In a stunning twist that has ignited intense online debate and reignited questions about political legacies in the Philippines, Kat de Castro — daughter of respected broadcaster and former Vice President Noli de Castro — has made an emotional and candid revelation about her family’s longstanding ties with the Marcos family.

The post, which quickly went viral, was seen as both a defense and a declaration. After years of relative silence, Kat de Castro took to social media to “set the record straight” amid rumors and criticisms swirling around her father’s political leanings and their family’s supposed alliance with the powerful Marcos dynasty.

“We Know Them… More Than You Think”

Without mincing words, Kat wrote, “Hindi ito tungkol sa politika — this is personal. You ask how well we know the Marcoses? Better than most of you think.” Her message sent shockwaves through Filipino netizens, with thousands reacting, sharing, and debating the implications of her statement.

Kat’s message didn’t just allude to friendship — it hinted at deep-rooted ties built long before the Marcoses made their political comeback. “My father, Noli de Castro, has walked the halls of power and witnessed history unfold. We’ve broken bread, shared conversations, and seen things that the public can only speculate about,” she continued.

A Family Entwined with Power

It’s no secret that Noli de Castro began his journalism career during the tail end of the Marcos regime, reporting during a time of dictatorship, censorship, and civil unrest. But while many saw journalists as oppositional forces to political powers, the de Castro family walked a fine line between professional duty and personal diplomacy.

Kat’s statement opens a new chapter in that legacy. In her post, she clarified that their closeness to the Marcos family wasn’t about politics — it was about shared experiences, mutual respect, and years of interaction in both public and private spaces.

The Backlash and The Applause

The online community is fiercely divided. Critics accuse Kat of softening the image of a controversial political dynasty, especially at a time when historical revisionism is a growing concern in the Philippines. Others, however, applauded her honesty and courage in admitting to what many in media and politics avoid acknowledging: that power, legacy, and loyalty are more complicated than we imagine.

“She didn’t have to say anything. But she chose to,” one supporter tweeted. “That takes guts in this climate.”

Meanwhile, opposition voices fired back: “This isn’t just tea — it’s gasoline on the fire. The youth deserve truth, not nostalgia,” another user wrote.

A Bigger Conversation

Kat de Castro’s post has opened a floodgate of questions — not just about her family’s relationship with the Marcoses, but about how many other families in the media and political elite have kept similar alliances quietly intact for decades.

In a country where political lines are often blurred by personal ties, her bold admission raises questions about transparency, influence, and the future of accountability.

Final Words

As of this writing, neither Noli de Castro nor the Marcos family has issued a direct statement regarding Kat’s post — but one thing is clear: the nation is paying attention. What started as a simple social media post has become a national conversation about history, power, and truth.

And Kat de Castro? She’s not backing down. In her own words, “We’re not rewriting history. We lived it.”

Daughter of Noli de Castro, Kat de Castro, reacts on Karlie Kloss’s controversial tweet about Philippine Airlines
Former TV reporter Katherine “Kat” de Castro shared her thoughts on supermodel Karlie Kloss’ online rant about the poor service she allegedly received from Philippine Airlines (PAL).
Kat, one of the three children of Kabayan Noli de Castro, defended PAL saying that the company is trying its “best to satisfy each passenger” and that people shouldn’t be apologizing to Karlie on behalf of the airline.

According to the statement issued by PAL, Ms. Kloss arrived late for her flight. “Flight departure time was at 12:15 a.m. and counters closed at 11:15 p.m. Ms. Kloss arrived at 11:40 p.m.”

Kat also posted an advice for the supermodel, “Teh, learn how to spell correctly.”