Vic Sotto, ipinakilala na ang pantapat ng Eat Bulaga kay Vice Ganda

• Vic Sotto jokingly declared that Eat Bulaga now has its own answer to Vice Ganda during a live segment
• The humorous moment happened after social media personality Jericho “Baett” suggested a new nickname for Ryzza Mae Dizon
• Ryzza Mae happily embraced the title “Ganda,” setting up Vic’s punchline that drew laughter from everyone in the studio
• Fans and netizens quickly joined the fun, with many referring to the young host as “Ryzza Ganda” online

Vic Sotto brought laughter to viewers and sparked online buzz after jokingly claiming that Eat Bulaga has finally found its own answer to Vice Ganda during a recent live broadcast.

The humorous moment happened during the show's popular segment, "The Age Is Right," which featured social media personality Jericho, better known online as "Baett." The content creator has gained popularity for his amusing and creative naming skits.

Joining Vic on stage were fellow hosts Maine Mendoza, Miles Ocampo, and Ryzza Mae Dizon. During the segment, Jericho complimented Ryzza Mae's beauty, prompting Miles to ask what alternative name he would give the young television personality.

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Jericho initially suggested the name "Nicole," but Ryzza Mae quickly declined the idea, explaining that Nicole is actually the name of her sister.

Without missing a beat, Jericho came up with another suggestion and proposed the name "Ganda." Curious about the playful exchange, Vic asked Ryzza Mae if she approved of the nickname.

“Ganda, Ganda na lang,” Ryzza Mae replied enthusiastically.

Her response set up the perfect opportunity for the veteran host to deliver a comedic punchline directed at one of the country's biggest noontime personalities.

“Sorry, Vice Ganda, may pantapat na kami sa ’yo,” Vic joked on air.

The remark immediately drew loud laughter from the studio audience, crew members, and fellow hosts.

According to Bandera, the lighthearted comment was met with amusement by everyone present and was taken as a harmless joke between personalities from rival noontime programs.

Clips of the exchange quickly made the rounds on social media, with many viewers enjoying the playful banter. Several netizens even began referring to Ryzza Mae with affectionate nicknames such as "Ryzza Ganda" and "Ryzza Mae Ganda."

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The incident also highlighted the long-standing yet friendly rivalry between Eat Bulaga and It's Showtime, two of the country's most popular noontime programs.

As of this writing, Vice Ganda has yet to publicly react to Vic's joke. Nevertheless, the humorous exchange has continued to generate conversations online, with fans appreciating the hosts' comedic chemistry and the healthy competition that keeps audiences entertained.

Vic Sotto (born April 28, 1954) is a prominent Filipino actor, comedian, television host, and producer best known as one of the pillars of the long-running variety show Eat Bulaga!. Affectionately called "Bossing," he is also a powerhouse in Philippine cinema, starring in numerous box-office hits and building a lasting legacy as a pioneer of Filipino television entertainment.

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Meanwhile, Vice Ganda candidly spoke about his fears regarding aging and the physical changes that come with growing older during an episode of “It’s Showtime.” The comedian shared emotional reflections about feeling that his mind no longer works as quickly as it did in his younger years. He also expressed concern about ageism and how society's perception of celebrities often shifts as they get older. Vice said he has no intention of retiring at the age of 50 and hopes to keep pursuing his passion for entertainment.

Source: KAMI.com.gh