The entertainment industry is in mourning following the passing of Nora Aunor—National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts, and the country’s one and only “Superstar.” As news of her death broke, tributes from fellow artists and colleagues honored the legacy of a woman whose brilliance transcended screens and touched countless lives.

A loss that echoes across generations

Veteran actress Hilda Koronel, who shared the screen with Nora Aunor in some of Philippine cinema’s most iconic films, expressed her sorrow in a heartfelt social media post.

“I’m very saddened by Ate Guy’s passing. We were discussing a project with her just before I left for home with Direk Adolfo. My deepest condolences to her loved ones. Rest in peace now, Ate Guy. You are now home with our Lord. What a big loss to our industry… but you will never be forgotten.”

Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes paid a deeply personal tribute, recounting a quiet but profound moment he shared with Aunor while working on the GMA series Pari ’Koy.

“It’s not every day you get to share the screen with the Superstar… She sat beside me and stayed. No fanfare. No walls… She didn’t make me feel like I had to prove anything. She was generous with her presence—not just in the scene, but in that in-between space where actors wait and breathe.”“It’s that kind of grace that stays with you… the kind that reminds you why people like her are legends—not just because of the work, but because of how they carry the weight of it with humility.”

Uge’s gratitude

Actress and comedienne Eugene Domingo shared a touching black-and-white photo of herself embracing Aunor, writing simply:

“Ate, I will never ever forget you. Thank you. God bless you.”

A light in Philippine Cinema

Actress Cherry Pie Picache honored the late icon through her Instagram Story with a message that echoed many fans’ sentiments:

“Maraming salamat, Ate Guy. God’s perpetual light shine upon you.”

A humble National Artist

Beauty queen and actress Winwyn Marquez reflected on her time working with Aunor on three projects:

“A National Artist, but so humble, so kind… You always made sure everyone felt comfortable. Thank you for the life and passion you gave to Philippine TV and film. You’re truly one of a kind. We love you.”

A lifetiime of gratitude

Award-winning actress Gladys Reyes shared a moving tribute via Facebook:

“Habambuhay akong magpapasalamat sa maraming pagkakataon na nakasama, nakatrabaho at nainterview ko pa ang Superstar at National Artist, Ms. Nora Aunor. Palaging may ngiti, punumpuno ng pagpapakumbaba ang presensya niya sa kabila ng malaking ambag niya sa industriya. Paalam sa nag-iisang Ate Guy.”

Through their words, these celebrities remind us that the Superstar may be gone, but her light continues to shine through the lives she touched and the stories she helped bring to life.