Alfy Yan, Nephew of Rico, To Enter Showbiz under Viva Artists Agency

Nephew of Rico Yan, Alfy Yan, Signs Contract with Viva Artists

ALFY YAN – Meet the nephew of the late matinee idol Rico Yan who will enter showbiz under the Viva Artists Agency (VAA).



The loveteam of Rico Yan and Claudine Barretto was a crowd favorite. In fact, their phenomenal on-screen pairing has hooked countless solid fans and supporters across the nation who remain supportive of them until now.

Rico Yan, Claudine Barretto

The death of Rico is undeniably one of the biggest loss for the Philippine showbiz industry. He is loved and admired by many people and a lot of people were left to the fond memories with him that they can hold unto.

Claudine Barretto often visits the grave of Rico Yan. She is vocal that her late former boyfriend will always be special to her and she will always love him even if death has made a permanent wall between them.

claudine barretto rico yanPhoto courtesy of @ricoyanclaudine IG

It is no secret to the public that Claudine Barretto and Rico Yan broke up prior to his death on March 29, 2002. The late former actor died during a trip in Palawan for the Holy Week.

Rico and his friends including actor Dominic Ochoa stayed at the Dos Palmas Resort in Puerto Princesa, Palawan. His friends were caught in disbelief when they woke up and found him dead. The actor died in his sleep.

The reported cause of the death of Rico Yan was cardiac arrest. Countless Filipinos grieved over the death of the 27-year-old actor. Despite his passing, the public really did not lose update about his family. In fact, another member of the Yan family is set to enter showbiz.

Alfy YanInstagram/Viva Artists Agency

Based on an article on Pep, Alfy Yan, the nephew of Rico Yan, has signed a contract under the Viva Artists Agency. It was the VAA that announced the partnership for the career of the late former actor’s nephew.

Alfy’s real-name is Alfonso Tueres, he is the son of Rico’s sister, Geraldine. However, he was not able to meet his late uncle in person as he was yet to be born when Rico died of cardiac arrest in Palawan at the age of 27.

The similarities in the looks of Rico and Alfy has undeniably gained attention even before the latter decided to join showbiz. Based on the article, actress Claudine Barretto played a huge role in the entry of her late ex-boyfriend’s nephew to showbiz.

Rico Yan's Nephew Contract SigningPhoto from Instagram/@clauarretto

Claudine Barretto has a good relationship with the family of Rico Yan. Based on the article, the actress was the one who brought Alfy Yan to Viva Artists Agency for the contract signing. The mom of Rico Yan and Alfy’s grandmother, Teresita, was also present at the momentuous event.

Geraldine, Alfy’s mom, is also full support to her son as evidenced by her presence during his contract signing with the VAA. Alfy is one of the newest talents in the showbiz industry.

Many celebrities have beautiful memories with Rico Yan. One of these known personalities is Marjorie Barretto’s daughter, Dani Barretto, who has fond memories with Rico Yan, the former boyfriend of her aunt.