John Estrada
John Estrada | |
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 Estrada in 2011 | |
| Born | John Anthony Siason Estrada June 13, 1973 Quezon City,Metro Manila,Philippines |
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| Years active | 1990–present |
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| Children | 5, includingKaila Estrada |
John Anthony Siason Estrada(born June 13, 1973)[1]is aFilipinoactor and filmmaker who has starred in a number of roles as a leading man and villain. He was a contract actor withABS-CBNfrom 1990 to 2018, withGMA Networkfrom 2018 to 2021, and then withABS-CBNagain in 2021. He also did a sitcom withTV5calledEverybody Hapi.Estrada is known for presenting two noontime shows for ABS-CBN,MTBandHappy Yipee Yehey!At present, he portrays the antagonistic PCpl. Rigor Dimaguiba inBatang Quiapo.
Early life
[edit]John Anthony Siason Estrada was born on June 13, 1973, inQuezon City,Philippines, and grew up with his family atIsabela, Basilan[2]where his father (Vicente Estrada) was a Municipal Councilor and his mother (Lilia Siason-Estrada) a public school teacher. At an early age, he was regularly cast in a variety of school plays and presentations, usually taking on the lead roles.
Early career
[edit]He first made his foray in show business as amodel,having won Bodyshots Model Search, a competition sponsored by the Fashion Designers Association of the Philippines (FDAP) from nearbyZamboanga Cityup until his early college years when he moved toMetro Manilaat age 16. He studiedmass communicationsfor two years atUniversity of the Philippines Dilimanbut eventually dropped to pursue a career in acting.[2]His name gained further publicity when he married former child actressJanice de Belenwho bore him 4 children:Inah(b. 1992), Moira (b. 1993),Kaila(b. 1996), and Yuan (b. 1998).
Estrada became part of theABS-CBNsitcomPalibhasa Lalakein 1990 and played minor roles in some films produced byRegal FilmsandStar Cinema.Soon after he shifted from acting to TV hosting via'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila(1995–1998). His biggest break in showbiz came in 1998 when he headlined the controversial ABS-CBN noontime showMagandang Tanghali Bayan(MTB) withRandy SantiagoandWillie Revillame.His hosting job also cost him his marriage with Janice when he was linked to hisMagandang Tanghali Bayanco-host Vanessa del Bianco. Janice and Estrada legally separated in 2001. The marriage was officially annulled in 2004.[3]
Later and recent career
[edit]In 2002, Estrada was chosen to play Boris opposite grand-slam actressLorna Tolentinoin the ABS-CBN soapKay Tagal Kang Hinintay.His foray into dramatic acting did not alienate him from the audiences who are used to see him cracking jokes on noontime TV. He was later named Best Drama Actor in 2003 Star Awards for Television. Soon after, when ABS-CBN decided to reformatMTBfollowing Willie Revillame's termination, Estrada offered to resign from the show so that he could concentrate on acting. He was given another lead role in another ABS-CBN soapHiramoppositeKris AquinoandDina Bonneviein 2004.
However, Estrada did not stick to leading man roles afterHiram.Instead, he tried his hand in doing villain roles in different soap operas on ABS-CBN. He returned to comedy when he accepted the role of Jim in theTV5former sitcomEverybody Hapiwith Long Mejia andRoxanne Guinoo.Due to the sitcom's numerous casting changes, the show was reformatted toHapi TogetherwithCarla Humphries,Leo Martinez,Callalilylead singerKean Ciprianoand formerEverybody HapimainstaysNova VillaandLong Mejia.He returned to hosting forP.O.5after 5 years since he was a former host of defunct ABS-CBN daily variety show,Magandang Tanghali Bayan,withP.O.5co hosts Wilma Doesnt,Lucy Torres-Gomez,JC De Vera,Kean Cipriano and his best friendRichard "Goma" Gomez.Despite hosting and doing comedy for TV5, the Kapamilya Network still cast him for the inspirational dramaAgua Bendita,in which he gained positive reviews. He was given a follow-up drama,Minsan Lang Kita Iibiginwhere he was reunited for the third time with grandslam actress Lorna Tolentino.
