Rumors about an alleged misunderstanding between Jopay Paguia-Zamora and Rochelle Pangilinan recently surfaced online after fans noticed Jopay’s absence from the ‘Get Get Aw Concert: The Finale’ held on April 30.
The issue was discussed in a recent episode of ‘Showbiz Updates’ hosted by Ogie Diaz, where he shared the rumors he allegedly heard regarding the two former SexBomb Girls members.
“Maraming nagtanong sa atin kung bakit wala raw sa rAWnd 6 itong si Jopay. Nagtanong-tanong nga ako kasi bakit ba wala?” Ogie said.
“Yon nga, ang nasagap nga natin mayro’n daw hindi pagkakaunawaan itong si Rochelle Panganiban at si Jopay,” he added.
According to Ogie, he attempted to verify the rumors by speaking with Jopay’s husband, Joshua Zamora.
Joshua reportedly explained that Jopay was unable to participate because of health concerns and insufficient rehearsal time.
“Wala raw talaga do’n si Jopay kasi coincidentally, he wasn’t able to rehearse kasi when she sustained injury and health issues, we just opted na lang to rest para makapag-prepare for world tour,” Ogie quoted Joshua as saying.
However, Ogie noted that when he followed up with questions regarding the rumored issue between Rochelle and Jopay, he no longer received a response.
Prior to this, Jopay’s management, Kate Anjela Management and Services, also released an official statement explaining her absence from the concert.
“JOPAY was unable to join the finale due to a medical condition affecting her knees,” the statement read.
“Following her physician’s strict advice, she was required to complete her treatment and prioritize rest, which unfortunately prevented her from participating in the necessary rehearsals and training sessions for the show.”
The management further emphasized that prioritizing Jopay’s long-term recovery was the main reason behind the decision.
Despite the circulating rumors, neither Jopay nor Rochelle has directly confirmed any alleged conflict between them.
