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Wilbert Tolentino, a 50-year-old content creator and talent manager, has finally completed his Bachelor of Science in Office Administration degree at Philippine Christian University (PCU), graduating with the Class of 2026.

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Josh Mercado

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773640914826att.FYUcpqt4PIXOgoxBLQcTnmFX0dAAjMXK1K3r3ChzniM.jpeg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/></div>Wilbert Tolentino, a 50-year-old content creator and talent manager, has finally completed his Bachelor of Science in Office Administration degree at Philippine Christian University (PCU), graduating with the Class of 2026.Inspiring people to finish college even after time has passed, Tolentino remarked, “It took me many years to get here, but today I stand proud, wearing my cap and gown — not just as a graduate, but as proof that dreams do not have an expiration date.”“Life does not always follow the timeline we imagine. Some of us had to work early, face struggles, support our families, or survive circumstances that forced us to pause our education. But a pause is not the end of the story,” Tolentino added.Tolentino then explained why it took him years to complete college. “The truth is, I come from a broken family. At 14 years old, I had to stop studying and start working just to survive.”His early jobs included working as a printing press helper and a cleaner, which exposed him to the harsh realities of life at an early age. “Life was never easy, but I refused to give up,” he said.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1773620841249image0.jpeg" style="width:655px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div> </div>Following those early employment, Tolentino worked as an all-around employee at a tiny neighbourhood grocery store. Despite his restricted opportunities, he was motivated to change his life. At 18, equipped with guts and ambition, he took a significant risk by starting his own business.“Being a young entrepreneur without a college degree and proper education was extremely challenging,” he told ABS-CBN News.“I had limited funds and struggled with operational expenses like payroll and rent. At the same time, I had to provide for my months-old daughter,” he continued.“But those heavy responsibilities did not break me — they fueled me to work even harder,” he added.For the 50-year-old celebrity entrepreneur, graduating college would perhaps send a message that anyone can achieve anything in life, regardless of age.“I firmly believe that age is never a hindrance to learning. It is never too late to finish what you started,” he expressed.“No matter how many years pass, the dream lives on as long as you continue to believe in it,” he added.The content creator, who has 11 million Facebook followers, stated that in addition to self-fulfilment, he wants to set a positive example for his son by emphasising education.“It means showing my son that perseverance, education, and determination can open doors — no matter what obstacles you face,” he highlighted.Tolentino finally shared his advice for individuals who are labelled by society as late bloomers, noting, “To anyone who feels that their time has passed, let this be a reminder: your dreams are still waiting for you. Set your goals, take that first step, and keep moving forward no matter how slow the progress may seem.”He continued by saying that success isn&#x27;t determined by who finishes first, saying, “Because success is not about how fast you finish — it’s about having the courage to begin and the strength to never give up. Today, I graduate. Not just for myself, but for every person who was told they were too late.”“Remember this: It is never too late to rewrite your story, pursue your dreams, and become the person you were always meant to be,” he ended.

Wilbert Tolentino, a 50-year-old content creator and talent manager, has finally completed his Bachelor of Science in Office Administration degree at Philippine Christian University (PCU), graduating with the Class of 2026.

Wilbert Tolentino finishes college at 50: ‘Dreams have no expiration date’

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Josh Mercado

Published Mar 16, 2026 02:05 PM PHT

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