He subsequently gave up his hosting stint inP.O.5after ABS-CBN commissioned him andRandy Santiagoto return to noontime TV hosting thruHappy Yipee Yehey.He also resigned fromHapi Togetherwhere his lead role (as Geronimo) was replaced byJoey Marquezwho assumed another role similar to Geronimo's character.
In 2014, Estrada starred in the melodrama,Ikaw Lamangwhere he reunited withMinsan Lang Kita Iibiginco-starCoco Martinas one of the main antagonists turned anti-hero Don Gonzalo Miravalez.
Estrada also earns the unofficial distinction as one of three Philippine actors that appeared as villains in both TV and movie versions of Mars Ravelo'sLastikman,along withCherie Giland Danilo Barrios.
In 2018, Estrada transferred toGMA Networkafter being with ABS-CBN for nearly 27 years, On May 2, he signed an exclusive contract withGMA Artist Center.[4]
On August 23, 2021, Estrada returned toABS-CBN.He was part ofFPJ's Ang Probinsyanoas the cunning yet power-hungry warlord Armando Silang. He portrays one of the main antagonists inFPJ's Batang Quiapoas the cunning, ruthless and brutal cop Rigor Dimaguiba.[5]
Personal life
[edit]Estrada is currently married to his longtime girlfriendBrazilianbeauty titlistPriscilla Meirelleswith whom he has one daughter.[6]Estrada andPriscilla Meirellesattended Sammanta Anechka's graduation, as classfirst honoratThe British School Manilaon June 15, 2024.[7]In July, Estrada confirmed ‘mutualbreak’ with Meirelles. However, shedeniedthe agreement and felt disheartened,stressedand verydivorced.[8][9]
Filmography
[edit]Television / Digital Series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network | Source |
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| 1990–1998 | Palibhasa Lalake | Johnny | |||
| 1991–2017 2021–2022 |
Maalaala Mo Kaya | Various | |||
| 1995–2018 | ASAP | ||||
| 1995–1996 | Familia Zaragoza | Various | |||
| 1997–1999 | Onli In Da Philippines | Rocco | |||
| 1998–2003 | Magandang Tanghali Bayan | Himself / Host | |||
| 1999–2001 | Richard Loves Lucy | Various | |||
| 2002–2003 | Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay | Boris Arcangel† | |||
| 2003–2004 | Masayang Tanghali Bayan | Host | |||
| 2003 | Ok Fine Whatever | ||||
| 2003–2005 | Ang Tanging Ina | Geronimo | |||
| 2004 | OK Fine Oh Yes! | ||||
| Hiram | Edward Verdadero | ||||
| 2005 | OK Fine Ito Ang Gusto Niyo | ||||
| Vietnam Rose | Alexander dela Cerna | ||||
| Wowowee | Himself | ||||
| 2006 | Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko | Consehal Lino | |||
| 2007 | Komiks Presents:Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao | Dr. Lazaro | |||
| Maria Flordeluna | Gary Alvarado | ||||
| 2007–2008 | Mars Ravelo's Lastikman | Dr. Jared Evilone / Elemento† | |||
| 2008–2010 | Everybody Hapi | Jim | |||
| 2009 | May Bukas Pa | Olegario† | ABS-CBN | ||
| Komiks Presents:Mars Ravelo's Nasaan Ka Maruja? | Michael | ||||
| Dahil May Isang Ikaw | Daniel Ramirez | ||||
| 2010 | Rod Santiago's Agua Bendita | Dr. Marcial Cristi | |||
| 2011 | Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin | Col. Joaquin Del Tierro | |||
| 2011–2012 | Happy, Yipee, Yehey | Himself | |||
| 2012 | Lorenzo's Time | Younger Manuel Montereal | |||
| 2012–2013 | A Beautiful Affair | Edward Pierro | |||
| 2013 | Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala | Alejo Apostol | |||
| 2014 | Ikaw Lamang | Don Gonzalo Miravelez† | Main Cast / Antagonist / Anti-Hero | ||
| 2015 | Walang Iwanan | Diosdado "Dado" Pascual | |||
