Vice Ganda said she feels a responsibility to speak out on national and political issues, stressing that her conscience would not allow her to remain silent despite living a comfortable life.
In an interview with broadcast journalist Karen Davila on the ‘TV Patrol’ anchor’s YouTube channel, the comedian-host said she recognizes the power of her platform and the responsibility that comes with it.
“I’m given the platform, opportunity, responsibility to use my voice not just for myself,” Vice Ganda said.
She admitted that, at this point in her life and career, she no longer needs to comment on political matters, but explained that doing nothing would go against her values.
“Hindi siya kaya ng konsensya ko kasi paano ‘yong mga nakapaligid sa ‘kin? At hindi rin kinakaya ng kaluluwa, konsensya ko ‘yong araw-araw na masang Pilipino na nakakausap ko sa ‘Showtime’ tapos wala ako pakialam sa kanila. Kasi sila may pakialam sa ‘kin, kaya may pakialam din ako sa kanila,” she said.
Vice Ganda traced her interest in national issues to her upbringing, sharing that she grew up watching the news and was frequently tasked to report current events during her school years. Despite this background, the former political science student at Far Eastern University made it clear that entering politics is not something she envisions for herself.
“Hinding-hindi siya bukal sa kalooban ko, hindi siya ang gusto ng puso ko,” Vice Ganda said, noting that pursuing public office would require her to give up her showbiz career.
“Kung pipiliin ko ‘yong public service, kailangan ko i-devote buong buhay ko sa public service,” she added.
The ‘It’s Showtime’ host also revealed that she has received offers to run for public office in the past, but said she rejected them outright.
During the same interview, Vice Ganda spoke about her nickname “Meme,” which she described as a source of joy because it reflects her connection with people who see her as a maternal figure.
“It makes me happy na… parang mayroon kaming pagkakaunawaan, relatinship, may koneskyon kami,” she said.
Motherhood is also a central theme in Vice Ganda’s upcoming Metro Manila Film Festival entry ‘Call Me Mother’, set to premiere on December 25. Directed by Jun Robles Lana, the film follows a queer mother seeking to adopt a young boy, whose journey becomes complicated when the child’s biological mother, played by Nadine Lustre, becomes increasingly involved.
Vice Ganda also discussed ‘It’s Showtime’, her friendships with Coco Martin and Anne Curtis, her marriage to Ion Perez, and her plans to have a child through surrogacy.
Known for her candid commentary, Vice Ganda has consistently addressed political and social issues on-air, including corruption allegations involving flood-control projects and controversial remarks by government officials.
