Jose Manalo, Wally Bayola, and Paolo Ballesteros discussed their decision to leave TVJ despite a high offer from Television and Production Exponents (TAPE) Inc.

During a press conference on June 20, a source inquired regarding the reason for their choice to join TVJ despite an offer from TAPE’s owner, the Jalosjos.

“Hindi po, kagaya nga po ng sinabi ko, parang hindi mo puwedeng palitan or hindi mo puwedeng mabili ng kahit anong pera, kahit gaano kalaking halaga, ang utang na loob or respeto na tinatawag nation,” Jose stated.

Wally agreed with Jose, noting that no amount of money could ever match for their loyalty to TVJ. Paolo also highlighted loyalty, revealing that he has been with Eat Bulaga for many years. Supporting TVJ has been his basic human instinct for over 22 years, he claims.

“Katulad din nga ng sinabi ni Jose, hindi rin mapapantayan ng kahit na anong halaga po ang loyalty namin sa TVJ,” Wally said. “Pero ngayon, almost 22 years na ako sa eat bulaga!. So, walang kuwestiyun-kuwestiyon yon. Kumbaga, ginawa naming pagsunod sa kanila, parang it’s basic human instinct. Kung saan ang tvj, doon kami,” Paolo added.