Philippine showbiz was once again shaken when David Licauco – a handsome and popular actor – suddenly revealed a shocking truth related to Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto. The story is attracting great attention from the public as many people are asking: Is this a sign of a “turnaround” in the relationship between this famous couple?



It all started when David, who was paired with Barbie in the famous movie *Maria Clara at Ibarra*, posted a meaningful status on social media. He left an ambiguous statement, causing fans to immediately speculate that something was wrong between Barbie and Jak.

Some sources in the industry said that David accidentally discovered a shocking secret related to this couple. Although he did not say it directly, David’s reaction made many people believe that he was trying to hide something too surprising!

As soon as the news broke, social media exploded with a series of theories. Some people thought that Barbie and Jak were having problems, while others speculated that David might have learned a truth that he couldn’t keep quiet about. Was there a betrayal going on? Or was it just a personal matter that was blown out of proportion?

Netizens left a series of comments such as:
🗣️ *”What did David know? Why does he seem so confused?”*
🗣️ *”What happened between Barbie and Jak? Are they still together?”*
🗣️ *”David and Barbie used to have great chemistry, is this the beginning of a big shock?”*

Up to now, neither David Licauco, Barbie Forteza nor Jak Roberto have made any official statements about this incident. However, their silence only raises more questions.

Is this a major turning point in the relationship between Barbie and Jak? What did David Licauco really discover that made him unable to keep quiet? Let’s wait and see what happens next in this case that is shaking Philippine showbiz!

Roberto on Barbie & David’s Team: No Jealousy
Jak Roberto: “We’re just professionals, we’re just work.”
Kapuso actor Jak Roberto proudly revealed that his relationship with girlfriend Barbie Forteza is going strong.

The two have been in a relationship for six years, and Jak is happy that he and Barbie support each other in their desires and dreams. He said, “Well, Madam [Barbie] is happy and very supportive every time we are together on the show, in everything.

“I’m also happy for her, just support all the achievements and we have a lot to look forward to this coming year.”

Jak shared this when he was exclusively interviewed by PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) at the GMA Gala 2023 on July 22.

According to the Kapuso actor, he is very proud of Barbie for the achievements she has achieved so far, including the actress’s successful love team with David Licauco.

It’s no secret that the love team of Barbie and David, better known as BarDa, is one of the couples that the public is currently obsessed with.

This is because of the chemistry they developed when they were paired together in Maria Clara at Ibarra, the top-rating primetime series of GMA-7.

They will be seen again in the upcoming TV adaptation of the 1991 movie Maging Sino Ka Man.

Given Barbie and David’s frequent pairing, does Jak ever get jealous?

Jak replied to PEP.ph, “There’s no jealousy, just go! We’re just professionals, it’s just work.”

Jak said he has no problem with his girlfriend having a different love team because that’s part of their job as celebrities.

He said his fans may be the ones who are often affected, but he never takes Barbie and David’s pairing personally.

He said, “All those fans are so funny. Sometimes I’m trending on Twitter [when] I don’t know. Just tell me, ‘Hey, you’re trending on Twitter.’ I say, ‘Why?’

“I’m thankful that they’re both successful and people have been so nice about the BarDa love team, and I also support them both.

“So, the people who react for me, they are the ones who are more affected.

“I am very touched [because] many people love me.

“So, guys, I love you too.”JAK AS A BOYFRIEND
Jak has been “very understanding and very supportive” to Barbie herself when it comes to her showbiz career.

In a Cabinet Files interview with Barbie on January 28, 2023, the actress said that she is very grateful because Jak is not a jealous person.

She also said that she doesn’t need to give him assurance because Jak trusts her a lot

Barbie said, “Actually, it suddenly occurred to me, yes, I never needed to assure him. It seems like, ever since, Jak has really trusted me a lot when it comes to things like that.

“I didn’t need to prove that you trust me. He just understands everything.

“Very patient… Jak understands the job because his job is like this too. So I’m just lucky to have him.”

Barbie revealed that she never felt that Jak was jealous and if he did, he only made her feel cute and flirtatious.

She said, “Cute jealousy. Just tweeting because he’s looking for a cuddle, but nothing serious.”