Filipino Valedictorian Publicly Confesses To Crush In Graduation Speech—People Find It Cringey

At a recent senior high school graduation ceremony in the Philippines, the school valedictorian shocked attendees by confessing his feelings to a fellow student during his speech. The declaration left the entire audience with mixed reactions—some cheering and others listening silently.

Held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City, the valedictorian declared his affection during the ceremony in front of peers, parents, teachers, and other guests. The unexpected revelation quickly went viral, drawing negative reactions online.

Netizens criticized his action, noting the pressure and discomfort it might have caused the girl. Many expressed second-hand embarrassment and concern, with comments like, “Too unfair for the girl. Just imagine you want to graduate and celebrate, then this happens,” and “He’s going to regret that.”

Others found the setting inappropriate for such a personal confession, predicting he will regret what he did in the future.

Adding to the awkwardness, the speech included lines like “To my potassium, my vitamin K,” a play on the girl’s first name, and “Okay, let me cook, let me cook” to quiet the crowd—both of which netizens found cringey.