Chloe San Jose, the girlfriend of Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo, has publicly addressed accusations that she is financially exploiting her partner.
The couple is currently enjoying a vacation in South Korea, where they shared affectionate photos from their visit to Lotte World.
In a recent social media post, Chloe captioned their pictures, “Dear Seoul, you had us at annyeonghaseyo,” which drew a mix of admiration and criticism from online followers.
Some comments suggested that she is living off Yulo’s earnings, prompting her to respond directly to the allegations.
One netizen referenced an alleged interview statement by Chloe, claiming she wanted to end the “utang na loob” (debt of gratitude) culture in the Philippines, which implies children owe their parents for their upbringing. This comment was purportedly linked to Chloe’s experiences growing up in Australia, where such obligations are viewed differently.
Chloe quickly refuted the claim, stating, “Eh? I didn’t say that?? Fake news believer.”
Another user criticized her for enjoying Carlos’s financial success, saying, “You’re enjoying Caloy’s money. You have no shame.” In retaliation, Chloe replied, “Maybe that’s your way of living—relying on others’ money. That’s how people who don’t know how to earn their own money speak.”
Her comments reflect a strong desire to defend her relationship and clarify any misconceptions about her intentions.