MJ Lastimosa Linked to Controversy Involving Small Laude
MJ LASTIMOSA – The beauty queen was unexpectedly linked to a controversy involving social media personality Small Laude, her husband Philip Laude, and a rumored affair with Precious Mae Larra.
The speculation began after netizens connected the initials “MJ” mentioned in viral screenshots to Miss Universe Philippines 2014, MJ Lastimosa. At the press conference for her upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival 2024 entry, Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital, MJ expressed confusion, stating, “Wala akong encounter with them. Yung first and last encounter ko with them was in LA (Los Angeles) nu’ng na-invite ako sa mansion nila. Pero after that, wala naman. Bakit, anong nangyari? Pinagselosan ako? Ano ba kasi ang ginawa ko?”
When told that the post described “MJ” as “maitim” and “dugyot,” MJ reacted humorously, saying, “Hoy, grabe naman yung maitim! Kahit maitim, hindi ko siya ikinahihiya. Kaya nga nagbi-beach pa ako para umitim pa lalo!”
MJ also shared her excitement about her new film, Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital, a meta-horror movie produced by Dondon Monteverde and Erik Matti.The movie follows a group of friends who investigate a haunted hospital abroad. MJ emphasized the film’s blend of reality and horror, making it a compelling experience for viewers. Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital premieres on December 25 as part of the MMFF’s 50th edition.
Meanwhile, MJ Lastimosa is a beauty queen and actress. She won the title of Miss Universe Philippines 2014 and represented the country at the Miss Universe 2014 pageant, where she placed in the top 10.
Before winning Miss Universe Philippines, MJ had a successful pageant career, participating in various local competitions such as Davao’s Loveliest and Reyna ng Aliwan. She first competed in Binibining Pilipinas in 2011, where she placed as second runner-up, and again in 2012, reaching the top 12. She also won several special awards, including Miss Philippine Airlines and Miss Avon Philippines.