Recently, rumors have been swirling online suggesting a romantic link between singer-actress Vina Morales and actor Jake Ejercito. But Vina has spoken up—and she’s clearly putting the gossip to rest.

In the buzz-generating post by a vlogger, a video clip of Vina and Jake campaigning together in Jolo, Sulu had social media speculating about something more than friendship. However, Vina laughed off the rumors in a statement to PEP.ph, explaining that the story is purely based on one video together during a campaign stint—and that she and Jake are nothing more than friends.

Far from dodging questions, Vina said she chose not to respond immediately to avoid further fueling speculation. But now she’s clarifying once and for all: “He is a good friend and we worked together when we were in Sulu…and just one post ng vlogger na magkasama kami campaigning, they assumed we are dating. There’s no truth to that post.”

For context, Vina and Jake joined forces for a rally in support of congressman Samier Tan during the May 2025 campaign season. A video of the two arriving in Sulu, sharing a motorcade, and engaging with the crowd sparked the viral speculation. Vina’s Instagram caption expressed genuine gratitude for the warm welcome and the companionship extended by congressman Tan —nothing romantic, just supportive teamwork.

Beyond addressing the dating rumors, Vina is excited about her upcoming acting project. Her new show, Cruz vs. Cruz, premiered on GMA-7 on June 30, featuring a star-studded cast including Gladys Reyes, Kristoffer Martin, and Elijah Alejo. Clearly, her focus remains on her career and creative path.

In the end, this is a story of how a single post can easily spiral into gossip. Thankfully, Vina’s candid response and trademark humor have quelled rumors before they could take deeper root.

At 49, Vina Morales is a respected veteran in Philippine showbiz, known for her impressive musical talent, acting range, and personal strength. She’s weathered both successes and controversies—like her past relationship with businessman Cedric Lee—and proven time and time again that she can hold her own, especially when it comes to steering her narrative.

Jake Ejercito, at 35, carries on his family’s legacy in entertainment and politics, making occasional appearances on television and events—and teaming up with Vina in Jolo was simply a gesture of solidarity and friendship. It’s a dynamic strongly confirmed by Vina herself.

So there it is—no romantic sparks, no hidden connection. Just two colleagues and friends supporting a campaign together. In a world hungry for scandal, it’s refreshing when honesty and directness cut right through the noise. And Vina Morales? She remains unapologetically in control of her story.