12/06/2026
HINDI HALFIE!
Nagbigay na rin ng opisyal na pahayag si Jether Palomo ukol sa kanyang post. At humingi siya ng kapatawaran sa kanyang mga nasaktan. Kasama sa kanyang pahayag na bagamat ipinanganak siya sa Amerika, siya ay fully Filipino sa kadahilanang parehong Pinoy ang kanyang mga magulang.
Narito ang kanyang pahayag:
I would like to address the recent issue and speak directly from my heart.
Two days ago, I attended a friend's birthday with friends from different parts of the world. We were asked to sing a song from our native language. It was a lighthearted moment that we enjoyed together and later shared on social media.
In response to that post, I commented "I pledge allegiance to the flag" I was born in the United States, and at the time, I viewed it as a playful nod to that. I now understand that my words caused hurt, and I take full responsibility for them.
For that, I sincerely apologize.
Intent doesn't erase impact. I understand why some people were disappointed, and I own that completely.
I am a full Filipino who was born in the United States. I am proud of where I was born, but I am equally proud of my Filipino heritage. I owe so much to this country, and representing the Philippines has been one of the greatest privileges of my life something I do not take for granted.
Thank you to those who took the time to express your concerns. This experience has given me the opportunity to reflect, learn, and grow.
Moving forward, I will strive to be more mindful of the platform I have been given and the responsibility that comes with it.
Thank you for your grace for an imperfect person like me.
