Several artists are facing controversies now after their private conversations were published on social media without their consent.

This time, Kapamilya actress Kathryn Bernardo became the latest topic of the netizens after several screenshots taken on a group chat was uploaded.

According to the source, the discussion happened before the breakup between Kathryn and her ex-boyfriend, Daniel Padilla.

In the first screenshot, a certain ‘Kath’ uploaded a video of Andrea Brillantes’ friend, Bea Borres, where Daniel could be spotted.

“Kata naman pala dik makareply whole day nung FIBA,” Kath wrote.

The second screenshot showed Kath calling the woman as the ‘snake’s best friend.’

‘Kath’ could also be seen declaring that she was single already.

Leaked convo of Kathryn's group chat about Andrea/Blythe and Daniel cheating issue.
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Netizens expressed concern about why the conversation was uploaded on social media.

“Sino namang ahas din ang nagpicture ng private convo ni kath and friends niya???? Daaaaamn. May ahas sa barkada,” a netizen said.

“From the words of Kathryn, ang hirap makahanap ng genuine sa industry niya,” another netizen commented.

It can be recalled that Andrea was rumored to be the reason for the breakup between Kathryn and Daniel.

However, not all parties involved could confirm the reason why the long-time couple decided to end their relationship.

Aside from Kathryn, another Kapamilya actress, Maris Racal, faced controversy after her conversation with Anthony Jennings was uploaded on the internet.

Kapamilya Actress Maris Racal’s statement on December 6, 2024, went viral on social media after she finally ended her silence on her leaked conversation with Anthony Jennings.

Maris said during her appearance that she was unaware that Anthony was still in a relationship when she started talking intimately to him.

“So I was confident to act a certain way around him on the set. Because in the eyes of the people there, we were both single, I would ask him. God knows I asked him, ‘Nagkabalikan ba kayo?’ He said ‘no.’ ‘Do you still love her?’ He said ‘no.’ He would say things na ako ang gusto niya and all,” said Maris.

However, netizens raised doubts about Maris’s claims, saying that the leaked conversation contradicted what the actress said.

Even Boy Abunda was not convinced by Maris’ statement.

Meanwhile, netizens also noticed that Maris was reading a paper while addressing the public, making them speculate that someone else crafted her statement.

But Maris’ fans defended the actress, saying that anyone in the entertainment industry knew that a statement must be prepared by talents beforehand when trying to address their issues.

As of writing, Maris has yet to respond about whether she was reading a script during her public appearance.

Eat Bulaga host Jose Manalo surprised the public on December 2, 2024, after finally confirming his relationship with EB Babes member Mergene Maranan.

Aside from confirming his relationship with Mergene, Jose also proposed to Mergene as part of his plans to marry her.

The private event happened at a resort, where the EB Babe members thought that they would only have a vacation together.

The video published by Mergene showed Jose singing “Ikaw” by Yeng Constantino together with a guitarist and Saxophonist.

Jose then brought Mergene to the pool area, where a neon sign with the words ‘Will You Marry Me’ could be seen.

“Ano ‘yan? Totoo ba ‘yan?” asked Mergene. “Weh? Totoo ba ‘yon? Hala nahihiya ako,”

The comedian then got down on one knee and presented his engagement ring to Mergene.

Mergene didn’t hesitate to accept her boyfriend’s proposal.

“The easiest YES I’ve ever said,” Mergene wrote.

“It’s you. It’s always been you,” she added.

 

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It can be recalled that Jose and Mergene had already been rumored to have been in a relationship for many years.

The two met in Eat Bulaga many years ago.

ABS-CBN Star Magic legal counsel Atty. Joji V. Alonso believed that Anthony Jenning’s ex-girlfriend, Jam Villanueva, may face charges for uploading the private conversation of his former partner.

It can be recalled that Jam uploaded several screenshots showing Anthony’s romantic conversation with his co-actress, Maris Racal.

In his post, the lawyer said that even if the acts of Maris and Anthony may be considered morally wrong, both artists didn’t do anything illegal.

However, Atty. Villanueva believed that Jam committed illegal acts by posting screenshots of the conversation without any consent from both Maris and Anthony.

“Assuming that all the screenshots are legit, the fact remains that Maris and Anthony have committed NO crime. Their actions may be regarded as morally wrong, but they were never married to their respective partners,” said Villanueva.

“Jamela on the other hand, may have committed at least two illegal acts with her actions – cyber libel and violation of data privacy. She cannot hide her actions under the guise of “moving on.” Yes, she may have experienced pain and betrayal, but this does not give her the license to violate the law,” she added.

It can be recalled that several legal experts already warned Jam and other netizens from posting private conversations.

Kapamilya actress Maris Racal’s glam team also shared the ‘truth’ they knew after their client was tremendously criticized on social media for her conversation with actor Anthony Jennings.

In their Instagram post, makeup artist Jay Salcedo insisted that they didn’t know that Anthony was still in a relationship when he started talking romantically to Maris.

“We were just as clueless as everybody else. He’s single. Yun ang chika to everyone,” Jay said.

Meanwhile, Adrianne, also supported the claim made by Anthony.

“Ang detalye ng panloloko at pangangaliwa, nalaman lang namin kasabay ng publiko. We had no knowledge, no consent, or have condone to any wrong doing… and it is our truth,” he stated.

