Meet Albie Casiño’s Parents: Rina Casiño and Benjo Casiño

Albie Casiño, born Alan Benedict Lee Hernandez Casiño on May 14, 1993, in Makati, Philippines, is a Filipino actor who first gained recognition as one of the country’s most promising teen stars.

Raised in a Christian household, Albie spent his childhood in Metro Manila, where he studied at La Salle Greenhills in San Juan before pursuing a degree in Export Management at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde.

Albie is Invalid date format years old. He is the son of Rina and Benjo Casiño and has one sibling, Adam Casiño.

Standing 5’10” (178 cm) tall, Albie remains unmarried, though he is a devoted father to his son, Roman Andrew “Romey” Casiño, born April 28, 2024, with his non-showbiz partner Michelina, whom he has been dating since 2023.

Albie’s rise to fame began in 2010 with his breakout role as Christian Torralba in the hit ABS-CBN remake of Mara Clara, opposite a young Kathryn Bernardo. He later starred in well-received television projects such as On the Wings of Love (2015–2016), Pusong Ligaw (2017–2018), and Can’t Buy Me Love (2023), showcasing his growth from teen heartthrob to versatile actor.

His personal life has also attracted attention. In the early 2010s, he was linked to actress Andi Eigenmann, a relationship that ended amid a high-profile paternity controversy, later clarified by a DNA test confirming Albie was not the father of her child. He also dated model Michelle Arceo from 2016 to 2019.

In 2021, during his stint on Pinoy Big Brother: Connect, Albie spoke candidly about living with ADHD, earning admiration for his openness and resilience.

Rina Casiño

Rina Casiño, Albie‘s devoted mother, embodies the archetype of the ultimate stage mom—fiercely loyal, emotionally attuned, and unafraid to speak her truth.

Described in media profiles as the emotional anchor of the family, Rina has been Albie‘s loudest cheerleader and staunchest defender through the highs and lows of his career. In a 2024 ABS-CBN feature, Albie affectionately referred to himself as a “Mama’s Boy,” crediting Rina‘s unconditional love as the force that has sustained him amid showbiz’s relentless pressures.

Rina‘s public persona emerged most prominently during one of Albie‘s darkest chapters: the 2011 paternity scandal involving his then-girlfriend, actress Andi Eigenmann. At the time, Andi was five months pregnant, and speculation swirled that Albie was the father of her daughter, Ellie Ejercito.

The rumours not only derailed Albie‘s burgeoning career but also thrust the family into a media maelstrom. Rina, however, stood resolute, insisting on a DNA test to clear her son’s name—a call that went unheeded for years. “We knew the truth all along but kept silent,” she revealed in a 2016 interview, emphasizing the family’s faith in divine timing.

The vindication came in September 2016, when Andi‘s sister, Max Eigenmann, confirmed on a podcast that Jake Ejercito was Ellie‘s biological father, based on a paternity test. Rina expressed profound relief, not for revenge, but for closure: “It is enough that Albie’s name has been cleared. It’s enough that people are already accepting their mistakes.”

Flooded with apologies on social media, she chose grace over grudge, stating, “Time has vindicated Albie.” This episode highlighted Rina’s resilience; she later shared how the ordeal triggered anxiety and depression for Albie, but her guidance helped him process the pain without letting it define him.

Rina‘s protective instincts extended to a violent incident in May 2012, when Albie was assaulted outside a Makati bar following a confrontation with Andi. Hospitalized with bruises and cuts, Albie believed Andi‘s companions were involved.

Rina, heartbroken and tearful in interviews, publicly apologized for initially misidentifying one of the alleged attackers—a model named Carlos Concepcion—while vowing to pursue charges against the true culprits. “Punung-puno na kami… Sobrang kasinungalingan,” she lamented, urging Andi to stop the “lies.”

Even years later, in 2021, Rina teared up recalling the event during a conversation with talent manager Ogie Diaz, underscoring the lasting trauma on her son. Rina‘s joy shines through in Albie’s new chapter as a father.

When he nervously shared the news of Romey‘s impending arrival—after a postponed wedding in Guam due to work—she offered sage advice: “Fatherhood is a commitment to love his child… Just enjoy fatherhood.” Her pride is palpable, a testament to the nurturing environment she and Benjo cultivated for their sons, Albie and his brother Adam.

Benjo Casiño

While Rina often takes center stage in public narratives, Benjo Casiño provides the family’s quiet backbone. As Albie‘s father, Benjo is portrayed as a grounded, level-headed figure who prefers discretion over drama.

He’s not in the entertainment industry like his son—but his role as confidant and advisor is unmistakable. In pivotal moments, Benjo has been Albie‘s first sounding board. When Albie learned of Michelina‘s pregnancy in 2023, he confided in his dad before his mom, a detail Rina shared with affectionate amusement.

Benjo‘s influence is also evident in Albie‘s emphasis on listening to parents, a lesson he credits for helping him “shove bad experiences down” without long-term damage. During the 2021 fallout with Andi—sparked by Albie‘s comments on her lifestyle—Benjo urged Rina to avoid escalating the feud, prioritizing family peace: “Huwag nang sumagot pa,” he advised, even as tensions simmered with Andi‘s mother, Jaclyn Jose.

Benjo‘s steady presence contrasts Rina‘s emotional expressiveness, creating a balanced dynamic that Albie often praises. Raised in a Christian household—Albie identifies as Filipino and Christian—the Casiños instilled values of faith, accountability, and forgiveness, which have guided Albie through controversies, from the Eigenmann saga to his ADHD disclosures on PBB.