Richard Gutierrez: “Hindi naman nila alam ang bawat kuwento na nangyari”

RICHARD GUTIERREZ – The actor addressed in an interview with Ogie Diaz some direct questions about the controversies surrounding the cast of the show Incognito. Ogie brought up the “cheater” label that some netizens have assigned to the cast. Richard dismissed the label, pointing out that people often make comments without knowing the full story.

He expressed concern about the prevalence of misinformation online, saying, “Alam mo, ayan talaga ang mahirap ngayon sa internet, maraming fake news. Yung ibang tao may masabi lang. Tulad yung binansagan kaming cheaters daw kami, e, hindi naman nila alam ang bawat kuwento na nangyari. [Baka] gusto lang nilang mag-trending.”

Richard also clarified rumors about his alleged involvement with Barbie Imperial, stating that she was not a third party in his relationship with his estranged wife, Sarah Lahbati. He addressed these rumors to put an end to the speculation.

Meanwhile, Richard Gutierrez is an actor known for his significant contributions to the Philippine entertainment industry. He started his acting career in 1986 and is recognized as the “Fantaserye King” for leading several successful  TV series. Gutierrez has won a FAMAS Award and three PMPC Star Awards for  Television and has served as a spokesperson for environmental and cultural initiatives.

He has been part of various TV shows like “Mulawin,” “Captain Barbell,” and “La Luna Sangre”, as well as films like “Let the Love Begin,” “When I Met U,” and “My Best Friend’s Girlfriend.” Gutierrez is known for his environmental advocacy and has hosted numerous documentaries focusing on nature and disaster awareness.

Richard Gutierrez was married to Sarah Lahbati, with whom he has two sons. They separated in 2024 and are currently seeking an annulment. His career spans multiple decades, making him one of the notable figures in the Filipino entertainment industry.