“I emphasize and stand with all women who have gone through any form of gaslighting, cheating, and infidelity. That is something I have never enabled, and will never approve of,” he added.

It can be recalled that Anthony admitted his wrongdoings, but never mentioned if Maris was aware that he was still in a relationship when they started talking.

Meanwhile, Maris also admitted that she was not aware with Anthony’s status.

Anthony Jennings ended his silence after his conversation with actress Maris Racal was published on social media.

In a short statement, Anthony apologized for his actions, but refused to elaborate why he decided to talk to Maris despite him having a relationship with his non-showbiz girlfriend, Jam Villanueva.

“Sa lahat ho ng mga nangyari noong nakaraang araw, sa lahat ho ng nasaktan ko, especially po si Maris saka si Jam, humihingi ho ako ng tawad sa dalawang babae,” said Anthony.

Meanwhile, netizens were curious why Anthony was only given a very short time in his statement while Maris was given a longer time to explain herself.

Anthony was facing several issues after Jam published his conversation with Maris on social media.

The actor was reportedly at risk of losing his endorsements and future projects because of the incident.

Meanwhile, Jam have yet to give her response on the statement made by Maris and Anthony.

Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings were facing the effects of the revelation made by the latter’s ex-girlfriend, Jam Villanueva.

It can be recalled that Jam released several screenshots showing the conversation between her ex-boyfriend and Maris.

Maris and Anthony were reportedly advised to stop appearing at any public events for now, which included the press conference of some of their projects.

Aside from being bombarded by bad publicity, both Maris and Anthony were in danger of losing their endorsements.

Just recently, Dazzle Me, a beauty brand, announced that they’re already distancing themselves from Maris.

“At Dazzle Me, we have always been about inclusivity, authenticity, and making the right choices even when they’re tough or uncomfortable. These values are at the heart of the brand and in everything we do,” the brand statement read.

There were also reports that Anthony was supposed to start taping a commercial for a food brand, which was cancelled because of the issue.

Meanwhile, lawyers have already warned Jam that her decision to post a private conversation with her ex-boyfriend may bite her back.

They cited that Jam’s actions were against the Data Privacy Act, and the love team has the right to file charges after losing endorsements.

Kapamilya actor Anthony Jennings insisted that he had no romantic relationship with his colleague, Maris Racal.

He made the said statement after he confirmed that he already ended his relationship with his non-showbiz girlfriend, Jam Villanueva.

Anthony was hoping that people would stop creating issues about him and Maris.

“Magkaibigan lang kami [ni Maris]. Sana matigil na [ang mga] issues,” said Anthony.

“Hiwalay na kami. Months ago na kami hiwalay ni Jam. Personal issues namin. Si Jamela, hindi siya artista. I keep private personal,” he added.

Anthony also urged the netizens to stop talking about Jam, saying that she was a private person.

“Request ko lang ‘wag na gulihin [‘yung] tao, di siya artista. Pribado [ang] buhay niya. And ako [ang] may pagkukulang. Problema ko ‘yun at dapat kong ayusin mag-isa,” he stated.

However, Anthony was quickly debunked by his ex-girlfriend after the latter uploaded several screenshots of the actor’s conversation with Maris.

The conversation showed how Maris and Anthony met outside their work time.

There were hints that the two stayed together in private places, including Maris’ house.

As of writing, Anthony and Maris have yet to give any response to the revelation made by Jam against them.

Actress Maris Racal insisted that she had no relationship with her co-actor Anthony Jennings.

In an interview with the press, Maris said that Anthony had no involvement in her decision to end her relationship with Rico Blanco.

It can be recalled that Maris ended her 5-year relationship with Rico after realizing that she wanted to explore the world more.

“Anthony is out of the picture here. It’s just me and Rico. Mainly me, I’m the issue,” she said.

The interview went viral on social media after Anthony’s ex-girlfriend, Jam Villanueva, published several screenshots of the conversation between the actress and the actor.

The said photos showed how Maris interacted with Anthony even outside their work.

There were hints that Maris and Anthony were also dating, even if the latter was still in a relationship.

The issue being faced by Maris and Anthony was considered as career-ending by many netizens.

Showbiz Love Team Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings were facing a career disaster after their alleged affair was exposed by Jam Villanueva, the ex-girlfriend of the latter.

On December 3, 2024, Jam published several screenshots of some conversation between Anthony and Maris, which she documented while in a relationship with the actor.

“I just need to share the truth. There’s only so much silence a person can bear when rumors twist the truth. I’m sharing this because I need to set the record straight – not to create more drama, but because I deserve to be heard, just like anyone else,” said Jam.

A PR DISASTER

As Filipinos were not supportive of artists who had a history of cheating, Maris and Anthony’s projects were in danger of not being supported.

Some netizens have already expressed a boycott of all Maris and Anthony projects.

“Talaga palang manloloko Ang dalawang maglove team na Yan. Dapat di na tangkilikin ang mga produktong iniindorao nila. Di sila dapat pamarisan. Nakakasuka yang Anthony Jennings at Maris Racal na Yan,” netizen Johnwayne said.

“Maris is so insensitive wlang pki alam may nasasaktan syang babae at ka relasyun pa naman Ng taong nilalandi nya!!!” netizen Donna commented.

As of writing, Maris and Anthony have yet to give any response to the issue they were facing.