Ira Pablo Reacts to Apple David’s Relationship Controversy
IRA PABLO – The former PBA reporter reacted to the controversy involving sports reporter Apple David and 18-year-old Letran Knights player Chad Gammad.
Ira openly criticized Apple on social media, saying that many people in the sports community had already been aware of how she acted around basketball players even years ago. She also questioned why the issue only gained public attention recently, especially after Apple allegedly shared posts online that further fueled the rumors.
Ira also expressed disappointment in the sports media industry, saying that some networks continue to support personalities despite concerns about professionalism. According to her, the situation reflects a bigger problem within the system, where inappropriate behavior is sometimes ignored instead of being properly addressed. Her statements quickly circulated online and added more attention to the controversy.
The issue became a trending topic after Apple David was linked to Chad Gammad, mainly because of their age gap. Apple is 33 years old, while Chad recently turned 18. Rumors started after Apple was frequently seen attending Chad’s basketball games, while photos of them together also circulated on social media. Because of this, many netizens shared mixed reactions, with some criticizing the rumored relationship while others believed their private lives should be respected.
Apple later addressed the issue during a TikTok live session. She expressed disappointment over the harsh comments and accusations directed at them online. According to her, many people judged the situation without fully understanding it. She clarified that Chad was already legally an adult when they first met and emphasized that she did not know him while he was still underage. She also shared that both of their families are supportive and that they are happy.
Apple admitted that their age difference may seem unusual to some people, but she believes that two consenting adults should still have the freedom to make personal decisions. She also questioned why the issue became more controversial simply because she is older than the rumored partner. As of now, Chad Gammad has not released any public statement, and neither side has officially confirmed the true status of their relationship.