Senator Cynthia Villar Speaks Out on Viral Church Incident

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Senator Cynthia Villar has become the center of online discussions following a viral video of her confronting a political rival during a church mass. The incident, which took place in Las Piñas, captured the attention of social media users, sparking mixed reactions.

The video shows Villar stepping out of her pew to approach Councilor Mark Anthony Santos, a local politician expected to challenge Villar’s preferred candidate for the city’s lone congressional seat in the May 2025 elections. Eyewitnesses reported that tensions rose as Villar appeared visibly upset during the encounter.

Addressing the situation, Villar clarified the nature of the confrontation. “Hindi umano sinugod ni Senator Villar si Anthony Santos dahil magkatabi di umano sila sa upuan,” she explained, countering allegations that she intentionally disrupted the mass. According to Villar, the interaction stemmed from her frustrations over Santos’ alleged actions online.

Santos daw ay sinisiraan ang pamilya ni Villar sa social media, prompting her to address him directly. Villar claimed to have told Santos not to greet her during the mass due to the ongoing disputes. She said, “Sinabihan daw di umano ni Villar si Santos na wag na itong batiin dahil sinisiraan nito siya at ang kanyang pamilya sa social media.”

The video has since divided opinions among netizens. While some criticized Villar’s behavior as inappropriate in a place of worship, others defended her, noting that personal grievances often escalate in politically charged environments.

In response to her critics, Villar remained firm. “I like to believe na malaki ang performance ko kaya wala naman silang magawa kundi gawin yun,” she said, emphasizing her commitment to public service despite facing backlash.

This incident is the latest in a series of public controversies involving Villar, who is known for her direct and outspoken demeanor. As the May 2025 elections draw nearer, observers speculate that such confrontations may become more frequent, especially in areas where political rivalries run deep.

Despite the uproar, Villar continues to focus on her legislative duties, dismissing the controversy as part of the challenges of being a public figure in a politically active community like Las Piñas. Meanwhile, Santos has yet to comment on the matter.

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