Moira Dela Torre’s character and talent as a songwriter are being defended by individuals close to her amidst accusations made by songwriter Lolito Go. Despite Dela Torre not directly addressing the allegations, both ABS-CBN Music’s creative director Jonathan Manalo and former drummer Luke Sigua spoke out in support of the singer.
Jonathan Manalo, in a tweet posted on May 28, emphasized Dela Torre’s “good character” and highlighted her exceptional skills as a songwriter. He made it clear that while she is not perfect, her positive qualities cannot be denied.
Luke Sigua, who claimed to have been Dela Torre’s drummer since 2015, defended her on Facebook. He admitted to having disagreements with Dela Torre in the past but clarified that she was never someone who took credit for others’ work. According to Sigua, Dela Torre always fights for proper recognition for her bandmates and ensures they are treated well. He also mentioned that she pays them a fair rate out of her own pocket.
The accusations made by Lolito Go, accusing Dela Torre of taking credit for his songs, were addressed indirectly by Sigua. He stated that while Dela Torre and her estranged husband Jason Hernandez had their shortcomings in their marriage, it was the multiple instances of infidelity that ultimately broke the trust between them. Sigua defended Dela Torre by asserting that she never cheated on Hernandez and had to endure the trauma of witnessing infidelity in her own family.
It is worth noting that Moira Dela Torre’s camp seems inclined to pursue legal action against Lolito Go. Celebrity lawyer Joji Villanueva Alonso advised a showbiz client, without mentioning any names, to file a case against someone spreading lies about a certain celebrity. Cornerstone Entertainment vice president Jeff Vadillo expressed his support for protecting Dela Torre’s professional integrity.
These statements from individuals close to Moira Dela Torre provide a defense of her character and address the allegations made against her. They emphasize her positive traits, such as being a talented songwriter and a person of good character. While the accusations and their subsequent responses have garnered attention, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days.
