Dennis Padilla, ipinagtanggol ang kapatid na si Gene Padilla mula sa bashers

- Dennis Padilla defended his brother Gene Padilla after both faced online criticism over their posts about Claudia Barretto’s wedding

- Gene shared a calm message on Instagram offering love and prayers to bashers despite the negative comments

- Claudia’s father responded by asking critics to spare his brother and thanked Gene for showing support and understanding

- The controversy began after the Padilla brothers hinted at mistreatment during the wedding, which Claudia’s mother Marjorie Barretto has denied

Actor Dennis Padilla has come to the defense of his brother, comedian Gene Padilla, after both received online backlash for their emotional social media posts regarding the recent wedding of Dennis’s daughter, Claudia Barretto.

Gene had earlier posted a message on Instagram addressing the wave of negativity from netizens.

“It’s okay if you say hurtful things. You don’t know me, and I don’t know you — but I still choose to send you love, peace, and prayers for healing,” Gene wrote, maintaining a tone of calm and grace despite the criticism.

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In response, Dennis left a heartfelt comment on his brother’s post:

“Sa mga bashers… Please spare my brother… Itodo nyo na lang sa akin… God bless you more.”

He followed up with a message of appreciation, saying that Gene did nothing wrong with his posts:

“Dear Gene… Wala kang mali… Nagbigay ka lang ng suporta sa akin… Dahil naramdaman mo ako… Salamat.”

The controversy stems from the Padilla brothers’ earlier posts hinting at mistreatment or exclusion during Claudia’s wedding, which was attended by her mother, Marjorie Barretto. Marjorie, who was previously married to Dennis, has since denied the allegations, leading to a flurry of reactions from fans and followers on both sides.

As the issue continues to play out publicly, Dennis’s latest move underscores a brotherly bond and a plea for understanding amid personal and familial tensions.

Dennis Padilla, born Dennis Esteban Dominguez Baldivia on February 9, 1962, is a Filipino entertainer known for his work as a comedian and actor. He is the son of the late comedian Dencio Padilla. Over the years, he has been featured in numerous films and television series, showcasing his versatility as a performer. In his personal life, Dennis was married to actress Marjorie Barretto from 1995 until their annulment in 2009. The couple has three children: Julia, Claudia, and Leon.

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As previously reported by KAMI, Dennis Padilla dedicated a song to his children. He took to Instagram to share a video of him singing 'Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas.' The celebrity dad could not help but turn emotional while singing. The veteran actor also showed his hand-written note expressing his love for his children.

Meanwhile, Dennis Padilla and his children Gavin and Maddie were reunited. The veteran actor took to social media to share a photo of the emotional moment they had during their reunion. As seen in the snapshot, Dennis warmly hugged his beloved kids. As per the celebrity dad, he did not see Gavin and Maddie for four years.

Source: KAMI.com.gh