Showbiz reporter and talent manager Ogie Diaz has publicly criticized television host and senatorial candidate Willie Revillame for losing his temper during a recent campaign motorcade, calling the incident a warning sign for voters.
In a video that has circulated widely on social media, Revillame appeared visibly agitated while on a campaign float, throwing t-shirts into the crowd in a manner described by viewers as aggressive and scolding people in his immediate vicinity.
“Candidates should be aware of their behavior while campaigning, especially when cameras are trained on them,” Diaz wrote in a Facebook post. “It’s not just the heat of the season — patience must also run long.”
Diaz added that Revillame’s frequent displays of temper, including previous on-air outbursts and reprimands of co-hosts, should not be dismissed by voters as mere authenticity. “We’re courting voters, not putting on a show,” he said. “Let’s set aside the excuse of ‘this is just how I am.’”
“It’s only jackets being given away — not land titles — so there’s no reason to act that way,” he added, referring to Revillame’s signature giveaways during public events.
The incident comes amid growing scrutiny of Revillame’s candidacy. The former television host has also faced criticism after admitting he had no legislative proposals when asked about his campaign platform. (Manila Standard Showbiz)
