The entertainment world is in complete disbelief as one of the country’s most beloved heartthrobs, Piolo Pascual, drops a bombshell that no one — not even his son, actor and musician Iñigo Pascual — saw coming. In an emotional and raw exclusive interview that aired over the weekend, Piolo opened up about a deeply personal truth he has long kept hidden from the public.

What started as a candid conversation about love and life quickly turned into a full-blown confession that’s now shaking showbiz and social media to its core.

“I’ve always believed in love — not labels,” Piolo said, his voice trembling with emotion.

The crowd fell silent.

Then came the moment that had viewers glued to their screens. Piolo revealed that he had been in a longtime relationship with a “special man” — a companion he lovingly referred to as his “constant,” who had been by his side for years.

Though he stopped short of naming the mystery man, he described him as “loyal, supportive, and the one who saw me when I felt invisible.”

The internet went into meltdown.

Fans flooded Twitter and Facebook with mixed reactions — some shocked, others overjoyed by his honesty. Hashtags like #PioloSpeaksOut, #LoveIsLove, and #BoyletConfirmed immediately trended worldwide.

But perhaps the most unexpected reaction came from Iñigo Pascual, Piolo’s 26-year-old son. According to sources close to the Pascual family, Iñigo had “no idea” about his father’s relationship and was “caught off guard.”

“He was shocked, but he’s processing it,” a source revealed. “There was no warning.”

Still, insiders say the father and son are talking things through. Iñigo, known for his calm and mature demeanor, has chosen to remain silent for now but is expected to release a statement in the coming days.

Piolo’s management has also refused to comment further, stating only:

“Mr. Pascual has always lived with integrity. We ask the public to respect his privacy at this time.”

Meanwhile, media outlets and vloggers are scrambling for more details about the mystery man. Rumors are swirling — with some speculating the identity of the “boylet” may be someone from the entertainment industry, possibly an artist Piolo has worked closely with in recent years.

Veteran showbiz columnists have praised Piolo’s bravery, calling it a “powerful step forward” for representation in Philippine media.

“This is a watershed moment,” one entertainment insider commented. “For a megastar like Piolo to come forward — that’s huge. He didn’t need to do this, but he chose authenticity.”

Backlash, however, has also emerged. Some conservative groups have voiced concern, calling his revelation “controversial” and “influential in the wrong direction.” Still, the overwhelming majority of fans and fellow celebrities have expressed support and admiration for Piolo’s candor.

Fellow actors, including Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz, and Vice Ganda, took to social media to show love and encouragement, with Vice tweeting:

“Totoo ka, Papa P. Love wins. Always.”

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As the Pascual family navigates this intensely public moment, one thing remains clear: Piolo Pascual has changed the narrative.

He may have shocked a nation, but in doing so, he’s also opened a door — one that many never imagined he’d walk through.

And just like that, Piolo Pascual’s legacy isn’t just about being a matinee idol anymore — it’s about being real.