Entertainment columnist and talent manager Ogie Diaz is not mincing words after senatorial aspirant Willie Revillame was caught on video losing his temper during a recent motorcade. The incident, which quickly made rounds on social media, showed Revillame visibly agitated, throwing t-shirts with apparent aggression and scolding people on his campaign float.
Diaz took to Facebook to voice his disappointment, highlighting that such behavior—especially from someone courting the public’s trust—sends the wrong message.
“Dapat aware ang kandidato sa kanyang behavior pag nangangampanya, lalo na’t ang daming nakatutok na camera sa iyo,” he wrote. “Hindi dapat pinapairal ang init ng ulo. Alam naman nating mainit na ang panahon, kaya pasensiya ang dapat pahabain.”
In his post, Diaz reminded candidates that humility and grace under pressure are far more valuable to voters than freebies or theatrics. Referencing Revillame’s long-running TV persona known for giving away “jackets” and cash prizes, Diaz emphasized that public service requires a deeper sense of responsibility.
“Paano tayo iboboto niyan kung nakakalimutan nating ngumiti man lang, kahit hindi na magbigay ng jacket?” he quipped.
Ogie further cautioned against normalizing outbursts, whether on stage or on-air. Revillame, who has been known to lash out at staff during live broadcasts, was warned that such behavior might reflect poorly on his capability to handle public office.
“Lagi nating iisipin na nanliligaw tayo ng botante para iboto tayo at ipanalo. Pass na muna sa, ‘Eh sa ganito ugali ko, eh. Nagpapakatotoo lang ako,’” Diaz said. “Jacket lang ang ipinamimigay, hindi naman titulo ng house and lot. So hindi dapat ganyan ang attitude.”