Rufa Mae Quinto's confidence, charisma, and humor are undeniably contagious, making her a beloved figure across generations, from Boomers to Gen Z. Her humor is timeless, effortlessly entertaining without resorting to derogatory or misogynistic remarks—it's simply who she is. To celebrate her personality, here’s a look at some of our favorite moments that showcased Rufa Mae's wit.
Rufa Mae Quinto’s Wittiest Moments That Made Us Laugh Out Loud
1. Rufa Mae's Tribute Message To Mother Lily Monteverde
If there's a caption you can hear, this is it. Rufa Mae took to Instagram to commemorate the late Lily Monteverde, affectionately known as "Mother Lily," who passed away on August 4.
Rufa Mae conveyed her appreciation with love, and did it in the most *Rufa Mae* way possible.
"I am so happy and know there’s always a reason why things happened, happenings the beginning of a new life Mother, No no no! I wanna say don’t leave us but gotta go go go! Go go gone !" Rufa concluded in her post.
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2. "Go Go Go, No No No" With Boy Abunda
In a recent segment of Fast Talk With Boy Abunda, Rufa Mae took on a fun new game in addition to the usual fast talk. In this game, she was given various scenarios and had to respond with "GO GO GO" if she agreed or "NO NO NO" if she disagreed. Among the scenarios she agreed with were lending money to a friend and giving cheaters a second chance.
Rufa Mae explained her stance on the latter by saying, "Pag mahal mo, ganon talaga," emphasizing her belief in forgiveness for those she loves. She humorously added, "Past is fast talk," which caught the audience off-guard and elicited a hearty laugh.
Reflecting on happiness, Rufa Mae shared, "Happiness is when it happens, you know. Right? Whatever you like happens, that's happiness for me. Whatever your mind, body, and soul want to happen, it's gonna be happiness and happenings."
3. How To Pronounce Designer Fashion Brands The *Rufa Mae* Way
When Rufa Mae Quinto shares her wisdom, it’s sure to make waves. In a segment with Preview, Rufa Mae took on the challenge of pronouncing designer fashion brands and delivered with her signature pronunciation. Starting from the hard to easy, she pronounced Longchamp as "Luuung Shump," Bulgari as "Bull Gary," and Marchesa as "More Kaye Suh."
She also tackled the highly anticipated Ermenegildo Zegna as "Er Ment uh Jeel Doh Zane Yuh" and Saint Laurent as "San Loh Rahn."
4. "AgosTodo" With Rufa Mae In Family Feud
No one beats a game show that has Rufa Mae humor in it. Her comedic wit is so effortlessly natural that it resonates across the screen. In her memorable cameo on Family Feud, Rufa Mae didn’t just make an appearance; she made it a standout moment. Her playful interactions with host Dingdong Dantes showcased how her presence can instantly elevate the energy of any show. With her signature catchphrase, "Go go go, to do na 'to," she brought an extra layer of fun and laughter that truly highlighted her exceptional ability to entertain.
5. The Origin Of "Go Go, Todo Na ‘To" With Vice Ganda In Gandang Gabi Vice
We've discovered the ultimate formula for laughter: Rufa Mae Quinto + Vice Ganda = Todo Todong Tawanan. In Gandang Gabi Vice, Rufa Mae revealed the origin of her signature catchphrase, "Go Go Go, Todo Na ‘To." She shared that it reflects her real-life dedication at work, often pushing through late nights with a determined "Tara na, itodo na natin ‘to."
But the fun didn't stop there. Rufa Mae and Vice Ganda did a "mini workshop," where Rufa Mae took on serious scenes from iconic movies, stepping away from her usual comedic roles. Her reenactments, including Angelica Panganiban’s intense line from One More Try—"Ang pera natin hindi basta basta mauubos. Pero ang pasensya ko konting konti nalang"—and Nora Aunor’s famous "Walang Himala," were met with laughter. Rufa Mae's unique take on these scenes, including a musical rendition, left the audience—and even Vice Ganda—laughing their hearts out.
Thank you for your motivational statements, Ruffa Mae! Indeed, when life gets tough, we would just say, go go go!
