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Actor-politician Phillip Salvador is facing criticism from netizens who are questioning his apparent silence over the controversial remarks made about his son, Josh Aquino, on the podcast ‘Machong Chismisan.’
As celebrities, disability advocates, and public figures continue to defend Josh, the eldest son of Kris Aquino, some social media users have turned their attention to Salvador, urging him to publicly stand up for his son.
The backlash follows a now-deleted episode of ‘Machong Chismisan’ titled ‘Ang Pagbabalik Ni Kris Aquino’, in which one of the hosts described Josh, who is on the autism spectrum, as “walang kwenta” while comparing him with his younger brother, Bimby.
Comments circulating on social media have questioned why Salvador has not publicly addressed the controversy.
Other social media users expressed disappointment over Salvador’s perceived lack of response, particularly as several personalities have already spoken out against the podcast.
Sana naman ipagtanggol ni Philip Salvador si Kuya Josh during this time. He doesn’t deserved to be treated by those “Machong” podcasters that way. https://t.co/MmVpnO0Z7Q
— @pauloinmanila and 99 others (@pauloMDtweets) October 15, 2026
Awarrrdd Tito Boy!!! Calling Phillip Salvador, baka naman pwede ka magpaka tatay sa anak mo at dito mo ituon ang atensyon mo kaysa sa pagiging panatiko mo sa mga Duterte. 🙄
— Pookie Pie 🍭 (@pookiepay) October 14, 2026
Si Philip Salvador na lang kasi pagtawanan nyo at kutyain, wag si Josh.
— Mister Baiter (@zero1ten) October 15, 2026
Soooo nasaan si Philip Salvador? Alam kong wala siya pakialam kasi never nga nagsupport financially yan, pero anak niya yan! Yung mga Dutz nga na hindi niya kaano-ano naipagtatanggol niya. I hope KA will sue them!
— Elvie Venancio (@venancio_elvie) October 14, 2026
Si Philip Salvador, may say pa sa pagkakakulong ni Digong sa ICC, pero pagdating sa issue ngayon kay Josh, tameme naman.
— Sofia (@sofisiophao) October 15, 2026
The comment included an allegation about financial support that has not been independently established.
Some commenters also brought up Salvador’s political affiliations, contrasting his vocal support for former President Rodrigo Duterte with his perceived silence regarding Josh.
The controversy has prompted reactions from several personalities, including Boy Abunda, Dingdong Dantes, Aiko Melendez, Michael Leyva, and Kris Aquino’s former boyfriend Mark Leviste.
Abunda strongly condemned the podcast remarks during ‘Fast Talk with Boy Abunda’, stressing that Josh did not deserve to be ridiculed.
“Hindi po walang silbi si Josh. Mali po ang inyong ginawa,” the television host declared.
Disability advocacy groups, including Autism Society Philippines, also criticized the remarks and emphasized the importance of respecting persons with disabilities.
Following the backlash, ‘Machong Chismisan’ removed the controversial episode and stopped distributing clips from it.
The podcast’s hosts subsequently issued apologies, acknowledging that their comments were hurtful and inappropriate.
Tito P, who made the remark about Josh, also released a separate statement accepting responsibility and explaining that his ADHD diagnosis was not an excuse for his words.
The Pod Network, which carried the podcast, also apologized and reportedly terminated its contract with the program.
While some netizens have criticized Salvador, others have suggested that the podcasters could face a strong response should the actor-politician decide to address the issue.
As of October 15, 2026, no public statement from Salvador directly addressing the ‘Machong Chismisan’ controversy has been cited in the available reports.
