On January 20, musician and ‘It’s Showtime’ host Jugs Jugueta debunked seasoned showbiz reporter Lolit Solis’ claim that Vice Ganda was power-tripping their Kapamilya noontime show.
On Instagram, Solis wrote that she received information that Vice is currently running ‘It’s Showtime’ and that the comedian has been power-tripping, with some of his co-workers sharing “horror stories.”
“Medyo alarming Salve iyon mga balita na nagpa power tripping si Vice Ganda. Balita na parang siya na ang nagpapa takbo ng Showtime, siya na ang nasusunod sa lahat ng galawa ng programa. Marami pang horror story na kumakalat sa pagbabago daw ng ugali ni Vice Ganda, at parang marami narin mga tao ang nasasaktan sa mga ginagawa daw nito.”
Jugueta went on Instagram to politely refute the rumors, advising Solis to find a new source and that the entire staff, hosts, and crew of the noontime program are “happy.”
“Hanap po kayo ng bago ninyong source na Maritess, Tita… MASAYANG MASAYA PO KAMI SA SHOWTIME NGAYON!!!! ❤️
“Peace be with you and happy new year!”
Solis’ post earned mixed reactions from netizens, with some expressing their dismay over Vice while others showed their support to the phenomenal comedian and the noontime show.
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‘It’s Showtime’ faced several challenges amid the pandemic and ABS-CBN’s shutdown, such as the transfer of Director Bobet Vidanes and their lack of free TV reach. However, the noontime show remained on the air despite the challenges. Vice even hinted at a “plot twist” for 2022, exciting the fans of the noontime show.
