Jopay Paguia recalls painful decision to leave SexBomb girls in 2013

• Jopay Paguia admitted it was emotionally difficult for some SexBomb Girls to leave the group in 2013
• Former mentor and manager Joy Cancio said she was hurt but understood the members’ desire to grow
• Jopay revealed that several original members agreed not to renew their contracts
• Despite setbacks after leaving, Jopay said she chose to move forward and rebuild her career

Former SexBomb Girls member Jopay Paguia opened up about the emotional struggle behind their decision to leave the iconic dance group in 2013, admitting that the move was far from easy for her and some of the original members.

During an appearance on "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda" on Thursday, January 8, former mentor and manager Joy Cancio shared her reaction when several members decided not to renew their contracts.

“Pero syempre, nasaktan ako,” Joy said. She explained that she eventually understood their choice, recalling her own experience of leaving a previous group to pursue personal growth and bigger dreams.

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Joy added that had she stayed with her former group, she would not have become the founder, manager, and choreographer of the SexBomb Girls, which helped her accept the decision of the younger members.

Jopay, however, revealed that the decision was discussed among several original members and was agreed upon collectively.

“Napagkaisahan talaga si Ate Joy that day,” she said.

She admitted they were emotionally overwhelmed at the time and described their mindset as immature.

“Sobrang sakit-sakit na po sa amin ’yung mga nangyayari,” Jopay shared.

She also recalled a meeting where each member was asked individually whether they would renew their contracts.

“Tayo ha, lahat na tayo, hindi na tayo magre-renew,” Jopay said, describing how six of them initially stood together before some chose to stay while others left.

For Jopay, leaving the group was especially painful because she never wanted to walk away. “Masakit na iiwan ko ’yung grupo ko,” she said.

After the split, Jopay admitted she faced a period without work or a manager but said she chose not to dwell on the setback and instead focused on moving forward.

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The Sexbomb Girls, established in 1999 by choreographer Joy Cancio, are recognized as a seminal force in the modern history of Philippine popular music (Pinoy Pop). Initially gaining widespread recognition as featured dancers on the long-running noontime program, Eat Bulaga!, the collective swiftly transitioned into a standalone musical and acting powerhouse. They captivated audiences with their distinctive style of novelty music and dynamic stage presence.

In a previous report by KAMI, Jopay Paguia talked about the rumored rivalry with Rochelle Pangilinan on Toni Talks. She said there is really no issue between them, and they treat each other like sister.s According to her, they sometimes fight, but never about fame. She added that fame never changed any of them, and they stayed humble.

Earlier, Sugar Mercado posted old photos with her former Sexbomb group on Instagram. She wrote a long caption about their bond, pride, and life journeys. The post also includes photos from a recent Sexbomb concert and Rainbow Rumble guesting. Furthermore, Sugar shared her story as a single mom and Mrs. Universe Philippines 2025.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh