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Bayani and Long look back on career journey, share stories of friendship and family life

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Carmellie Ocampo

Bayani Agbayani and Long Mejia brought their trademark humor and charm to JeepneyTV’s “Stars on Stars,” delivering an engaging and entertaining episode full of witty exchanges and memorable moments.The two veteran comedians, known for their hilarious antics, gave us a deeper look into their lives on and off the camera by throwing questions at each other that they had never dared to ask before.<div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="691" referrerPolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/w08JRntuo6U" title="Stars On Stars: Bayani Agbayani and Long Mejia | Full Episode" width="1211"></iframe></div>Their one-on-one interview began with Long asking Bayani about his childhood dreams. Bayani revealed, &quot;Gusto ko maging seaman noong araw, kasi kapag nakikita ko ‘yong mga kapitbahay namin na seaman kapag umuuwi parang ang yaman, laging nagpapainom, maraming chocolates.&quot;Long then shared that his true ambition was to work as an NBI agent or a lawyer. He also mentioned that his father was a policeman in Manila.The nostalgia continued as Long asked Bayani about his most memorable show. Bayani quickly responded with “Kaya ni Mister Kaya ni Misis,” a Kapamilya sitcom he starred in alongside Maricel Soriano and Cesar Montano as leads.Bayani shared a touching memory of when he first realized he had made it as a celebrity. &quot;Noong minakeup-an na ako,&quot; he said, recalling the days when he worked as a personal assistant, wardrobe staff, props man, and set man at GMA 7. His big break came with “The Sharon Cuneta Show,” where he first experienced wearing makeup.For Long, the show &quot;Cool Ka Lang&quot; holds a special place in his heart. He revealed that he wasn’t originally part of the cast, but a twist of fate led to his inclusion when another artist couldn’t make it.The two funny men also reminisced about their first impressions of each other. Bayani admitted that he admired Long’s talent—a rare thing among comedians, &quot;Tsaka alam n’yo ang mga komedyante bihira maging fan ng kapwa nila komedyante. Kung hindi talaga napakagaling na komedyante ‘yun, hindi mo hahangaan,&quot; In a conversation about their personal lives, Bayani shared that he and his wife savor quiet evenings with red wine while watching TV, whereas Long lightheartedly admitted he&#x27;s not particularly romantic. They agreed that their wives love them for who they are, not for their celebrity status. Bayani also revealed that he maintains trust in his relationship by allowing his wife to access his phone.As comedians, they acknowledged the fine line they must walk to ensure their jokes don’t offend anyone. Bayani shared that he prays for guidance, hoping that his humor brings joy rather than hurt. If he ever crosses a line, he’s quick to apologize. He emphasized that he’d rather focus his jokes on himself rather than on others.On a more serious note, Long was asked what message he would like to leave for his kids and grandchildren. With sincerity, he expressed, “I love you, mahal ko kayo at lahat gagawin ni lolo, ni papa para maging maganda ang buhay n’yo.” When Bayani inquired about how his children would rate him as a father, Long humorously predicted a perfect score from them but anticipated a lower rating from his wife.&quot;Bayani and Long’s insightful conversation on &quot;Stars on Stars&quot; was more than just a stroll down memory lane—it was a celebration of their enduring friendship, shared values, and the journey they’ve taken from humble beginnings to becoming two of the most beloved comedians in the Philippines.

Bayani Agbayani and Long Mejia brought their signature humor to Jeepney TV's 'Stars on Stars.' 