The drama in the Sotto family seems to show no signs of cooling down as Danica Sotto is said to have reacted harshly towards Pauleen Luna. While the relationship between the two women was already not very harmonious, this incident has raised even more questions, especially regarding veteran comedian Vic Sotto and financial issues.
According to close sources, Danica Sotto recently expressed her public dissatisfaction with Pauleen Luna – the current wife of her father, Vic Sotto. These actions have made many people wonder: Is Danica angry because of issues related to her father’s assets and interests?
Some netizens speculate that this incident may have originated from money matters. After many years of Vic Sotto living with Pauleen Luna and having children together, many people believe that the comedian’s assets may be redistributed, causing his stepchildren to worry about their rights.
In the face of escalating rumors and tensions, Pauleen Luna has remained silent. However, those close to her have affirmed that the actress is not weak and will not let anyone attack her easily.
It is said that Pauleen has long been accustomed to gossip and conflicts in the family, but this time, will she continue to ignore them or will she speak up?
As the person in the middle, Vic Sotto certainly cannot ignore the tensions in the family. In the past, he has repeatedly shown his love and care for all of his children, but will he come forward this time to mediate or will he make another move?
The story has not yet ended and the audience is eagerly waiting to see whether Danica Sotto will continue to attack Pauleen Luna. The drama in the Sotto family this time will certainly be a hot topic in the near future.
Danica Sotto puzzled by people’s curiosity on how she will address Pauleen Luna
Danica Sotto on Pauleen Luna: Why? Do I have to call her Mom? No.
Danica Sotto is wondering why people seem to be making a big deal about what she will call Pauleen Luna now that she is going to be the wife of her daddy Vic Sotto.
Today, January 30, Vic and Pauleen’s wedding will take place at St. James The Great Parish, Ayala, Alabang.
Danica said, “Actually, that’s where I’m wondering. Why do people make a big deal on what I’m going to call her?
“Why? Do I have to call her Mom? No.
“Even if you have a stepmom, except if it’s your stepmom, she’s the one who raised you, then you can still call her Mom.
“But we’re old. We don’t have to call her Mommy anymore.
“And secondly, Pauleen also said that, we have mommies, so we don’t need to take our mommies’ place.”
The 32-year-old TV personality added, “That’s why I’m so, so puzzled that a lot of people are laughing at that question.
“It’s like, ‘What are you going to call me?’ That’s the question, it’s like common sense.
“Why call me Auntie or Ate, of course you address her as you do to her.
“Of course, I’m older. The weird thing is, why Mom, eh, she’s not the one raising me.
“Maybe if she were older than me, maybe Tita as a sign of respect.
“But of course, her name.”
Danica added, “But you know, that wasn’t an issue, with Pauleen and me and then with Daddy.
“That’s why I’m laughing at people having an issue.”
THE ACCEPTANCE. It is no secret that Vic and Pauleen have gone through many trials before they reached this stage in their lives.
Aside from the vast age gap—Vic is 61 years old, while Pauleen is only 27—Vic also has four children from three women. In an interview with PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) with Danica, via phone, Danica revealed her thoughts when they were first informed of their father’s decision to marry Pauleen.
He said, “Maybe we were on stage like…
“We are four siblings. We have different opinions.
“I don’t want to say something, that’s not their opinion. I’d like to respect their opinion.
“For me, of course, Daddy is very open about it, it wasn’t easy.
“Because, of course, it was surprising. But there was no fight.
“Maybe it was more of an adjustment period now and you’re going to adjust, like that.
“I guess that’s what I would say.
“Anyone, anyone who gets married, there’s, ‘Yeah, are you sure about that? Are you sure?’
“Even if you’re the same age. Even if you’re close in age, you can really ask that.”
UNEXPECTED. Danica laughed when she admitted that she also didn’t see or expect Pauleen to be the one her dad would marry out of all the women he’s been in relationships with since his parents’ divorce.
“No, I was surprised!” she laughed.
“It’s not anything personal but because she’s younger. I never really thought about it.
“I really thought, one day that Dad will settle down.
“But I never thought about any girl, it seems like there’s none yet.”
In Vic’s previous relationships, did Danica think that it would end in a wedding?
“But maybe even more so since he’s been in a relationship for a long time.”
As the eldest of their four siblings, was it easy or difficult in her situation to see her father get married again?
