Kris Aquino made a surprise appearance on the long-running noontime show Eat Bulaga! on Thursday, June 25, 2026, after several days of guest co-hosting by her son Bimby. The appearance quickly went viral, generating significant buzz online.
Jokes and Encouragement for Ryzza Mae
During the segment, Kris playfully told Ryzza Mae Dizon, “Give your future mother-in-law a kiss.” She also offered words of encouragement to the young TV host, addressing recent bullying rumors.
“I love you. To those I’ve heard have been bullying you, don’t mind them because success is the best revenge. The man you’ve become close to... I think it’s because someone has been making you even more beautiful,” Kris said, glancing at Bimby.
Kris did not name the individuals she referred to. However, on June 20, 2026, Kim Chiu had jokingly mentioned Ryzza Mae’s name during a skit with Brent Manalo in the LaroLaro Pick segment of It’s Showtime.
Massive Digital Engagement
Although Kris appeared only briefly on Eat Bulaga!, the segment reportedly garnered 25 million combined digital views, highlighting the enduring popularity of the Aquino family and the show.
Kris also proudly shared that she personally bought the shirt Bimby wore, which featured the letter “R” for Ryzza. “You know, I’m his wardrobe stylist. So when I saw that it had the letter ‘R,’ I bought it immediately,” she said.
Hinting at Future Appearances
The Queen of All Media also hinted that she would like to guest co-host Eat Bulaga! herself. “I love you to all the Dabarkads! Can I guest co-host next time?” she asked.
When Joey de Leon joked that Ryzza would become “Ryzza Mae Aquino” if she and Bimby ended up together, Kris quickly corrected him, saying, “Ryzza Mae Cojuangco Aquino.”
The ‘MaeBy’ Love Team
The nickname “MaeBy” was coined for the rumored love team of Bimby and Ryzza Mae after their interaction during Ryzza’s 21st birthday celebration on June 12, 2026. The playful banter on Eat Bulaga! has further fueled speculation among fans.
