Gretchen Barretto
VIRAL ngayon sa Facebook account na Daily News Ph ang tsikang nais bilhin ni Gretchen Barretto ang RCBC Plaza bagay na maraming nagkomentong, “imposible.”
Base sa Google, ang may-ari ng RCBC Plaza ay ang Yuchengco Group of Companies.
At ang latest report mula rin sa Google noong August 6 ay nasambit ni Ginoong Lorenzo Tan, president and CEO of RCBC Realty Corporation which owns RCBC Plaza, “Transitioning to renewable energy aligns perfectly with our vision for RCBC Plaza.”
Ayon sa report ng Daily News Showbiz Facebook account na sinulat ng nangangalang Maricel Pancho na may titulong, “Gretchen Barretto, Now a Billionaire, sets sights on buying the TCBC Tower.”
Dagdag pa, “Filipino socialite, former actress and now a billionaire Gretchen Barretto has made waves recently not just for her luxurious lifestyle, but also for her impressive transition into the business world. Now reportedly a billionaire with her online business partnership with Atong Ang, Barretto has allegedly expressed interest in buying the prestigious RCBC Tower, owned by the Yuchengco family, as part of her long-term retirement investments. Yet, with her controversial history related to the building and its owners, many wonder if the Yuchengco family would even consider selling.
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“Gretchen, who rose to fame in the 1980s and 90s for her daring roles in Filipino cinema, remains in the public eye despite stepping back from acting. Today, she’s a fixture on entertainment websites and social media, often seen alongside her sisters, Claudine and Marjorie Barretto. Her high-profile relationship with billionaire businessman Tonyboy Cojuangco has also kept her in the spotlight, allowing fans to stay connected with her glamorous life.
“One infamous incident in Gretchen’s past, which took place at RCBC Tower, continues to attract attention from ‘Marites’ (Filipino gossip enthusiasts) and others who recall the story. According to widespread social media stories, Gretchen was a frequent visitor to a luxurious spa in RCBC Tower and often preferred to have the elevator to herself, accompanied only by her personal assistant and four bodyguards. She was allegedly uncomfortable with sharing the elevator with strangers.
“As the story goes, on one occasion, an older woman and her assistant entered the same elevator and smiled politely at Gretchen. Barretto reportedly instructed her bodyguards to ask the two women to leave the elevator, a request they complied with. However, the older woman turned out to be none other than Vivian Yuchengco, an owner of the RCBC Tower.
“The misunderstanding reportedly led Vivian Yuchengco to instruct security to escort Gretchen out of the building, followed by a lifetime ban from entering RCBC Tower. Witnesses in the lobby were allegedly shocked by the incident, which made headlines at the time. Since then, Gretchen has avoided any buildings or properties owned by the Yuchengco family. While the actress has denied that the incident occurred, labeling it as a baseless rumor, the story has persisted, with many believing it has affected her access to Yuchengco properties to this day.
“Despite this contentious history with the building, rumors have surfaced that Gretchen sees RCBC Tower as a valuable addition to her investment portfolio and wants to buy it as part of her retirement plans. Her reported wealth, now reaching billionaire status, places her in a strong position to make a substantial bid for the iconic tower. However, considering her past with the building, many are questioning if the Yuchengco family would entertain her offer.
“The Yuchengcos are known for their business acumen and long-standing heritage, and it remains to be seen whether they would be willing to negotiate with Gretchen. Some believe her impressive wealth and connections could open doors, while others speculate that the historical friction might prevent any deal from happening.
“Regardless of whether she manages to acquire RCBC Tower, Gretchen’s transition from a popular actress to a powerful businesswoman speaks volumes about her resilience and drive. Now a billionaire, she continues to defy expectations, leveraging her high-profile relationship with Tonyboy Cojuangco to carve out a significant presence in the business world.
“Though her past controversies—including the RCBC Tower incident—may linger, Gretchen is determined to build her legacy as a successful business mogul. Whether or not the Yuchengco family agrees to sell, her ambition and ability to reinvent herself are undeniably impressive, solidifying her place as one of the Philippines’ most talked-about figures.”
Samantala, iisa ang komento ng netizens na hindi ito magiging may-ari ni Greta kahit na si Ginoong Tonyboy pa ang nasa likod niya dahil hindi naman ibinenbenta ang RCBC Plaza.
At ang mga nabasa naming komento:
“Well to start with, RCBC Tower Plaza is NOT for sale. And if ever the Yuchengcos would sell it, I don’t think Gretchen would be able to afford it even on a 100 years to pay basis.”
“Earthly treasures are temporary…iiwan lahat sa lupa.. strive for heavenly treasures that are permanent and eternal.”
“O yeah. I don’t think the Yuchengco family will sell it to her. Hahaha.”
“That’s what you call Money can’t buy class.”
“The land alone costs 1-1.5million per sqm. Maybe she can buy 1000sqm only?”
“Yuchengco is more richer than TBC (Tony Boy Cojuangco).”
May nagpayo naman kay Gretchen ng, “Wow you must learn a lesson Gretchen! Huwag ka naman ganyan, you look at yourself dapat humble ka lang kahit billionaire ka na.”
“We cannot carry those riches when we die.”
“Money can’t buy humility.”
“It’s only a temporary stature being billionaire…what’s really important how we fare in heaven when our time comes to end.”
“Come to think of it… who is Gretchen without ToniBoy? What can we imagine about her life now?”
“Greta’s now is around 2.6B, the tower was built for around 24B in 2001? Kulang pa?”
May nagtanong naman kung bakit naging bilyonarya ang dating aktres.
“Ano po work or business ni gretchen to earn her billions?”
“She can only dream. The iconic RCBC Tower has a premium price beyond her billions.
May nagsabi ring, “Gawa gawang istorya mala pelikula ang kwento.”
May humulang, “Cguro nasa 25.5 Billion ang halaga ng RCBC Tower.”
“Natungtong lang sa kalabaw feeling niya mas mataas pa siya sa kalabaw.”
Hindi naman sukatan ang yaman, para maipakita mo na mabuting tao ka, may manner at right conduct at marunong makipagkapwa-tao.
“Kung ang Diyos nga na pinag mumulan ng lahat ng biyaya, itinuturo ang pag mamahal at pakikipag kapwa tao.”
“The Yuchengco family can’t sell their condo if Gretchen will be the buyer for “delicadeza’s sake.”
“Well, possible na mabili ni Gretchen, if the price is right. Definitely that building is worth more than 5B, and that kind of billions hinihigaan iyan ng mga Yuchengcos, meaning kaya nilang matulog nalang muna dahil they have enough billions. So, balik kay Gretchen, mayroon ba siyang, atleast man lang, 10B in the bank?”
“No matter how much money you have, money still won’t buy class. Honor, moral, humility, should grow at the same time with fortune. Acquiring more wealth just shows more of your true self.”
“A great example is Keanu Reeves. Actor, Multi-millionaire, personality gets better as he ages.”
“Actually RCBC is a good investment but it would not be good to her since it was own by a strong prominent and effective management of Yuhenggco pwera nalang if they can be bought by price.”
Anyway, bukas ang BANDERA sa panig ni Gretchen Barretto at ng RCBC management tungkol dito.