Khalil Joseph Nepomuceno Ramos(Tagalog:[kɐˈlilˈɾamos];born January 22, 1996) is a Filipino actor and singer. He is currently an exclusive actor ofGMA Network.
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| Born | Khalil Joseph Nepomuceno Ramos January 22, 1996 Parañaque,Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
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| Years active | 2011–present |
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| Musical career | |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2011–present |
| Labels | Star Music(2012–2020)[4] |
| Website | Khalil RamosonInstagram |
In July 2011, Ramos won second place onPilipinas Got Talent,a reality talent show inABS-CBN[5][6]and became a recording artist underStar Magic.[1][4]In 2012, he was cast in his first teleserye project,Princess and I,top-billing withKathryn Bernardo,Daniel PadillaandEnrique Gil.[7]
From 2013 to 2016, he appeared in supporting roles in a string of films such asShe's Dating the Gangster,Kid Kulafu,A Second Chance,Honor Thy FatherandEverything About Her.His first starring role came as Felix Salonga in the 2016 critically acclaimed coming-of-age film2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten.He has since been cast in recurring roles the dramaA Love to Last(2017) and fantasy seriesLa Luna Sangre(2017–18).
He also starred inindie filmssuch asRiding in TandemoppositeJason Abalos,released in select cinemas in the Philippines from October 13–19, 2017. It was announced that he was cast in thriller dramaKasunduanwhich also starsJoey Marquez,Joem BasconandEjay Falcon,set to be released in 2018.
He transferred toGMA Network's talent agency,Sparkle GMA Artist Center,in 2020 after 9 years withStar Magic.[3]
Personal life
editKhalil Joseph Nepomuceno Ramos was born on January 22, 1996, in Parañaque City, Philippines, to parents Lito Ramos and Tessa Nepomuceno, who are entrepreneurs. As of 2011, he was in his third year at Colegio San Agustin-Makati.[8][9]
Ramos was inspired by his father, who started to train him to be a singer at the age of 5. His talent was influenced byMichael Jackson,David Cook,Journey,andJohn Lennon.However, his musical taste matured from the influences ofQueen,Aerosmith,andThe Beatleswhile growing up.[10]In 2011, he trained with Jay Glorioso of the UP Diliman College of Music and theJuilliard School of Performing Arts.[9]
He is currently in a relationship with actressGabbi Garciasince 2017.[11]
Filmography
editFilm
editTelevision
edit| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Pilipinas Got Talent1 | Himself | ABS-CBN | Season 3 Contestant / Grand Finalist and Runner-up | [22] |
| Gandang Gabi, Vice!2 | Guest | ||||
| 2012 | Sarah G. Live2 | ||||
| Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition 41 | Performer / B.F.F. at the Big Night | ||||
| The X Factor Philippines1 | Musical Guest | ||||
| Princess and I | Martin Nikolas "Kiko" Salamat | Mikay's Best Friend | [23] | ||
| 2012–2020 | ASAP | Himself | Co-host / Performer, member ofASAP Boyfriendz | [2] | |
| 2013 | Wansapanataym:Eye Naku! | Allan | Season 4, Episode 134 | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya:Box | Jayson | Season 21, Episode 130 | |||
| Annaliza | Jeric Garcia | Supporting role / Louie's first love interest | |||
| 2014 | Maalaala Mo Kaya:Santan | Janus | Season 21, Episode 158 | ||
| Wansapanataym:Puppy ko si Papi | Jeff | Season 5, Episode 215 | [24] | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya:Stars | Mark | Season 21, Episode 183 | |||
| 2015 | Pangako Sa 'Yo | Jasper Bejerano | Special Participation | ||
| 2017 | A Love to Last | Red Hernandez | |||
| 2017–2018 | La Luna Sangre | Lemuel Ruiz | Guest (later became a supporting character) | ||
| 2017 | Maalaala Mo Kaya:Tubuhan | Noven Belleza | |||
| 2018 | Bagani | Guest role | |||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya:Singsing | Aldrin | ||||
