The controversy surrounding veteran host and politician Tito Sotto continues to escalate, moving beyond allegations of corruption within the popular noontime show Eat Bulaga and squarely into his private life. The latest report, fueled by ongoing exposés from former host Anjo Yllana, claims that even Tito Sotto’s own nephew, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, has issued a subtle but sharp critique directed at his uncle regarding the long-running scandal.
The narrative suggests that the once-tight-knit group of Eat Bulaga veterans is crumbling under the weight of “dirty secrets” and “deplorable management practices,” culminating in the sensational revelation of Tito Sotto’s alleged long-term infidelity.
Anjo Yllana’s Continued Exposé and the Eat Bulaga Scandal
The genesis of the current crisis is traced back to former host Anjo Yllana, who reportedly felt compelled to “signal” and finally expose the deeply guarded secrets of Tito Sotto after facing continuous public backlash. Yllana’s revelations allegedly connect Sotto’s personal infidelity to a wider pattern of “dirty and disgusting management” within Eat Bulaga.
For years, the report claims, the public saw only joy and inspiration from the show. Yet, beginning in 2023, rumors surfaced of internal strife, favoritism, unequal treatment, and decisions driven by self-interest rather than the program’s welfare, which purportedly led to several hosts gradually leaving the program. Sotto, as one of the program’s pillars, is at the heart of these allegations.
The focus, however, has become Tito Sotto’s alleged mistress, whom he is rumored to have maintained a relationship with since 2013. This revelation has severely impacted his wife, the esteemed actress and public figure Helen Gamboa, who reportedly could no longer endure the pain of her husband’s alleged decades-long unfaithfulness, despite his advanced age.
Mayor Vico Sotto’s Stance on Integrity and Transparency
The report introduces a critical figure in the drama: Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, the son of Tito Sotto’s brother and fellow host, Vic Sotto. Mayor Vico Sotto, known for his clean political reputation and strong commitment to transparency, is presented as an individual with a “clean conscience” who believes in justice.
When the rumors of corruption and mismanagement in the high-profile television program reached the mayor, he did not immediately speak out. However, the report asserts that as a leader who prioritizes transparency, he quietly began to look into the emerging issues, believing that no matter is too small or too distant when it comes to justice.
Mayor Vico Sotto’s public statements are described as measured yet pointed, containing “calm but sharp remarks” that serve as reminders about honesty, respect, and integrity. While he did not explicitly name his uncle, the public instantly understood the target of his criticism.
The report claims that Mayor Vico Sotto stated that “the news being reported has truth,” and he used his platform to remind people that it is not too late to correct these mistakes (hindi pa huli ang lahat at pwede pang ituwid ang mga pagkakamaling ito).
This subtle but direct public addressing of the issue by his own nephew is interpreted by the public as a powerful condemnation. Netizens are reportedly directing the mayor’s message specifically at Tito Sotto, urging him to take responsibility for his “sins” (kailangang pagbayaran ang mga kasalanan). The mayor’s alleged statement acts as a gentle yet firm rebuke against those who have lost their way from the path of truth (nawawala sa landas ng katotohanan).
The alleged public statement from Mayor Vico Sotto—if true—marks a significant rupture in the Sotto family’s public unity, emphasizing the profound moral and ethical dimensions of the scandal that has rocked the Philippine entertainment and political landscape.