Marjorie Barretto Accuses Ex-Husband Dennis Padilla of ‘Ruining’ Claudia and Basti’s Wedding
Table of Contents
- Marjorie’s Emotional Statement
- Clarifying the Controversy with Her Mother-in-Law
- Criticism Over Dennis’ Public Posts
- Tension During the Reception
- Financial and Parental Responsibilities
- A Message to Dennis
- Final Words from Marjorie
1. Marjorie’s Emotional Statement
Actress Marjorie Barretto expressed deep disappointment in her ex-husband, Dennis Padilla, claiming he “ruined” the wedding of their daughter Claudia Barretto to Basti Lorenzo, held on April 8 in Alabang. According to Marjorie, the celebration should have been about the couple, but Dennis caused unnecessary drama and drew attention to himself.
2. Clarifying the Controversy with Her Mother-in-Law
Marjorie refuted accusations that she ignored her mother-in-law during the wedding. She presented photographic evidence showing them warmly embracing and laughing together.
“My mother-in-law’s eyes weren’t swollen. She was kissing and hugging me, and I did the same. So why are people claiming I mistreated her?” she said.
3. Criticism Over Dennis’ Public Posts
Marjorie criticized Dennis for sharing wedding photos online before the couple themselves had the opportunity to do so.
“Nothing about this wedding was about you. Every glance of our daughter wasn’t meant for you or me—it was their moment,” she emphasized.
4. Tension During the Reception
Marjorie claimed Dennis caused discomfort at the reception by repeatedly calling their children, Julia and Leon, who chose not to respond.
“Every time you call them, you curse at them. That’s not how I raised them. Our home doesn’t tolerate that behavior,” she said.
She also said Dennis continued calling Claudia until 6 a.m. the next day.
5. Financial and Parental Responsibilities
Marjorie opened up about the hardships of being a single parent. She explained that Julia began working early to support their family, and criticized Dennis for his lack of financial contribution.
“If you had ₱10,000, you could’ve at least given ₱1,000 to show you care,” she said.
“Leon is a boy. He needs a father figure, and you failed to be one.”
6. A Message to Dennis
Marjorie directly addressed Dennis, reminding him of his duties as a father:
“The role of a father is to raise, provide, and protect—especially daughters.”
She emphasized that only she, as their mother, has the right to say whether their children are good or not.
7. Final Words from Marjorie
Calling Dennis’ actions a betrayal, Marjorie said he had tainted an irreplaceable moment in their daughter’s life.
“You’ve ruined many Father’s Days and birthdays, but weddings don’t come back. It’s once in a lifetime.”
“I promised my children I would be their safe space until I die.”
