In a recent episode of Showbiz Updates aired on Saturday, November 30, showbiz insider Ogie Diaz shed light on the circulating rumors regarding arrest warrants allegedly issued against Manny Pacquiao and Rufa Mae Quinto.
Ogie revealed that a source close to the matter defended Pacquiao against the claims. “One of the people we spoke with vouched for Manny Pacquiao,” Ogie shared. According to this source, Pacquiao is not the type of person to engage in convincing investors to put their money into Dermacare.
The source further clarified that Pacquiao had a franchise and served as a brand ambassador for Dermacare in 2020 but had no involvement beyond those roles. This statement directly contradicts allegations linking the former senator and boxing legend to the controversy.
As for Rufa Mae Quinto, Ogie stated that only the comedian had reportedly been served an arrest warrant. However, another source close to Rufa raised doubts about her involvement, pointing out that she was merely an endorser of Dermacare and had no hand in soliciting investments from the public.
Adding to her defense, the source revealed that Rufa had not been fully compensated for her endorsement deal and was even issued a bounced check by Dermacare.
The controversy gained further attention when a lawyer representing complainants in a similar case against celebrity entrepreneur Neri Naig mentioned that an actress and several politicians were also implicated in the complaints.
Before these clarifications, Ogie had previously mentioned in his show that both Pacquiao and Rufa were served arrest warrants, sparking widespread speculation and online discussions.
As the issue unfolds, Ogie’s updates provide critical insights into the allegations, with his sources emphasizing the limited involvement of Pacquiao and Quinto in Dermacare’s dealings. The situation highlights the challenges public figures face in navigating legal and reputational risks tied to their endorsements.
Neither Manny Pacquiao nor Rufa Mae Quinto has released an official statement addressing the matter as of this writing. Fans and followers of the two personalities continue to await further updates.