MANILA, Philippines — Actress-model Chie Filomeno has issued a final, clarifying statement regarding the persistent rumors about her supposed separation from actor Jake Cuenca and the recent explosive online spat with a figure she identified only as “Sofia.”
Speaking through a statement sent to her home network, ABS-CBN, Chie acknowledged the intense public scrutiny that comes with celebrity but firmly asserted her right to privacy, especially in matters of the heart.
“This will be the last time I speak about this issue, and I’m choosing to respond with calm, care, and clarity,” the actress stated.
Echoing Jake Cuenca’s Sentiment
Chie finally addressed the status of her two-year relationship with Jake Cuenca, echoing his earlier words without explicitly using the term “breakup.” Jake Cuenca had previously admitted earlier this month that “that chapter of his life was over.”
Chie affirmed this sentiment, expressing gratitude for their time together: “When it comes to my personal life — my previous relationship was public, and I’m thankful for that chapter.”
However, she decisively drew a boundary around her future romantic endeavors, emphasizing a shift toward intentional discretion: “But now, I’ve found new connections and safe spaces that I want to protect from unnecessary attention.”
II. Addressing the ‘Sofia’ Spat and Online Hate
The statement also served as a clear, though indirect, resolution to the highly publicized online feud that ignited last week. Chie had gone public to call out someone named “Sofia” for “spreading hate” against her on social media, in what many observers believed to be personal attacks related to her romantic life.
In her initial, highly emotional post, Chie had written: “Truly heartbreaking. I know she’s evil but didn’t expect her to go this low… I was gonna let karma do its job — nope I am your karma.”
Filipino netizens quickly speculated that the target was fellow actress Sofia Andres, whose partner, Daniel Miranda, is related to Cebu businessman Matthew Lhuillier, a man Chie was recently linked to but has since denied dating.
While Chie’s new statement did not name the individual, it concluded her involvement in the public dispute, prioritizing her mental well-being over continuing the conflict.
III. Commitment to Career and the Pursuit of Privacy
Throughout her statement, Chie reinforced her identity as a dedicated professional and a committed family provider, detailing her early start in entertainment and her role as the sole financial support for her loved ones.
“The actress reiterated she honorably works to help her loved ones and expressed gratitude to brands, designers, partners and supporters who’ve put their trust in her.”
By firmly separating her public career from her private life, Chie is claiming control over her own narrative. She concluded her statement with a powerful commitment to a quieter future:
“This time, I’m choosing peace and privacy. And when the time comes, you’ll see what love looks like when it’s nurtured quietly. For now, this is what I can share — my truth, my story, my peace.”
Chie Filomeno’s statement clearly signals a departure from the public relationship dynamic she shared with Jake Cuenca and a decisive end to the ongoing social media controversy, choosing instead to focus on her career and the sanctuary of her personal relationships.
