Gladys Reyes on extreme reactions to ‘Cruz vs. Cruz’ role: ‘Parang may death threat na eh’

Gladys Reyes’ portrayal of Hazel in “Cruz vs. Cruz” has drawn strong reactions from viewers, with the actress saying some comments have gone to unexpected extremes.

On Tuesday’s “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,” Gladys said she reads feedback online and understands that opinions will vary.

According to the actress, some viewers have become so immersed in the story that they speak to her as if she were Hazel in real life.

“Sabi mo nga, you cannot please everybody, right? Lalo na nga ‘pag nagbasa ka ng mga comments. Minsan may mga, parang akala nila, ako na yata talaga si Hazel. Talagang galit talaga sila sa 'kin. Pero, Tito Boy, pinakapalakpak ko ‘yun. Ang ibig lang sabihin nun, siguro naggagawa ko nang tama ‘yung aking trabaho,” she said.

Gladys added some of the messages she received went beyond ordinary viewer reactions.

“Tito Boy, parang may death threat na eh. Oo, umabot na ‘yung gano’n, wini-wish niya talagang ma-tegi ako sa totoong buhay. Talagang sinasapuso niya ‘yung kasamaang ginagawa ni Hazel Cruz,” she said.

Despite the harsh remarks, the actress said she still appreciates feedback from viewers, whether positive or negative.

“Pero, siyempre po, ako natatawa. Pero, ‘di ba, ang mga netizens ngayon, parang may direct access sila sa 'yo na nakakarating sa'yo ano ‘yung mga sinasabi. I appreciate all your comments, good or bad, ganiyan. Siyempre mas kinikilig kami, ‘pag good ‘yan,” Gladys said.

“Cruz vs. Cruz” airs on GMA Network at 3:20 p.m. on weekdays and 2:30 p.m. on Saturdays.

Gladys also stars in “The Heart of Music,” which is coming to cinemas on December 10. — Carby Basina/LA, GMA Integrated News