By August 2009, the same year the scandal broke, the singer, now using the mononym "Princess," had released her debut album, under Vicor Records. The album, featuring acoustic covers of international pop hits like Beyonce’s "Single Ladies," became a massive commercial success. Within weeks of its release, it had achieved Gold record status and was ranked as the 4th top-selling OPM album for the period of August 1-15, 2009, outperforming established acts. Her acoustic rendition of "Single Ladies" became a radio staple, and she began guesting on major musical variety shows like ABS-CBN's ASAP and GMA's All Star K .
Velasco signed a major recording contract with . Dubbed the "Acoustic Princess," she achieved commercial success by releasing soft, soothing covers of popular hits. Her stripped-down style offered audiences a calm, therapeutic alternative to the high-energy pop dominating radio stations at the time. 2. Marriage and Family Lifestyle
The public outcry over the scandal served as a primary driver for the passage of Republic Act 9995 , also known as the Anti-Voyeurism Act of 2009, which criminalized the recording and distribution of sexual acts without consent.
The controversy began when Princess reportedly revealed to Dr. Rosario that she had a short-lived affair with Hayden. The Retrieval of Data: Testimony from Dr. Rosario and Erik Johnston Chua alleged that Dr. Vicki Belo Princess Velasco Hayden Kho Scandal
Princess Velasco strongly denied the allegations from the beginning. She maintained that no such video existed and that the rumors were fabricated or malicious.
The scandal wasn't just a tabloid sensation; it led to significant legal repercussions. Hayden Kho faced several lawsuits and, for a period, had his medical license revoked by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) due to "immoral and dishonorable conduct."
Unlike others who took a more public legal route, Princess Velasco largely chose to maintain her dignity through silence and a focus on her craft. She continued to release music, eventually finding her niche in the acoustic genre and becoming a mainstay on programs like ASAP . By August 2009, the same year the scandal
Erik Johnston Chua submits court affidavit denying ... - PEP.ph
Princess Velasco has successfully left the controversy behind. She is now married to her long-time partner, Dr. Mark Rosario—the same man whose friendship with Hayden Kho her affair had threatened to destroy. Together, they have built a family and have two children, Kobe and Milo. The fact that her husband stood by her and that their relationship not only survived but thrived in the aftermath of the public scandal is a testament to their resilience as a couple.
The timeline of the scandal shifted dramatically on the evening of December 9, 2008. According to legal documents filed during the subsequent investigations—most notably a detailed court affidavit by Erik Johnston Chua published on PEP.ph —Princess Velasco personally visited Dr. Vicki Belo at her residence in Makati City. During this meeting, Velasco admitted to having an romantic involvement with Hayden Kho. Her acoustic rendition of "Single Ladies" became a
At Belo’s request, Princess joined the group in retrieving Kho’s computers and storage devices from his condominium to verify these claims. This retrieval eventually led to the leak of the videos that sparked a national firestorm. Impact and Legal Fallout
Princess Velasco: The none-of-your-(show) business interview
