Filipino Women Film & Theater Personalities
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Throughout history, there have been many Filipino women film & theater personalities who have made significant contribution to the field. The list includes many familiar and great Filipino female film & theater personalities such as Liza Soberano, Sandara Park, Nadine Lustre, Angel Locsin, Sarah Geronimo.
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Pia Wurtzbach(Filipino Actress, Model and Beauty Queen Who Was Crowned Miss Universe 2015)
Birthdate: September 24, 1989
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Stuttgart, Germany
Pia Wurtzbach is a Filipino-German beauty queen who participated in the 64th Miss Universe pageant where she was crowned Miss Universe 2015. Wurtzbach is also a model, actress, and TV personality; she had to quit her showbusiness career temporarily to participate in the beauty pageant. She is also an advocate for gender equality and works towards raising awareness of HIV.
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Lea Salonga
(The First Asian Actress to Receive a Tony Award)
Birthdate: February 22, 1971
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Ermita, Manila, Philippines
Lea Salonga is a Filipina actress, singer, and columnist. She achieved international fame at the age of 18, when she originated the role of Kim in Miss Saigon, winning the Laurence Olivier Award under the Best Actress in a Musical category. Lea Salonga became the first Asian actress to receive a Tony Award when she reprised the role on Broadway.
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Vanessa Lachey
(Filipina-Born American Actor, Model, and TV Host)
Birthdate: November 9, 1980
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Clark Air Force Base, Philippines
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Liza Soberano(Actress Best Known as the Lead of the Romantic Comedy Television Series ‘Forevermore’)
Birthdate: January 4, 1998
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Santa Clara, California, United States
Filipina-American actor Liza Soberano rose to fame with the role of Maria in the series Forevermore, which had her starring with Enrique Gil. She paired up with Gil in many more projects later, such as the series Dolce Amore and the films Alone/Together and My Ex and Whys.
Birthdate: November 12, 1984
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Busan, South Korea
Famous for her baby-face and youthful skin, the South Korean singer and actress is a celebrity not just in her country, but also in the Philippines. Despite her humble beginning, Sandara Park rose to prominence as a singing sensation with a number of chart-topping songs. She also featured in television shows and movies and is considered as a trendsetter.
Birthdate: March 26, 1996
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Cabanatuan
Kathryn Bernardo is the only Filipina actress to breac the ₱800-million mark for two movies - The Hows of Us (2018) and Hello, Love, Goodbye (2019). The latter broke all box-office records to become the highest-grossing Filipino Film of all times till date. She bagged in the Box Office Queen Award and also earned the PMPC Star Awards for Movies.
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Nadine Lustre(Filipino Actress and Singer Known for Her Role as ‘Eya Rodriguez’ in the Film ‘Diary ng Panget’)
Birthdate: October 31, 1993
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
Nadine Lustre is a Filipina actress, music video director, and singer best known for her portrayal of Eya Rodriguez in the 2014 romantic comedy film, Diary ng Panget. One of the most decorated Filipina celebrities, Lustre has won several prestigious awards, such as the Young Critics Circle award, Asian Academy Creative Award, Myx Music Awards, and Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Award.
Birthdate: May 10, 1992
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Cabuyao City, Laguna, Philippines
Born Charice Pempengco, Filipino singer Jake Zyrus came out as lesbian in 2013 and then as transgender later, changing his name in 2017 and going through a chest reconstruction and hormone treatment. Jake had grown up supporting his family by performing and later struck gold with the single Pyramid.
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Isabel Preysler(Filipina Socialite, Television Host and Mother of Enrique Iglesias)
Birthdate: February 18, 1951
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
Isabel Preysler is a Filipina socialite and TV host. As a teenager, she participated in beauty pageants and worked as a model. She later started working as a journalist. An elegant woman, she is considered a fashion icon. Her first husband was Julio Iglesias, a Spanish singer. Enrique Iglesias and Julio Iglesias Jr. are her sons.
Birthdate: October 17, 1987
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Cainta, Philippines
Bea Alonzo is a Filipina model, actress, and former singer. Widely regarded as one of Asia's biggest stars,Bea Alonzo has won many prestigious awards for her skills as an actress. In 2016, she was adjudged Movie Actress of the Year at the 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Movies for playing Basha Belinda Eugenio-Gonzales in the 2015 film, A Second Chance.
