Maris Racal’s Statement: The Real Story Behind Anthony’s Relationship

 

Maris Racal Takes Accountability for Past Actions in Emotional Confession

Manila, Philippines - In a heartfelt and emotional video statement released today, actress Maris Racal publicly took responsibility for her past actions and offered a sincere apology to those she has hurt. The actress opened up about her experiences and the difficult journey she has faced since June 2024.

Emotional Confession

“Today, I will be speaking from my heart. Lahat nang sasabihin ko ngayon ay galing sa puso ko. Today, I will take accountability for everything,” Racal began, setting the tone for a raw and honest confession.

Admitting Mistakes

Racal admitted to making mistakes and apologized for her actions. “Nagkamali ako and I want to say sorry for everything that I have done. It all started last June of 2024. I was in a very dark place. I was lonely. And I was getting attention from Anthony. The kind of attention that I needed.”

She explained that she was vulnerable and emotional, leading her to make decisions she later regretted. “When I sensed that there was this brewing attraction between Anthony and me, nadala ako sa emotions ko. And I knew that was wrong. I can't clean right away. I told my ex everything. And I admitted things to him. And then we broke up. It wasn't easy. It was very hard for me, too. I announced the breakup.”

The Struggle and the Truth

Racal shared the emotional turmoil she went through during this period, explaining that she struggled to reflect on her actions due to her busy schedule. “The reason why I became so emotional during the interview was because I was holding back a truth. Yan yung totoo. I wasn't really able to simmer down. I wasn't able to reflect on what had happened. I was working every day, first day straight, week straight, month straight.”

She recounted the development of her relationship with Anthony during their work on a teleserye in Italy, highlighting the growing closeness and emotional connection they shared. “We went to Italy for our shoot sa teleserye namin na Incognito. And that, dun nag-start na naging deep yung pagkakilala namin sa isa't isa.”

Public Backlash and Misunderstandings

The actress also addressed the public backlash she faced, particularly on social media platforms like TikTok. “And then the first wave of bashing on TikTok. Masakit yun para sa akin. I asked him, when are you gonna release a statement na wala na kayo? When? Because in the eyes of the public, you were taken. But I know that you're not. And he would be very sweet to me.”

She revealed her frustration with the situation and her repeated requests for Anthony to clarify their relationship status publicly. “He said wait. He's waiting for the right moment. I waited. I still kept quiet. I really wanted to speak up. But it wasn't my story and it would look, I would look really pathetic.”

A Painful Realization

Racal expressed her shock and embarrassment upon discovering the truth through leaked screenshots. “When I read it, I was gutted. I was shocked. I'm truly, truly embarrassed. Because everyone saw it without my consent. Against my will.”

She acknowledged the narrative that had been formed and shared her perspective. “What shocked me the most was I read it. It was the perfect narrative. That there was this other woman. That there was this apologetic boyfriend. And the avoidant boyfriend towards the other woman. And the scorned woman. That's the narrative. That's her side of the story. And there's nothing wrong with that. But this is my side. This is my side. And I've been reading those screenshots. That's when I realized that's why he couldn't release the statement.”

Apology and Moving Forward

In her closing remarks, Racal offered a heartfelt apology to those she has hurt, including her fans who have supported her throughout her career. “I'm sorry that you got to see that very intimate side of me. That's how I am when I give love. It was supposed to be private. It was supposed to be a private, intimate thing. I'm sad. I'm sad that people saw that.”

She vowed to continue fighting and working hard despite the challenges she faces. “I can assure you, I'm still going. I'm still fighting. I'm still going to work even if it's hard. The fire in my heart I'm still looking for that little girl inside of me. It's hard to look for her now. But someday, I get to find her, and I will be able to hold my shadows. What you saw was not a perfect human. I'm far, far from being perfect. What you saw was a human being. Just a human being. That's it.”

Maris Racal’s confession is a step towards healing and moving forward, demonstrating her willingness to take responsibility and learn from her past mistakes.