Jao Mapa, nilinaw ang tunay na dahilan sa pagtawag niyang TOTGA sa isang aktres noon

• Jao Mapa clarified his previous statement about calling Rosanna Roces his TOTGA
• The actor admitted that Rosanna was his biggest celebrity crush and confirmed their past relationship
• Jao explained that he initially misunderstood what the term TOTGA meant
• His previous statement reportedly caused a misunderstanding between him and his wife

Actor Jao Mapa has clarified his previous remarks about former partner and co-star Rosanna Roces, explaining that she is not actually his “the one that got away” despite what he said in an earlier interview.

During his November 10 appearance on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, alongside fellow actor Gio Alvarez, Jao explained that he initially misunderstood the meaning of the popular acronym TOTGA. He revealed that his wife was the one who explained its meaning to him, prompting him to realize that he had used the term incorrectly.

“I mean, my wife was the one who explained to me at the time so I said, 'Ah, 'yun ba ang ibig sabihin nu'n?' So no, she's not the one that got away. Gusto ko lang iklaro 'yun,” Jao said.

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The actor also acknowledged that Rosanna had been his biggest celebrity crush. He confirmed that they had previously been romantically involved, although their relationship was not publicly confirmed at the time.

“Yes, naging kami. At the time kasi, it was really to promote the movie kaya hindi confirmed,” he added.

Jao's clarification comes after his previous appearance on Kay Susan Tayo Vlogs in September, where he was interviewed by Kapuso journalist Susan Enriquez. During that conversation, he openly discussed his past relationship with Rosanna, also known as Osang, and described her as his TOTGA.

His statement eventually drew attention, particularly after he made another revelation during an October appearance on The Men's Room, a podcast hosted by Stanley Chi and James Caraan.

In that episode, Jao admitted that he did not actually understand what TOTGA meant when he first used the term. According to the actor, he initially thought the acronym referred to a bad breakup rather than someone who could be considered the person who got away.

The misunderstanding reportedly even caused tension between him and his wife after his earlier remarks about Rosanna.

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With his latest appearance on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Jao has now addressed the issue directly, making it clear that his previous description of Rosanna was based on his misunderstanding of the term rather than an admission that she was the love he had lost.

Despite their romantic history and his admiration for Rosanna, the actor emphasized that she should not be considered his TOTGA.

Jao Mapa is a Filipino actor and model who rose to prominence in the 1990s through popular television shows, variety programs, and films like Pare Ko. He later pursued his passion for the visual arts, earning a Fine Arts degree from the University of Santo Tomas to establish a successful career as an accomplished painter.

In another report, former 90s matinee idol Jao Mapa opened up about the personal struggles that led him to step away from his successful television career. He revealed that severe burnout and the heartbreak of a breakup with a non-showbiz girlfriend took a toll on his emotional well-being. Unwilling to continue living solely according to the demands of producers and fans, Jao decided to leave the spotlight and prioritize his peace. His decision gave him the opportunity to complete his college education, get married, strengthen his faith, and pursue a fulfilling career as a painter.

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Meanwhile, fellow 90s matinee idol Eric Fructuoso shared why he chooses not to show his current partner’s face on social media. He explained that keeping her identity private helps shield their relationship from negativity and online criticism. Eric also stressed that his non-showbiz girlfriend deserves to have her privacy respected, telling bashers to direct any attacks toward him instead. These days, he prefers a quieter routine, going home after work and gym sessions so he can spend more time with his partner.

Source: KAMI.com.gh