SHOCKING REVELATION: Rikki Mae Davao Breaks Down in Tears — Names Individuals She Claims Destroyed the Life of Her Father, the Late Ricky Davao

In a revelation that has rocked both the entertainment industry and the public, Rikki Mae Davao, daughter of the late actor-director Ricky Davao, broke down in tears during a televised interview — naming, for the first time, specific individuals whom she claims contributed to her father’s emotional and professional downfall in his final years.

“He suffered in silence… and now I won’t be silent anymore.”

Speaking with raw emotion on the late-night talk program The Truth Uncovered, Rikki Mae didn’t hold back as she shared the pain her father went through — not just from his battle with cancer, but from betrayal, manipulation, and isolation that she alleges was orchestrated by people within the industry.

“My father was a fighter. But some people made sure he lost battles not even related to his illness,” she said tearfully.

The Names That Shocked Everyone

With the nation listening, Rikki Mae named three individuals she believes played a role in diminishing Ricky Davao’s final years, both emotionally and professionally:

1. Maria Dolores “Lolit” Solis — Veteran Showbiz Columnist

“Tita Lolit wrote things about my dad that hurt him deeply. Things that weren’t true. He told me once, ‘Hindi na ako makabalik ng maayos sa industriya dahil sa mga binibitawan niyang salita.’ My dad wasn’t confrontational, but it affected his career offers.”

Lolit Solis, known for her sharp commentary, had in past years written blind items allegedly referring to Ricky’s “declining credibility” and “behind-the-scenes behavior,” which Rikki now claims were entirely unfounded and damaging to his legacy.

2. Carla Sta. Maria — Former Film Executive

Rikki also named Carla Sta. Maria, a former executive at a major TV network, saying her father was “blacklisted quietly” after a disagreement over creative direction on a 2020 teleserye.

“My father stood up for artistic integrity, and that cost him projects. Carla made sure his name was erased from their roster. They said he was ‘difficult to work with’—but he was just passionate.”

3. A Former Close Friend Turned Betrayer: “Direk Nestor Ramos”

Perhaps the most emotional part of the interview was when Rikki mentioned Nestor Ramos, an indie film director and once a close confidante of Ricky Davao.

“He betrayed my father in the worst way — by stealing a project idea and pitching it as his own. My dad cried when he found out. He said, ‘Akala ko kaibigan ko siya.’ That broke something in him.”

The film in question, an acclaimed historical drama released in 2023, had long been in Ricky’s notebooks, according to Rikki Mae. She claimed they even had timestamped drafts to prove the original concept belonged to her father.

“They didn’t just damage his career — they broke his spirit.”

As her voice cracked and tears fell, Rikki Mae said her father never publicly retaliated, choosing instead to protect his peace. But as his daughter, she felt it was time to speak up — not out of revenge, but to honor the truth of his struggles and the quiet dignity with which he endured them.

Public Reaction: An Outpouring of Sympathy and Rage

Within hours of the interview airing, hashtags like #JusticeForRickyDavao, #RikkiMaeSpeaks, and #StopIndustryAbuse began trending across social media.

Fans, colleagues, and fellow actors rallied to Rikki’s side, with many expressing regret over how an artist as esteemed as Ricky Davao may have suffered in silence.

“He gave us decades of brilliant work. We owe him more than this,” actor John Arcilla posted.
“It’s time we stop protecting abusers just because they’re powerful,” tweeted screenwriter Moira Lang.

What Happens Now?

There is no confirmation yet whether Rikki Mae or the Davao family will pursue legal action for defamation or intellectual property theft, but sources close to the family say they are “considering all options.”

Meanwhile, neither Lolit Solis, Carla Sta. Maria, nor Direk Nestor Ramos have responded publicly to the accusations — but media outlets have reached out for statements.

A Daughter’s Final Plea

Rikki Mae ended the interview with a message not of hate, but of justice:

“All I want now is for the world to know what he went through. Maybe others can learn from it. Maybe someone will finally speak out before it’s too late — the way I wish he did.”