Actress Maris Racal has reactivated her Facebook page, which boasts millions of followers, after it was deactivated amid the controversy surrounding leaked private messages with her onscreen partner, Anthony Jennings. The page, with the username @MissMarisRacalOfficial, became accessible again on Monday, December 16, following a ten-day hiatus.
The controversy began earlier in December when messages between Maris and Anthony, known to fans as the “MaThon” tandem, surfaced online. The leak was initiated by Anthony’s then-longtime girlfriend, Jam Villanueva, who shared screenshots of their flirty and suggestive exchanges. This followed Anthony’s public statement that he and Jam had ended their relationship, describing Maris as just a “friend.”
Shortly after, Maris revealed that she had ended her relationship with singer-songwriter Rico Blanco, citing her growing feelings for Anthony as a factor. The actress clarified, however, that Anthony had assured her he and Jam were no longer together, which influenced her actions.
Anthony has since issued a brief apology to Maris, Jam, and others affected by the situation. Despite this, both Maris and Anthony maintained a low profile on social media in the aftermath, with Maris deactivating her Facebook page on December 6.
Now restored, the page’s most recent post remains a sponsored advertisement for Vitress, dated December 2. The reactivation coincides with Maris addressing the issue publicly, expressing regret and understanding toward Jam’s reaction while reiterating that she had been misled about Anthony’s relationship status. Maris’s glam team also supported her claims, sharing their insights on social media.
In response to the fallout, Jam Villanueva shared a TikTok video of a motivational speaker discussing self-forgiveness, hinting at her efforts to move forward.
The situation has drawn mixed reactions from fans and netizens, with some showing support for Maris and others criticizing the actions of both parties involved. Despite the backlash, the actress appears ready to resume her online presence, as her restored Facebook page suggests a gradual return to normalcy.
As of now, neither Maris nor Anthony has made any new posts addressing the controversy further. Fans await updates from the two stars, whose partnership initially gained popularity in the hit series Can’t Buy Me Love.