Ruby Esmaquel (born January 3, 1966), known professionally as Rubi Rubi, is a Filipino actress, comedian, acting teacher and entrepreneur. Her first onscreen appearance was in the 2002 film, ''I Think I’m In Love'', followed by her first teleserye series, ''

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'' (2007). With a career spanning two decades, she is recognized as one of the country's most prominent character actresses in film and television. She is best-known for her performance as "Manang Precious" in '' Dirty Linen'' (2023).

Career

Before entering the show business, Rubi Rubi became a stand-up comedian in 1997 at the pioneering comedy bar in the country, ''Music Box''. After signing up a five-year managerial contract under DMV Entertainment, she made the rounds of other comedy bars such as ''Library'', ''22nd Street Bar'' (where she became an exclusive performer four nights a week) and ''Basilica''.

Filmography

Film

Television

Drama anthologies

Streaming

Accolades

References

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* {{IMDb name, 2799390, Rubi Rubi 1966 births Living people 21st-century Filipino actresses Filipino women comedians ABS-CBN people GMA Network (company) people Filipino film actresses Filipino television actresses