Angelica Yulo, the mother of two-time Olympic gymnast Carlos Yulo, has been invited to participate in the Mrs. Philippines 2025 pageant. This invitation came directly from the pageant’s president, Erika Joy Santos, during a press conference for the event.
Santos expressed her eagerness to speak with Angelica, noting her desire to offer comfort amidst the publicized family feud between Carlos and his mother. “I really wish to speak with her. Maybe I can be somehow a relief to her, kahit coffee lang (even just a cup of coffee)… She’s very welcome to be joining the Mrs. Philippines 2025. Why not?” said Santos.
While the pageant president refrained from getting involved in the Yulo family’s issues, she offered advice for Angelica to remain patient and trust in God’s plan. “Ms. Angelica Yulo, you have two more beautiful children. You have a beautiful family. Time will heal, so just be patient,” she advised. “In God’s time, everything will fall into place.”
Santos also shared her personal experience as a mother, explaining how difficult it can be to let go of children as they grow older. “You know how much I cried when my son went to live in Manila? I cried a lot for a month… But you know, life must go on. Ganun talaga ang buhay (That’s life). Someday, our children will be independent and be separated from us.”
The feud between Carlos Yulo and his family, especially his mother Angelica, has drawn considerable attention on social media. Carlos’ girlfriend, Chloe San Juan, has also become a central figure in the controversy, emphasizing her support for the gymnast.
Santos, who was crowned Mrs. Philippines 2023 last year, extended her well-wishes to Angelica and reiterated that she is more than welcome to join the upcoming Mrs. Philippines 2025 pageant.