What began as an ordinary Sunday morning turned into a viral whirlwind of speculation, inspiration, and a dash of playful drama involving four of today’s most talked-about stars.

Actor Derrick Monasterio took to social media to share a cheerful group photo featuring his girlfriend Elle Villanueva, good friend Barbie Forteza, and actor Jameson Blake after completing the annual Aqua Run marathon event. But it wasn’t just their 10km run that had netizens buzzing.

“Started our Sunday running at the annual Aqua Run with good friends. So proud of Elle Villanueva for finishing her first 10km 🙂
P.S. shout Barbie for waking us up,” Derrick captioned the photo — seemingly harmless, but enough to fuel excitement.

Among the smiles and medals, what caught the public’s eye was the growing speculation around Barbie Forteza and Jameson Blake, especially after previous photos of the two holding hands surfaced online. Fans were quick to comment, ship, and speculate — but Jameson finally spoke out to clear the air.

“There’s nothing romantic between us,” he explained, addressing the viral images. “Barbie and I are just close friends who support each other.”

While some netizens appreciated the honesty, others remained unconvinced — fueling even more buzz around the friendly dynamic between the two.

But perhaps the real MVP of the day wasn’t the rumor mill — it was Barbie herself, who apparently made sure the whole group was awake and on time for the run. Derrick’s shoutout sparked laughs and love online, with fans affectionately dubbing Barbie “Team Mom” for making sure everyone showed up, laced up, and ran proud.

Elle Villanueva, meanwhile, earned praise for finishing her very first 10km run — a feat that even some fitness buffs shy away from. Her smile in post-race photos said it all: a mixture of exhaustion, joy, and pride.

As the group continues to enjoy the spotlight, one thing is clear: whether it’s running at dawn or dealing with rumors, they’re doing it together — and the internet can’t get enough.