Former elections commissioner and wildly popular PGMN Anchor Atty. Rowena Guanzon publicly came out as lesbian for the first time in an unexpected moment during a candid on-air conversation on the network, a moment that unfolded spontaneously as she spoke about her mother and the support she received growing up.
The exchange will be further unpacked in an upcoming Raw And Real special episode with Guanzon set for release Today, February 5, 2026 at 7 PM.
The disclosure emerged naturally while recalling her adolescence and the role her mother played in her life. She described a memory from her youth when she went home early from school and spoke to her mother while lying down with pillows. She recalled saying she did not feel well and wanted to say something important. She described her mother as a lawyer, a board member, and someone she knew to be both graceful and fierce.
“She sat on the bed, and I said,” Guanzon narrated.
“A girl kissed me, and I kissed her back.”
Guanzon spoke of her mother’s response as one of care and quiet understanding, framing it as a defining moment that carried into her adult life. The memory, she said, reflected a steady presence of love and support that shaped how she came to understand herself.
The statement marks the first time Guanzon has publicly identified herself as gay. She shared it without buildup or framing, grounding the moment in personal reflection rather than public positioning.
Guanzon is widely known for her sharp legal mind and uncompromising public presence. Her decision to speak openly about her identity adds a personal dimension to a career shaped by public service, legal advocacy, and unfiltered commentary.
