In a heartfelt message posted on Instagram, Dani Barretto offered her warm congratulations to her stepsister, Claudia Barretto, and her new husband, Basti Lorenzo. The couple recently marked a significant relationship milestone with their wedding, but not without some public tension surrounding Claudia’s father, Dennis Padilla.
Dani, a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, shared her thoughtful words of support for the newlyweds on April 9, 2025. She emphasized the importance of celebrating their love and not letting external factors overshadow their special day. In light of Padilla’s public grievances, which included being treated as a “visitor” rather than the father of the bride during the ceremony, Dani reminded Claudia and Basti to cherish the moment.
“Dear Claudia and Basti, congratulations on this incredible milestone, 10 years in the making,” Dani wrote. “Your love, patience, and commitment have brought you to this moment, and it’s truly something to be celebrated.”
She continued, urging the couple to embrace the joy of their wedding day: “Savor every second, hold each other a little tighter, and let your hearts be full. This day is yours, soak in all the joy, the laughter, the love. You deserve every bit of it. Don’t let anything or anyone dim the light of this moment.”
Dani’s message is a reminder for the couple to focus on their journey together. “It’s your story, your love, and your forever beginning,” she added. “I wish you both a lifetime of happiness, adventure, and love that only grows deeper with time.”
The sentiment came after Claudia’s wedding was overshadowed by controversy surrounding her estranged relationship with her father. Dennis Padilla publicly expressed his hurt over being sidelined during the wedding, feeling as though he was treated like an outsider rather than playing a central role in his daughter’s big day. On social media, Padilla aired his frustrations, saying, “Grabe kayo! Nabudol niyo [ako]! Father of the bride naging visitor! Galing niyo!” His dismay continued in an interview with Ogie Diaz, where he further lamented his absence from key moments of the ceremony, including walking his daughter down the aisle.
Despite the family drama, Dani’s heartfelt message reminds Claudia and Basti to focus on their love and future together, while not letting negativity impact their joy.