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‘Pinoy Big Brother’ housemates Andre Brouillette and Lou Yanong share an intimate moment as shown in the reality series’ March 4 episode. ABS-CBN
MANILA — Intimate moments between two housemates aired in the Monday episode of “Pinoy Big Brother” (PBB) have sparked a debate not only inside the famous yellow house, but also among viewers on social media.
Housemates Andre Brouillette and Lou Yanong, who previously admitted having romantic feelings for each other, were shown kissing several times after having consumed alcohol during a pool party.
Their affectionate behavior, which started from hugging then making out, unfolded in front of the other housemates, who appeared uncomfortable at the sight.
The display of intimacy prompted a discussion among the housemates, notably Mary Grace Lagos and Fumiya Sankai, who agreed that while they are all adults who can make their own decisions, propriety should still be considered.
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They asserted that Andre and Lou should have been mindful of their companions, who were just a few feet away from where they were kissing.
Mary Grace, the eldest in the batch, eventually approached the two and stopped them from kissing while in the pool. Andre and Lou, however, then went inside the house, leaving the rest of the housemates to discuss the situation in the garden area.
“Kahit sabihin natin mag-girlfriend-boyfriend sila, this is not the right place,” Mary Grace said. “Wala akong karapatan na bawalan silang dalawa, kasi matanda na sila. Pero dito kasi, iba kasi ang setup.”
The youngest, 19-year-old Hanie Jarrar, meanwhile, did not appear bothered by his housemates’ affectionate behavior. In the confession room, he told Kuya: “We were all drinking pretty hard, me included. If it’s okay with Andre, and it’s okay with Lou, then I’m fine with it.”
On the morning that followed, Fumiya, a close friend of Andre, told the latter how the drunken intimacy had made most of the housemates uncomfortable. Andre, who has said he plans to ask Lou to be his girlfriend after they exit the house, appeared surprised by his own actions as narrated by Fumiya.
Andre said he had no recollection of some parts of the previous night, particularly when he and Lou were kissing while lying down on an inflatable floater.
Andre and Lou discussed what had transpired, and clarified that neither has ill feelings about how they behaved. Andre did say sorry, however, saying he had intended to kiss Lou only when they would become official.
“I don’t want to rush things,” he told Kuya in the confession room. “I do want me and Lou to be strong with time before we can move on to another step.
Lou, for her part, explained her openness to Andre, telling Kuya that she had only recently been hurt after a failed romance. She said she was the “rebound” of a man who had separated from his girlfriend, but when the latter two patched things up, Lou was left behind.
“Nasaktan ako, siyempre. Nawala [‘yung sakit] nu’ng na-meet ko si Andre. Kasi may tao palang kayang piliin ako,” she said.
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On Twitter, where the episode become the No. 1 trending topic as it aired, viewers’ reactions were mixed, showing an apparent divide between those preferring traditional courtship and those who pointed out the progressive culture of dating in recent years.
Here’s a look at some of the reactions that gained traction:
Oh. May issue pala sa naghalikan. Kahit na apparent na may damdamin 'yung dalawang tao (na nasa wastong gulang na) sa isa't isa. I'm curious: do you squirm like that when actors have love scenes on TV? Why not? Ah, because they're just acting? So 'yung totoo pa ang bawal? Galing.
And of course, you resort to slut-shaming the girl kahit wala namang halikang magaganap kung wala 'yung lalaki. Panginoon ko, 2019 na. Nabalitaan niyo ba? Hindi eksklusibo sa lalaki ang pagnanasa. Ang linis mo naman. Gusto mo rin namang halikan ang crush mo kaso ayaw niya sa 'yo.
Napapagod ako sa "Dalagang Pilipina" archetype na 'yan para sa mga kaibigan at kamag-anak kong babae. Daming rules e. Dapat pakipot, di-makabasag-pinggan, tahimik, etc etc. E dalawa lang naman ang dapat na criteria niyan: 1.) Dalaga 2.) Pilipina
— FUMIYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH (@naNADYAatREIDy) March 4, 2019
Brother’s who really care. My admiration for FUMIYA AND YAMYAM has grown so much more. They want nothing but the best for their younger brother and sister. Pag sobra na kelangan ng pigilan. You always got each others back so adorable! ❤️💛💚💜🧡💙#PBB8TheKisspic.twitter.com/EkoRZKkYil
Fumiya's opinion about what happened between Lou and Andre made me realized that I really stan the right man! He knows how to show respect, knows how to value friendship and most importantly, he loves the housemates and treats them as his own family. #PBB8TheKiss
Lou does not deserve to be called malandi, pokpok, or any degrading terms. NO girl deserved to be slut shamed. You calling her names does not make you any better than her. #Pbb8TheKisspic.twitter.com/RG2Zi0fqgQ
Fumiya to Andre: If you feel offended, I'm sorry. We are friends and family, that's why I'm advicing you...We are not child anymore, we are adults. We know the limits. You should think for other people, not only you.
IMHO, people bashing Andre, Lou, or both of them are the living embodiment of toxic Filipino culture. Fight me if you want, I'm not changing my mind about this. Seriously, Andre and Lou don't deserve to be crucified for kissing, even on national TV. It's no big deal. #PBB8TheKisspic.twitter.com/NzyZBbTpte
i just cried. in one way or another we all aspire to find that person na “pipiliin tayo” matapos lahat ng sakit.
Kudos to this girl. She’ll learn from this. She’s been through a lot. And as fans all we want is to see her happy. If it’s with Andre then so be it. #PBB8TheKisspic.twitter.com/43S73tkH8q
Lou & Andre kissed, yes. But slut shaming Lou? Calling her names? That's a big no no. They kissed in the wrong place at the wrong time, pero y slut shame her? No woman deserves to be slut shamed. Team LAYF parin, their friendship is so genuine. Fumiyam's advice tho. #PBB8TheKisspic.twitter.com/BWjzqQkjfC
I’m disappointed that Lou and André lost control. But they took responsibility and have said their apologies. And most importantly, they talked to each other and made sure that they’re okay. #PBB8Thekisspic.twitter.com/ZYOUS1meyi
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