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Actress calls out misuse of her name in legislative setting, cites broader concerns on respect and public conduct
MANILA — Anne Curtis has dismissed online speculation about her marriage to Erwan Heussaff while separately condemning remarks made by a Philippine lawmaker that she described as inappropriate and disrespectful.
Speaking during a television appearance on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Curtis said she was aware of a circulating “blind item” referring to a supposed “power couple,” but did not initially realize she and her husband had been included in the speculation.
“I knew the issue, but I didn’t know we were part of the list,” Curtis said, adding that she does not give weight to unverified rumors. She reiterated a personal approach shaped by years in the public eye, choosing not to engage with claims lacking attribution or substantiation.
Curtis, who has spent more than two decades in the entertainment industry, said she avoids allowing speculation to affect her well-being, noting that undue stress can have lasting personal consequences. She described her relationship with Heussaff as stable, acknowledging that disagreements occur but are handled without escalation.
In a separate development, Curtis addressed remarks made by Bong Suntay during a House of Representatives proceeding. The comments, which referenced the actress, drew criticism online and prompted Curtis to issue a public response.
In a statement posted on social media, Curtis said her name had been used “without consent” and in a context she described as “vulgar” and “disrespectful.” She said the incident reflects a broader pattern of language that women encounter in both private and public settings.
“What happened to me isn’t rare. It happens to women every day… What made this incident different is that it came from someone holding public office,” she wrote.
Curtis said she does not accept what she characterized as an insufficient apology and confirmed she is seeking legal advice. She also acknowledged a separate apology issued by the lawmaker’s spouse, expressing empathy while maintaining her position on the matter.
As of this writing, no formal disciplinary action has been publicly confirmed by House authorities. The incident, however, has renewed scrutiny on standards of conduct within legislative proceedings and the use of language by public officials.
Curtis’ response, measured but firm, reflects a broader shift in how public figures address issues of respect, accountability, and representation, particularly in spaces where power and public trust intersect.
