Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid once again displayed her humility and professionalism after a promotional mishap involving her and rising star Fyang Smith sparked controversy online.

The issue arose when the Kapamilya digital team released a promotional material for the Myx Music Awards presenters.

Fans noticed that Regine’s photo was noticeably smaller compared to Fyang Smith’s, prompting them to voice their displeasure on social media. Many saw the discrepancy as a slight against the music icon’s legendary status.

The Kapamilya digital team quickly addressed the backlash, issuing a public apology through Instagram. In their statement, they acknowledged their mistake without detailing the specifics but emphasized their deep respect for Regine’s contributions to the entertainment industry.

Despite the uproar, Regine responded graciously to the apology, saying, “Di naman kailangan pero naappreciate ko ang effort.” Her calm and understanding approach won praise from her fans, who contrasted her reaction to how other stars might have handled the situation.

@myxglobal fyang over THE Regine Velasquez?? Are you out of your mind???!! https://t.co/rDjkseRJwW

— ♡ (@rvf_janna) November 20, 2024

While Regine chose to move on, her loyal fans were not as quick to forgive. Many criticized the oversight and questioned how such an error could occur given Regine’s towering legacy in the music industry.

For Regine, the incident was a small ripple in a career that has spanned over four decades. With sold-out concerts both locally and internationally and an enduring influence in music, the Songbird doesn’t need to assert her place in the industry—her legacy speaks for itself.