For months, fans have been wondering: Why did Rey Valera suddenly disappear from It’s Showtime‘s “Tawag ng Tanghalan” segment? As one of the most respected judges on the show, his absence was as loud as his voice once was — and now, he’s finally breaking his silence.

In an exclusive radio interview, Rey Valera dropped a bombshell revelation, sharing the real reason behind his unexpected exit — and it’s not what fans expected.

“Hindi ako umalis dahil sa pera, hindi rin dahil sa exposure. Umalis ako para sa katahimikan ng puso ko.”

Behind the Smile: Conflict, Burnout, and Creative Frustration

According to Rey, creative differences and internal tensions within the production became increasingly difficult to ignore.

“Minsan kahit hindi mo sinasadya, mararamdaman mong hindi ka na akma sa enerhiya ng isang programa. At bilang isang artist, hindi ko kayang magkunwaring masaya kung hindi na totoo sa loob.”

He hinted at clashes in opinion, diluted artistic input, and feeling like his voice was being drowned out in an environment that had shifted from authentic judging to commercial showbiz energy.

The Turning Point

Valera shared that the final straw came during a taping session when he voiced his concern about the direction of the show, only to feel dismissed and unheard.

“Mahal ko ang Showtime. Pero mas mahal ko ang prinsipyo ko.”

He clarified that there was no bad blood with his fellow judges or hosts, including Vice Ganda, Vhong Navarro, and Amy Perez, but added that “not everything glamorous on the outside feels good on the inside.”

Fans React: Shocked, Saddened, but Supportive

After the revelation, netizens flooded social media:

“Now it makes sense. Rey Valera didn’t leave for drama — he left for peace.”

“Ang sakit pakinggan, pero saludo kami sa integridad ni Sir Rey.”

“Mas pinili niya ang katahimikan kaysa spotlight. That’s rare in showbiz.”

Hashtags like #RespectForReyValera and #ReyValeraTruth trended hours after the interview aired.

What’s Next for Rey?

Rey Valera says he’s now focusing on writing new music, reconnecting with live audiences, and mentoring new artists — away from the bright lights of daily TV.

“Hindi naman ako nawawala. Hindi lang ako doon sa mainstream. Pero andito pa rin ako — buo, totoo, at payapa.”

Final Thought: A Class Act, Even in Exit

Rey Valera’s departure from It’s Showtime wasn’t marked by scandal — but by quiet strength and uncompromising self-respect. In an industry where fame is everything, he chose authenticity over applause.

And sometimes, walking away gracefully says more than any standing ovation ever could.