For Filipino-American content creator Bretman Rock, there’s no better way to celebrate Pride Month than by introducing his new boyfriend, Justice Fester, to the world.

On Sunday, June 2, Bretman shared a heartfelt photo carousel on Instagram, capturing moments from a cozy indoor date with Justice.

“Happy Pride Y’all!” Bretman exclaimed in the caption. “I’m spending it being gay asf.” The post, which radiated love and joy, quickly amassed thousands of likes and comments from fans celebrating the couple's new chapter, calling it a ‘soft hard launch’.

Shortly after sharing the photos, Bretman took to his Instagram Story to confirm what many had suspected: he is indeed in a relationship. 

“I do have a man,” he said, smiling broadly, “We out here.”

This public declaration ended weeks of speculation fueled by Justice’s TikTok post last month, which had first sparked rumors about their relationship.

Adding to the excitement, Bretman announced that he would soon launch his own podcast channel, “Da Baddest Radio.” The podcast promises to give fans an inside look at Bretman’s life and will feature the story of how he and Justice met.

This upcoming venture marks yet another milestone in Bretman's prolific career, showcasing his versatility and commitment to engaging with his audience in new and innovative ways.

In January, Bretman celebrated his eighth year in social media, reflecting on his journey with pride. He paid tribute to his younger self, saying, “I am proud of that little brown boy,” attributing his success to “a little Filipino bakla.”

Bretman’s last visit to the Philippines was in August 2023 for a belated birthday celebration in Palawan. The trip, which underscored Bretman’s love for his roots and his adventurous spirit, was filled with memorable experiences, including fire dancing on the beach, an unfortunate stingray encounter, and tasting the local delicacy, tamilok. 

— By Samantha Prats