It was an ordinary night on social media—until one post shook the internet. G Tongi, known for both her artistry and activism, broke her silence with a direct and unapologetic message. She brought back into the spotlight an issue many had tried to forget: Manny Pacquiao’s offensive statements against the LGBTQ community.

Back in 2016, Pacquiao caused global outrage when he said that people in same-sex relationships were “worse than animals.” It was a moment that cost him corporate deals and shattered his international image. But for the LGBTQ community, it was more than a PR disaster—it was a deep and personal wound that never fully healed.

Now in 2025, G Tongi has chosen to reopen that conversation—not out of hate, but out of principle.

“We cannot keep idolizing people who have hurt entire communities with prejudice,” she wrote in her now-viral post. “I haven’t forgotten what Manny Pacquiao said. Neither should you.”

With that one statement, online discourse reignited. Many praised G for her courage to speak truth to power, while others rushed to defend Pacquiao, claiming the incident was long over and that he had “changed.” But G’s point was clear—where was the accountability?

Accompanying her message was a photo of the Pride flag and a quote from a prominent LGBTQ advocate: “Silence is consent.” Her caption? Just two words: “We remember.”

Support poured in from netizens, especially from LGBTQ voices who felt seen and heard.

One commenter wrote, “In 2016, we stood up not just against a comment, but against a culture of discrimination. Thank you, G Tongi, for reminding the world that this fight isn’t over.”

Another added, “What Pacquiao said still echoes in my mind. Words like that don’t just fade—they scar. G speaking up means the world to people like me.”

Still, not everyone was on her side. Pacquiao’s loyal fans accused G of “digging up the past” and trying to “stir hate.” One user posted, “That was years ago. Why bring it up now?”

G answered that question in an Instagram live shortly after the backlash began. Calm and composed, she said:

“This isn’t about canceling anyone. It’s about responsibility. When you hurt a marginalized group and never fully own up to it, you don’t get to walk away unchallenged. Especially not when you’re planning a return to politics.”

Indeed, rumors have been swirling about Manny Pacquiao’s political comeback. That, G says, is why it’s important now more than ever to hold public figures accountable. Because political power without compassion is dangerous.

Backstage at a recent event, insiders claimed G had been reflecting on the issue for months. “She knew the timing might stir backlash,” one close friend said. “But she also knew it was the right thing to say.”

As the conversation continues online, G has remained calm, refusing to be silenced by hate comments or threats. “My voice is not for sale,” she said firmly. “And I will use it when it matters most.”

In a world where apologies often come too late—or not at all—G Tongi’s courage stands as a reminder: true advocacy doesn’t expire. Speaking truth isn’t about popularity. It’s about justice.

And that night, while the internet wrestled with opinions, one thing became crystal clear: some wounds never heal if they’re constantly ignored. And some voices, like G Tongi’s, refuse to let silence win.