Claudine Co

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Claudine Co
Born
Claudine Julia Monique Altavano Co

(1998-11-10) November 10, 1998 (age 26)
Legazpi, Albay, Philippines
Alma mater University of Asia and the Pacific (BA)
Occupations
Years active2010–present
Relatives
Musical career
InstrumentsVocals
LabelsJust Music

Claudine Julia Monique Altavano Co (born November 10, 1998) is a Filipino singer and influencer. She is best known for her YouTube vlogs and her song "Giliw" (2021), a collaboration with Yeng Constantino.

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In 2025, Co went viral on social media after she shared posts of her luxury items amid the 2024–2025 flood control projects controversy in the Philippines, facing public criticism.

Early life and education

Claudine Julia Monique Altavano Co was born on November 10, 1998, in Legazpi, Albay. She is the daughter of former Ako Bicol partylist representative, Christopher Co, who co-founded the Hi-Tone Construction and Development Corporation. [1] Her uncle, Zaldy Co, is the incumbent Ako Bicol representative and the former chair of the House Committee on Appropriations. Zaldy is also the chief executive officer of the Sunwest Group of Companies. Co also has two sisters, including former BHW partylist representative Natasha Co. [2] She graduated from the University of Asia and the Pacific with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Entertainment and Media Management. [1]

Career

Co began her career at the age of 12 by experimenting a video, later launching her own YouTube channel at 16. One of her videos, which featured the purchase of a white Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon valued at approximately ₱ 25 million( US$ 507,614.21), went viral. [1]

In 2021, she started her music career by signing with the independent label Just Music. She collaborated with Yeng Constantino on the song "Giliw" (transl. Beloved). [3]

Flood control project controversy

In 2025, Co faced criticisms following her Instagram posts and YouTube "day in the life" vlogs that showcased luxury bags and trips on a private plane with her family. [4] Social media users referred to her as a "nepo baby" [5] and criticized her for displaying a lavish lifestyle. Co has traveled to several countries in Europe and attended the 2022 Fendi Fashion Show in Paris, France. She deleted the post on August 28. [2] She became the subject of memes and she was described as having been "canceled" in online culture. [6]

Personal life

Claudine is in a relationship with Lemuel Lubiano, the brother of Lawrence Lubiano and a relative of former Sorsogon councilor Lester Lubiano. [1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 Bravo, Frances Karmel S. (August 29, 2025). "Who is Claudine Co?". Philippine Entertainment Portal . Archived from the original on August 29, 2025. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  2. 1 2 Sitchon, John (August 30, 2025). "#FloodControlNepoBaby: Contractors' kids live in luxury as taxpayers dive in floods". Rappler . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  3. ↑ Acar, Aedrianne (August 29, 2025). "Who is Claudine Co? The Name All Over Social Media". GMA Entertainment . GMA Integrated News . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  4. ↑ Gonzaga, Pie (August 28, 2025). "Claudine Co, Lemuel Lubiano Draw Flak amid Flood Control Row". Rolling Stone Philippines . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  5. ↑ "Flood of riches: Netizens blast 'nepo babies' for flaunting wealth". Bilyonaryo News Channel . August 29, 2025. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  6. ↑ Pascual, Pauline Joyce (August 31, 2025). "'Co-rrupt': Netizens Harsh Verdict on Claudine Co's Luxe Persona". Daily Tribune . Retrieved August 31, 2025.
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