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John Estrada
Estrada in 2011
Born
John Anthony Siason Estrada

(1973-06-13) June 13, 1973 (age 51)
Quezon City, Philippines
Occupations
  • Actor
  • filmmaker
Years active1990–present
Spouses
(m. 1992; ann. 2004)
(m. 2011)
Children5, including Kaila Estrada

John Anthony Siason Estrada (born June 13, 1973)[1] is a Filipino actor and filmmaker who has starred in a number of roles as a leading man and antagonist. He was a contract actor with ABS-CBN from 1990 to 2018, with GMA Network from 2018 to 2021, and then with ABS-CBN again in 2021. He also did a sitcom with TV5 called Everybody Hapi. Estrada is known for presenting two noontime shows for ABS-CBN, MTB and Happy Yipee Yehey! Presently, he portrays the antagonistic PCpl. Rigor Dimaguiba in Batang Quiapo.

Early life

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John Anthony Siason Estrada was born on June 13, 1973, in Quezon City, Philippines, and grew up with his family at Isabela, 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

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He first made his foray in show business as a model, having won Bodyshots Model Search, a competition sponsored by the Fashion Designers Association of the Philippines (FDAP) from nearby Zamboanga City up until his early college years when he moved to Metro Manila at age 16. He studied mass communications for two years at University of the Philippines Diliman but eventually dropped to pursue a career in acting.[2] His name gained further publicity when he married former child actress Janice de Belen who bore him 4 children: Inah (b. 1992), Moira (b. 1993), Kaila (b. 1996), and Yuan (b. 1998).

Estrada became part of the ABS-CBN sitcom Palibhasa Lalake in 1990 and played minor roles in some films produced by Regal Films and Star 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 show Magandang Tanghali Bayan (MTB) with Randy Santiago and Willie Revillame. His hosting job also cost him his marriage with Janice when he was linked to his Magandang Tanghali Bayan co-host Vanessa del Bianco. Janice and Estrada legally separated in 2001. The marriage was officially annulled in 2004.[3]

Later and recent career

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In 2002, Estrada was chosen to play Boris opposite grand-slam actress Lorna Tolentino in the ABS-CBN soap Kay 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 reformat MTB following 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 soap Hiram opposite Kris Aquino and Dina Bonnevie in 2004.

However, Estrada did not stick to leading man roles after Hiram. 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 the TV5 former sitcom Everybody Hapi with Long Mejia and Roxanne Guinoo. Due to the sitcom's numerous casting changes, the show was reformatted to Hapi Together with Carla Humphries, Leo Martinez, Callalily lead singer Kean Cipriano and former Everybody Hapi mainstays Nova Villa and Long Mejia. He returned to hosting for P.O.5 after 5 years since he was a former host of defunct ABS-CBN daily variety show, Magandang Tanghali Bayan, with P.O.5 co hosts Wilma Doesnt, Lucy Torres-Gomez, JC De Vera, Kean Cipriano and his best friend Richard "Goma" Gomez. Despite hosting and doing comedy for TV5, the Kapamilya Network still cast him for the inspirational drama Agua Bendita, in which he gained positive reviews. He was given a follow-up drama, Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin where he was reunited for the third time with grandslam actress Lorna Tolentino.

He subsequently gave up his hosting stint in P.O.5 after ABS-CBN commissioned him and Randy Santiago to return to noontime TV hosting thru Happy Yipee Yehey. He also resigned from Hapi Together where his lead role (as Geronimo) was replaced by Joey Marquez who assumed another role similar to Geronimo's character.

In 2014, Estrada starred in the melodrama, Ikaw Lamang where he reunited with Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin co-star Coco Martin as 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's Lastikman, along with Cherie Gil and Danilo Barrios.

