Raymart trying to live a normal life

MANILA – Raymart Santiago seemed happy and at peace when he appeared at a fashion event over the weekend along with his brother Randy, and athlete-actor Benjie Paras. This comes amid his legal battles with estranged wife, actress Claudine Barretto, whom he accused of having a history of drug abuse and mental illness. In an interview with ABS-CBN News at the sidelines of the fashion show, Santiago shared that going out with his family and friends helps him cope with what’s happening in his life. “Kagaya nito, kumbaga itong event na ito, kapamilya namin ang nag-imbita. Sa everyday, as much as possible gagawin ko lahat ng gusto ko ring gawin para kahit paano makalimot din. Tuloy ang buhay,” he said. In his effort to live a normal life, Santiago said it has also helped that he is now working on a show. “Nag-umpisa na rin ang trabaho ko. Oo, dapat naman talaga normal ang buhay,” he said. Refusing to talk about the issues surrounding his family, Santiago said he is just happy to have a breather and be seen somewhere else other than inside a courtroom. “Mabuti naman for once, wala sa korte. I can do what normal people do, manood ng show kasama pamilya at kaibigan,” he said. Santiago and Barretto were married in a Church wedding in March 2006. They have two children -- an adopted daughter, Sabina, 9; and a biological son, Santino, 6. Their separation was only revealed last August by the actress’ mom.

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Raymart dares Claudine: Take NBI drug test

MANILA -- Raymart Santiago has taken up a dare to undergo a drug test but on the condition that his estranged wife Claudine Barretto will agree to a random blood test under the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI). The 40-year-old actor, in a statement given to ABS-CBN News on Wednesday, addressed Barretto's latest accusations in relation to their controversial legal spat involving allegations of domestic violence and drug abuse. Santiago's legal counsel, Atty. Ruth Castello, said her client is "willing to take the challenge of drug-testing anytime of day and night [because] he has nothing to hide." In a press conference held Tuesday, Barretto denied her husband's allegations of drug abuse, which he chronicled in photos and videos in his counter-affidavit filed before the Marikina Regional Trial Court last September 24. Accompanied by her father, Miguel, Barretto showed the results of six drug tests she said she had undergone in recent weeks, with the latest being last Sunday, September 30. She went on to challenge Santiago to undergo the same tests. This latest exchange of accusations is in relation to cases the 34-year-old actress had lodged against her husband. Barretto is seeking to make permanent a temporary protection order (TPO) against Santiago, which stems from the alleged "physical, sexual, psychological and economic" abuse she had suffered from her husband. The "Mula sa Puso" actress detailed these abuses, which she said dates back to 2002, in a case filed late August against Santiago for his alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004. Santiago and Barretto were married in a Church wedding in March 2006. They have two children -- an adopted daughter, Sabina, 9; and a biological son, Santino, 6. On Wednesday, Barretto said Santiago has been wanting to end their marriage so he would have full control of her money, noting they never had a pre-nuptial agreement. Addressing this, Castello said in the statement released Wednesday: "Money is not the cause of Raymart and Claudine's marital break-up. It is the lack of peace and harmony between them and in their household that it was no longer healthy." Claudine's 'trauma' Santiago's camp also responded to Barretto's recollection of an alleged incident in 2010, which she said traumatized her. The actress, during the press conference on Tuesday, hit her husband's supposed absence during the "terrible" episode. "Meron silang ginawa noong 2010 that really traumatized me, and walang ginawa si Raymart para protekhan kami ng mga anak ko. Instead ginamit niya pa 'yun para takutin kami... 'Yung nangyari sa 'kin was terrible, horror talaga. I would not wish it to happen to anybody," she said. Acknowledging the supposed incident, Santiago said on Wednesday, "Wala ako doon. Si Gretchen at Marjorie (Barretto's estranged sisters) ang tumakbo sa bahay para tulungan si Claudine dahil nasa taping ako. Kinwento na lang nila sa akin ang nangyari." Both Barretto and Santiago have yet to divulge the details of the alleged incident. The actor also denied Barretto's accusations that he had used illegal means to record the photos and videos he included in his counter-affidavit. "Sana tumigil na sila nang kakakalabas nang hindi totoo," Santiago added. "Marami pa akong matinding ebidensya na pwedeng ilabas ngayon, pero hayaan na lang natin si judge ang makakita nito. Huwag na sa public." "Napilitan ako maglabas ng ebidensya sa media para ipangtanggol ang pangalan ko. Masyado niya akong sinisira kaya nagsabi lang ako ng totoo. Ngayon alam na nila kahit papano, pwede na ako tumahimik," he said. -- with a report from Ginger Conejero, ABS-CBN News