Danica said, “Actually, it’s a bit difficult in that part…
“Because, before, it was like you were the one relaying the news. To your siblings, to the people around you, right?
“It was like they were the first to ask.
“It was like they expected you to know what was going on. They had such high expectations of you.
“Of course, you’re the one who’s going to tell your siblings.
“But, it’s okay.”
She continued, “Of course, we’re all very open that we still have some adjustments to make.
“We can’t say, ‘Wow, everything’s okay, everything’s okay.’
“Really, getting to know each other, it can’t be said right away.
“It will take time and a lot of like, we really should, bonding too, getting to know each other.
“It’s also hard to judge.”
ADJUSTMENT PERIOD. When it comes to adjustment, what part does she find the most difficult now that their daddy has a wife?
According to Danica, “Well for me, I mean, I’m speaking for myself, we don’t live with Daddy anymore.
“We’re not kids to take care of anymore. You know what I mean?
“That we were in his power, that we were like pitiful people who would be neglected.
“Maybe if we were little and in his power, maybe that’s what made the adjustment.
“For us, there was an adjustment, but more on for adults.
“Of course, for thirty-plus years, we got used to being single.
“And also, the adjustment that of course, we have a new relationship, more of that.”
She added, “I feel like, my relationship with Daddy, that can’t be taken away.
“But of course, that’s all, we have a new relationship.
“And of course, the adjustment that since she [Pauleen] is young, it’s also crucial that I can’t treat her without losing respect.
“At the same time, I can’t treat her like she’s older than me.
“I can’t ask her for advice either.
“But she’s very mature, when I talk to her, she’s very mature.
“Her way of thinking is way beyond her years.”
MESSAGE FOR VIC & PAULEEN. Danica believes that the Lord should be the center of her daddy and Pauleen’s marriage when we asked her for a message for Vic.
“Don’t forget about the Lord. Every decision, they should be in the Lord’s hands.”
She said her message for Pauleen was the same.
Danica said, “The same goes for Daddy.
“I know she’s submissive so I don’t think I can do anything about it.
“I can see her being submissive and then, the age gap between them is so big, it’s impossible for her not to be submissive.
“And then, I can see her being obedient to her parents.
“That’s all, continue to pray and surround yourself with people who will lift you up, stay away from negative people because that won’t do you any good.”
CONCERN, NOT FEAR. When we spoke to Danica before, she mentioned that in the relationship between her father and Pauleen, if it ends up in a wedding, her only fear is that the time might come when Pauleen will fall out of love with her father because she’s still young.
Danica corrected the word “fear” because she said “concern” is more appropriate.
“Let’s not say fear, let’s change the word into something concern.
“But, I also came to the point that after those analyzing, no one can really answer that but them.
“Because even though they are the same age, they are said to be perfect, then in just a few years, they are separated.
“That’s why you can’t really say. There’s no certainty.
“You can’t say either.
“I felt like I was worrying too much about them that didn’t happen to other people.
“That’s why I, what I did, my concern, I thought, ‘Danica, you’re not God, stop.’
“Instead of worrying all the time, support your daddy. Pray for them.
“There’s nothing you can do. You don’t know what the future holds, only God knows.
“So for me, let’s not judge.
“I’ve already told Daddy our concerns, we’ve told Pauleen too.
“During their long journey, many people opposed them, many voted, but they are still determined in their decision.
“I don’t think anybody can change their decision.
“So for me, instead of judging, let’s just pray.
“Because other people are turned off, ‘Your daddy is so great!’
“I want to say that it’s not our life. At the end of the day, it’s their life.”
Danica added, “A lot of people criticize them, bash them, bash them, they don’t unfollow them.
“If you don’t like the person, right, we all have our own opinions, but respect should still prevail.
“No matter what they call Daddy, of course it hurts me too.
“They still call Daddy that.
“Hello, instead of judging, just pray, pray for them or let them pray for their lives.”
What is Danica’s prayer for her daddy and Pauleen?
“My prayer for them is that their wedding will be a testimony to other people and to everyone who tells Daddy that he has no hope, to everyone who judged.
“Of course, I want them to stand by this decision and be inspired.
“Through their marriage, I hope it will be a testimony and they will get closer to God and people will see the value of marriage and putting the Lord first.”
