Who are Claudine Barretto Parents? Meet Miguel Alvir Barretto and Estrella Castelo Barretto

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Updated Jan 06, 2024

Who are Claudine Barretto Parents? Meet Miguel Alvir Barretto and Estrella Castelo Barretto

Who are Claudine Barretto's Parents?

So who are Claudine Barretto's Parents? According to our research, Claudine Barretto's Parents are  Miguel Alvir Barretto and  Estrella Castelo Barretto . Claudine Barretto is a Filipino actress, born on 20 July 1979.

Real Name

Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto

Date of birth

20 July 1979 

Age

44 years old

Height

158 cm, 5 feet 2 inches

Weight

58 kg (128 lbs)

Birth Place

Manila, Philippines

Gender

Female

Profession

Filipino actress

Nationality

Philippine

Parents

Miguel Alvir Barretto

 Estrella Castelo Barretto

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Who is Claudine Barretto?

Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto, born on July 20, 1979, is a highly versatile Filipino actress, celebrated for her extensive contributions to Philippine entertainment. Her adeptness in acting has earned her widespread recognition, clinching accolades such as two FAMAS Awards and a Star Award.

Launching her career on the youth-oriented program Ang TV, Barretto swiftly became a fixture in various sitcoms like Home Along Da Riles, Oki Doki Doc, and Palibhasa Lalake. Over time, she solidified her position as a prominent figure in Philippine pop culture, notably through her leading roles in beloved soap operas like Mula sa Puso (1997), Marina (2004), and Saan Ka Man Naroroon (1999).

Claudine Barretto Career

Discovery and Early Work (1992-1996):

  • Discovered by talent manager Douglas Quijano through her sister Gretchen Barretto.
  • Debuted on ABS-CBN's "Ang TV" in 1992.
  • Starred in TV series like "Home Along Da Riles," "Oki Doki Doc," and "Palibhasa Lalake," and the movie "May Minamahal" in 1993.

Breakthrough (1997-2001):

  • First TV drama series "Mula sa Puso" in 1997, followed by various successful films and series.
  • Notable works include "Saan Ka Man Naroroon" (1999), earning an Asian TV Awards nomination, and the acclaimed film "Anak" (2000) alongside Vilma Santos.

Critical and Commercial Success (2002-2008):

  • Highlighted by significant films like "Got 2 Believe" and "Kailangan Kita" in 2002, earning critical acclaim.
  • Starred in TV series like "Buttercup" (2003-2004), "Marina" (2004), and "Walang Kapalit" (2007).
  • Won FAMAS Awards for "Milan" (2004) and "Nasaan Ka Man" (2005).

Move to GMA Network (2009-2012):

  • Surprised media by transferring to GMA Network in 2009.
  • Headlined her drama anthology and starred in movies like "In Your Eyes" (2010).

Comeback and TV5 (2015-2017):

  • Made a comeback in the film "Etiquette for Mistresses" (2015), also appearing in TV shows like "Maalaala Mo Kaya" and "Bakit Manipis ang Ulap?" on TV5.

Later Career Moves:

  • Made a rare appearance at the Star Magic Ball in 2017 after leaving ABS-CBN in 2009.
  • Signed a management contract with ALV Talent Circuit in 2020.
  • Made a successful acting comeback on GMA Network's "Wish Ko Lang" in 2022, starring in two top-rated episodes.

Claudine Barretto Early Life

Birth and Family Background:

  • Born on July 20, 1979, in Manila, Philippines, to Miguel and Estrella "Inday" Barretto.
  • Youngest among seven siblings, including actresses Gretchen and Marjorie Barretto.

Personal Relationships:

  • Partnered with Rico Yan, her on-screen and real-life partner until his sudden death in March 2002 due to acute hemorrhagic pancreatitis.
  • Married actor Raymart Santiago in March 2006; their marriage was annulled in 2013. They have two children: Sabina and Santino Santiago. Claudine adopted another child named Quia Barretto in 2015.

Family Feud and Reconciliation:

  • Involved in a highly publicized feud with sisters Marjorie and Gretchen in 2013.
  • Reconciled with Gretchen in February 2019 after the rift.

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Claudine Barretto Parents - FAQ

1. Who are Claudine Barretto's Parents?

According to online sources, Claudine Barretto's Parents are Miguel Alvir Barretto and Estrella Castelo Barretto.

2. Who is Claudine Barretto?

Claudine Barretto is a Filipino actress.