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Raymart answers perjury charge filed by Claudine

MANILA – Actor Raymart Santiago on Monday filed his counter-affidavit to the perjury case filed against him by his estranged wife Claudine Barretto. The celebrity couple separated early this year, with Barretto alleging that she suffered "physical, sexual, psychological and economic" abuse from Santiago supposedly since 2002. Santiago has repeatedly denied these allegations, and expressed confidence that the truth will come out even as Barretto filed a temporary protection order against him in July, and a case for his alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004 in late August. On September 4, Barretto filed yet another case against her husband, this time for perjury. According to the actress' legal counsel, Atty. Ginger Castillo, Santiago's camp supposedly lied in a sworn statement in August. "According to them, there is no other case pending when they filed their habeas corpus and they knew at the time there was the TPO case," Castillo said, adding Santiago's lawyers are also respondents in the case. Responding to the allegation, the actor's legal counsel, Atty. Ruth Castillo explained they have yet to receive a copy of the TPO petition when they made the sworn statement. In a past interview, Santiago refused to give a long comment, only saying, "Nagiging circus lang, eh. Pabayaan mo na siyang (Barretto) magsalita." - with a report from Ginger Conejero, ABS-CBN News

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Claudine on Raymart: Never getting back together

Actress slaps perjury case vs husband, lawyers MANILA -- Claudine Barretto was quick to respond when asked if there is any chance she and Raymart Santiago will get back together, amid the former couple's escalating legal tiff. "Hindi na, okay na 'yon, huwag na," the 34-year-old actress said on Wednesday, explaining she and her children have supposedly gotten used to Santiago's absence. The couple's 9-year-old daughter, Sabina, is currently in the hospital due to high fever. But according to Barretto, her eldest child hasn't asked for her father since she was confined. "Hindi [na niya hinahanap], hindi. Sanay na," Barretto said. Even if Santiago wished to visit Sabina, the actress added, he wouldn't be allowed, citing the temporary protection order (TPO) granted to her against the 40-year-old actor by the Marikina Regional Trial Court (RTC). "Pangalawa," Barretto said, "huwag na tayo mag-plastikan. Hindi naman talaga siya gano'n, 'yun lang 'yon." Asked if she regrets no longer raising her two children with Santiago, the actress said, "Pag sanay kang ikaw nang ikaw, mas makakahinga ka na nang mas maayos." 3rd case The celebrity couple's separation early this year, Barretto has claimed, stems from the alleged "physical, sexual, psychological and economic" she suffered from Santiago supposedly since 2002. Santiago has repeatedly denied these allegations, and expressed confidence the truth will come out even as Barretto filed the TPO against him in July, and a case for his alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004 in late August. On Wednesday, Barretto filed yet another case against her husband, this time for perjury. According to the actress' legal counsel, Atty. Ginger Castillo, Santiago's camp supposedly lied in a sworn statement in August. "According to them, there is no other case pending when they filed their habeas corpus and they knew at the time there was the TPO case," Castillo said, adding Santiago's lawyers are also respondents in the case. Responding to the allegation, the actor's legal counsel, Atty. Ruth Castillo explained they had yet to receive a copy of the TPO petition when they made the sworn statement. Santiago, meantime, refused to give a long comment, only saying, "Nagiging circus lang, eh. Pabayaan mo na siyang (Barretto) magsalita." Coping Claudine Asked how she is coping given the successive complaints she has failed against her husband, Barretto said, "Through prayers lang talaga." "When you're really pushed to the wall talaga, wala ka nang ibang magagawa kundi magpakatatag. Maraming taong sumusuporta, nagmamahal, nagdadasal para sa akin, and I think that's what's most important. Maraming taong nagmamahal sa amin ng mga anak ko," she said. Barretto also shrugged off her detractors, saying her only goal is to ensure the welfare of her children. "Sa mga tao na hindi nakakatulong at nakakadagdag lang ng problema, hindi ko nalang sila iniinda, hindi ko nalang sila pinapansin. Hayaan nalang natin. "I'm not out to please everybody, I'm just trying to protect my children. 'Yun lang naman talaga 'yon eh. And sana, 'yung mga dumadagdag sa gulo, they'll just leave me in peace," she said.

