I Flew To Philippines To Surprise My Former Helper After 26 Years! | On The Red Dot - Finding Auntie

[@JohnathanChuaa]

Hello everyone! Thanks for sharing this moment with me. Just wanted to share that she is now financially cared for. Thanks for offering to donate.

[@raphaelrodriguez4904]

@JohnathanChuaa thank you Jonathan! God bless you 🙏

[@jerryentero9024]

Thank you so much sir John. I see your family genuine love for Auntie Zen. GOD bless you and your family. 🙌

[@Xhin229]

Thank you, Johnathan and family! Wishing you all, and auntie Zen, a good healthy life!

[@seanchen9265]

Was worry about that throughout the video till i saw this msg

[@ofwmommy8811]

thank u very much for the love and care with our fellow Filipino. i am also a helper here in Macau since 2012 up to present

[@lugscogs5976]

She has a piece of you Jonathan in the form of your "smelly pillow" that she managed to keep safe despite having house destroyed by typhoons twice. That is how much you mean to her. That is love. I am so touched! 😢

[@lexgetiton]

Yes. I agree with this. The region where Auntie Zen lives is strucked by strong typhoons almost every year. To keep the "smelly pillow" with her all these years means a lot.

[@rosswithers9085]

Yes, shame he didn't give anything back except go there and make a video that was self indulgent and will make him money. Hoping the old girl is okay still working at her age. The money his mother spent on the shitty framed photo of herself would have served this woman living in abject poverty much better.

[@lugscogs5976]

@@rosswithers9085 Jonathan commented here and says that her Auntie is being taken cared of financially.

[@lexgetiton]

@ On the negative I also considered this thought. I’m just thinking maybe off-cam they have given something because if not they are not any different to other “pinoy baiting channels” as you can see there there channel’s recent uploads are of the same theme.

[@Judy-uq8bw]

​@rosswithers9085 you probably haven't read what Jonathan said...d0nt be judgemental by just watching the vide0 and commenting 0ffensive words.

[@IsabellaAguilar-tw9je]

When he let you bring his pillow thing, you know he really loves you. When you show that you still have the pillow, it made me cry.

[@sbtopjosh4098]

And she kept it after ALL THESE YEARS! Amazing

[@minlim8744]

Chou Chou for life

[@matt9445]

My helper has worked for me since I was 10.. till I was 24 before we didn’t need her anymore. she went on to work for another employer. Last year she was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. she did her operation in singapore. With insurance money. However, reality is the treatments had to be continued back in Philippines due to the medical cost in Sg as a foreigner. Has been really sad she gave her good years to work here in sgp. We benefited and ofcouse her family back in Philippines benefited from her money. Till now we are occasionally helping and supporting here in Philippines financially.

[@peacenowar6920]

Helper meet good family is a blessing ❤

[@glendadelossantos3448]

wow godbless maam to continue to helped her hope she get well soon🙏

[@pinoym371]

She indeed found a golden hearts family. Thank you for being kind to your nanny.

[@rosswithers9085]

Good on you for supporting her financially, it would no doubt be a huge help for she and her family.

[@leongyet9896]

Well done. Good on your family❤

[@mividanadzie]

Thanks, CNA for the honor and deep appreciation of Filipino domestic helpers in Singapore! Love watching this series. ❤

[@annew5380]

i cried so much. Auntie Zen's sacrifice for her family, how she has aged, how she holds this family close to her heart... so precious. CNA Insider has really good content!

[@rosalieancheta3659]

You made me cry!😭 But so glad for their reunion. Such a kind and humble family.

[@Leganite]

Nikki is crying in the back. Johnathan cried harder after seeing the pillow case. Those tears are tears of relief. I can feel that they had been wishing to see her for a long time. Then the video call with the entire family? I felt their genuine love for Auntie Zen.

[@gladdiegie]

Thank you Chua Family for loving Auntie Zen. Visiting her in the Philippines is very precious. Every Filipino felt the warmth of your heart.

[@fundoyl6536]

It’s a testament how good In general are these Filipino heroes who helped families. These kids realized how lucky they were that good Filipino women who acted as second parent have helped shaped their values too!

