Sharon Cuneta calls accusers 'liars' over photo used in Zaldy Co presser
Megastar Sharon Cuneta has denounced as 'liars' those who used a photograph of her and her husband, Senator Francis Pangilinan, at a press conference concerning allegations against former congressman Zaldy Co. Cuneta asserts the photo was taken during a visit to thank supporters for Pangilinan's election campaign and is unrelated to any illicit activities.
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