Pinoys intrigued by Gatchalian’s candid ‘non-existent’ answer about his love life
January 22, 2026 – 6:18 PM
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Sen.
Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian
sparked curiosity after candidly answering a lighthearted question about his personal life.
Toward the
of the interview, Sanchez asked in a casual tone, “Oh, by the way, your love life, how is it?” and accompanied her question with a slight smile.
“It’s non-existent,” Gatchalian gamely replied.
This made Sanchez laugh, and she said, “I’m kidding. I didn’t think you would even answer. Okay. Thank you so much.”
“It suits you, it suits you, sir, blooming po kayo,” the journalist said.
“Ilaw lang ‘yan, ilaw. Gabi na eh,” Gatchalian quipped.
The candid moment caught the attention of Filipinos, who became intrigued with the lawmaker’s personal life.
The candid exchange caught the attention of Filipinos, who became intrigued by the lawmaker’s personal life.
“Awww wala na sila ni Bianca Manalo??” another asked.
Gatchalian was romantically linked with actress
Bianca Manalo
, who represented the Philippines in Miss Universe 2009. The couple had been together since 2018.
In January 2025, breakup rumors surrounded the couple after a showbiz website reported that “they no longer have photos together [toward] the end of November 2024.”
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In 2023, leaked conversations between Bianca and her co-star, actor Rob Gomez, sparked speculations of an affair.
The actress dismissed the claims as “false rumors” and “unfounded accusations,” describing Rob as a friend.
Gatchalian, meanwhile, said his relationship with Bianca was “going strong” at the time.
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