The children of National Artist Nora Aunor held separate memorial services for their mother, highlighting a family rift over the handling of her estate. Lotlot, Matet, and Kenneth de Leon did not attend the memorial Mass organized by their brother Ian de Leon at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Separate Memorial Service
Instead of joining Ian's event, Aunor's adopted children held their own Mass at St. John Paul II Parish in Eastwood, Quezon City. Reports indicate that Lotlot and her siblings chose to keep their distance after Ian assumed responsibility for handling the legal aspects of their mother's estate.
Legal Statement
In a statement, Lotlot's legal counsel clarified that there is no known last will and testament assigning sole authority over the estate. The statement read: "To our client's knowledge, there is no last will and testament executed assigning sole administration and authority to the estate of their mother. Ms. de Leon is not after any inheritance nor seeking any gain… She has stepped away completely, and this was a conscious and respectful decision."
Lack of Consultation
It was also alleged that Lotlot was not consulted regarding the memorial arrangements, contrary to Ian's earlier statement in an interview with ANC. Despite this, she has chosen to remain silent out of respect for her mother's memory. The family continues to mourn privately as they navigate the complexities of Aunor's legacy.
