Connie Reyes, Tutol na Ligawan ni Vico si Catriona at Ayaw Pa Raw Kay Catriona Gray para sa Anak? “He Could Be President Someday—Love Can Wait!”

Manila, Philippines —
In the latest twist in the world of Philippine politics and pageantry, veteran actress Connie Reyes has reportedly expressed strong reservations about the rumored romance between her son, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, and former Miss Universe Catriona Gray.

While fans online have been gushing over the potential pairing — calling them “the most elegant couple the Philippines never had” — the mood inside the Sotto-Reyes household appears to be far from celebratory.

“She’s not against love,” a source close to the family revealed. “She’s just not convinced that now is the right time — or that Catriona is the right person.”

💔 “He Could Be President Someday—Love Can Wait!”

According to insiders, Connie Reyes — known for her conservative, prayerful nature and long-standing influence over her children — reportedly told close friends that Vico has a national destiny to fulfill, and that entering a high-profile romance could ‘distract him from the bigger mission.’

“He could be President someday. He’s young, clean, brilliant. Why risk it for a celebrity pairing?” she allegedly said in private.

The actress reportedly believes that love should come second to public service, especially for someone with such potential to reform the country from the inside.

“She worries that the noise of showbiz might cloud his purpose,” the source added. “To her, this is not about being anti-Catriona. It’s about protecting her son’s trajectory.”

💑 The Vico–Catriona Buzz: Where It All Started

Rumors began swirling earlier this year when Vico Sotto and Catriona Gray were spotted together at a private leadership forum in Taguig. The two were seen talking warmly and laughing during a breakout session, sparking immediate online frenzy.

Days later, eagle-eyed netizens noted that both followed each other on Instagram, and that Catriona commented with three flame emojis under one of Vico’s speeches. The online crowd went wild.

“This is it! Beauty and brains in one power couple,” one tweet read.
“Imagine Catriona as First Lady? Ganda ng Pilipinas!” another joked.

While neither Vico nor Catriona has publicly confirmed or denied the rumored courtship, sources say they have been in regular communication, and “there’s undeniable chemistry.”

😮 Connie Reyes Breaks Her Silence — Sort Of

Although she hasn’t released an official statement, Connie Reyes was recently interviewed at a charity event in Laguna, where she was asked about her son’s love life. Her response?

“Let’s all pray that he remains focused. Love? Love can wait.”

That single sentence sparked a firestorm of reactions, with many interpreting it as a veiled disapproval of Catriona Gray — or at the very least, a disapproval of the timing.

💬 Public Reaction: “Let Him Love, Tita Connie!”

Filipino netizens were quick to weigh in, with comments ranging from supportive to outraged. The hashtags #LetVicoLove, #ProtectVico, and #CatrionaDeservesBetter began trending within hours of the interview.

“Mayor Vico is 35. He can run a city — surely he can handle a girlfriend.”
“Connie Reyes, you’re a legend, but please let your son breathe!”
“We love you Tita Connie… but this is not a teleserye.”

Some netizens pointed out the irony: a former movie star opposing a fellow celebrity as a potential daughter-in-law.

“She was in showbiz for decades! Why judge Catriona just because she’s from the spotlight too?” one comment read.

💡 Is This About Politics — or Something Deeper?

Others believe Connie’s hesitation may have less to do with Catriona and more to do with the fragile balance between politics and privacy.

As Vico Sotto’s popularity soars — with surveys placing him among the top future presidential candidates — there are concerns that a celebrity romance could derail his image as an independent, grounded, scandal-free reformer.

One political analyst noted:

“Whether we like it or not, Filipinos scrutinize love lives. A wrong move can tank a career. Connie Reyes may just be trying to protect his political capital.”

❤️ What About Catriona?

So far, Catriona Gray has remained graceful and silent amid the buzz. Known for her class and diplomacy, the former Miss Universe continues to focus on her advocacy work, singing, and public appearances.

