Marc Nelson says godson’s well-being was his only concern in testifying against Maggie Wilson
MANILA, Philippines – On Wednesday, January 22, Marc Nelson clarified on his Instagram stories that his “only” concern in the dispute between Maggie Wilson and her estranged husband Victor Consunji was the welfare of Connor, the ex-couple’s son.
On January 18, Wilson took to her Instagram stories to state that Nelson, her former co-host, testified against her in court when Consunji filed a protection order barring the former beauty queen from communicating with her son. In the protection order, it is stated that Wilson is a threat to Connor’s “mental and physical well-being.”
Nelson, who is Connor’s godfather, said that he only had in mind the best interests of his godson, who he said has had to deal with these issues publicly. He expressed concern for Connor, who he said is at an age where he is just beginning to build his identity and form relationships with his schoolmates and community.
Nelson said that he spoke to Connor privately, and the latter allegedly confided in him that Wilson’s social media posts about the matter upset him.
“He specifically shared that these posts place him in an uncomfortable position, drawing unwanted attention and questions from both peers and adults — attention he neither likes nor wants. That is why, when called to testify, I had told the judge only what my godson had told me, nothing more and nothing less,” the TV host said.
Nelson then attested that while he knows both Consunji and Wilson personally, he has never intentionally gotten involved in their feud and has “no desire to,” adding that his concern has always been Connor and his wellbeing.
“In line with that, to honor his wishes, I don’t plan to say any more on this matter, and I would respectfully request the media to also do the same and keep his name and any reference to him out of any future articles concerning his parents,” he added.
Wilson and Consunji split up in 2021. Although they initially said that the split was “amicable,” Wilson later revealed that she had been barred from spending time with Connor over Christmas even though it was agreed upon prior to the occasion.
The ex-couple’s public dispute had unfolded from there, with Consunji suing his estranged wife for adultery, and Wilson claiming that authorities had shown up to her home to try to arrest her.
In September 2023, Wilson alleged that online trolls were behind a “smear campaign” meant to tarnish her and her business’ reputation. She further claimed that it was Consunji and his new partner, Rachel Carrasco, behind it all.
In May 2024, Wilson revealed that a protection order that was filed against her, sharing that it had been nearly 500 days since they last spoke.
On January 18, Wilson said that the protection order was denied by the court as there was insufficient evidence to prove that Wilson caused Connor psychological harm. – Rappler.com