MANILA, Philippines — The Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition just had its most jaw-dropping eviction yet, and it’s got both celebrities and netizens in an uproar. Klarisse de Guzman and Shuvee Etrata—known to fans as ShuKla—were unexpectedly sent packing last Saturday after receiving the lowest percentage of votes to save. Left inside the house are the duos of Dustin Yu-Bianca de Vera and AZ Martinez-River Joseph.
ShuKla’s exit came as a shock to many, especially since the duo had consistently earned praise for their authenticity, emotional intelligence, and unshakable teamwork. They were widely seen as strong candidates for the Big 4.
But the drama didn’t end at eviction. Online, a frenzy erupted, not just out of disbelief, but also due to rising speculation and criticism surrounding the eviction’s cause.
The 3-Point Vote Controversy
Netizens quickly pointed to the housemates’ internal nomination process, where AZ and River gave Klarisse and Shuvee the maximum 3 points, a move that significantly influenced their placement in the eviction lineup. The pair’s decision has now drawn backlash online, with fans calling it a “strategic betrayal” that directly contributed to ShuKla’s downfall.
Many have flooded X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok with posts questioning the intentions behind the vote, with the hashtag #ShuKlaDeservedBetter trending hours after the episode aired.
Celebrities Speak Out
Award-winning journalist Kara David voiced her sadness on Facebook, writing:
“Sobrang lungkot. Para sa akin, si Shuvee at Klarisse ang pinakatotoo sa loob ng bahay ni Kuya… Salamat Shuvee at Klarisse dahil na-inspire n’yo kaming lumaban. Sa buhay, manalo man o matalo… ang mahalaga, lumaban.”
She also shared a news article about their eviction by GMA-7 Public Affairs, where she reiterated that the duo stood out for their honesty and grace under pressure.
Vice Ganda also didn’t hold back. The It’s Showtime host posted a series of heartfelt tweets lauding Klarisse’s brilliance and perseverance:
“Now that Klarisse is out of the PBB house it’s time na we really start supporting this brilliant talent… may pambihira talaga syang talento.”
Vice revealed he had even produced a concert for Klarisse in the past, out of frustration that she was not being given her rightful spotlight in the industry. While he had reservations about her joining PBB, due to the popularity politics within the show, Vice said he was proud of how she lasted until the final weeks.
“Di man sya ang maging Big Winner, sobrang proud ako sa kanya… Mas dumami ng lubos ang naniniwala at humahanga sa kanya.”
Voting System Under Fire
Adding fuel to the fire, netizens have also turned their criticism toward the show’s voting system, particularly its integration with the Maya App. Fans are accusing the management of prioritizing profit over fairness, citing the paid voting mechanism as a “money-hungry” tactic that disadvantages viewers who cannot afford to vote multiple times.
The phrase “#PBBMayaScam” began trending on X, with users demanding transparency and calling for a return to more accessible and democratic voting systems. Many longtime fans argue that PBB has strayed from its core values by turning fan support into a pay-to-play competition.
With only weeks left before the Big 4 are revealed, ShuKla’s exit has left an undeniable void—and ignited a crucial conversation about fairness, integrity, and the direction of reality TV in the Philippines. As fan unrest simmers and pressure mounts on the show’s producers, one thing is clear: Klarisse and Shuvee may be out of the house, but their story—and the ripple effects of their exit—are far from over.