Birthdate: July 25, 1988
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines
The defining moment of Filipino popstar Sarah Geronimo’s life came when she won the singing contest Star for a Night at 14. Known for her chartbusting tracks such as Tala and Kilometro, Sarah later secretly married actor Matteo Guidicelli. She is the most-streamed Filipina on Spotify Philippines.
Birthdate: March 3, 1995
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Santa Maria, Bulacan
Maine Mendoza is a Filipino television personality and actress. She is best known for playing Yaya Dub in the popular TV variety show, Eat Bulaga! Over the years, Maine Mendoza has won several awards, such as the Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Supporting Actress, which she won for her performance in the 2015 movie My Bebe Love: #KiligPaMore.
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Marian Rivera(Filipina Recording Artist, Actress, and Commercial Model)
Birthdate: August 12, 1984
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Madrid, Spain
Marian Rivera is a Spanish-Filipino model and actress. She is known for playing important roles in TV series like Marimar, Amaya, and Temptation of Wife. Apart from winning awards for her acting skills, Rivera has also been named FHM Magazine's Sexiest Woman on a couple of occasions. Also known for her philanthropic efforts, Marian Rivera often participates in fundraising campaigns.
Birthdate: April 23, 1985
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Santa Maria, Philippines
Scouted by an agent at a mall, Angel Locsin began her career with the Philippine series Click and then gained recognition with Mulawin and Darna. Named to Forbes’s list of Asian Heroes of Philanthropy, she was prompt in raising funds to help COVID-19 front-liners in her country.
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Anne Curtis
(Filipina-Australian Actor, Model, TV Host, and Social Media Star)
Birthdate: February 17, 1985
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Yarrawonga, Victoria, Australia
Birthdate: February 14, 1985
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
Heart Evangelista is a Filipina actress, TV host, singer, philanthropist, and socialite. She began working as a model and actress while still in her teens. As a young woman, she continued acting while also establishing herself as a painter. She launched the foundation 'Heart Can' to help children with special needs. She is married to politician Francis Escudero.
Birthdate: February 14, 1971
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
Birthdate: October 5, 1988
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Aparri, Cagayan, Philippines
Filipina actor Maja Salvador became a household name with her award-winning role in the film Thelma. The series Wildflower and The Killer Bride catapulted her to international fame. In 2018, she rekindled her romance with her long-lost boyfriend of her 20s, Rambo Nunez. She now owns a talent company.
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Andrea Brillantes(Filipino Actress Best Known for Her Title Role in the TV Series ‘Annaliza’)
Birthdate: March 12, 2003
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Taytay, Rizal, Phillipines
Andrea Brillantes is a Filipina actress and recording artist best known for her leading role in the TV series Annaliza. She started acting as a child and first appeared in the children's comedy show Goin' Bulilit. As a young woman, she has acted in dramas and fantasies, portraying versatile roles. She has received one Urduja Heritage Film Award.
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Kim Chiu
(Filipino Model, Actress, Singer, Dancer, Host, and Vlogger)
Birthdate: April 19, 1990
Sun Sign: Aries
Birthplace: Tacloban, Leyte, Philippines
Kim Chiu is a Filipino model, actress, singer, dancer, host, and vlogger. Nicknamed the Multimedia Idol, Chiu has achieved immense popularity in the Philippines. Regarded as one of the most popular actresses for her generation, Chiu is also counted among the highest grossing stars of the 2010s decade. She is also one of the most decorated performers of her generation.
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Neile Adams(Filipina-American Actress, Singer and Dancer)
Birthdate: July 10, 1932
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
Neile Adams is a Filipino-American dancer, actress, and singer. Before establishing herself in the American entertainment industry, Adams lived in Manila where she worked as a spy as part of the Philippine resistance movement during the Second World War. She then moved to the USA, where she became a dancer and actress.
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Julia Montes(Filipino Actress Best Known for Her Role in the TV Series ‘Mara Clara')
Birthdate: March 19, 1995
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Pandacan, Manila, Philippines
Julia Montes was raised by her deaf Filipina mother after her German father abandoned them. Julia began modeling at 5 and later soared to fame with series such as Mara Clara and films such as A Moment in Time. She has lately been rumored to be dating Coco Martin.