[@moki7027]

i think the recognition must give to the both side. The Employee and to the employer. They've been good for both of them.

[@PinoyAbnoy]

lets not also forget capitalism/poverty thats why theres so many filipino are forced to work overseas

[@34tm3gaming3]

Every Filipina Auntie is very important. They teach future generations to be kind and loving like Filipinos do. ❤

[@JG-li4go]

I shed tears on the "smelly pillow" part. And she KEPT IT FOR 26 LONG YEARS.

[@RCAeconomist]

Kudos to all the Filipinos giving their productive years in foreign lands! Without you and your sacrifices, this country would not be where it is right now. You truly are heroes!!! To the Chua Family of Singapore, thank you for your heart and love for Auntie Zen. Your connection is true and divine…. ❤️😁👍🏼

[@seanchia3439]

Of all the 3 episodes, this is the most intense emotional episode I ever watched.

[@melodytan5603]

Same!!!! :') i kept crying through out this episode

[@janvincent2048]

Agree.

[@SymmetrixResearch]

I really cried in this episode... love transcends culture specially if you have spent years of sacrifice for your family to have a good future while staying with a loving family employer..

[@DutchyoonjiKimchi]

Same

[@TeacherEric173]

I would like to extend my gratitude to Nikki, Johnathan, and the rest of your family for looking after her while she was working with you. Your visit was truly unforgettable, and it means a lot to her that you still think of her and took the time to visit. Your family exemplifies the importance of treating household help as part of the family. I hope that many others can be inspired by your example, and that you will continue to pass on this sense of kindness to those who work for you in the future. May your family be blessed by God.

[@rosswithers9085]

God bless them and fingers crossed they consider sending some cash to her so she can see a doctor.

[@airesh7246]

One in a million employer can have precious heart appreciating there helper... thank you for not forgetting your auntie

[@patternsandrhythms]

Aww the love there. Many typhoons pass on the area and she still was able to save your "smelly pillowcase". It could have been easily flashed in the floods but nope. She really value you ❤

[@joeyalbertcunanan2422]

Sometimes we need to stop and take a pause with our busy lives. And watch this kind of documentaries , showing love and kindness. We live in a cruel world but this kimd of tv we should watch more in order for us to realize how beautiful love is❤

[@mercycorrales6005]

Thank you CNA for these heartwarming stories. I was an expatriate Filipino executive who had the chance to meet these women working in the countries where we lived. They had a single minded goal to provide a better life for their families so I always thought of them as the country’s (Phil) unsung heroes though I wished it did not have to be this way. At Christmas we hosted get togethers for those who could not go home. It broke my heart to hear their stories , of their longing for home, of how much they miss their families especially their young children. But it warmed my heart when they speak of employers who treated them with respect, decency and kindness, who treated them like family. So thank you for featuring these wonderful families and the children who have not forgotten their ‘aunties’.

[@ErlindaLumanglas-q7r]

It's nice to see the Chua family for having a good heart to make an effort to see Auntie Zen..The love flows for all of them. The children was raised with compassion..I salute the parents who let their children love the nanny

[@kamaainabackroads]

wow. every vlogger on YT should watch this and learn about production value, story-telling, scripting and editing. You’re a master class - bravo. Beyond that, I was bawling at the moment you first hugged Auntie. It is beautiful to watch something from a blogger that isn’t just about the egomaniac creating it. You’re refreshing

[@WarayVan]

You have a point but CNA is a media giant, not a vlogger.

[@Vachalen]

First time watching CNA? Their production value is very high. I love all their videos, probably cos they hit home all the time. 💯

[@fredboado-p5y]

This is the best segment and show of CNA! Giving importance and appreciation for the sacrifices of Foreign helpers in Singapore. My sister is currently a DH in SG for more than 15 years now. I do remember when she left PH , his son is only 5 years old, carrying him in the airport to say goodbye to my sister. Tears drop in my sisters eye. My mom starts to cry and me too during that day😢. But we need to be strong so that my sister can give a better future for his son . Shes so brave to her decision, despite of being a single mom. She always remember the future of his son,, so proud of her!

