Fans Tease Maris Racal Over Viral Selfie with Cup of Joe Vocalist
MARIS RACAL – The actress made headlines online after a selfie with Cup of Joe vocalist Gian Bernardino went viral, earning her the playful nickname “saint patron na tirador ng mga vocalist.” Posted on February 12, 2026, the photo shows the two side by side, with Maris holding a flower and tagging Gian. The caption simply read “Plot twist” with a white heart emoji.
Fans quickly reacted, teasing Maris for her apparent fondness for vocalists. Comments ranged from laughter to jokes about her past relationships with musicians, highlighting her connection to the music world.
Others clarified that Maris and Gian are just friends, noting that Gian is openly gay and that romantic speculation was unnecessary. The playful banter reflects how fans often interact with celebrity posts, mixing humor with curiosity about personal lives.
Maris’s previous relationship with Rico Blanco, a former vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter of Rivermaya, also came up in discussions, showing how fans connect her present interactions to her past. Despite the jokes, Maris kept the focus on her music rather than her personal life, letting her professional work remain the center of attention.
The selfie is tied to Maris’s latest project, her single Sino ang Tanga, in which Gian appears in the music video. This explains the photo’s context and confirms that the viral attention is driven by a professional collaboration rather than a romantic connection. The image promotes the song while engaging fans on social media.
Meanwhile, Maris Racal is an actress, singer, and performer who first gained public attention as a contestant on the reality show Pinoy Big Brother: All In. She later became a regular talent of ABS-CBN, starring in TV dramas, variety shows, and films. She is also a recording artist, releasing singles and music videos, and has collaborated with other Filipino musicians, including Gian Bernardino.