Here’s What Vice Ganda Said About Ion Perez’s Withdrawal From Politics
VICE GANDA – The unexpected withdrawal of Ion Perez from the political race in 2024 sparked intrigue—and now, Vice Ganda is finally speaking out.
Vice Ganda once again captured attention online after appearing in a sincere and emotional interview with journalist Karmina Constantino-Torres on her YouTube show, KC After Hours. One of the key moments in their conversation focused on Vice’s reaction to Ion Perez’s choice to withdraw his Certificate of Candidacy (COC) back in November 2024.
During the interview, Karmina asked the comedian, “When Ion decided to go into politics, but kalaunan he withdrew. Ano yung fear mo nung time na yun? And were you thankful na he didn’t push through?”
Vice answered honestly, “Yeah, I was thankful na he didn’t pursue but I did not convince him not to pursue it, and I also did not convince him to do it, to file for a candidacy.”
He further elaborated on how their relationship works, emphasizing mutual independence and respect. “Ganun yung dynamics namin eh. Hindi ko pakikialaman si Ion, hindi ko i-aayon yung kagustuhan ni Ion sa kagustuhan ko. Yung kailangan yung buhay mo eh nakaayon sa kung anong kagustuhan ko, sa ikaliligaya ko, at kung ano ang pabor sa akin. Ayoko yung, ‘Si Ion, asawa ni Vice’ o ‘partner ni Vice’ kasi si Ion ay si Ion. May sarili siyang life,” he said.
Vice also shared little-known details about Ion’s earlier involvement in community leadership. “Si Ion kasi, leader ng mga SK sa Tarlac. Hindi alam ng karamihan yun, siya ay leader at active talaga siya sa public service nung bata pa lang siya sa Tarlac. Even before I met him. At kinukwento yun ng mga taga-Tarlac, yung para siyang youth leader. Noon pa siya kinukumbinsi na tumakbo bilang konsehal,” Vice recalled.
This discussion not only shed light on Ion’s background in serving the public but also reflected the strength of their relationship—rooted in individuality, respect, and shared understanding.
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