| 2016–2017 | Magpahanggang Wakas | Tristan Lozado† | Main Cast / Primary Antagonist / Anti-Hero | ||
| 2017–2018 | The Good Son | Anthony Buenavidez† | |||
| 2018 | Victor Magtanggol | Loki/ Dr. Mikolai | |||
| 2019 | Kara Mia | Arthur Lacson | Supporting Cast / Anti-Hero | ||
| 2021 | John En Ellen | John Kulantong | |||
| Babawiin Ko ang Lahat | Victor Salvador | ||||
| ASAP Natin 'To | Himself | Various Casts | |||
| 2021–2022 | FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Armando Silang† | Main Cast / Anti-Villain / Antagonist | ||
| 2023-present | FPJ's Batang Quiapo | PCpl. Rigor Dimaguiba | Main Cast / Main Antagonist |
Drama Anthologies
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network | Source |
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| 1997 | Wansapanataym | Steve | Episode Guest: "Touch of Gold" Credited as John Estrada |
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| 2017 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Recho | Episode Guest: "Tahanan" Credited as John Estrada |
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| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Raul | Episode Guest: "Juice" Credited as John Estrada |
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| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Loloy Dando | Episode Guest: "Bandila" Credited as John Estrada |
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| 2018 | Pepito Manaloto | RJ / Romeo | Guest Role | ||
| 2019 | Magpakailanman | Binjihad Guro | Episode Guest: "Sagip Buhay ng Kaaway" Credited as John Estrada |
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| 2020 | Dear Uge | Juancho | Episode Guest: "Wish Me Love" Credited as John Estrada |
Film
[edit]- Lover's Delight(1990)
- Pakasalan Mo Ako(1991)(Estrada's first movie role)
- Ipaglaban Mo ako Boy Topak(1991)
- Buburahin Kita sa Mundo!(1991)
- Boy Praning Utak Pulbura(1992)
- Pretty Boy Hoodlum(1992)
- Shotgun Banjo(1992)
- Aswang(1992)
- Guwapings: The First Adventure(1992) - Charlie
- Gwapings Dos(1993) - Freddie
- May Minamahal(1993) - Bombit
- Hindi Magbabago(1994)
- Buhay ng Buhay ko(1994)
- Araw-araw, gabi-gabi(1995)
- Romano Sagrado: Talim sa Dilim(1996) - Dante
- Akin Ang Puri(1996)
- Radio Romance(1996) as Lester
- Milyonaryong Mini(1996)(Estrada's first comedy film)
- Sa Kamay ng Batas(1996)
- Best Friends(1997) -
- Calvento Files: The Movie(1997) - Pinong (Episode 2)
- Hari ng Yabang(1997) - Adelbert
- Sanggano(1997) - Raymond
- Ang Babae sa Bintana(1998)
- Weder-Weder Lang 'Yan(1999) - Dodong
- Pera o Bayong (Not da TV)!(2000) - Mauricio
- Lastikman(2004) - Taong Aso(Estrada's 1st VIVA film)
- Caregiver(2008) - Teddy Gonzales
- BFF: Best Friends Forever(2009) - Tim/TJ
- Villa Estrella(2009) - Dave
- Rosario(2010) - Jose
- Ouija 2(2012) - Ka Mano
- Must Be... Love(2013) - King Espinosa
- Boy Golden: Shoot to Kill, the Arturo Porcuna Story(2013) - Tony Razon
- Trophy Wife(2014) - Sammy
- Tragic Theater(2015) - Fr. Nilo Marcelo
- Unexpectedly Yours(2017) - Yael Gonzales
- I Love You, Hater(2018) - Richard
- The Last Interview: The Mayor Antonio Halili Story(2019)
- Fruits N' Vegetables: Mga Bulakboleros(2021) - Visitor at U.P. Campus-Diliman
- Labyu with an Accent(2022) - Larry (Gabo's father)
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Results |
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| 2003 | 17th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Actor | Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay | Won[10] |