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Help your daughter, Raymart tells Claudine's parents

 MANILA -- Raymart Santiago appealed to the parents of his estranged wife, Claudine Barretto, to help her with her supposed "condition," amid his escalating legal battle with the actress. The 40-year-old actor is now facing a case for alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004, which Barretto filed Thursday afternoon before the Marikina Regional Trial Court (RTC). On Friday, Santiago attended a court hearing for the Gabriela-backed case which accuses him of "physical, sexual, psychological and economic" abuse against Barretto, supposedly dating back to 2002. Santiago and Barretto were married in March 2006. They have two children -- an adopted daughter, Sabina, 9; and a biological son, Santino, 6. Citing a gag order, the actor refused to divulge details about Friday's court proceedings, but offered he is more than ready to face Barretto's accusations. "Noong una pa lang naman, sinabi niya na magpa-file siya ng VAWC, so talang hinihintay lang namin kung ano ang ipa-file niya, at may pangsagot naman kami doon," he said. Claudine's 'problem' Santiago also criticized his wife's frequent granting of interviews in relation to the case, as he brought up the alleged "problems" of Barretto which he said he had sought to address together with her parents. "Pwede naman niya sabihin lahat, lalo na mahilig siya sa media, mahilig siyang magpa-interview. Pwede niyang ibato sa akin lahat, lahat ng gusto niyang ibato. Pero, totoo ba 'to? "At uulitin ko ang sinasabi ko -- alam ng mga magulang niya ang nangyayari. Alam niyo ang totoo, tulungan niyo ang anak niyo," he said. On Thursday, Santiago addressed Barretto's parents, Miguel and Inday, in expressing his disappointment that they didn't stand by a decision they supposedly made concerning the actress' condition. "Kay mommy at daddy, alam niyo ang totoo. Tayo-tayo ang nag-uusap dati, 'yung problema ni Claudine. Alam niyo and sana panindigan nila 'yung sinabi nila dati sa akin," Santiago said. At the height of the Barretto family's publicized feud early this year, Claudine's older siblings Gretchen and Joaquin brought up the actress supposed "illness," with the latter saying she was put in a hospital at one point. Responding to Inday's move to disown Gretchen in favor of her youngest daughter, Joaquin in a statement mentioned "the truth about Claudine's condition." "May I remind you that it was you and dad who had her put in a hospital because you wanted to save her from destroying herself. Yes, Claudine is going through rough times. Again. And if you truly love her, then you should take concrete steps to save her rather than hitting Gretchen simply because she is standing up to Claudine," Joaquin said in April. 'Battered woman syndrome'? On Thursday, a tearful Claudine in a press conference admitted seeing a psychologist to deal with her personal problems, which she said stemmed from the abuse she suffered in her marriage to Santiago. "Kinailangan kong magpa-process sa mga pyschologist, sa Gabriela, kung meron ho ba akong battered woman syndrome... Nawalan na ako ng self-esteem, ng self-worth. Hindi lang naman ho pambubugbog 'yung pinagdaanan ko eh, kundi mental torture din," she said, crying. Asked for details on the allegations of his wife, Santiago on Thursday only expressed confidence that the truth will eventually come out. "Alam ko na lalabas din ang katotohanan, meron din akong ebidensya... Kahit paano, asawa ko siya. Kahit paano, masakit sa akin na nangyayari 'to lahat, pero 'yun ang gusto niya. 'Yun ang ibibigay ko sa kanya," he said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/30/13/help-your-daughter-raymart-tells-claudines-parents

