Claudine Barretto

Claudine Barretto
Barretto in 2023
Born
Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto

(1979-07-20) July 20, 1979 (age 45)
Manila, Philippines
OccupationActress
Years active1992–present
Political partyPDP–Laban
Spouse
(m. 2006; ann. 2013)
Children4
Relatives

Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto (Tagalog: [klaʊˈdin baˈrɛto]; born July 20, 1979) is a Filipino actress. Known for her acting versatility, she is considered one of the most prolific actors in Philippine entertainment. She has received numerous accolades, including two FAMAS Awards and a Star Award.

Barretto made her screen debut on the youth-oriented variety show, Ang TV and became a mainstay in several sitcoms, including Home Along Da Riles, Oki Doki Doc, and Palibhasa Lalake. Since then, she has established herself as one of the most significant figures in Philippine pop culture, garnering subsequent success and accolades for top-billing a string of classic soap operas including Mula sa Puso (1997), Marina (2004), and Saan Ka Man Naroroon (1999).

In 2000, she starred in the critically acclaimed drama Anak. She then starred in the 2002 romantic dramas Got 2 Believe and Kailangan Kita, earning a Best Actress win at the Luna Award for the latter film. For her role in the drama Milan, she won the FAMAS and Luna Award for Best Actress. She continued to gain acclaim for her performances in Nasaan Ka Man (2005), Dubai (2005), and Sukob (2006).