Denny Sumargo Responds to Bias Accusations in Ruben Onsu and Sarwendah’s Divorce

Content creator Denny Sumargo faced intense social media backlash and accusations of bias after interviewing Sarwendah and representatives for Ruben Onsu on his YouTube channel, according to statements made by Sumargo in Jakarta on Monday, August 3, 2026. The former basketball player defended his coverage, stating that balancing the perspectives of both warring fan bases is an unavoidable consequence of covering high-profile celebrity disputes.

Social Media Backlash and Accusations of Bias against Denny Sumargo

Public scrutiny intensified around Denny Sumargo following back-to-back appearances by Sarwendah and legal representatives for Ruben Onsu on his interview platform. According to Sumargo, supporters from both sides flooded social media with complaints, claiming the host favored opposing parties during the discussions.

“Gue membaca dua sisi. Jadi sisi yang A, sisi dari pihak RO (Ruben Onsu) fans-nya bilang kalau gua memihak pada Sarwendah karena pertanyaan gue kurang,” Denny Sumargo explained when met in the Senayan area of Central Jakarta on Monday, August 3, 2026. “Nah, yang Sarwendah fans-nya malah bilang gua berpihak pada RO karena gue terlalu mengiyakan pengacaranya.”

Balancing Narratives Through a ‘Cover Both Sides’ Strategy

Despite taking heat from rival factions online, Sumargo adopted a relaxed stance toward the public friction. He maintained that inviting both sides of a trending celebrity separation or dispute is standard journalistic practice designed to prevent one-sided, potentially misleading narratives from dominating the public conversation.

“Awalnya kan dari Sarwendah, kemudian gak mungkinlah kita gak undang dari pihak RO karena ini kan podcast sebagai media kan karena kalau satu sisi kan pesannya nggak cover both side, nggak bagus gitu,” Sumargo stated, emphasizing the necessity of offering an equitable platform.

Managing Legal Risks and the Absence of Ruben Onsu

While Sarwendah appeared personally on the digital program, Ruben Onsu did not attend the shoot directly. Instead, the entertainment figure sent his legal counsel, Minola Sebayang, to speak on his behalf.

Sumargo noted that airing the lawyer’s statements remained vital to ensure fairness and provide a proper right of reply to all parties involved in the public feud. However, the 44-year-old actor admitted that producing such sensitive content carried inherent professional risks. He acknowledged feeling anxious that unmanaged comments from high-profile guests could easily turn into a public relations disaster.

“Ada satu ketakutan yang mana saya takutnya nanti malah jadi pada blunder. Ya pada blunder, jadi tambah kacau,” Sumargo concluded.