CONTENT creator Camille Co has once again clarified her identity, as some still confuse her for a singer and fellow content creator whose family is entangled in the anomalous flood control projects.
In a statement on X (formerly Twitter), the fashion and lifestyle vlogger shared how the initial “funny” mix-up between her and singer-vlogger Claudine Co, who has been the subject of heavy backlash online for flaunting her luxurious lifestyle, has become “so stressful” for her recently.
“I’ve been dragged into this mess so unfairly—not just with the mistaken identity but also asking me to be accountable for people I have zero control over,” Camille said.
Claudine is the daughter of former congressman Christopher Co, the co-founder of Hi-Tone Construction and Development Corporation, which was included in President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s list of top flood control contractors.
Meanwhile, Camille has been into content creation since the 2010s, vlogging about fashion, beauty, life, and travel, among others.
Camille emphasized how she had worked hard to establish her career and reputation over 15 years, saying that she never relied on anyone for “fame or clout,” tried to “climb the social ladder,” and even “click baited” netizens.
She stressed that she also has no intention of “milking” the issue or putting herself in the spotlight.
“Trust me. No one wants me to stop having to address this issue publicly over and over again more than me. I just want to go back to working like how I used to because content creation is my bread and butter,” Camille said.
“This is what I do for my family. It may be just a side hustle for some, a way to flaunt their lifestyle or gain fame but not for me,” she added. “Nanakawan na nga ako ng tax katulad niyo. Pati identity ko ninanakaw din.”
Camille previously clarified that she is not related to the viral Co family embroiled in the multibillion-peso flood control projects, highlighting that she’s “not an heiress,” just “a hardworking kween.”
‘Why’ change surname?
Camille also responded to those who have been encouraging her to change her last name, as she continues to be on the receiving end of online criticism.
“To those telling me to change my last name na lang to my husband’s, I know you mean well but why?” she asked.
“Why will I allow these people to take away my name that I worked so hard to build and protect? I refuse to let them take my name from me,” she added.
The fashion and lifestyle content creator uses the name “Camille Co” on her official accounts on X, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube. Meanwhile, she identifies herself as “Camille Co-Koro” on Instagram.
Camille expressed her gratitude to individuals who support and help her clarify her identity on social media.
Meanwhile, the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee has begun its investigation into the anomalous flood control projects, summoning several subpoenaed government contractors on Monday.
The upper house has issued subpoenas to five contractors and three executives of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) to compel them to appear in the September 8 hearing.
