Mark Herras Shuts Down Romance Rumors Over Bouquet Gift to Jojo Mendrez

MARK HERRAS – Actor Mark Herras finally breaks his silence, revealing the real reason behind his surprise bouquet for Jojo Mendrez.

Weeks after presenting Jojo Mendrez with a bouquet of flowers at a media event, actor Mark Herras clarified that the gesture was purely a show of support, with no romantic intent.

The unexpected gift sparked speculation about a possible relationship between the two, especially since it came shortly after Mendrez publicly denied any romantic involvement with Herras. To address the rumors, Herras spoke with showbiz reporter Rodel Fernando via Facebook, setting the record straight.

“Just to be there and show my support kay Jojo. I mean, yeah, we started as [katrabaho], and eventually, naging close friends kami. Wala namang masama magbigay ng bulaklak,” Herras explained.

The Starstruck alum emphasized that he and Mendrez share a solid friendship and professional rapport, acknowledging that people will interpret things however they want.

“Ganito lang ho ‘yan. Kapag sinabi kong meron, ang daming magrereact. Ang daming magbabash or magsasabi ng kung ano-ano. Kapag sinabi kong hindi, magtatanong pa rin sila. So bahala sila. Bahala po kayo isipin kung anong gusto niyong isipin, basta wala kaming ginagawang masama,” he stated.

Herras reiterated that their connection is purely platonic and work-related, dismissing any controversy. “We have this very, very good relationship as friends and colleagues. ‘Yung mga nangyayari ngayon and sa mga issues, kayo na bahala… Nagtatrabaho lang ang tao,” he added.

When asked about the possibility of men developing romantic feelings for each other, Herras—who was raised by adoptive gay parents—acknowledged that it can happen. “Based on my experience kasi, may gay parents kasi ako eh, so it’s possible. Hindi ko naman sinasabi na hindi mangyayari kasi with my parents, it happened with them. Kung possible bang mainlove ang lalaki sa kapwa niyang lalaki, oo naman,” he noted.

Speculation about Herras and Mendrez’s relationship intensified when they were spotted together at a hotel casino in Parañaque in February. However, Mendrez quickly denied any romantic involvement in a Facebook statement.

Meanwhile, Mendrez, known as the Revival King, recently released his first original song, Nandito Lang Ako, composed by acclaimed OPM songwriter and producer Jonathan Manalo. The song delves into themes of patience, sacrifice, and unconditional love. Mendrez is widely recognized for his rendition of Somewhere in My Past, originally performed by the late actress-singer Julie Vega.