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Claudine reveals 'years of abuse' with Raymart

MANILA -- "Today, I am breaking my silence." This was the pronouncement of actress Claudine Barretto in making known a "vicious cycle" of abuse from her husband, actor Raymart Santiago, which allegedly dates back to 2002, four years before they were married. The 34-year-old actress on Thursday filed before the Marikina Regional Trial Court (RTC) a complaint-affidavit detailing Santiago's "physical, sexual, psychological and economic" abuse, with photos showing Barretto's wounds supposedly from the actor's acts of violence. The 40-year-old Santiago now faces a case for his alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004. Barretto was accompanied by her legal team, her parents, as well as fan groups dubbed "Claudinians" and "Claudinatics," in formalizing the complaint on Thursday afternoon. The actress joined her supporters in wearing purple shirts imprinted with "Stop Violence Against Women and Children - Gabriela" on the front side, and "Justice for Claudine Barretto" on the back.

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'Bullied' Claudine? Raymart responds

Actor accused of 'making faces' during hearing MANILA -- Raymart Santiago isn't convinced that his estranged wife, Claudine Barretto, was "bullied" by his brother amid a legal battle involving the former couple and their two children. The 40-year-old actor on Tuesday afternoon attended a court hearing on a petition for a permanent protection order filed against him by Barretto, his spouse of seven years. The petition stems from the alleged "physical, verbal, psychological, and even economical" abuse of Raymart against Claudine, as well as their two children, which the actor has repeatedly denied. Citing a gag order, both camps refused to detail the court proceedings on Tuesday. The actress' legal counsel, however, appeared confident about their chances, saying, "It's looking good for us." After the hearing, which lasted two hours at the Marikina Regional Trial Court, Santiago was asked to address his wife's allegations of "bullying" against the actor's brother, singer-host Randy. "Wala namang sinasabi si Randy na ano... He was just protecting me. Parang... I don't know, baka she's overreacting," he told ABS-CBN News. "Parang hindi naman bully siguro 'yung ginawa ng kapatid ko sa kanya, kasi sa mga nabasa ko, parang wala naman sinabi si Randy na nakaka-offend," he added. In an interview with ABS-CBN News on August 6, Randy asserted that his brother is not capable of hurting Barretto or their children, saying only dedicated fans of the actress would believe her allegations. The former noontime show host also expressed confidence that the "truth will prevail." Raymart 'making faces'? Santiago was also asked to address another supposed case of bullying, when he allegedly "made faces" at Barretto during Tuesday's hearing to annoy his former partner. The actor only laughed, saying, "Oh, sinabi niya 'yon?" Referring to his legal feud with Barretto, which also includes a custody battle over their two children, Santiago said he will leave it up the court to arrive at a compromise. "Sa akin, nasa korte na lahat, eh. Respetuhin na lang natin 'yung korte," he said. Barretto, for her part, said Tuesday that taking to court her marital woes is meant to assure she will no longer be a victim of oppression and abuse. "Mas stronger na ako ngayon, mas kaya ko na harapin ang laban na 'to para sa mga anak ko, syempre. Kailagan na rin malaman ng lahat kung ano ba talaga ang totoo, at heto na, babangon na, lalaban na, at hindi na ako magpapaapi. Hindi na mauulit 'yon," she said. The actress has said she is set to file another case against Santiago for his alleged violation of the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) Act of 2004.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/27/13/bullied-claudine-raymart-responds

