Ivy Cortez-Ragos’ Daughter Celebrates 7th Birthday With a Bang

The Cortez-Ragos family, better known as the RaCo Squad, happily celebrated their little princess, Samantha Ragos, on her seventh birthday.

Read on to see snippets from the mermaid-themed birthday celebration they prepared for the lovely celebrant.

The Preparations

Way before the actual celebration, Viy Cortez-Velasquez’s elder sister, Ivy Cortez-Ragos, shared some snippets of their preparations for her daughter’s birthday.

In a Facebook reel upload, Ivy accompanied her daughter to a scheduled photoshoot at Berlin’s Little Studio for her birthday.

“Grabe ang aurahan mo talaga, Samsam,” said the proud mom.

Lovely Celebration

Team Cortez-Ragos celebrated Sam’s seventh birthday on August 19, 2025, at Esquivel Garden and Resort in San Pedro, Laguna.

Sam’s closest friends and family graced the event, including her Tita Viy, Tito Cong, and cousins Kidlat and Tokyo.

Team Payaman Tito, Titas, and little kiddos made sure to join the fun of Samantha’s birthday celebration.

Sam nailed her mermaid-inspired gown and glowy makeup look, thanks to her makeup artist, Miss Reyna.

The event became even more fun and memorable with several booths, activities, and souvenirs prepared for the guests:

• Viyline Print: Tote bags
• TP Kids: Books and educational items
• Say Riz 360 Photo & Video: Photobooth
• Creationz by Kianne: Souvenirs
• The Inflatables by Julianna: Inflatables and Play Area

Guests were in for a delightful treat as a variety of delicious meals were served during Sam’s seventh birthday celebration:

• Velvets Cafe: Mini cakes, donuts, and coffee
• Zoe Delights by Cluster Cone: Mini ice cream
• The Stateside Mobile Bar: Mobile bar
• Hog Pound: Sisig

Birthday Wishes

Sam surely had a wonderful time, with her loved ones making sure to send their heartfelt birthday wishes to the celebrant.

Ishi Cañeso: “So cute sam! Happy birthday to you!”

Jyrapen Cortez: “Happy birthday, Sam!”

Alyzza Escalante: “Cutie Samsam! Happiest birthday!”