Claudine Barretto shares heartfelt gratitude for Kiko Estrada after a taping incident

• Optimum Star Claudine Barretto recently took to social media to express her deep gratitude to actor Kiko Estrada for protecting her during an incident on set
• The actress revealed that the young actor sustained injuries while ensuring her safety during the filming of the action-packed Kapatid series "Totoy Bato"
• In a touching video post, Barretto referred to Estrada as her hero and a son, highlighting the strong maternal bond they have developed while working together
• Despite the physical toll the incident took on Estrada, the actor remained humble and downplayed his actions while asserting that the actress will always be safe

In the world of television production, especially within the action genre, unexpected accidents can happen in the blink of an eye. This was the case for veteran actress Claudine Barretto, who recently shared a harrowing experience on the set of her latest project, the TV5 series Totoy Bato.

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Taking to her Facebook page, the Optimum Star shared a video featuring her co-actor, Kiko Estrada. The actress did not hold back her emotions as she credited the young actor for keeping her out of harm's way. "To my hero, my baby boy, my son, who took care of me, and I’m alive because of this little boy now," Claudine said in the video, visibly moved by his actions.

According to Claudine, Kiko put himself at risk and actually got hurt quite badly just to make sure she wasn't injured. While Kiko was quick to downplay the pain, claiming he was strong enough to handle it, Claudine insisted that what happened to him was serious. Kiko simply reassured her, saying that she would always be safe whenever they were working together.

Following her message of thanks, the actress posted several behind-the-scenes clips showing the intense action sequences they have been filming. She also offered a prayer for the entire production team, including the stunt directors, crew, and staff.

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"God bless my son @kikoestradaofficial for saving my life. Thank you Almighty Father for your protection. Thank you for being with the whole vast, staff, Crew, writers, directors, stuntmen, stunt directors buong prod, TV 5, Viva & co actors, we give back all glory & honor to you our Lord & Savior we are nothing without you," she wrote in her caption.

Netizens were quick to flood the comments section with positive messages. One fan wrote, "Kudos to Kiko for being such a gentleman and a protector. Claudine deserves all the care!" while another commented, "It’s so heartwarming to see the senior and junior actors having this kind of bond. Stay safe everyone!" Others expressed relief that the actress was unharmed, noting that Claudine remains one of the most precious gems of the industry.

Claudine Barretto is a legendary figure in Philippine entertainment, known as the "Optimum Star" for her unparalleled success in movies and television during the 90s and 2000s. She is famous for her iconic roles in Mula sa Puso and Saan Ka Man Naroroon. Kiko Estrada, on the other hand, comes from a prominent showbiz lineage and has established himself as a versatile leading man. The two have formed a close professional and personal relationship, with Claudine often referring to Kiko as her own "son" in the industry.

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Claudine Barretto recently surprised her followers by posting a very sweet birthday greeting for her ex-boyfriend, Mark Anthony Fernandez. In her message, she openly told the actor "I luv u," which immediately sparked a frenzy among their long-time fans. The post served as a reminder of the enduring bond the two shared since their teen idol days.

Following her viral social media greeting, Claudine took things a step further by organizing a surprise birthday party for Mark Anthony on their movie set. The actress shared photos and videos of the celebration, showing the genuine joy and closeness they still share today. This reunion has built up significant excitement for their upcoming film project together.

Source: KAMI.com.gh