6. Dominique Cojuangco
You can’t mention “wealth” in the Philippines without mentioning the Cojuangcos. Hailing from one of the oldest rich families in the country, their lands in Tarlac are old and very fertile. They have interests in rice milling, money lending and politics.
Dominique is the only daughter of actress Gretchen Barretto and her partner Tony Cojuangco. She made her debut in the ultra chic annual Bal des Débutantes or “Le Bal,” in Paris, representing the Philippines. She also had another debut back home where A-list celebrities, starlets and prominent society figures attended.
She recently finished fashion design in London and has started her own clothing line with her first collection called “La Doña,” expertly worn by her model mom.