September 2 ------ Gerald Anderson might’ve won the hearts of the public after his heroic deeds during disasters operations, but he insisted he doesn’t see it as a stepping stone to joining politics in the future. Anderson caught the attention of netizens after rescuing several stranded individuals at the height of the onslaught of Typhoon Carina, with many thanking him for making a consistent effort to help others.
But when asked if he considered it as an opportunity to enter politics, the actor maintained that that wasn’t his intention, saying he wanted to use his influence to do good. “Sa comments may nakikita ako [na pumasok sa pulitika], pero nakakatulong naman tayo eh. And I’m so blessed. Okay na ako sa ganito because I still have the opportunity na makatulong sa iba,” Anderson told reporters on the sidelines of a media launch for his upcoming series “Nobody.” “Isa [ito] sa mga motivations ko to work harder to maintain my celebrity status kasi ang laki ng tulong niya talaga. As much as possible, ginagamit ko [siya] sa tama,” he continued.
Anderson pointed out that his “power and opportunity” as a celebrity is enough to influence his supporters in the right way. “Aaminin ko, may mga kaibigan akong pulitiko. May mga nakakausap ako dahil sa mga projects na ginagawa ko. The power is there.” “If gusto mo talagang tumulong, and the impact is there, nand’un ang power and opportunities,” he continued. “Ang swerte ko lang na dahil celebrity din ako, nand’un ‘yung power and influence — and ginagamit ko sa tama.”
Touching on his viral video, Anderson stressed that helping the victims of the typhoon wouldn’t gain traction if he’s not a celebrity. “Sa tingin mo, kung hindi ako artista, magte-trend ba ‘yun? Hindi, diba? Nagkataon lang na artista ako, na-videohan, but that also inspired many other people. Gan’un ang tinitignan kong influence.” “Noong nag-trending ang video na ‘yun, sabi ko, I don’t want to inspire other people na lumangoy sa baha kasi napakadelikado n’un. Hindi ko ‘yan ineencourage. Matagal na akong [nagsi-swimming], I’ve done search and rescue training. But I want to inspire people to give a helping hand in different ways,” he further added, in response to INQUIRER.net’s question on what gives him the courage to keep helping people.
The actor nevertheless thanked those who expressed their concern, saying being an inspiration to do good is enough for him. “Pwede kayong mag-donate, pumunta sa mga shelters — ang daming paraan na tumulong. Ang dami naming sugat na nakuha but I’m so touched with everybody that messaged me na uminom ng gamot, may nagpadala sa’kin ng gamot kasi naubusan lahat ng gamot sa drug store, it makes everything worth it,” he said.
Anderson is set to make his teleserye comeback with “Nobody,” which is directed by Benedict Mique. Details on the premiere date and his castmates are yet to be announced.
Source: inquirer.net
Comments