Daniel Padilla received backlash after posting his birthday greeting to Kathryn Bernardo, sparking various reactions, most of which were critical.
At midnight, Kapamilya star Daniel Padilla posted a birthday greeting to his former girlfriend Kathryn Bernardo on her 28th birthday, Tuesday, March 26. “Happy birthday to you,” Padilla wrote to Bernardo in Japanese characters on his Instagram story.
It’s worth noting that the two ended their 11-year relationship in November 2023. The rumors about their breakup started last year with Ogie Diaz sharing the story, where the majority of KathNiel fans even threatened to mass-report Ogie Diaz’s social media accounts and vlogs. However, after a few weeks, it was confirmed that the two had indeed separated after their 11-year relationship. There were rumors about Andria Brillantes being a third party in their relationship, but these claims seemed baseless.
Daniel Padilla reportedly lost several endorsements since their breakup. Additionally, some of Daniel’s properties were said to have been sold off, leading to speculations about financial difficulties. There were also rumors circulating about Daniel’s mother, Karla Estrada, allegedly owing Kathryn Bernardo millions of pesos.
Several months after their breakup, Kathryn seemed to be enjoying her newfound freedom, able to do things she couldn’t do before reportedly due to Padilla’s strictness. Kathryn’s career also appears to be flourishing, with fans noticing the stark difference between her career trajectory and Padilla’s. Some comments suggest that Padilla might be using Kathryn for his career again, and the majority of comments express a desire for the two not to reconcile.
The public’s reaction to Daniel Padilla’s birthday greeting to Kathryn Bernardo reflects the ongoing interest and scrutiny surrounding their relationship, even after their breakup. It also sheds light on the complexities of navigating fame, relationships, and public perception in the entertainment industry.