Sparkle addresses issue on the performance of Julia Ann San Jose at a church

Sparkle GMA Artist Center has issued a statement on the performance of singer-actress Julie Ann San Jose at the Nuestra Señora del Pilar Parish.

"Sparkle GMA Artist Center takes full responsibility for Julie Ann San Jose's attendance at this event. It is our job to coordinate and clear details with the organizers and relay the instructions to the artists," the talent agency said in the statement.

"Julie Ann only fulfilled her duties and commitment as a true professional. She is a devout Catholic and had no intention of disrespecting the Church and its members."

Sparkle also apologizes to those who were offended and to its own artist, Julie Ann San Jose.

"We are truly sorry to those we have offended. We hope that this puts the issue to rest. We apologize to Julie Ann as well."

Sparkle pledged to be more vigilant in coordinating efforts to avoid a similar incident to occur in the future. — BAP, GMA Integrated News