Kim Atienza Death Hoax circulated online
Kim Atienza Death Hoax – The Kapuso slammed a post circulating on social media claiming that he died.
Social media indeed has its pros and cons. Among the negative things that can spread online are hate comments, bashing, fake news, and misinformation. Just recently, Kuya Kim became a victim of fake news.
A social media post claimed that the Kapuso host died. Kuya Kim shared this post on his Instagram page.
The post stated his complete name, his birthdate, and the fake date of his death.
“MARAMING SALAMAT
Alejandro “Kim” Iligan Atienza
January 24, 1967-June 3, 2024.”
He wrote the word “Hoax” on this. In the caption of his post, Kim Atienza wrote, “Nope, not today.”
In the comment section of Kuya Kim’s post, based on the article in Balita, his fellow celebrities sympathize with him. Kapuso actress-singer Rita Daniela said, “Sobrang badtrip ako sa account na yan kuya. Naka off comment tapos iyong account niya sa TikTok, artists na pinatay niya.”
A netizen suggested that he could sue the person who uploaded this fake news about him. “Couldn’t you sue those people, Mr. Kim? I mean, when can they be held liable and be punished?” a netizen commented.
Over the years, many celebrities have become victims of death hoaxes. Among the celebrities who fell victim to this were, Kapuso actress Carla Abellana, Queen of all Media Kris Aquino, Eat Bulaga host Vic Sotto, and even social media personality Madam Inutz.
Meanwhile, Kuya Kim Atienza is currently one of the hosts of the GMA morning variety show TiktoClock. Aside from this, he also has a segment on the Kapuso primetime news program 24 Oras. He has his Kuya Kim Ano na? segment. The veteran TV host is also part of the news and current affairs program Dapat Alam Mo!