In a statement, Ogie Diaz denied being the one who started speculations about the breakup of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, as well as the rumors linking Daniel to Andrea Brillantes. The comedian and talent manager emphasized that he sincerely hopes that these rumors are not true.
In his latest vlog titled “Ogie Diaz Showbiz Update” on Sunday, November 12, Diaz explained that he merely reiterated the speculations he heard, emphasizing that he had mentioned several times that they were “not confirmed.”
“Ang kinakalat namin ay sana hindi totoo… at laging may ‘hindi pa ito confirmed,” he said. “Ito naman, ‘yung issue dito [sa Kathniel], ‘yan ‘yung mga kumakalat at bali-balita. Hindi naman sa akin unang nagsimula ‘yan.”
Mama Loi Villarama, his co-host, added that only the parties involved can confirm or deny the speculations. She also pointed out that it’s normal for couples to have misunderstandings and, at times, take some time for themselves.
“Ako naman, naniniwala ako na si Daniel at Kathryn, sila pa rin naman ang ending,” pahayag ni Diaz. “Tulad ng hiling ng mga Kathniel (fans nina Bernardo at Padilla) at tulad din ng hiling namin sa mga nakaraang episode, sana hindi totoo ‘yung mga naglalabasan—na hindi sa akin nagsimula ito. Gusto ko lang linawin.” Diaz Said.
In Diaz’s previous vlogs, he mentioned reports that the power couple has parted ways, and there were alleged secret meetings between Padilla and Andrea. Due to this, Diaz was criticized by fans of Bernardo and Padilla for citing unconfirmed information. If you remember, Ogie Diaz became trending as a Fake News Peddler, and he was even threatened with mass reporting on his YouTube channel.
With this clarification, Ogie Diaz hopes to reduce speculation and maintain the trust of KathNiel fans. However, concerns persist that this might lead to various reactions from supporters of the said love team.