MANILA – Former Ilocos Sur governor and businessman Luis “Chavit” Singson has once again denied rumors of a romantic relationship with young Kapuso actress Jillian Ward, insisting he has never even met her. However, in a lighthearted twist during a December 27, 2025, podcast appearance on The Men’s Room, Singson jokingly added: “Sana nga maging totoo” (I hope the rumors become true), drawing laughter from hosts and reigniting online buzz.
Singson, 84, firmly stated: “Sa awa ng Diyos, hindi pa [kami nagkita]” (By God’s grace, we haven’t met yet), emphasizing the rumors are baseless gossip. When asked for a message to Ward, his cheeky “sana maging totoo” response was clearly in jest, but it fueled mixed reactions—some amused, others calling it tone-deaf given the significant age gap and Ward’s previous emotional denial of the claims.
The rumors originated in October 2025 from blind items suggesting Singson as Ward’s alleged “benefactor” or “sugar daddy.” Ward, 20, tearfully refuted them on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, saying she’s never met or spoken to him and her success comes from hard work since childhood.
Singson previously dismissed the speculation as “marites lang” (mere gossip). His latest denial—with a humorous spin—comes as he discusses potential Miss Universe acquisition talks, keeping him in the headlines.
No response yet from Ward’s camp on the renewed buzz. The age difference and power dynamics continue to spark debate online.