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Several Cebuano celebrities like Kim Chiu and Vina Morales offer on-ground assistance and organize relief efforts for the earthquake victims
MANILA, Philippines – Following the magnitude 6.9 earthquake that struck Cebu on Tuesday night, September 30, residents in severely affected areas have been displaced from their homes, left without food and water, and are experiencing power outages.
In response, several celebrities and public figures have organized relief efforts and offered on-ground assistance to victims.
Actress Kim Chiu put taping on hold to personally buy relief goods for victims in her home province, particularly those in Bogo City and San Remigio, which were among the hardest hit.
In photos shared by ASAPOFFICIAL, she was seen buying construction materials and directly coordinating the distribution of relief goods.
Singer-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla donated food packs and bottled water at a provincial relief center in Cebu. In a Facebook post, the Cebu Province page wrote, “The actress’ donations show solidarity with the Cebuano people during difficult times and hardships.”
She also appealed for additional donations of food, water, and tents through her Instagram page.
Cebu-based TV personality Divine Lee, through her charity Courage Cebu, led relief operations for victims of the earthquake. With the help of Manila-based celebrities, they mobilized in-kind donations of food, water, and essential items.
Their operations covered the epicenter in Bogo as well as nearby towns Medellin and Daanbantayan.
Meanwhile, entrepreneur, engineer, and Cebu native Slater Young expressed his concern for fellow Cebuanos, assuring the public that his family is safe while offering prayers for those affected.
Lee also named Young as among the celebrities who assisted with cash and in-kind donations, as well as information drives.
Cebuano actress Vina Morales, who was born in Bogo, posted a heartfelt prayer on Instagram asking for protection, courage, and resilience for the victims.
“Lord, we pray for everyone affected by the earthquake in Cebu. Cover them with Your protection and embrace them with Your love. Strengthen their hearts in this time of trial and grant them courage, resilience and hope. I lift up my hometown, keep everyone safe and surround them with Your comfort and peace. Amen.”
According to Lee, Morales also offered to organize a fundraising show, inviting other celebrities to take part in the relief efforts.
After its gala night was cut short by the earthquake, the Miss Asia Pacific International organization shifted its focus toward relief efforts.
The candidates of the long-running international beauty pageant have since joined donation drives and relief operations, using their platforms to spread awareness.
“Pageantry is not only about celebrating grace, talent, and advocacy — it is also about embodying the true essence of service,” the organization wrote on Facebook.
Several other Cebuano celebrities also expressed concern over the calamity, including Shaina Magdayao, BINI’s Aiah Arceta, Janine Berdin, and Manilyn Reynes, who shared prayers and information on donation channels. – Alyana Fabella/Rappler.com
Alyana Fabella is a Rappler intern studying Bachelor of Arts in Communication at the Ateneo de Manila University.
