“DISAPPOINTED AND HURT”: Vice Ganda Reacts to MC and Lassy’s Gambling Confession on Toni Gonzaga’s Show — “I Didn’t Expect This…”
In a shocking twist that has left fans speechless and the entertainment industry buzzing, Vice Ganda has reportedly expressed deep disappointment after watching a viral interview featuring MC Muah and Lassy Marquez on Toni Gonzaga’s popular online talk show, Toni Talks.
The interview, which aired just days ago, tackled various topics — but what truly shook the online world was the surprise confession by the comedic duo involving their past (and possibly ongoing) involvement in gambling. What made things even more controversial? The fact that Vice Ganda, their longtime friend, mentor, and co-star, claims he found out about it during the interview — just like everyone else.
The Viral Interview That Started It All
In the now-viral Toni Talks episode, Toni Gonzaga sat down with MC and Lassy, widely known as Vice Ganda’s closest comedy sidekicks, for what seemed like a lighthearted interview.
But midway through, Toni brought up personal struggles and discipline. That’s when MC and Lassy dropped the bombshell.
“There was a time we were addicted to gambling,” Lassy admitted.
“Casino, sabong, online betting — name it. We were there,” MC added with a nervous laugh.
The tone shifted instantly.
What started as a funny confession quickly turned serious when Toni asked how it affected their finances, work, and relationships. The two shared that they lost significant amounts of money, and at one point, even risked missing shows and professional commitments — an indirect reference that many fans now believe includes Vice’s popular noontime show “It’s Showtime”.
Vice Ganda’s Quiet but Telling Reaction
Vice Ganda, who had remained silent for nearly 48 hours after the interview dropped, finally broke his silence in a cryptic and emotional social media post.
On X (formerly Twitter), Vice wrote:
“You think you know people until they show you who they really are on someone else’s couch. #DisappointedButNotSurprised”
He followed this up on Instagram Stories with a black screen and the word:
“Wow.”
The posts went viral in minutes. Fans were quick to link the posts to the interview, with many saying the timing was no coincidence.
A Deep Friendship Put to the Test
For years, MC and Lassy were more than just co-stars to Vice Ganda — they were family. Vice helped elevate their careers, consistently gave them opportunities onstage and onscreen, and treated them like brothers.
Sources close to Vice reveal that he was deeply hurt, not just because of the gambling — but because he wasn’t told personally.
“Vice felt betrayed,” said one insider. “They could’ve told him privately, especially if it affected their work. But he had to hear it from an interview — as if he were just another viewer.”
Another source claimed Vice was embarrassed, knowing that their noontime show was being indirectly linked to the duo’s reckless past, something he worked so hard to maintain with professionalism.
The Public Reacts
Social media exploded.
Fans took sides — some sympathizing with Vice, while others defended MC and Lassy for being honest about their past struggles.
#WeStandWithVice trended for hours, with netizens posting comments like:
“Vice gave you the spotlight, and this is how you return the favor?”
“You don’t confess in public what should’ve been resolved in private.”
“Vice isn’t mad about the gambling — he’s hurt you didn’t trust him enough to tell him first.”
Others saw it differently:
“MC and Lassy are human. They were just being real.”
“Why are people making it about Vice? They were talking about their story.”
“This is why people stay quiet — because honesty gets punished.”
Even Toni Gonzaga was dragged into the conversation, with some users accusing her of “digging for drama” or “airing someone else’s dirty laundry.” However, Toni has not commented on the backlash.
MC and Lassy’s Response
Feeling the heat, MC and Lassy issued a joint statement via Instagram:
“We didn’t intend to hurt anyone with our story. What we shared was our truth. We love and respect Vice so much — he is family to us. If we’ve disappointed him, we are truly sorry. We never meant to disrespect or embarrass him.”
They added that the gambling episode is “a thing of the past,” and that they have since sought help and turned their lives around.
“We are grateful for the second chances — especially the one Vice gave us. We hope to be worthy of that every day.”
Industry Colleagues Weigh In
Several celebrities close to the trio have shared their thoughts.
Anne Curtis, Vice’s co-host on It’s Showtime, posted:
“Every family has issues. The important thing is to talk it out, not post it out.”
Comedian Negi, also a close friend of the group, said in a Facebook Live:
“They all love each other. This is just a misunderstanding. But yes, Vice has every right to feel hurt.”
Where Do They Go From Here?
Will this be the end of the iconic trio? Or is this just a painful bump in a long-lasting friendship?
Sources say that Vice Ganda has not responded to MC and Lassy’s apology and has chosen to take time off social media to “process his emotions.”
Meanwhile, producers of It’s Showtime declined to comment when asked if the recent issue would affect the on-screen dynamic of the show.
But fans who’ve followed the three for years are hoping that forgiveness and healing will come soon.
“They made us laugh together,” one netizen wrote. “I hope they find their way back together — stronger and wiser.”
Closing Thoughts
This controversy has reminded the public that even the strongest bonds in showbiz are not immune to hurt, secrets, and disappointment. Vice Ganda’s silence — and his single word: “Wow” — may speak volumes, but only time will tell if this chapter ends in forgiveness or finality.
One thing is certain:
The nation is watching.
And the next move belongs to Vice.