Rovelyn Baterbonia has drawn another wave of criticism online after posting an emotional message about the death of her son, Rene “Bobet” Baterbonia, with some social media users accusing her of trying to remain in the spotlight.
Five months after Rene’s death, Rovelyn shared a post comparing the pain of losing a game to the grief of losing a child.
“Ang iba umiiyak dahil sa natalo sa laro paano pa kaya Ako na nawalan ng anak,” she wrote.
While some users expressed sympathy for the grieving mother, others questioned her continued presence in online discussions, suggesting that she was once again seeking public attention as conversations about Rene gradually lost traction.
Several commenters were particularly critical, with remarks including “Main character syndrome,” “Pa-relevant lagi to,” and “Kwent\[o\] mo na naman, laging bida sa lahat.”
Others made sarcastic comments about the attention she had received in recent months, while some suggested that the public’s focus had shifted to other viral personalities, including Pinoy Big Brother’s Gehlee Dangca and Jeo Ong.
Despite the criticism, a number of netizens defended Rovelyn, emphasizing that the loss of a child is deeply painful and that her grief should not be dismissed. One commenter also expressed hope that justice would be served for Rene.
Rene and fellow Ateneo student-athlete Divine Adili died on June 8, 2026, during an off-campus team-building activity in Dipaculao, Aurora.
The mixed reactions reflect the continuing controversy surrounding Rovelyn’s social media presence, as her posts remain a subject of debate among netizens. (By the Staff)
