JERRY OLEA
Pinag-usapan ang halikan nina Claudine Barretto at Pepe Herrera right after the premiere screening ng pelikulang Home Along Da Riles: Da Reunion noong Hunyo 15, 2026 sa Cinema 2 ng SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City.
Inusisa ng PEP Ttroika ang Optimum Star tungkol dito nang makatsikahan namin siya matapos ang Maddox Iconic Runway: Diamond Jewelry Fashion Show noong Hulyo 30, 2026, Huwebes ng gabi, sa Shangri-La EDSA, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City.
Napangiti si Claudine: “Ano lang yon. Sabi namin ni Pepe, ‘Pag nagsigawan ang mga fans sa eksena natin, gagawin natin ulit yon!’
“So, yon yung nangyari. Pero siyempre, nagpaalam muna kami sa asawa at saka sa anak.”
Mahigpit ang yakap afterwards kay Pepe ng kanyang daughter. Ayaw humiwalay sa ama habang iniinterbyu namin ito.
“Of course, at nakakatuwa naman kasi sobrang support talaga ng asawa at saka ng anak niya,” sambit ni Claudine.
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SURPRISE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Sinorpresa ang aktres ng mga kaibigan at supporters sa kanyang kaarawan noong Hulyo 20.
“Ayoko sana kasi nga, siyempre, nawala yung kuya ko, yung mommy ko,” saad ni Claudine.
“Parang… sabi ko, pass muna siguro itong birthday na ito. Pero alam mo, parang na-realize ko, dapat talaga siguro every birthday, mag-celebrate kahit maliit.
“Pero yun, sobrang happy. Sobrang happy ako.”
Ano ang birthday wish niya, kung meron man? Lovelife na ba ito?
“Wala muna! Ano muna, pause after 12 years. Nag-try naman talaga ako na, I mean, mag-date and all,” lahad ni Claudine.
“Pero parang hindi pa para sa akin. Hindi pa siguro talaga dumadating.”
Bakit hindi na na-patch up iyong sa kanila ni Milano Sanchez?
“Unang-una, hindi naman talaga naging kami ni Milano. We were dating, we were dating and hindi kami umabot ng two months,” paglilinaw ni Claudine.
“So... but we’re good friends. We still talk. We see each other from time to time. So, walang ano.”
Happy raw si Claudine sa kanyang mga anak, at dahil nagwo-work siyang muli.
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GORGY RULA
Idolo si Claudine Barretto ng may-ari ng Maddox jewelry na si Miss Charo Cordial.
Sabi ni Ma’am Cha sa mediacon bago ang fashion extravaganza, kung merong gaganap ng karakter niya sa TV o pelikula, ang choice niya ay si Claudine.
“Ginawa ko na yung buhay ni Miss Charo… hindi ko pa alam kay Miss Charo kung saan niya ipapalabas,” sey ng Optimum Star.
“Pero may isa pa kaming shooting day. And sobrang ganda ng buhay niya. Nakakatuwa.
“Kasi nga, isa rin siyang Claudinians. So, parang nakakatuwa lang na siyempre, pag nakikita mo, di ba, isang Claudinian na nagiging successful sa buhay,” sey ni Claudine.
“Parang feeling mo, ikaw rin. Naka-contribute ka dun sa buhay niya. So, parang na-inspire ka… naging inspirasyon ka niya kahit konti.
“So, malaking bagay sa akin, kaya tinanggap ko agad.”
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NOEL FERRER
Pinaka-shimmering splendid sa Maddox fashion extravaganza ang owner na si Miss Charo Cordial sa kanyang red gown.
Bahagi ng mensahe ni Miss Cha bago umpisahan ang pakislapan sa runway: “Tonight is deeply personal for me.
“Five years ago, Maddox Jewelry began with a simple dream — to create jewelry that was not only beautiful, but meaningful. Jewelry that people could wear not just to complete an outfit, but to express who they are.
“From the very beginning, I believed that luxury should never be out of reach, because confidence is not defined by status, age, or background. It is something every person deserves to feel.
“That belief became the heart of Maddox. Over the years, we have been blessed with incredible people who became part of our story — our loyal clients, our celebrity partners, our dedicated team, and everyone who believed in our vision. You have transformed Maddox from a dream into a growing legacy, and for that, I am sincerely grateful.
“This evening is our way of saying thank you. As we journey through different icons tonight, you'll discover that while fashion continues to evolve and trends come and go, one thing remains timeless — confidence.
“Jewelry has always transcended generations. It has celebrated milestones, preserved memories, and carried stories that live far beyond a single lifetime.
“That is what ICONIC means to us. It is not simply about fame or recognition. It is about leaving a mark... inspiring others... and becoming part of someone's story.
“To everyone who has walked this journey with us, thank you for making Maddox part of yours. As we celebrate five wonderful years, this is not the culmination of our story — it is the beginning of an even more exciting chapter.
“From my heart, and on behalf of everyone at Maddox Jewelry... Thank you for believing in our vision. Thank you for celebrating with us.
“And thank you for helping us continue to prove that true luxury is confidence worn with pride. Enjoy the evening, and let’s all make this night iconic.”
Ang nagdirek ng fashion show ay ang iconic na si Robbie Carmona.
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