Gabbi Garcia, nagpaliwanag matapos masabihang 'MIA' online: "Let me answer this once & for all"

- Gabbi Garcia has finally set the record straight after being called "MIA" again online

- On X (formerly Twitter), Gabbi clarified a few assumptions about her supposed absence

- Previously, some netizens talked about the Kapuso artist being "MIA" once more

- Eventually, Gabbi responded and said, "Ok, let me answer this once & for all"

Gabbi Garcia has finally spoken up to clarify assumptions about her supposed absence online.

The actress, known for playing Alena in the 2016 reboot of the series, responded to resurfaced conversations online about her being "missing in action" or "MIA" again, which netizens noticed.

On Sunday, June 8, Gabbi took to X (formerly Twitter) to address the issue head-on, "Sorry na, kailangan ko mag-shoot ng PBB updates. Hihi avisala!" she joked around, referring to her current hosting responsibilities, which in return, prompted some to talk about her being "MIA" again.

As netizens began revisiting the topic, one tweet then particularly caught Gabbi's attention, "Someone literally said, 'Hanggang ngayon ba naman MIA ka pa rin' HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA."

Eventually, the actress took to X once more and began to explain in full detail and clarity, "Ok, let me answer this once & for all. I wasn't MIA just because I was absent! As we all know, the story took a diff direction, plus I was a minor, so may adjustments talaga. TBH, 17 y/o me was begging to be on set. I had major FOMO pag wala akong taping. So no, di lang dahil 'absent' ako haha."

Her response provided a behind-the-scenes look at how production decisions and her then-minor status affected her screen time. At just 17 years old during the filming of Encantadia, she admitted that she actually wanted to be more present on set, contrary to what some viewers assumed.

This led to another netizen chiming in: "Parang nung time na yun, dagsa rin ata endorsement shoots mo. May abroad pa nga. Dumagdag din ata yun kaya MIA ka most of the time."

Gabbi, who noticed the tweet, quickly corrected the speculation with another post on X: "Dear, I literally had 1 major endorsement shoot that time. Yung Pantene, shot in Australia. I was just out for 6 days. Jusko, nagsisimula pa lang ako nun kaya 1 palang major endorsement ko. Nagkaroon ako ng shoots AFTER Enca because of its success. That was it. The storyline CHANGED."

In a final touch to her thread, Gabbi posted a then-and-now selfie comparison—one photo from when she was 17 and had just begun portraying Alena, and another recent one, "Okie, yun lang. I hope that clears things out hehe. Good night from my 17 year old self. 9 years ago na 'to grabiiii."

Gabbi Garcia is a Filipina actress, singer, and model known for her work in the Philippine entertainment industry. She rose to fame as a Kapuso star under GMA and became popular for her roles in various television dramas. She gained recognition for her role as Alena in the 2016 fantasy series Encantadia, a remake of the classic 2005 TV show. In her personal life, Gabbi is in a long-term relationship with actor Khalil Ramos.

As previously reported by KAMI, Gabbi Garcia set social media abuzz with her latest post. On Instagram, Gabbi posted photos about her quick escapade. Together with Gabbi was her boyfriend, Khalil Ramos, who drove for her. However, what made the post go viral was Gabbi's 'PBB'-esque caption about him.

Meanwhile, earlier this year, Gabbi Garcia had an unforgettable stint on 'PBB.' Previously, Gabbi became a 'house guest' on the show. Upon her exit, Gabbi immediately talked about her heartfelt experience inside the house. Many then expressed their delight after seeing Gabbi's interaction with everyone too.

Source: KAMI.com.gh