Celebrities Rally Behind Claudine Barretto Amid Depression Struggles
CLAUDINE BARRETTO – One of the country’s most recognized actresses revealed that she had been hospitalized as she continues to battle depression.
The actress opened up on Instagram, posting a reel from her hospital stay. The video began with an emotional hug with her doctor and later showed her lying in bed while her son, Noah, lovingly cared for her.
In her post, Claudine admitted that this was the face of depression and reminded the public not to judge people who are experiencing it. She said that what many truly need is understanding and compassion. Her openness drew a wave of support from friends and fellow celebrities. Among those who reached out were Vilma Santos, who told her she is deeply loved and supported, and Vina Morales, who assured Claudine of her prayers. Small Laude and Cristalle Belo also left kind and encouraging words.
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how a person feels, thinks, and functions daily. It often brings overwhelming sadness and a loss of interest in things once enjoyed, making life difficult to manage.
This is not the first time Claudine has spoken about her struggles. In 2018, she shared that she had been diagnosed with panic disorder, which she linked to stress from work and the heartbreak of losing her former partner, actor Rico Yan.
Meanwhile, Claudine Barretto is a multi-awarded actress known as the “Optimum Star.” She rose to fame in the 1990s through Mula sa Puso and later starred in top-rating teleseryes like Saan Ka Man Naroroon and Marina. On film, she earned acclaim for Got 2 Believe, Milan, Nasaan Ka Man, and Sukob, winning several acting awards. Claudine’s personal life has also been highly publicized, including her relationship with the late Rico Yan and her marriage to Raymart Santiago. Despite controversies, she remains one of Philippine showbiz’s most influential actresses, admired for her talent and versatility.