Vice Ganda opens up about hard times with Coco Martin before fame

• Vice Ganda talked about his close friendship with Coco Martin during a recent interview with Karen Davila
• He remembered times when they were both starting out and had very little money
• Vice shared how they split small budgets and even cried together while eating
• The two stars now look back with gratitude at how far they have come

Vice Ganda recently talked about his long friendship with Coco Martin. The comedian opened up during an interview with Karen Davila. He looked back at their early days in showbiz when life was hard for both of them.

Vice said they started with almost nothing. He was performing in comedy bars. Coco was trying to get small roles. They became friends fast because they understood each other's struggles.

Vice remembered one time when they shared a small gig. Coco had no sideline that day. Vice split his budget so Coco could eat too.

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They often ate at cheap places after work. One night, they sat in a simple Vietnamese restaurant. They started sharing stories about their dreams and problems. Tears came while they ate. Both just wanted to work and survive. Vice said they never thought they would become big stars one day.

Now, Vice and Coco are two of the biggest names in Philippine entertainment. Coco leads the long-running show FPJ's Batang Quiapo. Vice hosts It's Showtime and makes hit movies every year. When they meet now, they still laugh about the past. They tell each other how the world turned around for them.

Vice said destiny played a big part. Vice is thankful for those hard times, as they made their success sweeter.

Vice continues to work hard. He hosts, acts, and helps others. Coco does the same with his show. Their friendship stays strong after all these years.

Watch the video below: (16:15 – 18:34)

Vice Ganda is a famous comedian, actor, endorser, and host in the Philippines. He is best known for hosting “It’s Showtime” and for his commercially successful movies in the MMFF. The superstar is currently in a relationship with Ion Perez. They got their Certificate of Commitment in a special ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Oct. 19, 2021.

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In a previous report by KAMI, a teacher was a contestant in the "Breadwinner" segment of "It's Showtime." He recounted how he would divide his P18,000 salary between him and his family consisting of his father, mother, four siblings, and the child of their eldest. He also explained that he has been a breadwinner since he was in third year high school. Eventually, Vice was just so touched that he signified to pay for the P100,000 debt of the teacher.

Earlier, in a media conference for the movie “And the breadwinner is,” Vice shared her thoughts on the pairing of Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings. The two young stars are part of Vice’s upcoming movie, “And The Breadwinner Is.” Then, she praised their talent and chemistry, which has been proven in their past projects. Shee fully supported their inclusion in the film and acknowledged their unique charm.

Source: KAMI.com.gh