What a Strange Coincidence: Netizens Shocked as TVJ’s Resignation Aligns with Pepsi Paloma’s Death Anniversary — What’s the Real Reason?

Manila, Philippines – In a twist that many are calling too eerie to ignore, netizens have uncovered a striking coincidence: the resignation of the iconic trio TVJ (Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon) from their longtime home on television happened on June 6, the exact same date that Pepsi Paloma was reported to have died in 1985.

For many, this was just a coincidence — an uncomfortable, uncanny alignment of timelines. But for others, especially those who have long followed the controversial case surrounding Pepsi Paloma and its alleged ties to showbiz and political elites, this timing felt almost symbolic.

“Of all days, it had to be June 6?” one netizen tweeted.
“You can’t make this up. That date is burned into showbiz history,” wrote another.

Who Was Pepsi Paloma — and Why Is This Date So Haunting?

Pepsi Paloma was a young actress and one of the so-called “Softdrink Beauties” of the 1980s. Her name became tragically tied to one of the most controversial and disturbing scandals in Philippine showbiz history. In 1982, she accused three comedians — including Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon, both members of TVJ — of raping her in a hotel room. The charges were later withdrawn after an alleged public apology and supposed legal settlement. Not long after, Pepsi Paloma was found dead in an apparent suicide on June 6, 1985. But to this day, many remain skeptical of the official story.

Her death, the case’s quiet dismissal, and the absence of a proper investigation have left a dark cloud over the incident for decades. Some believe she was silenced. Others argue she was simply a victim of fame, pressure, and trauma.

TVJ’s Exit: Just Timing or Something Deeper?

Fast forward to 2023. TVJ made headlines when they resigned from TAPE Inc. and left their longtime noontime show, Eat Bulaga!, due to internal disputes with the production company. The announcement, emotional and unexpected, fell — intentionally or not — on June 6.

This immediately sparked theories online.

Was it a coincidence?
Was it meant as a statement?
Or was it simply the result of timing that no one foresaw — or perhaps chose to ignore?

There is no official evidence connecting the date to Pepsi Paloma’s case, and TVJ has never addressed this theory publicly. In fact, for years, any mention of Paloma’s name in mainstream media has been met with silence or swift redirection.

Still, the power of symbolism and memory is strong, especially in a country where celebrity culture and politics often intertwine. To many, the coincidence is unsettling.

Social Media Erupts with Speculation

Online platforms became hotbeds for renewed discussions, conspiracy theories, and calls for justice.

“Maybe this is the universe reminding us of the things that never got closure,” one commenter said.
“We still don’t know the whole truth about Pepsi,” another added.

Others urged caution and respect for all parties involved, warning against jumping to conclusions without solid evidence. But even so, the alignment of these events has reignited a conversation that many believed was long buried.

So… What Is the Real Reason?

The official reason for TVJ’s resignation remains strictly professional: a breakdown in trust and creative differences with TAPE Inc. There has been no public link made to Pepsi Paloma’s case — and perhaps there never will be.

Still, the shadow of that scandal continues to linger. And this strange coincidence has reopened old wounds, unanswered questions, and a collective memory that refuses to fade.

Whether mere fate or something more, June 6 now carries even more weight in the history of Philippine entertainment.