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Kristine Hermosa
(Actress)
Birthdate: September 9, 1983
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
Birthdate: February 27, 1990
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Alexandria, Virginia, USA
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Regine Velasquez
(The Best-Selling Filipino Musician of All Time)
Birthdate: April 22, 1970
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Tondo, Philippines
Regine Velasquez is a Filipina singer, record producer, and actress. Renowned for her belting technique and vocal range, Velasquez is counted among the most influential personalities in Philippine popular culture. She is the best-selling Filipino musician of all time as she has sold over seven million records so far. Regine Velasquez is also credited with influencing several other performers.
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Solenn Heussaff
(One of the Official Castaways of Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Showdown)
Birthdate: July 20, 1985
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Makati, Philippines
Filipina-French celebrity Solenn Heussaff dons many hats, and is an actor, a designer, a singer, and a make-up artist at the same time. Known for her appearances in films such as Temptation Island and series such as Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Showdown, she is also an animal lover and owns two tortoises.
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Angelica Panganiban
(Actress)
Birthdate: November 4, 1986
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
Birthdate: January 6, 1966
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
Birthdate: January 20, 1984
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Taytay, Rizal, Philippines
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Alex Gonzaga
(Television host)
Birthdate: January 16, 1988
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Taytay, Philippines
Birthdate: September 3, 2002
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Camarines Sur
Filipina actor-singer Kyline Alcantara was catapulted to fame by series such as Kambal, Karibal and Inagaw na Bituin. The teen sensation had initially gained popularity with her musical.ly clips and her YouTube videos. Her performances have also won her honors such as the Asian Acadaemy Creative Award.
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Ivana Alawi
(Actress And Model)
Birthdate: December 25, 1996
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
Birthdate: December 2, 1998
Sun Sign: Sagittarius
Birthplace: Makati, Philippines
Gabbi Garcia is a Filipino recording artist and actress. Best known for her association with the GMA Network, Gabbi Garcia has played important roles in TV series, such as Encantadia and Let The Love Begin. Over the years, she has also won many prestigious awards like Urduja Heritage Film Award and Golden TV Screen Award.
Birthdate: September 29, 1915
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Negros, Philippines
Died: July 30, 1992
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Julie Vega
(Model, Singer, Actor)
Birthdate: May 21, 1968
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Quezon City
Died: May 6, 1985
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Jennylyn Mercado
(actress)
Birthdate: May 15, 1987
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Las Piñas, Philippines
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Andi Eigenmann
(Actress, Model)
Birthdate: June 25, 1990
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Marikina, Philippines
Birthdate: June 12, 1986
Sun Sign: Gemini
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
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Sarah Lahbati
(Famous for winning the "Ultimate Female Survivor" title on the Philippine reality talent competition StarStruckess and Reality star famous for winning the)
Birthdate: October 9, 1993
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Geneva, Switzerland
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Alodia Gosiengfiao
(Cosplayer)
Birthdate: March 9, 1988
Sun Sign: Pisces
Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
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Alice Dixson
(Filipino-American Actress & Former Beauty Queen)
Birthdate: July 28, 1969
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Coral Gables, Florida, United States
Alice Dixson is a Filipino-American model, actress, and former beauty queen. Dixson, who represented the Philippines at the Miss International beauty pageant in 1986, became a household name the following year when she appeared in Palmolive soap TV advertisement. Alice Dixson has also won many awards as an actress including the Gawad Tanglaw Film Acting Award.
Birthdate: October 3, 1990
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
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Rachelle Ann Go
(Actor, Singer, Model)
Birthdate: August 31, 1986
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: Manila
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Charo Santos-Concio
(Actor)
Birthdate: October 27, 1955
Sun Sign: Scorpio
Birthplace: Calapan
Birthdate: May 9, 1979
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
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Glaiza de Castro
(Actor, Singer)
Birthdate: January 21, 1988
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Valenzuela
Birthdate: February 12, 1986
Sun Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace: Wichita, Kansas, United States
Birthdate: August 28, 1974
Sun Sign: Virgo
Birthplace: New York, New York, United States
Steffiana de la Cruz is a Filipino-American model and actress who achieved popularity after appearing in the popular American TV series, King of Queens. The wife of well-known American actor Kevin James, Steffiana de la Cruz is often seen accompanying her husband in public events and movie premiers.
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Julie Anne San Jose
(singer)
Birthdate: May 17, 1994
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines