Vic Sotto, tinawag na “susunod na presidente ng Pilipinas” si Mayor Vico

- Vic Sotto created a buzz after calling Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto “ang susunod na presidente ng Pilipinas”

- The “Eat Bulaga” host aired the viral remark during the campaign rally of ‘Giting ng Pasig’ on Friday, March 28

- During the rally, the veteran comedian proudly introduced his son to the attendees

- It is worth noting that Vico is seeking his third term as Pasig City mayor in the 2025 midterm elections

Vic Sotto’s catchy remark about Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto has created a massive buzz on social media.

The veteran comedian aired the viral remark during the campaign rally of the incumbent mayor’s slate, ‘Giting ng Pasig,’ on Friday, March 28.

In the campaign kick-off event, the “Eat Bulaga” delivered a speech before introducing his son to the attendees.

“Dito na po tayo sa makabagong politika dito sa Pasig. Sa katunayan, marami nang naiinggit sa lungsod ng Pasig. Ang dami kong nakausap, 'Boss, sana sa Pasig ako nakatira. Next year, lilipat na ako ng Pasig.' Dahil maganda ang takbo ng gobyerno ng Pasig.”

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Vic likewise commended his son's “very, very good governance” and urged the Pasigueños, “Sa darating na Mayo, ipagpatuloy nating ang laban na nasimulan natin dito Pasig.”

The veteran comedian went on to air his witty introduction about his child with Connie Reyes.

“Mabuhay kayo, mga Pasigueño. I am very proud of you. Ito na po, ipapakilala ko na po. Alam niyo naman siguro kung kanino nagmana. Kanino pa? E ‘di sa nanay.”

“Ito na po, ang susunod na presidente ng Pilipinas, Mayor Vico Sotto,” said Vic, who seemed to be claiming that his son will become the country's president in the future.

Currently, Mayor Vico is seeking his third term as the city’s local chief executive in the 2025 midterm elections.

Vic Sotto is an iconic actor, comedian, and television host in the Philippines. He is best known for being the main host of “Eat Bulaga” and for his blockbuster comedy movies. The actor is married to actress Pauleen Luna and they now have two daughters named Tali and Thia.

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Previously, Vic Sotto recently summed up his reason for not entering politics. In an interview with The Philippine Star, the veteran comedian explained he’s leaving politics to his brother Tito Sotto, and his son, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto. “Although many times in the past, people have been talking to me, o, takbo ka ng ganun,” Bossing Vic opened up. He also expressed his belief that one doesn’t have to be in politics to be a public servant. As per the 70-year-old actor and host, he is able to serve the public through “Eat Bulaga.”

Ara Mina believes Vic Sotto will not take her political decision personally despite joining the rival camp of his son, Mayor Vico Sotto. She is running for councilor in Pasig’s District 2 under Sarah Discaya. Ara said she only knows Vic from working together in the 2003 film Fantastic Man and has no personal relationship with Vico. She shared that joining Discaya’s slate felt like a sign from God leading her to public service.

Source: KAMI.com.gh