Celebrity dermatologist Manny Calayan confirmed that he already parted ways with his former partner, Pia Calayan.
In an interview with ABS-CBN news, Dr. Manny said they separated in a civil manner in 2019 and even kept it very private.
According to him, they decided to separate to remain at peace.
“That was 2019. I think mga August ‘yun. Ayun, we separated ways. The kids are happier na we’re in this situation kesa lagi nag-aaway, merong misunderstanding,” he said.
The dermatologist also said they’re still in business partnerships, including with their popular clinic, Manny and Pie Calayan Clinic.
Dr. Manny said that the reason why they were separated was because he longed for freedom.
“May mga indifferences na rin kami. Kasi ‘di ba umalis si Dra. Pie for five years, nag-States. Then bumalik siya dito, parang nasanay ako sa pagka-binata ulit nung nawala siya. Then umuwi siya, hinahanap ko ulit ‘yung pagka-binata ko, then ayaw niya. Hindi kami magkaintindihan sa ganoon, I’m happier now. I hope she’s happy too,” he said.
As of writing, Pia has yet to respond to the admission made by her former husband.
Manny and Pie Calayan is one of the most popular derma clinics in the country, and it has been endorsed by different celebrities, like Boy Abunda, Iya Villania, Jennylyn Mercardo, and Pokwang.
They’re one of the top competitors of celebrity dermatologist Dra. Vicky Belo and even exchanged criticism after she made fun of Manny and Pie Calayan on national television.