Gloria Diaz, 73, on being in a relationship with a younger man for 28 years: 'Super good'

BY ROBERT REQUINTINA

Apr 1, 2025 08:45 AM

  

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AT A GLANCE

• Gloria said she is not open to another marriage. "Huwag na. At my age, alangan naman naka-white (gown) pa ako."

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Gloria Diaz (Facebook)

Former Miss Universe Gloria Diaz, 73, revealed she has been in a relationship with a younger man for 28 years.

During an interview at the press conference of the horror movie "Untold" in San Juan City on March 31, Gloria identified her partner of 28 years as Michael O. De Jesus, President and CEO of the Development Bank of the Philippines.

Asked to describe their relationship, Gloria said: "It's super good!"

"He's younger than me. But he and my former husband, we used to go out together. Sabi ko, I can handle two guys at the same time. Always open your options."

Gloria added: "He became old na rin. He's a serious banker."

The former beauty queen, who will turn 74 in April, said the younger man usually adjusts in a relationship if the woman is older. "He became older na rin. He became mature."

The cast of 'Untold' under Regal Entertainment

Gloria said she is not open to another marriage. "Huwag na. At my age, alangan naman naka-white (gown) pa ako."

In 1986, Gloria married businessman Gabriel Daza III. Years later, they separated. Gabriel passed away in 1994, but Gloria said she never had any regrets or trauma about marrying when she was younger.

"We're very good. We had too many friends. But we parted as friends. And he became a better father. My former husband looks very much like Belle (Isabelle Daza) and Ava. I am very close to my in-laws. I don't have any real trauma," Gloria also said.

On sex life, Gloria said: It's good! Jellytime! I'm just kidding. That's my daughters' business." Jellytime is a safe and gentle all-natural water-based personal lubricant.

Gloria commented on other female celebrities whose relationship with younger men did not work out: "They should have enjoyed it. But in Filipino life, the guy has always to be the boss. He should be financially and spiritually responsible for you. I don't know their style."

Produced by Regal Entertainment, "Untold" starring Jodi Sta. Maria will be shown in theaters nationwide beginning April 30.

Oras Na: OPM folk icon Coritha passes away, 73

BY ROBERT REQUINTINA

Sep 28, 2024 07:25 AM

  

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AT A GLANCE

• Chito Santos, partner of Coritha (whose real name is Socorro Avelino), confirmed her during an interview with broadcaster Julius Babao on Friday.

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Coritha (A screenshot from vlog of Julius Babao)

OPM folk singer Coritha, who popularized the songs "Oras Na" and "Sierra Madre" in the 70s, has passed away. She was 73.

Chito Santos, partner of Coritha (whose real name is Socorro Avelino), confirmed her during an interview with broadcaster Julius Babao on Friday.  She passed away at 7:50 p.m. Friday. Chito recalled the final hours of the singer.

"Ilang oras naming siyang binantayan hanggang sa manghina na siya ng manghina. Ayoko na rin siyang magtagal dahil lalo na lang siyang nahihirapan," Chito told Julius. 

"Mabuti ng ganito kesa nakikita kong nahihirapan s'ya. Sobrang hirap na eh. Ang payat payat na n'ya."

"Lumalaban siya. Tumigil na lang siya sa paghinga. Pero nakita ko hirap na hirap na s'ya. Hindi ko na kayang tiisin," he added.

The body of Coritha would be cremated, Chito said.

Dr. Digna Santos, brother of Chito, said they planned a public viewing for Coritha even for one day in Tagaytay. "Kung sino ang gustong pumunta. Siguro next week. Saturday or Sunday. Para ma-schedule na nila (ang pagpunta rito)." 

Coritha had been bedridden after she suffered a stroke, reports said.

In 2018, Chito took the singer to his farm in Tagaytay after her home was burned.

In a report by ABS-CBN News in July, Chito updated Julis on the singer's health status. Chito and Coritha met during a concert in Escolta in the 80s.

"Ayos naman siya kaya lang hindi siya makapagsalita pero 'yung pakiramdam niya matalas

"Diabetic kasi siya eh. Tapos isang beses naiwan ko ang guyabano sa lamesa kinain niya 'yung dalawang malaki. Noong madaling araw... para siyang latang-lata at dinala ko sa hospital. 

"Noong makita ang CT scan marami na raw siyang atake na hindi lang napapansin. 

"Nag-normal naman, 'yun lang hindi siya makapagsalita," Chito said.

Chito expressed his gratitude to those who supported Coritha during her final days.