2023 really hasn’t been kind to Filipino celebrity couples. From Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla to Kim Chiu and Xian Lim, it seems that every beloved love tandem is breaking up one by one this year. There are still a few days left before 2023 ends but another beloved couple may be in the middle of the same problem that KathNiel and KimXi suffered. Kapuso stars Jak Roberto and Barbie Forteza, who have been in a relationship for more than 6 years, are now the newest targets of breakup rumors and an intriguing scandal. To no one’s surprise, a third party may be involved, and netizens believe that it is the controversial issue involving Ava Mendez.
Earlier this month, Jak Roberto and Ava Mendez made rounds on the internet after they were spotted together at a party. Photos of the two suddenly went viral and stirred a lot of debate. Subsequently, there have also been stories, speculations, and theories, which will be explained further below.
Ava Mendez reveals the real score between her and Jak Roberto
Vivamax talent, Ava Mendez, finally speaks up about the rumors surrounding her and Jak Roberto. During an interview with YouTuber Lamon Queen, Mendez gave a straight yet very controversial revelation about the Filipino actor. According to her, they (Mendez and Roberto) attended – separately, not as a couple – a birthday party of a mutual friend. Everything seemed casual and friendly until Jak Roberto got heavily drunk.
Ava explained what really happened at the party and revealed Jak’s behavior after being intoxicated. In her own words, Mendez said Roberto was becoming “touchy” and grew “aggressive” after getting drunk. She also added that Roberto was talking with some usherettes during the party.
A few unknown sources witnessed Jak Roberto and Ava Mendez being intimate inside the elevator wherein the former was allegedly hugging the latter. Ava refuted that Jak was making a move on her in the elevator and insisted that she understood because the actor was super drunk. Ava also denied the rumors that she and Jak stayed in the same hotel room, although she admitted they had a little after-party with Jak, along other friends, in her room.
@madamlq Ava Mendez nagsalita na sa isyu kay Jak Roberto! Alamin ang buong kwento sa kumakalat na sweet photos at videos online #avamendez #jakroberto #avamendezoffical
Images and videos of Ava and Jak together have been circulating online in the past week. Fans of JakBie and netizens are quick to notice and immediately put malice into the viral captured photos. However, in Mendez’s defense, although she was always sitting with Jak, all of the photos were cropped to make it look like they were a couple.
As to her relationship with Roberto, the 28-year-old sexy star clearly stated that they aren’t even “close friends”. Mendez even went on to clearly say she’s not into Jak Roberto nor is she willing to be with a man who’s currently in a steady relationship. Ava Mendez concluded the interview by assuring JakBie fans that nothing happened between her and Jak Roberto during that night.
Ava Mendez went viral in 2022 after a short video clip showing her and rapper Skusta Clee being intimate with each other. However, both celebrities would claim that the footage was not scandalous but rather a “friendly” and “affectionate” moment. Meanwhile, Jak Roberto was also part of another issue in 2021 when the actor was linked his co-star, Kim Domingo. There were rumors that Roberto tried to pursue Domingo. Eventually, the rumor died as nothing was ever confirmed.
It’s also worth remembering that Roberto became sensational this year after the Jak Roberto’s Anti-Selos (Anti-Jealousy) class memes.
Fans have mixed reactions following the Jak Roberto and Ava Mendez issue
People are most definitely divided on Ava’s revelations. But, most of them believe Jak’s actions towards another woman is unacceptable. Another Kapuso actor, Rob Gomez, is getting backlash for flirty messages with Herlene Budol, so it’s not surprising why Jak is getting the same treatment, too.
On the other hand, avid fans of the celebrity couple still believe Ava Mendez’ tell-all revelation will not affect the couple. They’ve been through many breakup rumors but they’re still going steady.
Despite the rumors, the JakBie love team is still going strong
It’s not yet over! The JackBie couple, amidst the cheating issues, are still happily together. Jak and Barbie had just spent Christmas together despite the issues surrounding the Kapuso actor and Viva rising star, Ava Mendez.