TAPE Inc. Issues Official Statement Over Departure of TVJ

Official statement of TAPE Inc. on the departure of TVJ

TAPE Inc. – The Television and Production Exponents Inc released a statement on Thursday, June 1, regarding the departure of Tito Sotto III, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon (TVJ) from the company.

In a press statement posted on Seth Jalosjos’ Instagram story, the Director for Finance of TAPE Inc., the Jalosjos family expressed their sadness over what happened on Wednesday, May 31, when TVJ announced their departure from TAPE, Inc. through the long-running noontime show “Eat Bulaga.”

Nevertheless, the Jalosjos family stated that they respect the hosts’ decision to leave. “We are grateful to the men and women who worked tirelessly for the past 43 years to make our noontime show number 1. The success of Eat Bulaga is not dependent only on three (3) people but on the collaborative efforts of its talents, crew and loyal viewers,” said TAPE, Inc.

“We are happy for the full support of GMA 7 on making Eat Bulaga bigger, to bring more fun and excitement to every Filipino,” it added. TAPE, Inc. also assured that they are committed to providing quality entertainment to the public and supporters of the program. “It is unfortunate but life must go on. As with life, we have to accept changes but we have a duty to every Filipino,” said TAPE, Inc.

“Abangan ninyo ang mga bagong magpapasaya at magpapatibok ng ating mga puso. Asahan ninyo ang mas masaya, mas nakakaaliw at HIGIT PA SA ISANG LIBO’T ISANG TUWA na Eat Bulaga. Patuloy ang Dabarkads na maglilingkod para sa inyo, mga Kapuso mula Aparri hanggang Jolo at sa buong mundo. Ang pag-alis ng mga hosts ay hindi dahilan para tumigil ang ikot ng mundo,” the production company noted. “Ang pag-alis ng mga hosts ay hindi dahilan para tumigil ang pag-ikot ng mundo,” it further stated.

Romeo Jalosjos Jr., the President and CEO of Tape Inc., also signed the said press statement. Here’s their official statement: