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The best (and just good) southpaw personalities from the Philippines or among overseas Filipinos and their descendants.
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Edu Manzano was born on 14 September 1955 in San Francisco, California, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Captain Barbell (1986), Ama, ina, anak (1996) and Kaaway ng batas (1990). He was previously married to Vilma Santos.- Actress
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Rosa Vilma Santos started as a child actress at the age of 9 in Trudis liit (1963). The same movie that gave her first FAMAS best child actress award. She was married to Eduardo Manzano, with whom she has a son named Luis Philip. The birth of her son gave more success to her movie career; the reason why she calls him "Lucky". Several years afterwards, her marriage with Eduardo Manzano ended with divorce. In the middle of the 90s, her second marriage, to a rich politician, Ralph Recto who is now a senator, took place. She was blessed with another son, Ryan Christian. Vilma, now in her late 40s, entered into the political arena when she won in the local elections as city mayor of her husband's home residence. She has proven to her detractors that showbiz people can also be an effective public servant. She enjoys the title, 'Star for all seasons' of the Philippine Movie Industry as she continues to shine by reaping more acting awards and box office success.- Actress
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Kristine Hermosa was born on 9 September 1983 in Quezon City, Philippines. She is an actress, known for Nasaan ka Maruja? (2009), All My Life (2004) and Enteng Kabisote: Okay ka fairy ko... The legend (2004). She has been married to Oyo Boy Sotto since 12 January 2011. They have three children. She was previously married to Diether Ocampo.- Actor
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Efren Reyes Jr. was born on 25 June 1959 in Manila, Philippines. He is an actor and writer, known for Yes Man (2008), Sa iyo ang itaas, sa akin ang ibaba... ng bahay (1997) and Ang babae sa bintana (1998).- Actor
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Conrad Poe was an actor and writer, known for Alyas Boy Kano (1992), Kristo (1996) and Lucas Abelardo (1994). He died on 26 June 2010 in Meycauayan, Bulacan, Philippines.- Actress
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Beverly Vergel is a seasoned Celebrity Star Mentor, Director, Producer, Writer, Actor, Certified Life Coach, Brand Management, Marketing Strategist, and Philanthropist. She has 35 years of experience coaching actors, beauty queens, and celebrities.
She was born in Manila, Philippines. Her parents were famous love team and screen idols in the 1950s - Cesar Ramirez and Alicia Vergel. She is also the younger sister of 1970's award-winning and most popular action star Ace Vergel.
In the '90s, she the pre-dominant choice as leading lady to the Philippines' top action stars and comedy kings. She became a household name as "Almira del Valle," the mother of prime stars Judy Ann Santos and Gladys Reyes in "Mara Clara," the 2nd longest-running, Philippine TV soap opera produced by ABS-CBN.
In the late '90s and 2000s, she gained experience as a line producer, writer, and director for TV at GMA 7. She then continued her production work in ABS-CBN as an executive producer.
In 8 years, Beverly rose from the ranks to become the Managing Director of ABS-CBN CCAI workshops, the training arm for upcoming and current talents.
Beverly has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management and a diploma in Human Resource Management and is anticipating her Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from the Ateneo Graduate School of Business. She also completed numerous corporate and leadership training from top industry leaders - ABS-CBN, The Lopez Group of Companies, and the Asian Institute of Management (AIM).
Beverly Vergel resides in Canada and continues her passion for people development. She privately coaches stars in Manila, Canada, and Los Angeles, USA. She guides her stars to level up and builds their careers to reach their fullest potential.
IG, Twitter, FB and IMDb: Beverly Vergel- Actor
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Dennis Trillo was born on 12 May 1981. He is an actor and director, known for Felix Manalo (2015), Aishite imasu (Mahal kita) 1941 (2004) and On the Job 2: The Missing 8 (2021).- Actress
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Family
In the October 14, 2004 episode of TV drama series Magpakailanman of GMA Network, which featured her life story, viewers learned more about her childhood.
In May 4, 1991, when she was nearly four years old, she made headlines as a battered child. Her assailant was her stepfather, who burned her skin with cigarette butts and whacked her back with a flat iron. Her mother, who was then in Dubai working as a domestic helper, immediately came home. She came not to take care of her daughter, however, but to bail out her partner, who was in detention.
Her mother migrated to London and had her own family. Jennylyn's aunt, Lydia Mercado, legally adopted her.
In June 2004, Jennylyn's biological father, Noli Pineda, now 50, came home for a holiday. His arrival did not go unnoticed by the press. Reports came out saying that he was asking for money from his now self-sufficient daughter (an accusation she has strongly denied, insisting that her father wanted her to use his surname Pineda). She and her biological father, who is based in Korea, keep in touch.
Jennylyn is now the official spokesperson of the Bata Foundation (Christian Mission Services), a non-governmental organization. It operates with basic funding support from its partner organization, Christlicher Missionsdienst (CMD) headquartered in Germany, supplementary assistance from two Japanese organizations and a few local groups, with the help of Feed Hungry Inc. and the GMA Artist Center.
School
Jennylyn was a senior at the Augustinian Abbey in Las Piñas, where she actively took part in school programs, from Prep to 4th year High School.
Because of her hectic work schedule after winning Starstruck, she had to take a leave from school. If given the time and opportunity to pursue her studies further, the young actress has said that she'd like to take up Mass Communications as a major. In a more recent interview though, she mentioned Interior Design as her preference.
Starstruck
StarStruck is the first reality-based talent search on Philippine television in recent history. Its pilot episode aired on October 27, 2003. Out of thousands who auditioned for a stab at stardom, only 100 were chosen for the first cut. From 100, it was trimmed down to 60, from 60 to 30 and from 30 to the 14 finalists. Needless to say, Jennylyn made the cut.
The final fourteen underwent various workshops and training in order to develop their personalities, talents, etc. But, the twist was that every week, one of the Final 14 will have to say goodbye until only four remain.
The winner was announced on a two-hour TV special dubbed StarStruck Final Judgement held on February 1, 2004. Araneta Coliseum, the venue of the event was jampacked by thousands of StarStruck fans and supporters. Mark Herras and Jennylyn Mercado were proclaimed Ultimate Survivors and each of them received one million pesos plus exclusive contracts from GMA Network. The Final Judgment rated 42.8%, impressively high for a late Sunday night telecast.
Because of the StarStruck fever, GMA Network created a new show, Stage 1: The StarStruck Playhouse. The StarStruck test continues on this show where the Final 14 have to prove their staying power in the business. Every week from Mondays to Thursdays, the show presents a miniseries starring the starstruck 1 final 14, this time their acting prowess is put into test. The show already went off the air with high ratings.
Fridays would serve as critical day because the audience will judge their performance for the week through text messaging. An acting award is also given to the survivor who excelled in that week. Stage 1: LIVE! is also somewhat a variety show for the Survivors. If Mondays to Thursdays, they showed their acting skills, during Fridays, they are able to show their dancing, singing and hosting prowess. The show was hosted by Chynna Ortaleza and Cogie Domingo with Raymond Gutierrez. The show already went off the air with high ratings.- Actor
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Ronnie Ricketts is known for May sayad (1998), Madaling mamatay, mahirap mabuhay (1996) and The Fighting Chefs (2013).Writes left-handed, but fired guns right-handed- Actor
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Dennis Padilla is known for The Barker (2017), Kalabog en Bosyo (1994) and Ang tanging ina (2003). He is married to Marjorie Barretto.- Hilda Koronel was born on 17 January 1957 in Angeles, Philippines. She is an actress, known for Insiang (1976), Wherever You Are (2005) and Babangon ako't dudurugin kita (1989).
- Jobelle Salvador is known for Pati ba pintig ng puso? (1985), Magdusa ka! (1986) and Agaw armas (1986).
- Bob Soler was an actor, known for NBI: Epimaco Velasco, the True Story (1994), Kadenang putik (1960) and Alyas Batman at Robin (1965). He was married to Elizabeth Poe. He died on 25 May 2023.
- Jimwell Stevens is known for Anghel dela guardia (2000), Banatan (1999) and Pag oras mo, oras mo na (2000).
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Joseph Estrada was born on 19 April 1937 in Manila, Philippines. He is an actor and producer, known for Kumander Alibasbas (1981), Geron Busabos: Ang batang Quiapo (1964) and Hoy, tukso layuan mo ako! (1980). He has been married to Dr Luisa Pimentel Ejercito since 1959. He was previously married to Laarni Enriquez.- Jeffrey Santos is known for When Heaven Judges (1990), Darna (2022) and Ooops, teka lang... Diskarte ko 'to! (2001).
- Miguel Rodriguez was an actor, known for Ibulong mo sa Diyos (1988), The Lethal Hunt (1985) and The Elsa Castillo story... Ang katotohanan (1994). He was married to Irene Salud Tess Que. He died on 14 February 1997 in Las Piñas City, Philippines.
- Mary Walter was born on 10 September 1912. She was an actress, known for Tres Cantos (1963), Alaala kita (1961) and Babae... Ikaw ang dahilan! (1972). She died on 25 February 1993 in (undisclosed).
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Gamaliel Viray is known for Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure (1996), Suspek (1999) and Asero (1995).- Actor
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Sonny Parsons was born in 1959 in the Philippines. He was an actor and director, known for Capt. Rassul Alih: Hindi sa'yo ang Mindanao (1993), Bala para sa katarungan (1997) and The Fastest Gun Alive of WPD (1989). He died on 10 May 2020 in Tayabas, Quezon, Philippines.- Actor
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Nonong De Andres was an actor, known for Balandra Crossing (1987), S.W.A.K. (Samahang Walang Atrasan sa Kalaban) (1985) and Nonoy Garote and the Sidekicks (1987). He died on 6 November 2018 in Plaridel, Quezon, Philippines.- Director
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Eric Quizon was born on 20 January 1967. He is a director and actor, known for Juan Tamad at Mr. Shooli: Mongolian Barbecue (1991), Langit sa piling mo (1997) and Pusong mamon (1998).- Actor
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- Alma Concepcion is known for Sa ngalan ng pag-ibig (1995), Ang probinsyano (2015) and Wildflower (2017).
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Sunshine Cruz is known for Unbreak My Heart (2023), Ligalig (2006) and Init Ng Laman (1998). She was previously married to Cesar Montano.- Mikey Macapagal Arroyo was born on 26 April 1969 in Manila, Philippines. He is an actor, known for Di kita ma-reach (2001), Walang iba kundi ikaw (2002) and Mahal kita... Kahit sino ka pa! (2001).
- Rene Hawkins was born on 28 March 1944 in Manila, Philippines. He was an actor, known for Zuma (1985), Sandakot na bala (1988) and Pagbabalik ng lawin (1975). He died on 10 May 2014 in Burke, Virginia, USA.
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Jericho Rosales was born on 22 September 1979 in Quezon City, Philippines. He is an actor and composer, known for Pacquiao: The Movie (2006), Breakaway (2012) and #WalangForever (2015). He has been married to Kim Jones since 1 May 2014. They have one child.- Actress
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Janella Salvador was born on 30 March 1998 in Cebu, Philippines. She is an actress and director, known for Haunted Mansion (2015), Mallari (2023) and The Killer Bride (2019).- Actress
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Maja Salvador was born on 5 October 1988 in Aparri, Cagayan, Philippines. She is an actress and production manager, known for Thelma (2011), Sukob (2006) and Arisaka (2021). She has been married to Rambo Nuñez Ortega since 31 July 2023.- Actress
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Alex Gonzaga was born on 16 January 1988 in the Philippines. She is an actress and writer, known for Mary, Marry Me (2018), The Exorsis (2021) and Alex Gonzaga: Swerte (2023).- Joyce Ann Burton is known for Sin Island (2018), Los bastardos (2018) and Kalabog en Bosyo Strike Again (1986).
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Jean Garcia was born on 11 June 1969 in Pampanga, Philippines. She is an actress, known for The Dance of Two Left Feet (2011), Watch Me Kill (2019) and Kambal, karibal (2017).- Actor
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Alden Richards was born on 2 January 1992 in Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines. He is an actor and producer, known for Imagine You & Me (2016), Hello, Love, Goodbye (2019) and The Road (2011).- Actress
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Camille Prats was born on 20 June 1985 in the Philippines. She is an actress, known for Madrasta (1996), Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure (1996) and Sarah... ang munting prinsesa (1995). She has been married to John Yambao since 7 January 2017. They have one child. She was previously married to Anthony Linsangan.- Actress
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Jodi Sta. Maria was born on 16 June 1982 in the Philippines. She is an actress and producer, known for Sisa (2008), The Broken Marriage Vow (2022) and Pangako sa'yo (2015).- Actor
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Torling Pader is known for Pakners (2003), Tusong Twosome (2001) and Sagot kita... mula ulo hanggang paa (2000).- Actor
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Andrew E. was born on 30 July 1967 in Paranaque, Philippines. He is an actor and composer, known for Humanap ka ng panget (1991), Alabang Girls (1992) and Mahirap maging pogi (1992). He has been married to Mylene Espiritu since 9 March 2000.- Actress
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Alessandra De Rossi was born on 19 July 1984 in England, UK. She is an actress and writer, known for My Amanda (2021), Through Night and Day (2018) and Watch List (2019).- Actor
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Paolo Contis was born on 14 March 1984 in Manila, Philippines. He is an actor and producer, known for Banal (2008), Through Night and Day (2018) and A Faraway Land (2021).- Diva Montelaba was born on 14 January 1991 in Canu City, Philippines. She is an actress, known for Ikaw lang ang mamahalin (2011), Time of My Life (2011) and Kambal, karibal (2017).
- Onyok Velasco is known for The Onyok Velasco Story (1997), Wapakman (2009) and The Fighting Chefs (2013).
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Ben Sanchez was born on 19 May 1930. He was an actor, known for Dongalo Massacre (1988), Maj. Napoleon Velasco: Kumander Kalbo (1993) and Adan Ronquillo: Tubong Cavite... laking Tondo (1993). He died on 28 March 2002 in San Rafael Public Cemetery San Rafael, Bulacan Province, Central Luzon, Philippines.also known as Ben Tisoy; wrote right-handed- Actress
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Maris Racal is known for Here Comes the Groom (2023), Maris Racal: Carelessly (2023) and Block Z (2020).- Glydel Mercado is known for Sidhi (1999), My Husband's Lover (2013) and Kung mahawi man ang ulap (2007). She has been married to Tonton Gutierrez since 2004. They have two children.
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Richard Gutierrez was born on 21 January 1984 in Los Angeles, California, USA. He is an actor and producer, known for Patient X (2009), Captain Barbell (2006) and Mulawin: The Movie (2005).Writes right-handed, though- Actress
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Carmi Martin was born on 9 August 1963 in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines. She is an actress, known for Bagong hari (1986), No Other Woman (2011) and Working Boys (1985).- Actor
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Manny Pacquiao serves as a Senator of the Philippines.
He is the only eight-division world champion in the history of boxing, having won twelve major world titles, as well as being the first boxer to win the lineal championship in five different weight classes. Pacquiao is also the first boxer in history to win major world titles in four of the eight "glamour divisions" of boxing: flyweight, featherweight, lightweight, and welterweight.
He was named "Fighter of the Decade" for the 2000s by the Boxing Writers Association of America (BWAA), WBC, and WBO. He is also a three-time Ring magazine and BWAA Fighter of the Year, winning the award in 2006, 2008, and 2009; and the Best Fighter ESPY Award in 2009 and 2011. In 2016, Pacquiao was ranked number 2 on ESPN's list of top pound for pound boxers of the past 25 years and ranked #4 in BoxRec's ranking of the greatest pound for pound boxers of all time.
Pacquiao has generated approximately 19.6 million in pay-per-view buys and $1.2 billion in revenue from his 24 pay-per-view bouts.According to Forbes, he was the second highest paid athlete in the world as of 2015.
Beyond boxing, Pacquiao has participated in basketball, business, TV hosting, acting, music recording, and politics. In May 2010, Pacquiao was elected to the House of Representatives in the 15th Congress of the Philippines, representing the province of Sarangani. He was re-elected in 2013 to the 16th Congress of the Philippines. In June 2016, Pacquiao was elected as a senator and will serve a six-year term until 2022.
Pacquiao has been considered a top contender for Philippine presidential election, 2022. Incumbent president Rodrigo Duterte announced in December 2016 and December 2017 that he intends to make Pacquiao his successor.Also writes right-handed, though- Actress
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Andrea Brillantes was born on 12 March 2003 in Taytay, Rizal, Philippines. She is an actress, known for On the Job 2: The Missing 8 (2021), Annaliza (2013) and The Heiress (2018).- Gerald Ejercito is known for Pakners (2003), Magnum Muslim .357 (2014) and Manila Kingpin: The Asiong Salonga Story (2011).
- Lilia Cuntapay was born on 3 January 1935 in Tuguegarao, Cagayan, Philippines. She was an actress, known for Six Degrees of Separation from Lilia Cuntapay (2011), Brokedown Palace (1999) and Ang probinsyano (2015). She died on 20 August 2016 in Pinili, Ilocos Norte, Philippines.
- Sarah Jane Abad is known for Kung mawawala ka pa (1993), Bukas bibitayin si itay (1995) and Ang ika-labing isang utos: Mahalin mo, asawa mo (1994).
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Tirso Cruz III was born on 1 April 1952 in the Philippines. He is an actor, known for Bilangin ang bituin sa langit (1989), Kahit buhay ko... (1992) and Honor Thy Father (2015). He is married to Lyn Ynchausti.- Sophia Alonzo is known for Silaw (1998), Bobby Barbers: Parak (1997) and Simaron, Barya lang ang halaga ng ulo mo (1997).
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Leo Martinez was born on 7 March 1950 in Batangas, Philippines. He is an actor and assistant director, known for On the Job 2: The Missing 8 (2021), Juan Tamad at Mr. Shooli: Mongolian Barbecue (1991) and Up from the Depths (1979).- Vicky Morales is known for Wish ko lang (2015), Saksi (1995) and Kapuso Stars: Buong pusong maGMAhalan (2017).
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Gloria Diaz was born in 1950 in Ilocos region, Philippines. She is an actress and producer, known for José Rizal (1998), Wherever You Are (2005) and Kasal, kasali, kasalo (2006).- Manny Hidalgo is known for Col. Billy Bibit, RAM (1994), Noel Juico, 16: Batang kriminal (1991) and Bad Boy (1990).
- Bing Loyzaga is known for Enteng ng Ina mo (2011), Tayong dalawa (1992) and Enteng Kabisote: Okay ka fairy ko... The legend (2004). She has been married to Janno Gibbs since 1990. They have two children.Right-handed shooter, though
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Edgar Allan Guzman is known for Ligo na ü, lapit na me (2011), Coming Home (2020) and Deadma Walking (2017).Also credited as EA Guzman- Actress
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Hailey Mendes is known for Descendants of the Sun (2020), Magikland (2020) and What We Could Be (2022).- Actress
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- Pia S. Cayetano is known for Size Matters and Gandang gabi Vice (2011).Senator; Renato's daughter
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Clarence Delgado is known for Magnum Muslim .357 (2014), The Mistress (2012) and Pagpag: Nine Lives (2013).- Actor
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- Marco Masa was born on 1 August 2007 in the Philippines. He is an actor, known for Tatlong bibe (2017), Beauty and the Bestie (2015) and Black Rider (2023).
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Ryzza Mae Dizon is known for My Big Bossing (2014), My Little Bossings (2013) and Si Agimat si Enteng Kabisote at si ako (2012).- Ysabel Ortega is known for Voltes V: Legacy - The Cinematic Experience (2023), Voltes V: Legacy (2023) and Araw gabi (2018).
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Chiqui Roa is known for Super-B (2002) and EAT... (2023).Nowadays Chiqui Roa-Puno- Actor
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Xian is a Filipino-Chinese model and actor, singer and song writer and product endorser. He landed his first major acting role when he was cast in the TV adaptation of the 2009 TV series, Katorse. He plays the role of Albert, originally played by Alfie Anido (deceased actor). He was born and raised in San Francisco, California and went to the Philippines at the age of 18 to pursue his interest in basketball. He became a varsity of University of the East but then he was introduced to Johnny Manahan of Star Magic Talent Center and became an actor after some series of workshops. He now plays the role of Andy Wu in the Filipino-Chinese teleserye, My Binondo Girl.- Atoy Co is known for Maria la del Barrio (2011), Bobo Cop (1988) and Pag-ibig ko sa iyo'y totoo (1996).Right-handed in his basketball playing career.
- Aleck Bovick was born on 18 May 1984. She is an actress, known for Tampisaw (2002), Naglalayag (2004) and Black Rider (2023).
- Erwin Tulfo is known for Magandang gabi, bayan (1988), Magandang umaga, bayan (2002) and Aksyon (2010).
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- Alex Eala was born on 23 May 2005 in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines.
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Lilybeth G. Rasonable is known for Munting heredera (2011), Sinungaling mong puso (1992) and Codename: Asero (2008).- Willie Miller is known for Hello, Universe! (2023) and Family Feud Philippines (2022).
- Allan Caidic is known for Hello, Universe! (2023) and At Your Service (2004).