[@hyoo-guhxipe82]

My goodness, this is the second video I have seen featuring a Singaporean looking for her or their Filipina nanny. Both videos have been real tearjerkers. I could not hold back my tears as they reunite with someone whom they have considered as part of their family. Kudos to these Singaporean Kids and to the Filipino Nannies who have made the Philippines proud with their unbridled devotion to their job!

[@radscan1128]

So nice of you Jonathan,Nikki,Allison and Chua Family..to remember your former helper…May God bless you always…❤❤❤

[@mischa6688]

I love this series of yours CNA. Thank you for shedding light about Filipino domestic helpers’ sacrifice to have a better life and the love they receive from these wonderful families. Been crying happy tears from the first episode.

[@rogertribe5981]

The people in the Philippines are the most happy and welcoming people i have ever met.

[@UsapUsapUniversity]

Respeto sa ating mga OFW na nagrepresenta ng ating bansa nang mabuti. Saludo at salamatpo sa inyo. Salamat din po, CNA Insisder!🇸🇬🇵🇭

[@c.bartonico1749]

God bless you Singaporeans❤

[@rubsbrielle1864]

What a beautiful family! Auntie Zen is so lucky to have such a wonderful employer.

[@3DCONTAINERDRIVE]

both of you are both good children that's why Auntie Zen loves you..

[@caitlinng8406]

I'm crying so hard omg The producer did such a great job of capturing this amazing story!!

[@MjYosh]

Idk why i keep watching these Finding Auntie segments in the early mornings before work 😢😢 but it’s so heartwarming ❤❤

[@tjm0112]

I missed my former helper as well , her name is Stacy. I remember she used to sing country road when I was young, now I realised that she misses home very much. I’m happy that she’s back with her family, take care Aunty Stacy ! I will never forget you !

[@Hejdhehehuejeu]

Finding Auntie is such a heart-warming show. It shows how genuine connection brings out the beauty in people- our capability to love and care for other people and treat them as family. ❤

[@alicegumangan7245]

The first two episodes that i have watched didn’t make me cry much,but with these episode i feel the bond and closeness is so strong that is why i cried so much and with the pillow of Jhunjun superb.He is such a thoughtful and sweet boy then to give up his precious baby pillow,with every family who adapt us when we need works and treats us like a family,thank you all so much for everything thank God for this beautiful country to allowed us to work with security,God bless Singapore my 2nd home Since 1994 and I’m about to sign off with happy,contented and grateful heart.

[@cammy2nguyen]

I bursted in tears she she saw Johnathan again for the first time after 26 yrs. The soft tremble in her voice tugged my heart

[@desireeactionz]

A very heartwarming and touching episode.The first face-to-face meeting after 26 years and the teary video call with the family, all these really showed how much both Aunty Zen and the Chua family value their relationship and treasured their time together. Thank you CNA Insider for the great content!

[@alejomikel1]

Teary eyed 🥹 the chua family their never forget auntie zen, they treasured the relationship their built with auntie zen. ❤️🇵🇭

[@mgfd932]

When you plant love, you will also harvest love. These are very nice to see

[@jash4fun364]

The fact that your family cried upon seeing auntie zen means you really treated her as one of your family member who's been away from you for so long.. Thank you for your genuine concern to auntie zen. May you all continue to be part of each others lives. godbless you all.

[@gladysbaguio5079]

What an amazing story. Crying early in the morning. Thank you Jonathan and Nikki and the rest of your family for your love to Auntie Zen.

[@bethjose2116]

Me too crying while drinking coffee😢 tears of joy❤

[@mindful47]

Yah I also cried in the morning watching this haha

[@space5776]

Just beautiful ❤. Well done . Whoever suggested to do these documentaries…you have a heart ❤️. Our helpers are our guardian angels ❤. My dad has a nanny fr China. She remained with our family until she passed away age 101. She was a widow with no kids. So she had no reason to go back to China.

