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Coco Martin
Rodel Pacheco Nacianceno (born November 1, 1981), known professionally by his stage name Coco Martin (), is a Filipino actor, director, and film producer. He is best known for playing the lead roles in '' Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin'', '' Walang Hanggan'', ''Ikaw Lamang'', '' Juan dela Cruz'', and ''FPJ's Ang Probinsyano''. With a career spanning two decades, Martin is regarded as the country's "''Ultimate Superstar''". He has won 2 FAMAS Awards, 2 Gawad Urian Awards and 3 Golden Screen Awards. As of 2021, Martin has grossed 2.3 billion at the box-office, making him one of the top earning actors of the last ten years. At the 34th Gawad Urian Awards, he was recognized as the "Actor of the Decade". He is also recognized as the most awarded actor of his generation, with 119 awards and recognitions and 40 nominations from various award-giving bodies since 2006. In 2017, Martin starred as the titular character in the '' Ang Panday'' reboot, while also serving as the director thus ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manila
Manila ( , ; fil, Maynila, ), officially the City of Manila ( fil, Lungsod ng Maynila, ), is the capital of the Philippines, and its second-most populous city. It is highly urbanized and, as of 2019, was the world's most densely populated city proper. Manila is considered to be a global city and rated as an Alpha – City by Globalization and World Cities Research Network (GaWC). It was the first chartered city in the country, designated as such by the Philippine Commission Act 183 of July 31, 1901. It became autonomous with the passage of Republic Act No. 409, "The Revised Charter of the City of Manila", on June 18, 1949. Manila is considered to be part of the world's original set of global cities because its commercial networks were the first to extend across the Pacific Ocean and connect Asia with the Spanish Americas through the galleon trade; when this was accomplished, it marked the first time in world history that an uninterrupted chain of trade routes circling the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quiapo Church
The Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene ( es, Basílica Menor del Nazareno Negro; fil, Basílika Menor ng Itím na Nazareno), known canonically as the Parish of Saint John the Baptist and also known as Quiapo Church ( es, Iglesia Parroquial de Quiapo; fil, Simbahan ng Quiapo), is a prominent basilica in the district of Quiapo in the city of Manila, Philippines. The basilica is famous home for the Black Nazarene, a dark statue of Jesus Christ said to be miraculous. The basilica is under the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Manila and its current rector is Rev. Fr. Rufino C. Sescon, Jr. Construction The earliest church, built by missionaries of the Order of Friars Minor, was made of bamboo for the frame and nipa leaves as thatching. In 1574, Limahong and his soldiers destroyed and burned the church. Formerly a ''visita'' (chapel-of-ease) of Santa Ana, the Franciscan friar Antonio de Nombella founded the church in 1588 which was dedicated to Saint John the Baptist, th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Walang Tulugan With The Master Showman
''Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman'' () formerly known as ''Master Showman Presents'', is a Philippine television variety show broadcast by GMA Network. Hosted by German Moreno, along with John Nite, Shermaine Santiago, Jackie Lou Blanco, and Shirley Fuentes, it premiered on February 8, 1997. The show concluded on February 13, 2016 with a total of 977 episodes. The show is known for its tagline "Walang Tulugan!" It is the longest running late night variety television show in the Philippines. History Early years The show was originally titled ''Master Showman Presents''. It premiered as a late-night variety talk show similar to '' GMA Supershow'' in the late 1970s. It had some elements similar to American talk shows. ''Master Showman'' was German Moreno's trademark moniker during his reign as one of television's top TV hosts in the early '80s and '90s, thanks to his hosting stints in ''GMA Supershow'' and '' That's Entertainment''. When GMA Network decided to make a ti ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
German Moreno
