Bela Padilla is quickly becoming a fan favorite on the popular noontime show ‘It’s Showtime,’ with viewers expressing their desire to see her join the roster of regular hosts.
The actress-director has been making waves with her natural hosting skills, playful energy, and heartfelt advice during her guest appearances, particularly in the segment ‘EXpecially For You.’
Padilla’s interactions with Vice Ganda have been a highlight of the show, with their witty exchanges and meaningful advice to contestants resonating with the audience. Even Vice Ganda has praised Padilla for her insights, jokingly asking why she hadn’t joined the show earlier.
“Ang ganda ng mga sinabi mo. Bakit ngayon ka lang pumasok rito? Pagod na pagod na rin ako. Ilang buwan ko na rin itong ginagawa. Bakla ka! Wala kang habag!” Vice Ganda quipped during one of their on-air conversations, acknowledging her valuable contributions.
Bela Padilla should be a regular at It’s Showtime. Hindi lang dapat si Vice magdadala ng utak at sense sa mga bagaybagay. Bela will always be Bela – smart and makes sense. Bagay siya sa episode dahil sa pagiging Hugot Queen niya, as a mapakanakit. Dito sa episode ng Showtime,… pic.twitter.com/8rlacbq3eO
— Gabby (@gabdorian_) August 7, 2024
The chemistry between Padilla and Vice Ganda, along with her ability to connect with the “madlang people,” has sparked a clamor among fans for her to be included as a permanent host on the show. Social media has been abuzz with requests from viewers who believe Padilla would be a perfect addition to the hosting team.
Pasok na pasok humor ni Bela Padilla sa Showtime hahahaha #YowShowtime
— (@wonderwonu18) August 13, 2024
Ang refreshing makita si Bela Padilla sa It’s Showtime! #ShowtimeGoldTime
— britrey (@britrey) August 12, 2024
Bagay si bela padilla sa showtime. Kaya kasi niya makipag sabayan sa talino ni vice. #PickShowtime
— Sophia (@ohmygoolay) August 9, 2024
pwedeng semi-regular na ito si BELA PADILLA sa Showtime, TALAGANG GEN Z at MILLENNIALS ang mga nanonood ng #PickShowtime
— Paolo Mendoza (@ImPaoloMendoza) August 9, 2024
Super na-happy ako kanina nung nagising ako ng tanghali and Bela Padilla’s on Showtime.
Para siyang yung recurring guest sa TV series na every season inaabangan mo.
— J ♀️ (@inkprincess31) August 7, 2024
Padilla herself addressed the growing fan demand on her X (formerly Twitter) account, humorously reassuring her supporters, “Wag po tayo magwelga I’ll be there tomorrow,” in a post on Sunday.
Wag po tayo magwelga I’ll be there tomorrow ❤️ https://t.co/rC0NJf4UDc
— Bela Padilla (@padillabela) August 10, 2024
While there has been no official announcement regarding Padilla’s potential inclusion as a regular host, the overwhelming support from viewers suggests that many are eager to see her as a permanent fixture on ‘It’s Showtime.’
