Gretchen Barretto and Tonyboy Cojuangco back in the Philippines

From PEP -

Gretchen Barretto and longtime partner Tonyboy Cojuangco arrived yesterday, July 5, in Manila from San Franciso, California. The plane touched down at around 6:00 a.m. and GMA-7's Showbiz Central managed to take some footage of the arrival.

Tonyboy, who underwent an operation in the US to remove a tumor found on his throat, was on a wheelchair and was immediately swarmed by his bodyguards as soon they caught sight of him.

Gretchen took a while before emerging. The controversial actress was reportedly hesitant and felt anxious upon learning that television crews were waiting outside for her. Many think that Gretchen feared being hounded with questions regarding the controversial "kisscandal" involving her and John Estrada. Gretchen opted not to grant any interview at the height of the controversy and relayed statements only through letters or text messages.

She obliged, however, to give some comments yesterday while making her way towards a waiting vehicle.

The coverage of the arrival will be aired by Showbiz Central on Sunday, July 8.