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Raymart reunites with kids

MANILA, Philippines -- Batangas Governor and Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos revealed that it was her personal choice to get Kapamilya star Richard Yap to be part of her first indie movie, "Ekstra." During a press conference of "Ekstra" on Thursday, Santos said she requested to have Yap in the film because she's a big fan of the ABS-CBN hit daytime series "Be Careful With My Heart." "Si Papa Chen, special request po 'yon. Si Papa Chen special request ko kay direk ...ah si Sir Chief na siya ngayon," Santos said, using the names of Yap's characters in "My Binondo Girl" and "Be Careful With My Heart." "Sabi ko, 'Direk, ang dami nating big stars baka naman pwedeng lumabas din dito si Sir Chief," she added. "Kasi fan ako ng 'Be Careful With My Heart.' Kapag nasa bahay ako nanonood ako talaga at alam ko talaga at nai-in love ako sa karakter nilang dalawa ni Jodi," she said, referring to the series' female lead star Jodi Sta. Maria. Aside from Yap, Santos also thanked actress Marian Rivera and Kapamilya actor Piolo Pascual for appearing in "Ekstra." "Thank you sa lahat ng mga nakasama pero a very, very special thanks kay Piolo Pascual na anak ko sa 'Dekada '70,'" she said. On Thursday, Santos personally received her best actress trophy from the 2013 Cinemalaya for her performance in "Ekstra" since she couldn't attend the awards night last Sunday because of a prior commitment.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/08/13/raymart-reunites-kids

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Raymart barred from seeing kids, Claudine

MANILA -- Raymart Santiago and Claudine Barretto met for the first time in court on Wednesday in relation to a protection order filed by the actress against her husband in late July. Both camps met at the Marikina Regional Trial Court, where Barretto is now seeking to make permanent the temporary protection (TPO) order she had sought against Santiago on behalf of her and their two children. The TPO, which was granted early this week, restricts Santiago "from inflicting physical, psychological and mental abuse to Claudine and the kids." Under the order, the actor is also prohibited from being within 300 meters of Barretto, their children, their residence, and the children's schools. Santiago is also restricted from communicating with his wife, both their kids, and their household help. The same order likewise prohibits Santiago "or anyone under his direction" from speaking about Barretto or the case to the media. The TPO stems from Santiago's alleged "physical, verbal, psychological, and even economical" abuse towards Barretto, which the actor denied. The couple was married in March 2006. They have two children -- an adopted daughter, Sabina, 9; and a biological son, Santino, 6. According to Santiago's legal counsel, Atty. Peter Sanchez, the actor has already filed a petition for a writ of habeas corpus to see his children. The case was raffled off Wednesday morning to Branch 168 of the Marikina RTC. After Wednesday's hearing, Santiago expressed confidence that "the truth will eventually come out." "Lalabas naman lahat 'yan sa korte," Santiago, who was escorted by security personnel, told reporters as he exited the Marikina RTC. He also thanked those who support him despite Barretto's allegations. "Gusto ko magpasalamat sa lahat ng mga sumusuporta sa akin, at mga taong naniniwala sa akin. Naniniwala ako na lalabas din ang totoo dito," he said. Barretto, who was present in the closed-door hearing on Wednesday, was seen hastily leaving the court. She opted not to grant any interviews. -- Report from Ginger Conejero, ABS-CBN News

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Raymart may face criminal raps, Claudine's lawyer warns ABS-CBNnews.com

MANILA - Threatening to file a criminal case against Raymart Santiago, the camp of Claudine Barretto called out her estranged husband for the alleged "untruths" he used to "entice" her into marriage. The 34-year-old actress' lawyer, Ferdinand Tapacio, bared their plans Tuesday night in a statement given to ABS-CBN News following Santiago's statement in connection with the temporary protection order (TPO) Barretto filed against him Monday. In Topacio's statement, which he said is not covered by the gag order issued by the Marikina Regional Trial Court (RTC), the lawyer addressed Santiago's earlier reference to his wife's "capacity to make up stories." Barretto's legal counsel said Santiago's statement was "funny," noting his alleged dishonesty with the actress in wooing her into a relationship. He added these "layers of untruths" may form basis for a criminal case against the 40-year-old actor. "Mr. Raymart Santiago has said in a statement that my client, Ms. Claudine Barretto, is 'capable of making up stories.' "We find that statement to be very funny, coming from a man whose very foundations for his enticements for Ms. Barretto to enter into marriage with him are based on stories concocted by him, and bolstered by layer upon layer of more untruths as we shall prove in a separate case. The deceptions by Mr. Santiago may even constitute criminal offenses," Topacio said. The lawyer also expressed confidence in his client's case, saying they are supported by "solid evidence." "The allegations of Ms. Barretto are based on solid evidence of all kinds and nature. We are looking forward to seeing Mr. Santiago in court, so that, once and for all, it may determine who is telling the truth," he said. Barretto sought Monday a TPO from the Marikina RTC against Santiago for her and their children. The actress, however, refused to divulge the reason for the legal step. Santiago, for his part, readily denied Barretto's "accusations" that he physically hurt her and their children, aged 9 and 6. The former couple got married in March 2006.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/30/13/raymart-may-face-criminal-raps-claudines-lawyer-warns

