Manila, Philippines — Social media is ablaze with speculation as fans and insiders ask:
Has Herlene “Hipon Girl” Budol quietly left talent manager Wilbert Tolentino’s care?
And if she did — was it because of alleged “attitude problems”? Or is Madam Inutz involved in this brewing celebrity fallout?

Once seen as Wilbert Tolentino’s most promising talent, Herlene’s sudden silence, absence from joint appearances, and cryptic online behavior have sparked rumors of a major rift between the viral beauty queen and her famous manager.

From Hipon Girl to Pageant Darling — Then Disappeared?

Herlene Budol rose to stardom through comedy, charm, and relatability — then shocked everyone when she transformed into a stunning beauty queen, coached, managed, and supported heavily by Wilbert Tolentino.

Under Wilbert’s management, Herlene joined pageants, launched endorsements, and even starred in TV projects. But recently, fans noticed Herlene has stopped tagging Wilbert in posts, skipped events, and hasn’t been seen with him for weeks.

“Something’s not right,” one fan posted. “She used to praise Kuya Wilbert all the time. Now, she’s quiet.”

Speculations Intensify: “Nag-aattitude na raw?”

Fueling the fire are alleged blind items and social media whispers claiming Herlene has developed an “attitude problem” — becoming hard to work with and not listening to her management team.

“Nagbago na raw si Hipon,” a viral Facebook post claimed. “Dati humble, ngayon di na raw nagpapasabi.”

Others defended Herlene, saying she may simply be exploring independence or dealing with personal burnout after being in the spotlight non-stop.

But then… came a twist.

Is Madam Inutz Involved? Fans Think So!

Enter: Madam Inutz, the equally viral online seller-turned-celebrity who was once under the same management as Herlene. Netizens quickly pointed out that Madam Inutz and Wilbert recently reunited and have been very vocal online — with some cryptic messages seemingly directed at someone.

In a recent livestream, Madam Inutz dropped phrases like:

“Minsan kahit tinulungan mo na, ikaw pa masama pag hindi mo na kinaya.”

Fans were quick to speculate: Was she throwing shade at Herlene?
Screenshots of her comments have gone viral, with some suggesting a hidden rift between the two former “Wilbert babies.”

“Parang may pinapatamaan siya. Hindi na talaga sila okay?” one fan commented.

Wilbert Tolentino: Silent But Watching?

As of now, Wilbert Tolentino has not confirmed or denied the rumored fallout. However, his silence — unusual for someone very active on social media — has only made the rumors stronger.

Some fans believe he’s staying classy and avoiding public drama, while others think he’s hurting quietly behind the scenes.

“Kuya Wilbert gave Herlene everything — glam team, training, platform. Sana hindi siya iniwan nang ganun lang,” one loyal follower posted.

Where Is Herlene Now?

Herlene, for her part, remains active online — posting selfies, inspirational quotes, and brand content — but noticeably avoiding direct mention of Wilbert, her former glam team, or Madam Inutz.

Her recent post stating “Sometimes, peace means walking away silently” has only added fuel to the fire.

“OMG. Is she confirming it?!” fans are commenting across multiple platforms.

Others argue that Herlene may just be choosing personal growth over showbiz noise, and we should give her space to evolve.

Conclusion: End of a Team or Just a Phase?

Whether this is a confirmed breakup between Herlene and Wilbert Tolentino, or simply the result of private issues being misinterpreted publicly, one thing is clear:

Fans are emotionally invested, and they want answers.

Did Hipon Girl outgrow her manager? Is Madam Inutz stirring the pot? Or is this just another chapter in the wild world of Pinoy showbiz?

For now, all we have are hints, silence — and a lot of broken hearts from fans who once saw this team as unbreakable.