Dustin and Bianca defend each other on TV

Dustin Yu and Bianca De Vera, stars of 'Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition,' have maintained their friendship outside the show.

During a recent appearance on 'Unang Hirit,' they reaffirmed their commitment to getting to know each other better in the real world, while on Wednesday's 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,' they addressed criticisms and comments from netizens.

Bianca defended Dustin against claims of being passive-aggressive, saying she did not see any negative signs from him during their time inside Bahay ni Kuya.

Dustin expressed appreciation for Bianca’s support and admitted that the comments led to a period of reflection, while Bianca acknowledged initial struggles with focus but emphasized her growth over time.

'Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition' airs new episodes on GMA Network Mondays to Saturdays at 9:35 p.m., with the finale set for July 5.