Ryan Bang asks It’s Showtime co-host: “Can you be my best man?”

• Ryan Bang asked his close friend and co-host Jhong Hilario to be his best man for his upcoming wedding to Paola Huyong during a heartfelt moment in his vlog

• The comedian expressed that Jhong is like a true older brother to him and a gift from God

• Jhong accepted the request with gratitude, calling it a great honor and acknowledging Ryan’s struggles and growth as someone who found a second family in the Philippines

• Ryan also explained why he couldn’t ask Vice Ganda to be his best man

Korean-Filipino TV host and comedian Ryan Bang just made a heartfelt request to his long-time friend and co-host Jhong Hilario—to be his best man at his upcoming wedding to Paola Huyong. The emotional moment took place during Ryan’s latest vlog episode, where he officially popped the question—not for marriage, but for best man duties.

Though it seemed that Jhong may have already been informed ahead of time, Ryan still sought confirmation on camera. In his emotional and sincere tone, Ryan expressed how much Jhong means to him.

“Syempre ako, sa puso ko, sa buong buhay ko, pinakamalapit sa akin na kaibigan ay si Kuya Jhong Hilario. So dahil malapit na akong ikasal, pwede kitang tanungin? Can you be my best man?”

Ryan reminisced about their deep bond, which started when Jhong entered the Pinoy Big Brother house and later guided him as a judge on It’s Showtime. He compared Jhong to other beloved figures in his life, including Vice Ganda, whom he affectionately called “Mommy Vice.” Ryan explained why he couldn’t ask Vice to be his best man.

“Ikaw ang pinaka-close ko… Para talaga tayong — totoo ha — more than tunay na kapatid. Sabi ko Lord, bakit ba ako nag-iisa? Gusto ko sana may kuya ako, may kapatid ako. Ikaw ‘yung gift sa akin ni Lord. Kayo lahat, sila Kuya Vhong. Pero Kuya Jhong, ikaw ang idol ko. Sa sobrang bait mo sa lahat, kaya gusto kong maging ikaw.

“Eh si Mommy Vice, kunin ko siyang best man, magagalit ‘yun, nanay ko ‘yun eh,” Ryan said.

Clearly touched, Jhong Hilario accepted the invitation with open arms and deep gratitude.

“Syempre nandoon ako. Syempre tatanggapin ko ‘yan, kasi para maging isang Best Man ni Ryan Bang, na mapili ako — malaking karangalan ‘yan. Syempre marami na tayong pinagsamahan.”

Jhong acknowledged Ryan’s journey as a foreigner who found a second family in the Philippines, particularly in the It’s Showtime family.

“Alam ko kung gaano kahirap ‘yung makipagsapalaran dito sa Pilipinas na walang pamilya, ikaw lang mag-isa. Pero nakahanap ka ng totoong pamilya, pangalawang pamilya mo, kay Vice, sa akin, sa buong Showtime.”

Ryan’s engagement to Paola Huyong, a non-showbiz personality, has been met with warm congratulations from fans and fellow celebrities. Their wedding date has yet to be publicly announced, but with Jhong Hilario officially on board as best man, fans can expect a deeply emotional and joy-filled ceremony.

Ryan Bang is a South Korean television personality, comedian, and host who became famous in the Philippines. He gained popularity after joining "Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Clash 2010," where he finished as the 1st Runner Up. After PBB, Ryan became a regular host on "It's Showtime," a popular noontime variety show on ABS-CBN. He is also an actor, appearing in films like "Kimmy Dora" and the "Temple of Kiyeme" and "Beauty and the Bestie."

Even though he is from Korea, Ryan has fully embraced Filipino culture, making him a well-loved personality in Philippine entertainment. Ryan is also an entrepreneur has recently become engaged to his fiancée, Paola Huyong.

In a previous report by KAMI, Ryan Bang and fiancée Paola Huyong, along with Vice Ganda and Ion Perez, in a a delightful display of camaraderie and affection, went on a double date. The quartet was spotted at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Thursday, enthusiastically watching a thrilling volleyball match between the Petro Gazz Angels and the Creamline Cool Smashers.

In another report, Ryan Bang’s fiancée, Paola Huyong, celebrated her birthday on January 21, 2025. On Instagram Stories, Ryan published a series of posts containing his sweet greetings for the birthday celebrant. The “It’s Showtime” host also shared some cozy photos of him with Pao, whom he dubbed “Mi Amor.” According to one of his posts, Ryan’s significant other is now 30 years old.

Source: KAMI.com.gh