Here’s what Claudine Barretto thinks as a mother now that her son is 18 years old.
Seasoned actress Claudine Barretto shared her thoughts about her son, Santino, who just turned 18 years old.
Recently, Claudine Barretto celebrated a big milestone in her life as a mother. Her eldest son, Santino, turned 18 on July 19, 2025, and she marked this occasion with an Instagram post that has a heartfelt caption and message.
Santino is her son with her ex-husband, Raymart Santiago, and he is her only biological son. In the emotional post, Claudine quipped about how fast time flies and how it makes her emotional to see him finally a grown man and officially an adult.
She wrote, “Happy 18th birthday! Time flew so fast! Your Ate Sab and I are a bit emotional now that you really are a man and an adult. I am so blessed to know that you have grown into a true gentleman. The way you treat people most especially women is something I take pride in.”
The actress then recalled the day she gave birth to him in 2007 at exactly 7:44 AM on July 19. She was given someone, a man, she will forever love, and never give up on. She is thankful for the son that he is to her and hopes that he may continue to hold her hand and kiss her.
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Previously, Santino has caught the attention of people online for his handsome and mysterious demeanor. He doesn’t like the spotlight even though he has the looks to be qualified. After all, it’s also in his genes as both of his parents are actors.
Netizens even compared him to a K‑drama heartthrob after seeing his photos taken from Sabina’s 20th birthday celebration earlier in July 2024.
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