SPEAKING OUT: Vilma Santos Breaks Her Silence on Jessy Mendiola Rumors — Here’s the Truth Behind the Headlines

📍 Manila, Philippines — After weeks of mounting speculation and viral gossip circulating on social media, Filipino screen legend Vilma Santos has finally addressed rumors surrounding her relationship with Jessy Mendiola, the wife of her son Luis Manzano.

🔍 What Did Vilma Santos Really Say?

In an exclusive interview released earlier this week, the award-winning actress and former public servant clarified that there is no rift between her and her daughter-in-law, despite public chatter suggesting otherwise.

“There’s no issue. Misunderstandings happen in any family. But I have never held back in supporting Jessy, especially now that she is a mother to my grandchild,” Vilma said sincerely.

She admitted it was painful to read false accusations online, but chose to remain silent until now, hoping things would settle down naturally. However, the noise grew louder — prompting her to finally speak.

👩‍👧 In-Law Relationship: Just Social Media Misreadings?

In 2023, rumors sparked when netizens noticed Jessy was seemingly absent in a few family photos and events, or not publicly acknowledged on special occasions by Vilma.

Social media users began speculating about a “cold treatment,” but Vilma cleared the air:

“Not everything needs to be posted. Just because something isn’t on social media doesn’t mean it’s not happening in real life.”

She emphasized that private family moments are often best kept intimate, away from the scrutiny of the public.

👶 Raising the Grandchild: Interference or Support?

There were also whispers online suggesting differences in opinion on how Luis and Jessy are raising their child — but Vilma strongly denied being overbearing.

“How a child is raised is up to the parents. My role as a grandmother is to love and support. I’ve never interfered nor imposed on Jessy’s choices.”

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📝 Bottom Line:

While no family is perfect, Vilma Santos has made it clear that love, respect, and communication define her relationship with Jessy. Despite the noise from online chatter, the veteran actress chose this moment to correct misinformation — not for publicity, but for the peace of her family.

📌 “I usually keep quiet, but when it’s about family, I will speak up,” Vilma said.