Claudine Barretto files cyberlibel complaint against Cristy Fermin

Actress Claudine Barretto has filed a cyberlibel complaint with the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) in Pasay City against entertainment columnist Cristy Fermin and co-host Rommel Villamor, also known as Rommel Chika.

The complaint follows alleged defamatory remarks made on Fermin’s YouTube channel regarding Barretto’s health, finances, and personal life. Barretto, accompanied by lawyer Lance Abrahm Mateo, stated that the comments have caused significant emotional distress to her and her family.

Prior to the NBI filing, Barretto’s legal team had issued a cease-and-desist letter characterizing the remarks as “untruthful, scandalous, and damaging.” Barretto indicated she would not reconsider legal action even if an apology were offered. Fermin has expressed intention to respond to the complaint in court.