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Gretchen not shocked by Claudine-Raymart rift

MANILA -- Actress Gretchen Barretto said she is not surprised by the latest controversy involving her sister, Claudine. On Monday, Claudine filed a temporary protection order against her estranged husband, Raymart Santiago. Asked for comment about the issue, Gretchen said: "No. I was not shocked. With many things happening, I am only concerned with my self-preservation." Gretchen added that she and their brother, Jay-Jay, are hoping that the truth will prevail. Meanwhile, Gretchen said she is excited over her new projects, which include the Cinemalaya movie "The Diplomat Hotel" and the ABS-CBN series "Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala," which stars Judy Ann Santos. She made her first appearance as a lawyer in Santos' soap on Monday (July 29). "Abogada niya ako. Akala ko professional na ako, pero mas pa pala si Juday. I learned so much from her," Gretchen said. -- Report from Mario Dumaual, ABS-CBN News

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/30/13/gretchen-not-shocked-claudine-raymart-rift

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Randy believes Raymart incapable of hurting Claudine

MANILA – Singer-actor Randy Santiago believes his younger brother Raymart is not capable of hurting his wife, actress Claudine Barretto. This after Randy was asked by the media amid rumors that Barretto is a battered wife. “I don’t think so. From my end, kapag sinaktan niya si Claudine, kami ang kalaban niya. Ibang usapan iyon. Hindi lang pamilya niya, kundi pamilya namin. I don’t think he will do that,” Randy said in a taped interview aired on “The Buzz” on Sunday. Last month, Barretto caused alarm among her followers on the image-sharing service Instagram when she posted a photo showing her face with what appears to be a bruise. In the photo, which has since been deleted from her Instagram page, the 33-year-old actress is seen posing with her daughter, Sabina, and two other girls. Meanwhile, Randy revealed that Raymart is doing okay despite his separation to Barretto months ago. Randy said Raymart is coping well since he left his and Barretto’s conjugal home. “He’s very okay. Except for the kids, siyempre nami-miss niya pero he’s coping. Hindi maiiwasan [maging malungkot] kasi ilang taon din niya kasama si Claudine,” he said. According to Randy, Barretto and Raymart are still on speaking terms and he still gets to see his son and daughter. “Nagkakaroon naman yata [ng chance makita 'yung mga bata]. Binibigyan naman yata ng pagkakataon ni Claudine, wala naman yatang problema,” he said. “The Buzz” tried to get Barretto’s side through her manager, but the actress declined to give any statement regarding the matter.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/28/13/randy-believes-raymart-incapable-hurting-claudine

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Claudine files protection order vs Raymart

