In the middle of one of the most talked-about scandals in Philippine showbiz and political circles, Xian Gaza has finally spoken out — and his defense of Ivana Alawi has left many stunned.

As rumors intensified over Ivana’s alleged involvement in the marriage of businessman-politician Albee Benitez, Gaza, a controversial and outspoken internet personality, decided to speak up, offering his full support to Ivana.

The Scandal So Far

Everything escalated when the wife of Albee Benitez went public, accusing Ivana of being the “third party” in their marriage. Her statements quickly spread like wildfire across social media platforms, causing a mix of outrage, sympathy, and shock from fans and netizens alike.

Despite the intense speculation, Ivana Alawi has remained silent, refusing to confirm or deny the allegations. This silence has led many to question what the truth really is — and if the rumors may, in fact, be hiding a much deeper issue.

Xian Gaza Steps In

In a surprise Facebook post, Xian Gaza said:

“I can no longer watch in silence while someone I know is being unfairly dragged. Ivana Alawi is not what they claim she is. I know the truth, and one day, so will everyone else.”

Gaza, known for his bold and often controversial takes, didn’t shy away from defending Ivana. He emphasized that people shouldn’t be quick to judge based on one side of the story — especially when the other side has chosen to stay quiet, likely for legal or personal reasons.

“This Is Character Assassination”

Xian further criticized the manner in which Ivana is being tried in the court of public opinion. He described the situation as “character assassination,” saying:

“This isn’t justice — it’s public lynching. People forget that there are real lives involved here.”

He called on the public to practice discernment and patience, hinting that more context would soon emerge that could change public perception.

Is There More to the Story?

While Xian did not provide specific details, his confident tone sparked curiosity. Could there be something about the Benitez marriage that the public doesn’t know? Was Ivana perhaps wrongfully implicated? Gaza’s statements suggest that the public may only be seeing a curated version of events, and that Ivana might just be a scapegoat in a much larger narrative.

Divided Public Reactions

As expected, Gaza’s post ignited another wave of reactions. Some fans praised him for speaking out and defending Ivana in a time when no one else would.

“Finally, someone brave enough to speak. Ivana deserves better,” one netizen wrote.

Others, however, viewed it as another publicity stunt by Gaza, who is no stranger to online drama.

Regardless, the post did one thing effectively — it put pressure on both camps to address the issue more transparently.

Waiting for Ivana

Ivana remains silent, and perhaps for good reason. Legal experts have speculated that the case could escalate into a lawsuit, especially if more evidence surfaces or if the wife of Benitez decides to pursue legal charges for defamation or emotional distress.

Until then, Xian’s public support serves as the most significant statement on her behalf, bringing both comfort and controversy to the already heated situation.