The hurt inflicted by the most shocking and most talked-about breakup in local showbiz in recent memory, transcends past the borders of the so-called ‘KathNiel’ world, to which zealous fans are now saying goodbye.
“We live in a KathNiel world…for the last time” says the posts of many hurt fans, who this early, are packing their bags to leave the world they previously believed would be their permanent home—at least, in the chaotic universe, that is showbiz.
It is time to go. That’s true for many fans who probably have already taken sides, despite Bernardo’s plea for them to not pick sides. And though many continue to hold on and keep the faith of a possible reconnection, it is probably more painful to stay, don’t you think? There goes 11 years of fangirling or fanboying, and as painful as it maybe, one surely can’t afford to lose themselves to hope.
“no more “we live in a kathniel world” this coming abs-cbn christmas special 
, ” realized @ewawaiin, a sentiment echoed by many other KathNiels—or ex-KathNiels, for that matter
https://twitter.com/ewawawiin/status/1730197635490066793?t=teKuDWuZlinS2KfC8lgXMw&s=19
“For the last time, WE LIVE IN A KATHNIEL world” posted amethyst on X, saying her goodbye.
for the last, WE LIVE IN A KATHNIEL WORLD pic.twitter.com/zPKudKih8g
— amethyst (@_jsmnlsr) November 30, 2023
Solidarity is not dead within the fandom, which is why @KaDreamersWorld boldly stepped up to remind each fan to reach out and check in on each other, especially that the breakup is one bitter pill to swallow.
Hello KathNiels,
We know that all of you are in a dark place right now. We are too. But nonetheless, we would like to thank you for staying with us.
This is not the end for us. We are still a family. Reach out to your fellow KN friends if you need someone to talk to.
We will…
— KathNiel KaDreamers (@KaDreamersWorld) December 1, 2023
Those who grew up along the loveteam, go back to where it began and remember how sweet an adventure it has been, taking the ex-couple as an inspiration. That’s true for @yonalynmay who remained grateful for KathNiel, until the end.
Thank you for 11 years of being there in my teenage years. Ang sakit pa din. Ayaw mag sink in sa akin na break na kayo @imdanielpadilla @bernardokath
WE LIVE IN A KATHNIEL WORLD NO MATTER WHATpic.twitter.com/NsJyzWZbuQ
— bnny (@yonalynmay) December 2, 2023
Kristel can’t help but take note of the pain the comes alongside saying the phrase, that once brought joy to the fans. “This phrase now hits different, ” she said in a post on X.
"WE LIVE IN A KATHNIEL WORLD" this phrase has now a different meaning and really hard to say it. But still you guys make our childhood better and beautiful, you allow us to feel kilig and happy. Thank you for everything Kathryn and Daniel
— Kristel Dominguez (@krstldominguez) November 30, 2023
Despite the hurt, the room to keep being grateful for the friendships and beautiful memories made, remain big for everyone. “I met the most amazing people in the world, ” said Alexi, who is forever grateful for all the friends she made within the community.
https://twitter.com/alexilovsu/status/1730348909250417136?t=VJa9svW6zAxWKrWSN19THw&s=19
It’s amazing how such a breakup is getting everybody talking across social media, and many other platforms. But what makes this surprising yet heartbreaking moment in local showbiz’s history, is how it has been able to transform lives and move people to becoming grateful no matter what.
That’s probably the most beautiful legacy this team up, has ever left.
