IC Mendoza says ‘all good’ after Migz Zubiri’s apology over ‘Inday Badiday’ remark

IC Mendoza and his family received an apology from Sen. Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri after the latter used the name of the former’s late grandmother, Inday Badiday, to describe the supposed “circus” in the Senate.

Zubiri earlier made mention of the late veteran TV host and entertainment journalist — whose real name was Lourdes Carvajal — during a Senate manifestation, speaking against Sen. Imee Marcos’ claims about an alleged constitutional assembly plot.

“Inday Badiday na ba tayo dito?” he said, calling Marcos’ allegations as “propaganda” and “fake news.”

IC cried foul over Zubiri’s remark, stressing it was a disrespect to Lourdes.

“She was more than showbiz chika and intrigues. She helped shape local pop culture and the entertainment journalism landscape of her time, and her work influenced conversations around media and entertainment for generations,” the TV personality said via his Facebook page.

“Reducing her name and legacy to describe the ‘circus’ happening in the Senate is offensive,” he continued. “Ang tagal nang patay ng lola ko (My grandmother has been dead for a long time). Please leave her out of your political commentaries and analogies.”

Zubiri then issued an apology on the matter and said it was a “slip of the tongue.” He further underscored his respect for Lourdes, noting her contribution to Philippine media and television.

“I take full responsibility because I should have been more careful with my words,” the senator stated. “My frustration was about the video shown on the Senate floor, and I never meant to disrespect her memory or reduce her legacy to politics.”

“Tama si IC Mendoza, dapat hindi na nadamay ang lola niya sa usaping pulitika. Kaya muli, I apologize deeply to the family and I will be more mindful moving forward,” he added.

IC, in turn, acknowledged Zubiri’s apology.

“I also get where you’re coming from and your frustration. And yes, I’m sure you meant no malice by it,” IC said. “Kilala talaga siya for showbiz intrigues, but it just felt off seeing her memory associated with fake news peddlers. Kaya that’s what caught us by surprise. But all good!”

“Thank you for this Senator Migz. Appreciate it, Keep fighting the good fight,” he addressed the senator.

IC is the son of Lourdes’ daughter, Dolly Anne Carvajal, who has yet to publicly speak on the matter as of this writing. /ra