug, allegedly being assaulted by three young men in Boracay. Earlier reports by Radyo Todo Aklan, which was later confirmed by other media sources say Julian, Senator Jinggoy’s son, was allegedly physically assaulted by three young men in Boracay Island during the early hours of Saturday, May 24. The reports further state that the alleged incident unfolded around 2:00 AM as Ejercito and his nephew were walking near a mini-mall after leaving a bar. Senator Jinggoy has confirmed the alleged assault, stating there were no prior confrontations and said he will be going to the island to personally coordinate with local authorities.

Source: KAMI.com.gh