Why are Filipinos fascinated by blind items, especially those about scandals? She said Filipinos are usually excited about blind items because of "the 'insider'/exclusivity aspect of knowing something that's generally not known to anybody else, making one feel more 'important'." As humans, Albano said, one of our evolutionary traits is to survive tough situations by amplifying our collective negative experiences or perceptions. She added that the enjoyment brought about by decoding blind items triggers the release of dopamine, also known as the "happy hormone," which creates feelings of pleasure and bursts of motivation. Entertainment writer Nathalie Tomada added that the guesswork involved in deciphering blind items is what makes these pieces of news particularly effective.

Source: Philippine Star January 19, 2026 08:59 UTC