[@grapesz1085]

I cried when I watched this video especially the moment Auntie Zen saw Jonathan and later when she recognized Nikki. It was very emotional. It is a surprised that Auntie Zen still keep the small pillow that Jonathan was using when he was a kid. It just shows that she treasured this Singaporean family for a long time. It became more emotional when the Singaporean family chat together online with auntie Zen. Couldn't hold my tears.

[@reyian.]

Kudos to this channel for having this show. You’re not only showing the sacrifices and how good-natured overseas filipino workers are. You’re also showing how kind their employers are, treating the aunties like their own family. We want to see and know more finding-auntie stories, cos it inspires a lot. More power to this channel.

[@pauldela3767]

This is such a heart warming story. 🥺 If I could go back in time, I would love to spend a day again to my Nanny but unfornately, I know she is now happy in heaven. Watching the whole episode I am crying😢 😅

[@gracesantos8720]

Thank you CNA for having this brilliant show for the unsung heroes in Philippines. I was overwhelmed watching the past episodes eventhough Im not the auntie. And to the families here in Singapore who are reaching and making effort to see their auntie before,God bless you. May this program continue to create more stories like this. Kudos to the producer and to all the crew.

[@nadeanees9913]

Such an inspiring story,Jonathan and his entire family are so nice,they treated auntie Zen like a real family 😊

[@thinkpadx60]

Hope her medical issue is not serious. I hope the team helped to take her to a doctor and get treatment

[@carol.t]

I can't stop crying... Aw.... Too touching story. Kudos to the team hard work and finally aunty Zen get united with the family she took care since 1993.

[@maemagtulisvlogs5908]

Heartache to watch

[@anacielo-dieroff4491]

Thank you for being so nice with your auntie Zen. God bless you and your whole family. It’s always nice to see the positive outcome, the caring employers and the family to my fellow OFW (former). Before all I heard is the negative( employers abusing their helpers). SO nice that still does exist the good employer. We all die and things that we have on earth is not permanent and we cannot take it with us when we leave the earth. Be kind and nice to your helper. Just remember that there is a reason why they are there for you and the reason that they accepted that job. Kudos to the employers whose heart is big, considerate, respectful, and kind.

[@parpar8375]

Thank u for appreciated Filipino helpers Especially this CNA features lots of Filipino overseas

[@Xhin229]

What a heartwarming reunion! Thank you for sharing such precious memories to us. It's so nice to see good people get reunited again. More than 2 decades is a long time but it was never too late to look for auntie again! I'm so happy for ya'll!

[@macauvoice]

THANK YOU CNA FOR THIS MOVING STORY!!!! MORE PLEASE!!! GOD BLES US ALWAYS !!!!

[@ring0628-rfo]

Been watching your videos for awhle, thanks for appreciating Filipino helpers.

[@nonette46]

This is so sweet of you connecting back with your Nanny. Overwelming joy, you made me cry.

[@ExistentialExperienceMusic]

This video is so touching, it's impossible not to tear up! The love and gratitude shown by Jonathan and Nikki towards Auntie Zen is truly heartwarming. It's a beautiful reminder of the deep connections formed between families and their helpers. God bless Auntie Zen and the Chua family for this reunion. 💖

[@allanperalta7984]

This made me cry. Thank you @JohnathanChuaa for sharing your family and her story, both share good memories and I liked how she likened Johnathan much to the point of keeping that "smelly pillow" with her despite all the storms and life struggles she had over the years.

[@helloimhes]

didnt expect to find myself crying so much at 3am to this video. very heartwarming :') hope auntie zen managed to get the medical attention she needs and so thankful to know your family will be intending to care for her in her old age. it would be amazing if you could invite auntie zen to sg for a trip to see the changes, all of your current homes and new members of the family etc. itll definitely mean a lot.

[@Swee889]

This is so heartwarming. When John n Nikki appeared infront of aunty Zen and the video call between the family and aunty Zen, i am so touched. God bless you all.

[@myrnab.mendoza2191]

Thank God for such a loving family to their helper and treated her as part of their family. ❤ God bless Chua family 🙏 very precious moments 😍 this made me missed the family I worked for almost 8 years back there in Singapore too. 😔 Shout out Loh family 🥰🤗

[@ZattaBoy]

I love these videos of surprising their childhood Aunties. Especially on Christmastime.

