Dating since 15, an impressive family background and fortune, and the reason their decade-long love story had a happy ending.

Claudia Barretto was just 15 when she began dating Basti Lorenzo. In 2025, the couple marks their 10th anniversary--making the milestone even more special as it’s also the year they officially become husband and wife.
Claudia Barretto is now officially Mrs. Basti Lorenzo.
The couple celebrated a decade-long romance with a private wedding ceremony on April 8, 2025. The reception was held at the Lakehall in Nena's Sanctuary, located in Santa Rosa, Laguna.
Who is Basti Lorenzo?
Basti Lorenzo is a skilled golfer who has made a name for himself in the sports world. Earlier this year, he successfully defended his title in the Open Division at the Manila Golf Club Championships, where he narrowly defeated his older brother, Santi, in a thrilling finish.
Basti is one of the 12 children of Martin Ignacio Lorenzo and Leah de Leon Lorenzo. His father is the chairman of First Lucky Holdings Corp., a business involved in food retail, sugar farming, and finance through the Bangko ng Kabuhayan rural bank. The company also has investments in several educational institutions, including Chinese International School Manila, Domuschola International School, American International School Manila, International School for Culinary Arts & Hotel Management, and Everest Academy—where Claudia completed her high school education. His family also owns GoNut Donuts.
Basti is the younger brother of Mateo Lorenzo, who is married to actress Erich Gonzales. Mateo is the chairman of Restaurant Concepts Group, Inc. (RCGI), which manages several dining establishments, including Barcino, Bluesmith, Meat Depot, and Single Origin.
Claudia and Basti's Relationship Journey
Claudia first publicly spoke about her relationship with Basti during an interview on Tonight with Boy Abunda in 2016. She shared that her mother, Marjorie Barretto, was supportive from the very start. Claudia recalled, "Every stage. Like when he first started asking me out, when I started liking him, I was very vocal about it, and I told my mom everything." She described their relationship as "super normal," explaining that they enjoyed simple activities like dating and hanging out at each other's houses, just like any regular couple.

Claudia Barretto and Basti Lorenzo
Claudia and Basti began dating when she was just 15 years old. In a separate interview on Magandang Buhay, Claudia, then 17 and a newcomer in showbiz, praised Basti for always being supportive of her career. She said, "Even if I feel like I'm not doing well, he thinks I'm super, super good. So I just find in him strength also."
Her good friend Alora threw in, "Alam mo iyong boyfriend niya, super cool.
"Kapag may performance siya [Claudia], siya [Basti] iyong taga-video."
Alora also revealed that one of the couple's favorite activities was working out together at the gym.

Claudia Barretto began dating Basti Lorenzo when she was 15.
Claudia has often expressed her admiration for Basti, particularly his unwavering support for her personal growth. At 25, 2025 marks a significant year for Claudia as she celebrates her 10-year relationship with Basti and embarks on their new chapter as a married couple.

Claudia Barretto and boyfriend Basti Lorenzo
One of the best things about her husband is that he has never stood in the way of her becoming the best version of herself.
Claudia is a model and singer who has made her mark in the entertainment industry. She finished high school with honors at Everest Academy Manila, an international school in Taguig City. In August 2022, Claudia graduated with a degree in Psychology from Ateneo de Manila University. She is currently a talent of Viva Artists Agency and frequently appears at various lifestyle events.
This year, as she celebrates her wedding and a decade with Basti, Claudia begins a new chapter in her life, marking both personal and professional milestones.
Summary of Claudia Barretto’s Biography:
Claudia Barretto is a Filipino singer, model, and actress, best known for her work in the entertainment industry and her strong social media presence. She is the daughter of former actress Marjorie Barretto and comedian Dennis Padilla. Claudia's career began in her teenage years, and she has since gained recognition for her music and acting. Besides her work in showbiz, she is also known for her academic achievements, having graduated with honors from high school and later earning a degree in Psychology from Ateneo de Manila University. In her personal life, Claudia has been in a long-term relationship with Basti Lorenzo, and in 2025, they celebrated a decade together and their recent wedding.
Claudia Barretto's wedding was overshadowed by controversy due to her father, Dennis Padilla, feeling excluded. Despite being the father of the bride, Dennis was treated as a "visitor" rather than being given the traditional role. He was not included in the wedding program, did not walk Claudia down the aisle, and was not assigned a proper seat. This exclusion caused emotional distress for Dennis, leading him to express his hurt publicly.