MANILA – (UPDATE 1) Actress Claudine Barretto filed a temporary protection order against her estranged husband, Raymart Santiago, before the Marikina Regional Trial Court on Monday morning. Barretto was accompanied by her counsel, Atty. Ferdinand Topacio. Topacio said Barretto had been thinking about this move for a while and it’s just now that she had the courage to file the complaint. “She has been under intense and tremendous emotional stress. Mula pa po noong Sabado nung pinatawag niya po ako. Actually, nagdadalawang-isip po talaga siya. Ang pag-file po nitong TPO ay hers and only hers,” he said. While he cannot disclose any details about the petition, Topacio said Barretto only wants herself and her children to be protected against Santiago. “Kami ay umaasa na ito ay agarang maaprubahan. Ang hinihiling namin dito ay hindi makalapit si Mr. Raymart Santiago sa aking kliyente at sa mga bata, na hindi po magkaroon ng actual physical threat. Marami po kaming hinihiling doon sapagkat napagkaalaman namin na may mga armas na pag-aari, high-powered firearms si Mr. Santiago at ito po ay kasama sa TPO pati ang pagbibigay ng suporta,” he said. Topacio also asked the media to give Barretto some space, saying that what she is going through now is a very sensitive matter. “Sana ay bigyan natin ng privacy si Ms. Barretto dahil ito po ay it was a very painful decision for her to make. Talagang namilipit siya ng husto, physically, emotionally, mentally bago niya napagdesisyunan ito,” he said. In a separate interview with dzMM, Barretto asked her supporters to pray for her family. "Siyempre may pinagdaraanan at hindi okay. But I'm trying my best to be okay for my children, to be strong for my children and for my family," she said. "Ayaw ko talagang magsalita. I am not ready to talk. I don't want to talk. I just want to be protected. I just want my children to be protected. Yun lang masasabi ko," she added. It has been almost a month since Barretto’s mom revealed that Santiago is no longer living with her daughter and grandchildren. Despite this, Santiago’s older brother Randy told “The Buzz” on Sunday that the two are still on speaking terms and he still gets to see his son and daughter. “Nagkakaroon naman yata [ng chance makita 'yung mga bata]. Binibigyan naman yata ng pagkakataon ni Claudine, wala naman yatang problema,” he said

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/29/13/claudine-files-protection-order-vs-raymart

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Claudine, Raymart celebrate birthdays apart

MANILA – Celebrity couple Raymart Santiago and Claudine Barretto celebrated their birthdays apart amid their continued estrangement following the actor’s decision to leave their conjugal home. In her official Instagram account on Saturday, Barretto posted several photos during her “birthday salubong” which she celebrated along with children Santino and Sabina. She also posted a picture of Sabina making a steak for her prior to the event. The actress also took the opportunity to thank her supporters who gave her gifts and greeted her. “To all Claudinians thank u for all d gifts, cards, letters & for baking these cakes for Sab & Saint & I. Maraming salamat po sa lahat ng prayers, walang sawang support at pagmamahal nyo po sa akin & sa mga anak ko,” she said. She added: “Thank u at pinaganda nyo ang bdays nina Sabina, Santino lalo na po yung sa akin, lalo ngayon sa pinag dadaanan namin ngayon u all have been so supportive & inspiring.maraming maraming salamat po! I luv u all very much!” On the other hand, entertainment website Pep.ph reported that Santiago celebrated his birthday at a restaurant on the same day. Both stars were born on July 20. It has been almost a month since Barretto’s mom revealed that Santiago is no longer living with her daughter and grandchildren. Reports said the actor was also a no-show at Sabina’s birthday held earlier this month.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/22/13/claudine-raymart-celebrate-birthdays-apart

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Raymart no longer living with Claudine

MANILA, Philippines - Actor Raymart Santiago is no longer living with wife Claudine Barretto and their 2 children. In an article published on Philippine Star on Wednesday, Inday Barretto, mother of Claudine, confirmed that Raymart is no longer staying with Claudine in their house at an exclusive village in Quezon City. "Yes, it is true," Inday told entertainment journalist Ricky Lo. Asked if it's for a cooling off period only, Inday replied: "Sana." As a mother, Inday prayed that Raymart and her daughter can fix their differences. She also defended Claudine over the alleged accusations of Gretchen Barretto. "But if God wills it to be permanent, huwag naman sana. But still, our life is not in our hands! So, Gretchen, do you also want to include God in your 'bashing' and drip your perfumed saliva for the misfortune of your sister?" Santiago earlier avoid talking about rumors that he and Claudine are no longer living together. He admitted that like any other family, theirs is not perfect.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/13/raymart-no-longer-living-claudine

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