Aliw Awards president issues statement following Zsa Zsa Padilla controversy
- Aliw Awards Foundation President and founder Alice Reyes issued a public apology to Zsa Zsa Padilla following concerns over the singer’s limited opportunity to speak during the recent Aliw Awards night
- According to the apology shared by Kapamilya reporter MJ Felipe on social media, Reyes explained that the incident resulted from efforts to shorten the awards program and was not meant to slight Padilla
- She emphasized her admiration for the veteran artist and her contributions to the industry
- Reyes also expressed regret over the disappointment caused and indicated her willingness to find a way to make amends in the future
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Aliw Awards Foundation President and founder Alice Reyes has issued a public apology to ZsaZsa Padilla following the controversy surrounding the latter’s limited time to speak during the recent Aliw Awards night.
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Kapamilya reporter MJ Felipe took to social media to share Reyes’ official statement addressing the issue. The concern stemmed from Padilla’s inability to deliver a speech onstage, an incident that was reportedly perceived as a slight.
In her statement, Reyes acknowledged Padilla’s feelings and expressed regret over how the situation was handled.
“It is unfortunate that ZsaZsa took her not being able to speak at the Aliw awards night as an affront to her, and I apologize to her on behalf of the foundation and the production staff,” Reyes said. She explained that the situation was not meant to undermine Padilla’s presence or achievements but was instead a result of production decisions made for the program.
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Reyes further clarified that the foundation has been implementing measures to shorten the awards ceremony.
“Since last year we have been trying to shorten the awards rights and we thought giving the honorees their brief time in stage would suffice,” she said, noting that the limitation applied as part of an effort to manage the flow of the event.
Despite the constraints, Reyes emphasized that she personally would have welcomed Padilla’s remarks.
“I personally would have loved to hear what she had to say and if she had given me a sign or told one of my staff of her desire to say her piece I would have made an exception in her case,” she added, stressing that the decision was not intended as a dismissal of Padilla.
Reyes concluded by reiterating her admiration for the veteran artist and expressing sincere remorse over the disappointment caused. “Again, I am truly sorry for disappointing Zsa Zsa whom I admire for her beauty and talent,” she said. She also expressed hope for reconciliation in the future, adding, “Perhaps we can find a way to make up for it in the future.”
The statement has since circulated widely online, with Felipe’s post drawing varied reactions from netizens who weighed in on the importance of giving artists proper recognition and space to speak during major events. As of writing, Padilla has yet to issue a public response to Reyes’ apology.
Zsa Zsa Padilla is a celebrated Filipino singer, actress, music producer, and businesswoman. Known as the "Divine Diva," she is recognized as one of the Philippines’ top female recording artists. She began her music career in the mid-1970s as the lead vocalist of the Manila Sound band Hotdog before launching a successful solo career in 1982. Beyond music, Padilla has also made a notable mark in film and television. In her personal life, she has three daughters, including singer-actress Karylle. She was in a long-term relationship with the late comedian Dolphy and is currently partnered with architect Conrad Onglao.
Recently, Zsa Zsa Padilla expressed dismay over her Lifetime Achievement Award presentation at the Aliw Awards. She noted that, unlike other winners, awardees were not given a chance to address the audience. The singer-actress described the moment as shocking and humiliating, leaving her feeling small despite her decades in the industry. She announced she would return the award, hoping the incident highlights the importance of respecting artists.
Earlier, Zsa Zsa Padilla and her partner Conrad Onglao warned the public about fake news and scam pages using their names and photos to promote false products. They said a page called “Zsa Zsa Daily Life” spread false claims that they drank a “miracle milk” and were cured of an illness, which is untrue. The couple also denied that Padilla endorses online gaming through AI-generated videos misusing her image.
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