Jak Roberto, despite his recent breakup with Barbie Forteza, became the subject of playful teasing during a performance at an event in San Pablo, Laguna.
In a TikTok video shared by @judyanndanao9, Roberto was seen performing Orange and Lemons’ hit “Hanggang Kailan – Umuwi Ka Na Baby”. When he held out his microphone to the crowd to sing along, an audience member jokingly shouted, “Umuwi ka na Barbie,” a twist on the song’s original lyrics, “Umuwi ka na, baby.”
The actor responded with a surprised “Ano (What)?” before covering his mouth to stifle a laugh as the teasing remark was repeated.
Moving Forward After Breakup
Roberto and Forteza, fondly referred to as “JakBie” or “BarJak” by fans, were together for seven years before announcing their split on January 2. Both have remained tight-lipped about the reasons behind the breakup.
Since then, the two have been focusing on their individual journeys. Forteza recently embraced her “solo era” at a perfume launch in Quezon City on January 25, signaling her readiness for new beginnings.
A Beloved Onscreen Pair
The former couple shared a strong professional bond, co-starring in projects such as the film Laut and the TV dramas Meant To Be and Kara Mia. Their breakup, while disheartening to fans, has been met with support for their individual growth.
The Laguna event incident shows that while the breakup remains a topic of lighthearted banter, both Roberto and Forteza seem committed to moving forward in their respective careers.