E.A.T. hosted by Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey De Leon sent a formal apology letter to the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) chairperson Diorella “Lala” Sotto-Antonio.
The letter was about the ‘lubid’ joke made by Joey during one of the program’s segment.
The letter reads:
“Dear Chairperson Sotto:
“We are writing to formally explain an incident that occurred last September 23, 2023 during E.A.T.’s Gimme5 segment involving one of our hosts, Mr. Joey De Leon.
“During the said incident, Mr. Joey De Leon suggested ‘lubid’ (rope) as an answer to a question regarding things that may be worn around the neck. He conveyed this verbally in a very brief manner without further actions, elaborations or demonstrations. However, some viewers interpreted the utterance of the said object to be an insinuation of suicide, which is a very sensitive and triggering subject.
“In this regard, the whole E.A.T. management is regretful and apologetic to those who were offended by the said utterance. Rest assured that we are one with MTRCB in advocating a responsible viewing experience for the public.”
‘E.A.T.’ sumulat sa MTRCB, nag-sorry sa viral ‘lubid’ joke ni Joey | via @banderaphl https://t.co/ESMF8E6XS0
— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 27, 2023
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