Back on Showtime, Vice Ganda addresses controversies with gratitude
• After a brief absence, Vice Ganda returned to It's Showtime following his "Super Divas" concert and a controversy sparked by a joke about former President Duterte
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• The controversial "jetski holiday" skit satirized a former president's campaign promise, leading to a significant drop in his social media followers and calls for a boycott
• In a symbolic gesture, Vice Ganda announced he would treat the entire studio audience to a meal from a fast-food chain he endorses
• Amidst the controversy, Vice Ganda also celebrated a personal triumph by announcing his FAMAS Best Actor nomination to the audience
Following a brief hiatus, comedian and TV host Vice Ganda has returned to the noontime show It's Showtime, delighting his co-hosts and the studio audience.
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His return on Saturday, August 16, came after a highly publicized two-night concert with Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez and amid a social media controversy sparked by a joke about former president Rodrigo Duterte.
During his comeback, Vice Ganda's trademark humor was on full display. He humorously described feeling well-rested, joking that his "legs are moving again" and his "knees are soft again," which drew laughter from the audience.
He expressed his profound gratitude to his fans, known as the "Madlang People," for their unwavering support, stating, "I celebrate your love every day."
The comedian's brief absence from the show was due to a well-deserved break following his successful "Super Divas: The Concert," which was held on August 8 and 9 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
However, the concert made headlines not just for its success but for a specific skit that ignited a firestorm of controversy.
Vice Ganda's "jetski holiday" skit satirized Duterte's unfulfilled campaign promise to ride a jet ski to the West Philippine Sea.
The joke, which also referenced the former president's legal troubles, was seen as an insult by some of his supporters, leading to a significant decline in Vice Ganda's social media following.
Some online groups even called for a boycott of the brands he endorses.
In a move that many fans saw as a clever response, Vice Ganda announced on air that he would be treating the entire studio audience to a meal from a fast-food chain he endorses.
This comes after the same brand launched a new ad campaign featuring actress Heart Evangelista, which some of Vice Ganda's critics speculated was a move to replace him due to the backlash.
Despite the controversies, Vice Ganda also took the opportunity to share a personal triumph with his audience: his FAMAS Best Actor nomination.
This recognition for his role in And The Breadwinner Is... is a significant milestone in his career, highlighting his versatility and talent beyond comedy and hosting.
While Vice Ganda has not yet directly addressed the political fallout or the brand controversy, his actions and words on his return suggest he remains focused on his work and his supporters.
The incident underscores the complexities of being a public figure in the Philippines, where entertainment and politics often intersect.
Vice Ganda, whose real name is Jose Marie Viceral, is a famous comedian, host, actor, singer, and entrepreneur in the Philippines. He is well known as the main host of the noontime show It’s Showtime and for his blockbuster movies such as Praybeyt Benjamin, Fantastica, and The Super Parental Guardians. Aside from being an entertainer, he is also an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community and has a strong influence on the country’s pop culture.
Recently, Vice said his idea of success is no longer tied to money but to peace, rest, and simple joys. The comedian now prefers a smaller, simpler home after experiencing life in a big house. He values sleeping peacefully and maintaining good relationships over material wealth. Vice believes lessons can be learned even from unpleasant encounters and short-term friendships.
Previously, she received a heartfelt note from Sen. Bam Aquino and his wife, Timi, after his recent concert with Regine Velasquez. The Unkabogable Phenomenal Superstar took to Instagram Stories to post a photo of the letter. In the letter, the couple expressed admiration for the comedian’s artistry and influence. The “It’s Showtime” host then aired his gratitude through a caption, saying he was happy to see the senator enjoying the show.
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