| 2005 | 19th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Actor | Hiram | Nominated |
| 2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actor | Everybody Hapi | Nominated |
| 2009 | 6th ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards | Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy, Drama or Musical | Caregiver | Won[11] |
| 57th FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | ||
| 3rd Gawad Genio Awards | Best Film Actor | Nominated | ||
| 2011 | 27th Luna Awards | Best Actor | Nominated | |
| 2012 | 25th Awit Awards | Best Novelty Recording(shared withRico J. PunoandRandy Santiago) | Nananana | Won[12] |
| Best Dance Recording(shared with Rico J. Puno and Randy Santiago) | I-swing Mo | Nominated | ||
| 2014 | 28th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Supporting Actor | Ikaw Lamang | Won[13] |
| 62nd FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Boy Golden: Shoot to Kill | Nominated | |
| 2015 | PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Movie Actor of the Year | Trophy Wife | Nominated |
References
[edit]- ^Ramos, Jansen (January 10, 2021)."IN PHOTOS: Celebrities who were born in the Year of the Ox".www.gmanetwork.com.RetrievedOctober 1,2022.
- ^ab"John Estrada recalls growing up in Basilan".ABS-CBN News.November 30, 2013.RetrievedApril 1,2023.
- ^"IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The highs and lows of John Estrada's love journey".INQUIRER.net.April 17, 2023.RetrievedJuly 18,2023.
- ^"John Estrada, pumirma na ng kontrata bilang Kapuso | Showbiz | GMA News Online".www.gmanetwork.com.RetrievedMay 3,2018.
- ^{Cite web|url=https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/08/23/21/john-estrada-bahagi-na-ng-fpjs-ang-probinsyano%7Ctitle=JohnEstrada, balik-Kapamilya; bahagi na ng 'FPJ's Ang Probinsyano'|website=ABS-CBN News|date=August 23, 2021|access-date=2021-08-23}}
- ^Sanchez, Rowena Joy A. (February 28, 2010)."John on inviting Janice to his wedding: 'It's useless'".Manila Bulletin.Archived fromthe originalon March 4, 2010.RetrievedMarch 19,2010.
- ^Pasajol, Anne (June 18, 2024)."John Estrada, Priscilla Meirelles proud of daughter Anechka's academic achievements".Philippine Daily Inquirer.RetrievedJune 19,2024.
- ^Roque, Nika (July 17, 2024)."Priscilla Meirelles 'shocked and disheartened' by John Estrada's statement: 'We remain married".GMA Integrated News.RetrievedJuly 17,2024.
- ^Mallorca, Hannah (July 16, 2024)."John Estrada confirms 'mutual break' with Priscilla Meirelles".Philippine Daily Inquirer.RetrievedJuly 17,2024.
- ^Cruz, Marinel R. (October 14, 2003)."Bong: I'll wait till Jinggoy is ready".Philippine Daily Inquirer.RetrievedOctober 1,2022.
- ^Almo, Nerisa (May 1, 2009)."Indie film Boses wins six trophies at 6th Golden Screen Awards".PEP.ph.RetrievedOctober 1,2022.
- ^"PHOTOS: The 25th Awit Awards".RAPPLER.November 28, 2012.RetrievedOctober 1,2022.
- ^"28th PMPC Star Awards for TV And the winners are..."Philstar.com.November 25, 2014.RetrievedOctober 1,2022.
External links
[edit]- 1973 births
- Living people
- Filipino male child actors
- Filipino male television actors
- Filipino male comedians
- Filipino television variety show hosts
- Male actors from Quezon City
- People from Isabela, Basilan
- Filipino people of Spanish descent
- ABS-CBN personalities
- GMA Network personalities
- Viva Artists Agency
- Filipino male film actors
- 21st-century Filipino male actors
- Comedians from Quezon City