Celebrity friends defend Alden Richards amid allegations
MANILA, Philippines — Ai-Ai delas Alas, Betong Sumaya, Jerald Napoles and Ogie Diaz came to the defense of Alden Richards amid allegations made by a social media personality involving a condominium unit and expensive watches.
The celebrities recalled instances when Alden extended help to them and their families.
Ai-Ai, who referred to Alden by his nickname David, described him as generous, kind and sensitive to the needs of his colleagues and friends.
“Napaka-harot, generous, mabait, sensitive sa mga pangangailangan ng mga kasama niya sa industriya, lalo na sa mga kaibigan niya,” she wrote.
The comedienne added that Alden does not like talking about the people he has helped.
She recalled how the actor once visited her restaurant near ABS-CBN and suggested having it renovated. Although she initially told him that the establishment was relatively new, she said an architect was already involved in the project the following day.
Ai-Ai ended her message with words of support for the actor, saying she would continue to be there for him.
Betong also vouched for Alden's generosity, recalling how the actor provided financial assistance when his brother Allan became ill.
“Ilang beses na niya akong tinulungan pati ang pamilya ko,” Betong said.
“Tulong na 'di mo inaasahan pero nandyan siya,” he added.
The comedian also recalled how Alden supported his live-selling business during the pandemic by buying all his merchandise, even though he was not obliged to do so.
“Hinding-hindi namin makalilimutan itong kabaitan mo,” Betong said, adding that he believed the actor had helped many others by sharing his blessings.
“Kaya please tigilan niyo si Alden,” he added.
Betong ended his post with a pointed message to those criticizing the actor: “You better shut your badbreath mouth.”
Meanwhile, Jerald shared a message about kindness, judgment and the importance of recognizing people's intentions, without directly naming the controversy in the quoted statement.
“Not every act of kindness is seen by the world. Not every good deed is remembered by people. And not every heart is understood by those who judge it,” he wrote.
“But God sees what others don’t. He knows the intentions behind every action, the kindness given in silence, and the truth that no one else can fully see,” he added.
Jerald encouraged people to choose understanding over condemnation, writing, “May we always choose grace over judgment, and truth over noise.”
Ogie, for his part, questioned why Alden was being criticized over the allegations instead of the matter being addressed directly by the person claiming ownership of the properties.
“Nagtataka lang ako. Bakit kailangang pabanatan si Alden Richards dahil hindi nila mabawi sa aktor ang condo at mga relo?” Ogie said.
He also questioned whether the condominium's owner had checked security camera footage to establish when Alden last visited the property.
“Kanya ang condo, siya ang may-ari. 'Di pala nagsosoli ng mga relo, eh bakit hindi mo i-demanda?” Ogie added.
The commentator further questioned why the dispute had become a public controversy, raising the possibility that the breakdown of Alden's relationship with the people involved had contributed to the situation.
Ogie also pointed out that the actor has several business ventures and questioned why he would allegedly claim ownership of a condominium that was not his.
“Anyway, baka 'yung iba, nakataas ang kilay kumbakit ko idinedepensa si Alden ha? Walang kalaban-laban, hindi lang kumikibo, pero pinanggigigilan,” he said.
The controversy stemmed from allegations by social media personality Xian Gaza involving a condominium unit and six expensive watches that he claimed had been loaned to Alden. The claims drew attention on social media, prompting discussions about the actor and his alleged dealings with the people involved.
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