German Molina Moreno (; October 4, 1933 – January 8, 2016), also known as Kuya Germs ( or ) and dubbed as "The Master Showman", was a Filipino television host, presenter, actor, comedian, talent manager, producer, writer, and director. Early life Moreno was born to Jose Moreno y Calvo (Pepe), a Spanish Filipino mestizo, and Aurora Molina, a Filipina. He had one sister, Pilar Moreno Nite. His father died after an incident involving an American soldier. Moreno first worked for an aunt's taxi company and also sold ''bibingka'', peanuts, and cigarettes. He also became a jeepney barker. Career Early career Moreno became involved in the entertainment industry working as a janitor and ''telonero'' (curtain raiser) of Clover Theater in 1957. His first break was a role as Jesus Christ for the Manila Grand Opera House. He later went on to pursue a career as a comedian of the bodabil stage and the post-war screen. Later career In 1963, Moreno took his comedy act to Sampaguita Picture ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Judy Ann Santos
Judy Anne Lumagui Santos (born May 11, 1978) is a Filipino actress and film producer. Prolific in film and television in the Philippines since the early 1990s, she is known for her comedic and dramatic roles in independent films and blockbusters, as well as for her portrayals of oppressed and impoverished women. She has received various accolades, including a Cairo International Film Festival Award, a Gawad Urian, two Luna Awards, two Metro Manila Film Festival Awards, and three FAMAS Awards. Santos began her career as a child with supporting roles in film. At the age of ten, her first leading role was the title character in the children's television series ''Ula, Ang Batang Gubat'' (1988). Santos became more recognized when she and Gladys Reyes starred in the soap opera ''Mara Clara'' (1992). Her starring roles in the drama series '' Esperanza'' (1998), ''Sa Puso Ko Iingatan Ka'' (2001), and ''Basta't Kasama Kita'' (2003) established her as a leading actress on primetime t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Luv Text
''Luv Text'' is a 2001 Philippine romantic comedy film directed by Rowell Santiago. The film stars Judy Ann Santos and Wowie de Guzman. This is the first film produced by Maverick Films after being acquired by a group of investors when it was called Millennium Cinema. Cast * Judy Ann Santos as Melissa * Nida Blanca as Cielito ** Karen Navarrete as Young Cielito * Wowie de Guzman as Banjo * Carlo Muñoz as Pablo * Joonee Gamboa as Nanding ** Luis Alandy Adrian Louis Castro Alandy (born February 7, 1980), formerly known as Luis Alandy, is a Filipino actor and model. His first acting role was as David in the TV series ''Pangako Sa 'Yo''. Biography Alandy completed an intensive course in comput ... as Young Nanding * Wilma Doesnt as Ebony * Russell C. Mon as Ivan * Mel Kimura as Ms. Asuncion * Manuel Aquino as Debate Class Professor * Jenny Rances as Tricia * Iyan Adewuya as Angel * Gloria Tenchavez as Soling * Rowell Santiago as Ryan References External links *{{IMDb titl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Alwyn Uytingco
Alwyn Uytingco (born February 11, 1988, in Quezon City) is a Filipino actor. Early life Cipriano Alwyn Sumulong Uytingco III was born on February 11, 1988, in Quezon City, Manila, Philippines. He was educated at the Marist School (Marikina). Career In 2003, Uytingco appeared as Pip in the film ''Ang Tanging Ina''. In 2013, Uytingco was cast in the TV show '' Cassandra: Warrior Angel''. A year later, he was cast as the titular boxer in '' Beki Boxer''. In 2018, Uytingco appeared in the film '' Asuang'' and won the Best Actor award in the Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival. Personal life Uytingco is married to actress Jennica Garcia Jennica Alexis Maitim Garcia-Uytingco (born December 26, 1989) is a Filipina actress, host and director. She is the daughter of veteran actress, Jean Garcia. She is currently a freelance artist. She is also a host in the recently launched chann ..., the couple married on February 12, 2014, together they have two children. They se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Princess Schuck
Princess Schuck (born September 23, 1987) is a Filipino former actress. Career Schuck started out as a child actor and was one of the child cast of ABS-CBN's ''Ang TV''. In 1996, she cast in the TV series '' Familia Zaragoza'' and appeared in the Star Magic all-star anniversary film Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure. A year later, she appeared as Camille in "I Hate Boys, I Hate Girls" a special multiple episode installment of the anthology series ''Flames''. Schuck was part of the 9th batch of actors launched by ABS-CBN in 2000. It featured the reintroduction of former child actors Alwyn Uytingco, Hazel Ann Mendoza, Janus del Prado, Rex Agoncillo and herself as up and coming teen actors. In 2001, Schuck earned a Best Single Performance by Actress award in the 15th PMPC Star Awards for Television for her appearance in an episode of ''Pira-pirasong Pangarap''. In 2006, Schuck appeared as Curly in '' Let's Go!'', a cousin of Valerie Garcia's Bangs. Personal life Schu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heart Evangelista
