Kim Chiu has come under fire from some netizens after making a joke about Ryzza Mae Dizon during a recent episode of ‘It’s Showtime’.
The moment occurred during a segment with Brent Manalo, who said, “Si Lotus Feet, nasa likod mo.” As Jugs Jugueta appeared dressed as a spooky character, Kim quipped, “Ay! Bakit si Ryzza Mae?”
The remark quickly circulated on social media, with some viewers criticizing the actress-host for allegedly using Ryzza Mae as the punchline of a joke.
Several users on Reddit and other platforms expressed disappointment over the comment.
One netizen wrote: “Grabe si Kim. Ryzza Mae is beautiful.”
The same commenter added: “Natural beauty (got nothing against retoke ah) and started working as early as 7 y.o at nagsikap to get what she has right now. Tapos gagawin pa rin syang katatawanan?”
Other social media users also shared similar sentiments, with some saying the joke was outdated and inappropriate.
Among the reactions were: “Waley joke mo Kim kasi grabe glow up ni Ryzza Mae ngayong dalaga na siya.”
“2026 na using Ryzza Mae as ‘panlalait’ is so old!! Keep up naman dyan ate Kim! Gamit gamit ng brain cells go out ganun para naman may bago!!”
“Bakit ginagawang katatawanan si Ryzza Mae? Sobra naman sa panglalait.”
Some critics even called on Kim to issue a public apology over the incident.
However, the actress also received support from her fans, who argued that the backlash had become excessive. They pointed out that some online users had gone beyond criticizing the joke itself by reviving past controversies involving Kim, including comments about her appearance.
Amid the online discussion, Kim posted a brief message on social media that read: “Good morning. God bless po sa inyong lahat. Stay happy. Smile!”
While Kim did not directly address the controversy, some supporters interpreted the post as her way of remaining positive despite the criticism.
Others also defended the actress, with one fan commenting: “Magpasalamat na lang si Ryzza kasi biglang pinag-uusapan siya. Halos lahat na-curious kung sino si Ryzza, lalo na ngayon na pumasok si Bimby. Wala namang masama sa sinabi ni Kim kasi magkamukha naman talaga.”
As of writing, neither Kim Chiu nor Ryzza Mae Dizon has released an official statement regarding the issue, while discussions among supporters and critics continue across social media.
