Chloe San Jose—now there’s a name that doesn’t need an introduction but still grabs attention. She was already making waves long before people started calling her the girlfriend of gymnast Carlos Yulo. As a model and online influencer, she’s built a strong presence, including a YouTube channel with over 487,000 subscribers where she shares her song covers. But here’s the twist—while she’s the love of his life, to some, she’s also seen as the “villain.” Now that makes things interesting, doesn’t it?

Well, Chloe San Jose has been by Carlos Yulo’s side through major events like the 2024 FIG World Cup and the Paris Olympics, where he grabbed two gold medals. But their relationship hasn’t been without drama. Carlos’ mom, Angelica Poquiz Yulo, has accused Chloe of exploiting her son and causing tension in the family. In response, Carlos took to TikTok on Aug. 6 to defend her, saying his mom misunderstood Chloe because of cultural differences and firmly denying any financial exploitation.

The Olympic gold medalist explained, “My mother judged Chloe right away because of how she dressed and acted. It’s very different from how we move, talk, and dress in the Philippines.” He emphasized that Chloe has her own income, saying, “Everything you see her using and all her travels come from her hard work.” Despite never having met Chloe, his mother has disliked her from the start.

Carlos even accused his mother of stealing his prize money from the 2022 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, revealing he had proof: “My mother had access to my accounts and my monthly sports allowance. When I finally got control of my accounts, I found out that she had taken money out. I have statements that show all of her withdrawals.”

Even though there were rumors about Chloe having a secret child, those claims just aren’t true. Still, some people like to label her as the “villain.” But Chloe keeps pushing forward and facing whatever challenges come her way. So, how does she manage all of that?

On October 6th, during an interview with Toni Gonzaga for her YouTube vlog, Chloe was asked about being perceived as the “villain.” Toni pointed out that some people struggle to understand how Chloe can smile and laugh despite the negativity, with many thinking, “She’s not taking us seriously” or “She’s laughing at us.” Chloe addressed these misconceptions head-on, providing a strong response that clarified her approach to handling controversies and public opinions about her.

Chloe San Jose replied, “Because what they say isn’t true, and I find it funny how they make up stories. And also because of the challenges I’ve been through during my early teenage years. It is more difficult than what I am experiencing now from people I do not know. When we go back to the very start, I grew up with my grandmother. I didn’t grow up with a mother figure who’s present 24/7. I grew up with my uncles, aunties and cousins. And then I only experienced having a mother figure when I moved in Australia. Like being with her 24/7 in the same house.”

For Chloe, the challenges she’s faced in life don’t really get to her, especially considering everything she’s already been through. Even though her relationship with her mother isn’t great, she might not realize it, but her mom has always stood by her side, especially after her parents separated when she was just two years old. But for her, Carlos became his family!

Carlos Yulo’s girlfriend’s mother speaks out about rumors of a secret child

Chloe San Jose’s relationship with Carlos Yulo took root in April 2020 when she messaged him on X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Hi, I’m a fan. Just came across your account and noticed you’re not as active as before. I hope you’re doing well. Stay safe. God bless.” Carlos replied, “Hello, hehe. Anyway, I’m doing great here. Thank you. Take care there too and God bless.”

What started as a casual chat quickly turned into a romance, despite the long distance between Carlos in Japan and Chloe in Australia. They finally met at the 2022 Southeast Asian Games and made things official on June 29, 2020. Since then, Chloe has been his biggest cheerleader!

Amid the couple’s rising public profile, Chloe’s mother, Maria Fe San Jose, decided to speak out to address the controversies surrounding her family. Through her legal counsel, Atty. James Mark Padrones Ciudadano, Marie clarified several issues that had brought her into the spotlight, especially the negative comments stemming from rumors that Carlos’s family disapproves of Chloe.

These rumors have led to hurtful questions about Chloe’s upbringing. Atty. Ciudadano stated that Marie is an Australian citizen working in aged care, denying claims of being an overseas Filipino worker or a laundress, as well as any allegations of past incarceration. He also noted that Marie has raised Chloe alone since they moved to Australia in 2013, with Chloe becoming an Australian citizen in February 2020.

While there have been tensions between Marie and Chloe attributed to differences in values and parenting styles, Atty. Ciudadano stressed that there has been no legal action between them. Marie had initially remained silent to protect her family’s peace, but the spread of misinformation, including accusations that she is a bad mother and even involving her younger children, prompted her to clarify the situation.

Regarding the Yulo family’s reported disapproval of Chloe, Marie chose not to comment, citing her limited interaction with Chloe in recent years. She also denied rumors of Chloe having a secret child, explaining that the child in question is actually Chloe’s younger brother. Marie aims to correct the falsehoods surrounding her family and restore their privacy, stating, “My client is doing this not for attention or clout but to set the facts straight,” and making it clear that any defamatory content against her or her children will be met with legal action. However, amidst all this, Chloe San Jose stays strong despite all the rumors and challenges, proving that her love for Carlos Yulo is rock solid. She really knows how to weather the storm and rise above the fray!