Love Marie Payawal Ongpauco (born February 14, 1985), known professionally as Heart Evangelista (, alternately ), is a Filipino actress, artist, businesswoman, and socialite. Early life Heart Evangelista was born as Love Marie Payawal Ongpauco on February 14, 1985, in Manila, to Reynaldo Evangelista Ongpauco, a Filipino businessman, and Maria Cecilia del Gallego Payawal. Evangelista is the youngest child in her family, with siblings from both sides of her parents. Her aunt is 1960s superstar Liberty Ilagan. She was born in the Philippines and moved to the U.S. before returning to her homeland in her early teens. She started her career at age 13 as a model and actress. Career 2000–2004 From 2000 to early 2004, she was paired with John Prats on the show ''G-mik'', ''Trip'', ''Ang Tanging Ina'', ''My First Romance'' and '' Berks''. During the success of their loveteam, they won as the (Most Popular Loveteams of RP movies) of 2003, from 33rd Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Schol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janus Del Prado
Janus Renato Robles Mateo III (born 19 November 1984), better known by his screen name Janus del Prado, is a Filipino actor. He is a former talent of Star Magic. Early life He is the youngest son of veteran action star Renato del Prado and actress Amelia Robles. Career He started in showbusiness at age of 5 doing bit roles. His mother refused to use his father's influence in the industry to get in so she trained him herself and his other two siblings to act and regularly brings them to auditions. He has been in the industry since 1990 and has done a variety of roles. Despite the popular belief that he was a member of 1992 variety/gag show ''Ang TV'', he was not. He auditioned a bunch of times but never got cast. Some of his movies are ''Pulis Probinsya'', ''Pulis Probinsya 2'', ''Magic Kingdom: Ang Alamat ng Damortis'', '' One More Chance'', ''Catch Me, I'm in Love'', '' Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay'', '' A Second Chance'', '' How to Be Yours'', and TV shows are ''G-mik'', '' Qpids' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rafael Rosell
Rafael Rosell IV (born November 10, 1982) is a Filipino actor and model. Early life Rafael Rosell IV was born in Stavanger, Norway on November 10, 1982 to Filipino parents; his father, Rafael Rosell III, is a geologist from Cebu, and his mother, Amelia Quimpo, is a nurse from Bicol. He was raised in Norway, while his grandfather, Rafael Rosell Jr., and his great-grandfather, Rafael Rosell Sr., were both raised in Cebu. Rosell has two siblings and he is the eldest amongst them. Career 2000–2012: Career in ABS-CBN During a vacation with his family in 2000, Rosell's mother found out about the auditions at ABS-CBN. He auditioned and got a TV commercial job for Close-Up toothpaste and signed a contract with Star Magic later that year. In 2002, Rosell was introduced as one of the leading men of Jolina Magdangal, in Star Cinema's ''Kung Ikaw ay Isang Panaginip''. His big break came in 2004 when he was paired with Claudine Barretto on the ABS-CBN fantaserye '' Marina''. In 2006, h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Angel Locsin
Angelica Locsin Colmenares (born April 23, 1985) is a Filipino actress and humanitarian. She is known for her dramatic roles and portrayals of heroines and mythological characters in film and television. She is a recipient of various accolades, including four Star Awards, three FAMAS Awards, two Box Office Entertainment Awards, and a Luna Award. Born in Santa Maria, Bulacan, Locsin attended University of Santo Tomas High School. She began her acting career in the early 2000s by appearing in supporting roles on screen. She had her breakthrough as the avian-human hybrid protagonist in the fantasy series ''Mulawin'' (2004), before starring as the titular superhero in the Ravelo Komiks Universe series '' Darna'' (2005) to critical acclaim. For her role as a fledgling lycanthrope in the supernatural drama series '' Lobo'' (2008), Locsin earned an International Emmy Award nomination for Best Actress. She appeared in well-received romantic dramas, such as '' Love Me Again'' (2009), ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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