[@MayumiP2288]

Omg. This made me cry so much. A family of such beautiful souls. Grateful and radiating of so much positivity.

[@shuhuil87]

It's so heart warming to see such moments. 😊 I teared along the moment you and your sister saw Auntie Zen after so many years and the moment your family video call with Auntie Zen.😭 So glad she is financially cared for, bless her family and to yours too. ❤

[@ludycortes3322]

I am again in tears. Hope my Wards in Hong Kong will also look for me in the Philippines. So lucky to have Employers who treated you as one part of their family. Thank you all.

[@patriciamontojo28]

Cant stop crying watching this! 😢😢😢 Especially when they had videochat with their mum? Omg 😭😭😭 Aunty Zeny really has a a good heart! You can see it.❤❤❤

[@antzdelmundo9115]

My God this video makes me cry the whole time while im watching. I can feel the sincere love of Auntie to the kids most especially her favorite whiuch is Jonathan. For 27 years she didn't forget you guys. This is a genuine love. Im still crying right now even if the video ended. God Bless you more to Jonathans Family! And to Auntie stay healthy and safe always.

[@sunchildtine]

of course John is from The Daily Ketchup but this show got me teary-eyed. Emotional reunion. Bless Auntie Zen, she is so lovable.

[@michaeldelacruz1098]

The moment you say I love you to Auntie, it melts my heart. You and your family Jonathan are so kind. God bless you, brother.

[@romilahernandez8083]

What can I say but cry?No sobbing and yet laughing for happiness Thanking these family, who could not sob 😭 Wowwwwww so so heartwarming ❤️❤️❤️ … The precious moments is when she ask about Nikki but she’s been with them for how many minutes 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 and of course when she saw Jonathan 😍😍😍 I was like hahahahaha she love Jonathan more 🤣🤣🤣 … God Bless Everyone 🙏🙏 and Thank You Is Not Enough Words For Caring and Loving Our Kababayan And Showing Her That She’s Important and Remember Always 🙏🙏🥰😍❤️

[@TheStreetFerret-bn6qq]

Very touching! It is very clear Jonathan is Auntie Zen's favourite!! After so many years, she immediately recognised him. She even kept the "smelly pillow"!!

[@rosalieancheta3659]

So amazing,,made me cried. Great job auntie for showing love and compassion to these kids before now grown ups.They are so kind hearted and humble too.Jonathan so sweet😊

[@efrenurbano8151]

Jonathan and Nikki, you're the best guys. You made me cry the whole time watching you.

[@sernhoyazedofficial2568]

i can't help but cry.. how lucky to have a nanny took care of the whole family.. thank you so much John, Nikki and the whole family for remembering nanay Zen... God bless and more blessings!!! from Philippines with love 😃🥰

[@paepaes7714]

Omgg it is impossible to watch this in public without tearing 😭. Thank you CNA and John for sharing this emotional journey with us.

[@atomongolian20011]

Heart wrming reunion indeed... God bless to your family Jonathan.. you have a very good heart and your family..

[@paulchan8773]

Very proud of what the Chua family did!Can feel the love between the Chua family and Auntie Zen.God bless them all especially Jonathan who really loves Auntie Zen.

[@Serious-Shenanigans]

I always feel bad that so many of my countrymen have to leave their young children behind to work abroad. And we can only pray that they are treated well in their workplaces. Thank you for treating her like family when she was under your employ. May God bless your family and Aunty's as well.

[@jcflores8386]

Im crying 😭 Godbless you man for respecting this old filipina ❤🥹

[@elviradaguro6632]

I cried first time ive watch this vlog❤,As an OFW family in 24, Yrs In Dubai, & now Still working with Omani famiy for 12 yrs, All of their 3 kids they grow with me, THUMPS.UP to You SIR& Madam,😊

[@cresusfaigmani718]

I couldn't stop my tears to fall. A very nice family from Singapore. Thanks

[@liliavanlandingham5648]

Thank you so much for surprising your auntie who take good care of you that's nice of you. I am a former OFW for 18 years My employers are very nice to me too they treat me like their own family. I am amaze for your kindness for you and your Sis. Bless your and you family God Bless

