TVJ, composed of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon, alongside their fellow original Dabarkads from the popular show "Eat Bulaga," have made a highly anticipated return to national television with a brand new program on the TV5 network.
While the title of their show has yet to be disclosed, their comeback was marked by a grand entrance and warm reception.
Dressed in matching red attire, the trio was warmly greeted by network executives, as well as Mandaluyong City Mayor Benjamin Abalos and Vice Mayor Menchu Abalos.
Present at the launch of new show were the dabarkads fellow hosts Jose Manalo, Maine Mendoza, Allan K, Paolo Ballesteros, Ryan Agoncillo, Wally Bayola, Ryzza Mae Dizon and Carren Eistrup.
Notable personalities were also spotted in the audience included Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, Vic's wife Pauleen Luna, Joey's wife Eileen and daughter Jocas, and Tito's daughter and MTRCB chair Lala Sotto.
As they entered the venue, lively music accompanied their footsteps, gradually transitioning into a more sentimental melody that evoked strong emotions.
The trio shared a heartfelt embrace before facing the eager audience, with the initials "TVJ" prominently displayed as a tribute to their iconic names.
Later, they were joined on stage by their fellow hosts to sing the beloved theme song of "Eat Bulaga," albeit with a slight twist as they spelled out "E-A-T" instead of the customary "Eat Bulaga" in the jingle.
Before the final rendition of the theme song, the hosts were invited to suggest possible titles for their show.
After several hosts shared their perspectives on what "EAT" meant to them, Joey playfully proposed that "EAT" stood for "Eto Ang Title" (This Is the Title). However, it remains uncertain whether this suggestion will ultimately be chosen as the official title of the program.
TVJ, along with fellow hosts, recently signed with Mediaquest Holdings Inc. entering an agreement to produce content for TV5 and other platforms.
This comes afert the trio announced their departure from TAPE, Inc., the producers of "Eat Bulaga" and a GMA-7 block timer.
Other hosts quickly followed suit, including Paolo Ballesteros, Jose Manalo, Maine Mendoza, Ryzza Mae Dizon, Wally Bayola, Ryan Agoncillo, and Allan K.