| 2020 | Make It with You | Atty. Stephen "Sputnik" Perez | |||
| 2020–2023 | All-Out Sundays | Himself | GMA Network | Performer | |
| 2021 | Love vs Stars | Gali | Cignal Entertainment | ||
| Regal Studio Presents: One Million Comments, Magjo-jowa na Ako! | Prince Matt | GMA Network | |||
| Stories from the Heart: Love On Air | Joseph / DJ Jojo | Lead cast | |||
| 2022 | Love You Stranger | Ben Mallari | |||
| 2023 | Maria Clara at Ibarra | Basilio | Supporting Cast | ||
| Simula sa Gitna | Amazon Prime Video | Main role | |||
| 2024 | It's Showtime | Himself | Kapamilya Channel A2Z All TV GMA Network GTV |
Guest / Performer |
- 1Khalil Ramos guestings and appearances on Talent & Reality Game Shows
- 2Khalil Ramos guestings and appearances on Variety & Talk Shows
Discography
editAlbum
edit| Year | Album Title | Details | Certification | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Khalil Ramos |
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— | [25][26][27] |
Singles
edit| Year | Track | Details | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | "Kung Ako Ba Siya" |
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| "Now We're Together" | |||
| "Gusto Kita"(withDaniel PadillaandEnrique Gil) |
Music videos
edit| Year | Title | Details | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | "Kung Ako Na Lang Sana" |
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[28] |
Music video appearances
edit| Year | Title | Performer | Director | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | "Pinoy Summer, Da Best Forever" | Sarah Geronimofeat.Gerald Anderson | Paolo Ramos | [29] |
| "Da Best ang Feeling" | Toni Gonzaga | Peewee Azarcon Gonzales | [30] | |
| "Lumiliwanag ang Mundo sa Kwento ng Pasko" | Various artists | Paolo Ramos Peewee Azarcon Gonzales |
[31] | |
| 2019 | "Pagtingin" | Ben&Ben | Jorel Lising | [32] |
| "Araw-Araw" | Quark Henares | [33] |
Covers
editRamos became popular due to his viralcover songs.Most of these covers were courtesy of his guesting on the radio programThe RoadshowonWish 107.5in 2016. Some of these covers include "Iris"(originally byGoo Goo Dolls). Due to his popularity, he guested again on the radio station for the second time in January 2017. In September 2019, Ramos, together with partnerGabbi Garcia,performed their rendition of "Pagtingin"byBen&Ben.
Theatre
edit| Year | Title | Role | Production Company | Venue | Notes | Ref |
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| 2023 | Tick, Tick... BOOM! | Jon | 9 Works Theatrical | RCBC Plaza | alternating with Jef Flores | [34] |
Accolades
edit| Year | Award-giving Body | Category | Notable Works | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Google Philippines | Top 10 Newsmakers | Himself | Top 4 | |
| 2012 | 26th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best New Male TV Personality | Nominated | ||
| 4th FMTM awards for TV Entertainment Sec. | Rookie of the Year | Princess and I | Nominated | [35][36] | |
| 2013 | 10th Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by an Actor | Nominated | [37] | |
| Yes! 100 Most Beautiful Stars | 100 Most Beautiful Stars | Himself | Included | [38] | |
| 5th PMPC Star Awards for Music | New Male Recording Artist of the Year | Khalil Ramos | Nominated | [39] | |
| 26th Awit Awards | Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist | "Kung Ako Ba Siya" | Nominated | ||
| 2016 | 12th Cinema One Originals Film Festival | Best Actor | 2 Cool 2 Be 4gotten | Nominated | [40] |
| 2017 | 40th Gawad Urian Awards | Nominated | [41] | ||
| 2019 | Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 3 | LSS (Last Song Syndrome) | Nominated | [42] | |
| 2023 | 38th PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Best Supporting Actor | Resbak | Nominated | [43] |
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