[@mindful47]

When I saw auntie 's white hair,I suddenly have this realisation that our young helpers will one day grow old and weak as well , and it is so heartbreaking. Usually all the helpers we have are a strength of support in our family , and especially when they're still young and strong, so it is really so upsetting to see your auntie zen growing old already. I cried so much watching this. And how important you are for her to hang your little bolster in the house for 2 decades ! And how she pinches your nose and ears like you were still a kid , so sweet and funny at the same time. 😅 😊

[@bridgetbourdon5234]

I am very touched, thanks for sharing..especially the part where she kept Johnathan smelly pillow till now. 😊

[@Filanness]

Thank you for loving your Aunty as they were never just a worker for your family she gave a piece of her life. She will always be part of your youth and molding you as an adult. ❤🎉

[@JoyfulCecile]

😥😥😥 This is so heartwarming to watch. So happy Jonathan and Nikki took the trip to see Auntie Zen. ❤

[@___Tteokbokki___83]

Did she call her "Ate Nikki?" Again, another great episode from CNA Insider. These touching reunions are always making us cry. Happy to know that there are families out there who never forget about their helpers like Auntie Zen. ❤❤❤

[@marmon2211]

I cried a lot while watching this Omg i watched this 3 times already this family really treat their auntie like a family GOD BLESS TO THE CHUA FAMILY

[@maritessherrera7245]

So touching, i cried many times. Despite the long years of separation but their closeness and memories- they kept close to their hearts!

[@iamberry107]

OMG! why i'm also crying 😭 so touched by your story. I've noticed Jonathan and Auntie Zen have the same eyes.❤

[@kty00]

5 years seemed to be so short, and you guys haven't seen each other for nearly 30 years. but all these emotions? clearly show how much of an impact you all made in each others lives. the "smelly pillow" is the highlight of it all.

[@honeycordova5785]

this is one of the best episodes ever. so real. so genuine.

[@Leny-q7b]

Bless you two for remembering your auntie your both have a good heart

[@catherinepolea1526]

Woow ,my eyes teary .not all employer can appreciate to their worker and also can't treat you like family..nanay she lucky have this types of employer she never forget and also the can appreciate nanay how the they taking care of them ...❤

[@Dom81663]

what i respect about both of you is you never act like you from the town singapore you act like u all normal for this situations stay at village… no sombong2 and i proud for both of you❤❤❤

[@NicoleJas143]

Wow. How i wish all employers are like them very kind, with good heart . More blessings to you. Teary eyes watching this

[@duday4755]

TIME IS SO SHORT.... ITS NICE FOR HER TO FEEL THAT SHE IS BEING ACKNOWLEDGED..... AFTER ALL THESE YEARS❤❤❤❤

[@EhroldeManzo]

This is awesome. Thank you for being very good to her when she was in Singapore. Good employers are a gift and blessing to our domestic helpers who have to be away from their families to take care of others.

[@jesssi9012]

I finished the whole packet of tissue! 😭😭😭 from the beginning until on the last video. You can see how they really missed and love each other despite of 26 years of no communication. Thank you CNA for doing this documentary. God bless to Chua family and prayers for auntie Zen health. 😊

[@beautifulhand-mr4kw]

im crying everytime i see this kind of video i remember my boy i took care for 13 yrs.im dying when i left him and 1 month crying sometimes i go to his school just to see him ..i hope he will do the same like this very touching video God Bless to this vlogger u hv a good heart

[@rosariolarion9319]

What a very sentimental and heartfelt story. For a change, this is an inspiring story how these children grew up and recognized the help and love given by their nanny/au pair. Very humbling and good kids they are so caring and still you can feel their care and love for her. Thank you Nikki and Jonathan , you turned out really good and great humans. God bless you all. I took good care of two children, a boy and a girl. Remembering, reminiscing --those were the days. ❤

[@cuyoslorna9663]

while im watching tears rolling from my eyes!so touching story..😢😢😢❤❤❤❤

[@daisylwcm2004]

Thank u mediacorp for stories like this😢😢😢