The scandal exposed the underbelly of the Manila high-society and aesthetic medicine circle. It revealed a culture of inter-connected relationships among doctors, models, and socialites, shattering the polished image of the "Belo Empire" temporarily.
. The scandal broke when it was revealed that she had a brief "illicit affair" with Dr. Hayden Kho, who was at the time the partner of her employer, Dr. Vicki Belo
Here is a detailed look back at the . Context: The Atmosphere of the Time
: On December 9, 2008, Velasco reportedly visited Dr. Vicki Belo to reveal her illicit relationship with Kho. Princess Velasco Hayden Kho Scandal
Amidst this chaotic period, singer Princess Velasco, known for her acoustic covers, was briefly involved with Hayden Kho. According to a 2009 court affidavit, Princess Velasco admitted to having a brief affair with Hayden Kho while she was previously in a relationship with another acquaintance.
Princess Velasco: The none-of-your-(show) business interview
: Dubbed the "Acoustic Princess," she gained popularity in the late 2000s and early 2010s for her soothing acoustic covers of popular hit songs. The scandal exposed the underbelly of the Manila
is not just a singer who married a controversial doctor. She is a blueprint for modern Filipino celebrity survival. In an industry obsessed with noise, she chose quiet. In a world of fast content, she chose slow living.
As a direct result of the controversy, the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) revoked Hayden Kho’s medical license, though it was eventually reinstated in 2014. Post-Scandal: Redemption and Marriage
Dr. Belo, Kho's then-partner, was deeply impacted by the scandal. It was reported that she was responsible for retrieving items from a condominium unit where Kho resided. The scandal broke when it was revealed that
For fans who grew up with her voice as the soundtrack to unrequited love, the question is always: Is she still singing?
Before she became a household name for her soothing acoustic covers, Velasco worked as an Institutional Marketing Manager for the Belo Medical Group
The Catalyst: Princess Velasco’s Role in Uncovering the Truth