Kobe Paras and Rhaila Tomakin: Just Good Friends
Basketball player Kobe Paras and singer Rhaila Tomakin have addressed rumors about their relationship, clarifying that they are just good friends. This statement came after netizens speculated about Rhaila being Kobe’s new girlfriend following photos of them holding hands during a vacation in Bali, Indonesia.
In a recent interview, Rhaila was asked directly about the nature of her connection with Kobe. She responded, “Kobe is such a great guy and a very good friend, but that’s about it.” When prompted to confirm if they were truly just friends, she firmly replied, “Yeah, we’re friends.”
Addressing the Rumors and Public Speculations
Rhaila also addressed accusations from some fans who claimed she was the third party in Kobe Paras and Kyline Alcantara’s breakup. She expressed understanding of how people might jump to conclusions quickly, saying, “Gets ko naman ‘yung mga tao, like, how easily it can be misunderstood. And I don’t want to invalidate anyone’s feelings kasi as Filipinos, we have that three month rule kind of thing.”
She further explained, “It’s 2025 now guys and we have same day delivery now and it’s not international shipping anymore…But for me personally, I wasn’t really trying to insert my feelings or hurt anyone’s feelings.” Rhaila emphasized that their encounter was simply a coincidence of being in the same place at the same time, adding, “It was just a matter of the same place, same time, we have this simple moment and I don’t read too much into it.”
Rhaila’s Message to Kyline Alcantara
Rhaila admitted she does not personally know Kyline Alcantara, explaining, “Because I grew up in Dubai and I don’t really watch –laki akong Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network.” Nonetheless, she sent a sincere message to the actress: “I wish her all the best, I wish her more projects, more love, more happiness.”
She added, “Grabe, people are so critical with women, so I wish her all the best because at the end of the day, we have our own blessings. Like, I wish her blessings in the world and I have my own.”
Background on the Breakup and Viral Photos
Rumors of Kobe and Kyline’s split began when fans noticed they had unfollowed each other on Instagram. Shortly after, pictures surfaced showing Kobe holding hands with another woman in Bali, sparking widespread speculation.
Following the viral photos, Rhaila caught public attention when netizens spotted that one of her social media posts featured the same background as Kobe’s Instagram post. These photos were reportedly taken at a rented Airbnb house in Bali.
Who is Rhaila Tomakin?
For those unfamiliar with Rhaila, she is a singer signed under a record label owned by a celebrity couple. Her music and social media presence have gained traction recently, especially after the rumors linking her to Kobe Paras.
In summary, Kobe Paras and Rhaila Tomakin maintain they are simply good friends despite public speculation. Rhaila’s clear statements and her respectful message to Kyline Alcantara highlight her intention to avoid misunderstandings and negativity.
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