A close friend of hers, however, told media:

“She respects Vico deeply. She also respects the boundaries. If love happens — it happens. But she’s not chasing anything.”

🕊️ Will Love Win in the End?

As of now, no official relationship has been confirmed, and Vico Sotto remains focused on his mayoral duties. But whether or not a romance with Catriona blooms — or is quietly buried under pressure — remains to be seen.

One thing is clear: when love, politics, and a protective mother collide, there are no easy answers.

And in the case of Vico and Catriona, the nation is watching… and waiting.

Usap-usapan ngayon sa social media ang biglaang pagtutok ng publiko sa isang tila inosenteng galawan sa Instagram: ang pag-follow ni Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto kay Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray—at ang pag-follow back ni Catriona.

Sa panahon ngayon, ang ganitong simpleng interaction ay parang love letter na para sa mga netizens. Kaya naman hindi na nakapagtatakang sumabog ang #Vicat at #MayorUniverse sa TikTok at X (dating Twitter), na para bang may bagong “power couple” na namumuo.

Pero teka lang—hindi raw lahat masaya sa posibilidad ng bagong tambalan. Ayon sa mga ulat, hindi raw boto ang ina ni Vico na si veteran actress Connie Reyes.

Ayon sa mga bulung-bulungan sa showbiz at pulitika, ayaw raw ni Connie na malihis ng landas ang kanyang anak, lalo’t may mataas siyang pangarap para dito. “He could be President someday,” ang diumano’y paninindigan ng aktres.

“The country needs someone like him—serious, honest, and untainted by corruption. Sayang kung mauudlot dahil lang sa pag-ibig,” ayon pa raw sa isang malapit sa pamilya.

Biro lang ba ito o may katotohanan?

Mula sa isang simpleng social media gesture, nauwi sa ispekulasyon ng publiko ang posibleng pagtitinginan ng dalawa. May mga fans na kinikilig:

“Imagine their babies—smart AND beautiful!”

“Fairy tale ito! Beauty queen + mayor?!”

“Ultimate merger: brains, beauty, at public service!”

Pero hindi rin nawawala ang mga kontra:

“Baka naman PR stunt lang ito.”

“Let’s not forget who his dad is. Just saying.”

“Too early. Vico should focus on leadership.”

May ilan pang bumalik sa mga nakaraan ni Vic Sotto, ama ni Vico, na kilala noong dekada 80s-90s bilang “ladies’ man.” Pero para sa mga tagasuporta ng alkalde, hindi raw dapat isisi kay Vico ang mga gawa ng kanyang ama noon.

Tahimik pa rin sina Vico at Catriona.

Pareho silang kilalang pribado pagdating sa personal na buhay. Si Vico, lalong-lalo na, ay consistent sa pag-iwas sa mga tsismis tungkol sa love life. Sa halip, mas pinipili niyang pag-usapan ang mga proyekto’t serbisyo para sa Pasigueños. Si Catriona naman ay low-key pa rin matapos ang kanyang high-profile breakup.

Pero ang tanong: dapat bang ipagpaliban muna ang pag-ibig kung may mas malaking misyon?

Marami ang naniniwala na kung may taong dapat pangarapin maging Presidente ng Pilipinas, si Vico na ‘yon—dahil sa kanyang integridad, pagiging makabayan, at disiplina. Kaya kung totoo man ang sinasabing pakiusap ni Connie na “Love can wait,” marami ring sumasang-ayon.

Sa dulo, wala pa ring malinaw. Walang photo ops, walang dinner dates, walang kumpirmasyon—isang IG follow lang ang basehan ng lahat. Pero sa Pinas, sapat na ‘yan para magkagulo ang buong bayan.

Habang wala pang kumpirmasyon, mukhang may bagong teleserye tayong aabangan—ang “Mayor Meets Universe.” Kung magiging real-life lovestory man ito o isang magandang what-if lang, abangan sa susunod na kabanata!