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The scandal eventually faded as both moved into different chapters of their lives, though it is frequently cited in retrospectives of Philippine show business scandals.

While sex tape scandals are common today, the Velez-Fariñas tape was the first of its kind in the Philippines. It is widely alleged that Fariñas himself circulated the video, which reportedly showed the couple in their "birthday clothes". vivian velez rudy farinas betamax scandal exclusive

The relationship began while Fariñas was a law student at Ateneo de Manila University in the late 1970s. Known for his flamboyant personality, Fariñas reportedly brought the famous actress to his classes to distract his professors and classmates. The scandal eventually faded as both moved into