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Topics: Los Angeles, News, US News, Health
Lucy Devine
People have been paying tribute to Emman Atienza, a TikTok star and the daughter of TV host Kim Atienza, who has died at the age of 19.
In a statement, Emman's family took to social media, where they shared the news of her passing.
Posting a collection of photos, the family said: "It’s with deep sadness that we share the unexpected passing of our daughter and sister, Emman.
"She brought so much joy, laughter, and love into our lives and into the lives of everyone who knew her.
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"Emman had a way of making people feel seen and heard, and she wasn’t afraid to share her own journey with mental health. Her authenticity helped so many feel less alone."
They added: "To honor Emman’s memory, we hope you carry forward the qualities she lived by: compassion, courage, and a little extra kindness in your everyday life."
Following the sad news, people have been writing tributes on some of Emman's most recent Instagram posts.
In one, Emman could be seen sharing what appear to be holiday photos from just a week ago, with one image showing her standing by a swimming pool, while in another, she is eating ice cream while sitting in a bikini.
In one video, she appears to be rock climbing, while a second video shows her skateboarding.
Another post from around a week ago featured a series of images from Emman's childhood, including pictures of her and her family.
"This post is dedicated to my childhood and the zoo that raised me," she wrote in the caption.
Her most recent post - a video montage of memories with her friends - was shared just three days ago.
"This video got restricted on tt," she wrote. "Does this go hard [sic]."
Followers have been left heartbroken by the posts, and in the comments, one person wrote: "Can’t believe you’re gone. You were always present, silly, fun loving, bubbly and a light to be around. RIP Emman."
While another said: "This is all just a dream. I will miss you so much."
And a third added: "She was so pure... I'm so sorry."
Emman was the daughter of Filipino TV presenter and weatherman, Kim and his wife, entrepreneur Felicia Hung. Her grandfather was former Manila mayor Lito Atienza.
Medical records from Los Angeles County say Emman died at an LA home on Wednesday, October 23.
She had moved to the city in August, reports the GMA Network.