Actor Nino Muhlach expressed his gratitude to the public for their support and kind words as he asked for prayers during a family crisis.

On Facebook on Aug. 2, Nino said his family had suffered so much because of evil acts done to his son Sandro.

"Our family has suffered so much because of the unspeakable and vile acts done to our son.

"We ask for your prayers to help us muster enough strength and courage to withstand the horror of re-living the dastardly acts of the perpetrators as we seek justice through our legal system.

"Thank you for all your support, kind words, and gracious gift of space. We truly appreciate it," the former child actor said.

Nino slammed the alleged sexual abuse committed against his son Sandro by two Kapuso independent contractors, Jojo Nones, and Richard Cruz, during the GMA Gala 2024 at the Marriott Hotel last month.

On Friday, it was reported that Nino and Sandro went to the National Bureau of Investigation to file a formal complaint against Nones and Cruz.

On Aug. 1, GMA Network said that it had received a formal complaint from Sandro against two Nones and Cruz.

The full statement:

"GMA Network has just received a formal complaint from Sparkle artist Sandro Muhlach against two GMA independent contractors, Jojo Nones, and Richard Cruz.

"Recognizing the seriousness of the alleged incident, GMA Network had already initiated its own investigation even before receiving the formal complaint.

"Respecting Sandro’s request for confidentiality, the investigating body will withhold all details of the formal investigation until its conclusion.

"The Network assures the public and all stakeholders of its commitment to conducting this investigation with the highest standards of fairness and impartiality."