The whole Philippines should be ashamed for worshiping a useless tennis player like her, isn’t her mother a waitress….” This is exactly what Joey de Leon suddenly attacked and humiliated Alexandra Eala and her family causing chaos behind the scenes with boos and applause. Joey de Leon did not stop there, he also got excited about sexual provocation, causing outrage from some parts of the audience. Fans believe he is trying to hide something from the incident of 25.5 million dollars from “Eat Bulaga!” after the “lubid” incident that forced M*RCB to apologize. But right after, Eala stunned everyone with a 12-word answer that made Joey bow his head in silence…
The entertainment industry in the Philippines is no stranger to controversy, but this time, the storm that erupted after Joey de Leon’s shocking remarks about young tennis star Alexandra Eala has left the entire nation stunned. During a live segment, Joey reportedly made a scathing statement mocking Eala’s achievements and even dragging her family background into the spotlight. “The whole Philippines should be ashamed for worshiping a useless tennis player like her, isn’t her mother a waitress?” he said, leaving both the live audience and viewers in disbelief.
As soon as his words echoed through the studio, chaos unfolded. Some audience members began to boo loudly, while others, perhaps too stunned to react, sat in awkward silence. A few claps could be heard—allegedly from supporters of Joey who mistook his words as part of a comedy bit. However, it quickly became clear that this was no joke. His subsequent remarks, laced with what many described as “sexual provocation,” crossed the line even further. Social media exploded with furious reactions, calling his behavior “disgusting,” “unprofessional,” and “a disgrace to Philippine entertainment.”
Many fans speculated that Joey’s outburst was not random at all, but a deliberate attempt to divert public attention away from the rumored 25.5 million dollar controversy surrounding “Eat Bulaga!” The infamous “lubid” incident, which allegedly forced M*RCB to issue a public apology, has haunted Joey and the network for months. Observers now believe that his attack on Eala was a calculated move to stir chaos and bury ongoing scandals beneath new headlines.
Yet, what truly shocked everyone came moments later when Alexandra Eala herself responded. Calm and composed, the young tennis prodigy simply said, “My worth isn’t defined by your words, but by my work.” The twelve words, delivered with quiet confidence, reportedly silenced the entire room. Even Joey de Leon, known for his quick wit and sharp tongue, lowered his head and said nothing more.
Eala’s response spread across social media like wildfire. Fans hailed her as a symbol of grace under fire, praising her maturity despite the public humiliation. Prominent figures in sports and entertainment also came forward to defend her, emphasizing the importance of respect and professionalism. Meanwhile, Joey de Leon is now facing calls for accountability, with netizens demanding a formal apology and disciplinary action from the network.
In the end, what was meant as a moment of ridicule turned into a powerful reminder that words can wound—but they can also reveal character. Alexandra Eala’s calm dignity shone brighter than any scandal, leaving Joey de Leon and his followers to face the backlash of their own making.
