The alleged relationship between Bacolod City Mayor Albee Benitez and Ivana Alawi continues to be a topic of discussion following its mention in Ogie Diaz’s vlog. Even before becoming mayor, Benitez was a congressman, and it was also reported that Ivana Alawi allegedly had a relationship with a congressman.
Mayor Albee is a businessman, involved in film production and several TV shows, which has led to his association with artists and other showbiz personalities, possibly leading to the link with an actress.
After the news broke, rumors surfaced about Mayor Albee’s separation from his wife, although this has not been confirmed as there has been no official statement from their camp. What people are eagerly awaiting is Mayor Albee’s official statement regarding his connection with Ivana, which both the media and the people of Bacolod are awaiting to clarify the issue.
In a recent post on the local media’s social media page, ‘Watchman Daily Journal,’ the mayor stated, “As for recent personal matters, I kindly request understanding and respect for privacy to shield all innocent parties involved in my private capacity as a film and TV program producer. My professional interaction with various celebrities is inherent to the nature of the business. At this moment, my primary focus is on safeguarding the interest of Bacolod City,” according to Benitez.