People are curious to know whether Vice Ganda is transgender or gay. What is his sexuality? Read the article below to know all about him.
Vice Ganda is a Filipino comedian, talk show host, television presenter, actor, entrepreneur, and singer. In fact, his real name is Jose Marie Borja Viceral.
Furthermore, Ganda is a regular host on ABS-CBN’s noontime variety show It’s Showtime and has starred in several films, eight of which are considered to be the highest-grossing in Philippine cinema.
Is Vice Ganda Transgender? Gender And Gay Sexuality Explored
Vice Ganda recently explained that he is gay, not transgender. He also explained the difference between gay and transgender in many of his interviews.
Furthermore, Vice is known for his pop performance and fashion choices which involve cross-dressing. He had asked a contestant whether they identify as gay or transgender during the Miss Q & A segment of It’s Showtime.
The contestant, Eula Vega, revealed that she identifies as a woman. That was when Vice started to express the facts and views on sexual expression. In addition, he said that he can become an occasional cross-dresser. However, he identifies himself as a gay man, not a transgender woman.
Vice Ganda’s Husband Or Boyfriend – Ion Perez
Ion Perez is the husband of Vice Ganda. In fact, the couple recently revealed about his wedding on 13th February 2022, just before Valentine’s day.
The announcement was made through Vice’s YouTube channel on Sunday, 13th February 2022. He revealed that the couple had got married in Las Vegas on 19th October 2021.
The two publicly avowed their commitment to each other in a union that is similar to marriage but without legal status. It was a commitment ceremony.
Furthermore, Vice and Ion had traveled to Los Angeles, California last October for the concert titled “Vax Ganda: A Dose of Laughter”. Later on 17th October, Ion uploaded a vlog sharing updates of their vacation. The couple had stayed at the Hilton Los Angeles North Glendale along with their staff and crew.
Know More About Vice Ganda
Vice Ganda was born on 31st March 1976 in Tondo, Manila, Philippines. He was known by his nickname “Tutoy” as a young boy.
Vice is the youngest of five siblings. He grew up in the neighborhood along José Abád Santos Street in Manuguit, Tondo, Manila.
Talking about his parents, Ganda’s father was a native of Taysan, Batangas, and a barangay captain in Tondo, Manila. He was murdered when Vice was young.
On the other hand, Vice’s mother was an Ilocano from San Juan, La Union. She worked as a caregiver after her husband’s death.