Weak men enable toxic relationships – MMA fighter Louie Sangalang

Louie Sangalang —Contributed photo

Weak men are destroying Filipino society. That’s the brutal message from MMA champion Louie Sangalang, who isn’t pulling any punches in his take on modern masculinity in his first episode on Peanut Gallery Media Network’s YouTube channel.

Using the recent scandal involving Maris Racal and Anthony Jennings as an example, Sangalang slammed the growing culture of irresponsibility among men, calling it a key enabler of toxic relationships and the erosion of traditional Filipino values.

WATCH: Louie Sangalang’s full video on the PGMN YouTube channel here

Sangalang knows a thing or two about strength. A former national Philippine MMA champion with a flawless 5-0 record, his victories extend beyond the cage. As a survivor of a rare and aggressive cancer that claims the lives of half its patients, Sangalang didn’t just survive — he thrived.

He became the only Filipino cancer survivor to complete a full marathon in the North Pole and later showcased his indomitable spirit on The Apprentice: Asia, where he finished as the runner-up. Now a leader in the corporate world, he has played a pivotal role in the growth of several multi-billion-peso companies.

His message about accountability and resilience carries the weight of his own remarkable journey.

The controversy that sparked his commentary erupted when actress Maris Racal and her co-star Anthony Jennings faced public backlash for their alleged infidelity. Racal, who previously left her partner Rico Blanco to “focus on her career,” found herself in the spotlight again, this time accused of inappropriate behavior with Jennings.

Meanwhile, Jennings supposedly betrayed his long-term girlfriend Jam Villanueva, dismissing the incident as “method acting” and claiming to have been supporting Racal through personal struggles. Public apologies followed, but for Sangalang, the incident highlights a deeper societal issue.

“This isn’t just about infidelity or betrayal,” Sangalang stated. “The bigger issue is why weak Filipino men allow toxic women to thrive in our society.”

Sangalang outlined the traits he believes define weak men: lack of discipline, integrity, and accountability.

“Weak men lie, cheat, and steal. Weak men are the reason why families, relationships, and communities fall apart,” he said. He further argued that toxic relationships persist because men fail to set boundaries and uphold their principles.

For Sangalang, the solution lies in reclaiming strength and integrity.

“A strong man is loyal to his woman. He protects her — physically, mentally, and emotionally,” he asserted.

He emphasized that strength requires focus and resilience, qualities he believes are being eroded in today’s culture.

The MMA champion acknowledged his own flaws, stating: “I’ve made a lot of mistakes, but I refuse to accept that I will forever be weak. Every single day, I work 1 percent harder to become a stronger man — and so should you.”

His closing words were a sharp critique of the current state of masculinity: “No one respects a weak man. That’s why high-value women leave weak men like Anthony Jennings.”

For Sangalang, the message is clear — Filipino men need to step up, take responsibility, and redefine what it means to be strong.