In 2018, Estrada transferred to GMA Network after being with ABS-CBN for nearly 27 years, On May 2, he signed an exclusive contract with GMA Artist Center.[4]

On August 23, 2021, Estrada returned to ABS-CBN. He was part of FPJ's Ang Probinsyano as the cunning yet power-hungry warlord Armando Silang. He portrays one of the main antagonists in FPJ's Batang Quiapo as the cunning, ruthless and brutal cop Rigor Dimaguiba.[5]

Personal life

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Estrada and Janice de Belen had four children - Inah, Moira, Mikaela Ariana De Belen Estrada (born in March 16, 1996), and Yuan.[6] Iggy "Luigi" Boy Muhlach is her eldest from her previous relationship with actor Aga Muhlach.[7]

Estrada is currently married to his longtime girlfriend Brazilian beauty titlist Priscilla Meirelles with whom he has one daughter, Samantha Anechka .[8] Estrada and Priscilla Meirelles attended Sammanta Anechka's graduation, as class first honor at The British School Manila on June 15, 2024.[9] In July, Estrada confirmed ‘mutual break’ with Meirelles. However, she denied the agreement and felt disheartened, stressed and very divorced.[10][11]

In July 2024, Estrada was hospitalized at the Asian Hospital and Medical Center for an undisclosed illness.[12]

Filmography

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Television / Digital Series

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Year Title Role Notes Network Source
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
1997 Wansapanataym Mike Episode: "Balete"
Episode: "Touch of Gold"
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 Supporting Cast / Antagonist / Anti-Hero
2007–2008 Mars Ravelo's Lastikman Dr. Jared Evilone / Elemento† Supporting Cast / Primary Antagonist
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 Main Cast / Primary Antagonist / Anti-Hero
2010 Rod Santiago's Agua Bendita Dr. Marcial Cristi
2011 Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin Col. Joaquin Del Tierro Supporting Cast / Protagonist
2011–2012 Happy, Yipee, Yehey Himself
2012 Lorenzo's Time Younger Manuel Montereal
2012–2013 A Beautiful Affair Edward Pierro Main Cast / Anti-Hero / Protagonist
2013 Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala Alejo Apostol Supporting Cast / Protagonist
2014 Ikaw Lamang Don Gonzalo Miravelez† Main Cast / Antagonist / Anti-Hero
2015 Walang Iwanan Diosdado "Dado" Pascual Supporting Cast / Protagonist
2016–2017 Magpahanggang Wakas Tristan Lozado† Main Cast / Primary Antagonist / Protagonist
2017–2018 The Good Son Anthony Buenavidez† Supporting Cast / Protagonist
2018 Victor Magtanggol Loki / Dr. Mikolai Main Cast / Antagonist
2019 Kara Mia Arthur Lacson Supporting Cast / Anti-Hero / Protagonist
2021 John En Ellen John Kulantong
Babawiin Ko ang Lahat Victor Salvador Supporting Cast / Protagonist
ASAP Himself Various Casts
2021–2022 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Armando Silang† Main Cast / Antagonist
2023–present FPJ's Batang Quiapo PCpl. Rigor Dimaguiba

Drama Anthologies

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Year Title Role Notes Network Source
1997 Wansapanataym Steve Episode Guest: "Touch of Gold"
Credited as John Estrada
2017 Maalaala Mo Kaya Recho Episode Guest: "Tahanan"
Credited as John Estrada
Maalaala Mo Kaya Raul Episode Guest: "Juice"
Credited as John Estrada
Maalaala Mo Kaya Loloy Dando Episode Guest: "Bandila"
Credited as John Estrada
2018 Pepito Manaloto RJ / Romeo Guest Role
2019 Magpakailanman Binjihad Guro Episode Guest: "Sagip Buhay ng Kaaway"
Credited as John Estrada
2020 Dear Uge Juancho Episode Guest: "Wish Me Love"
Credited as John Estrada

Film

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  • 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

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Year Award Giving Body Category Nominated Work Results
2003 17th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Drama Actor Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay Won[13]
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[14]
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 with Rico J. Puno and Randy Santiago) Nananana Won[15]
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[16]
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

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  1. ^ Ramos, Jansen (January 10, 2021). "IN PHOTOS: Celebrities who were born in the Year of the Ox". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
  2. ^ Jump up to: a b "John Estrada recalls growing up in Basilan". ABS-CBN News. November 30, 2013. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
  3. ^ "IN THE SPOTLIGHT: The highs and lows of John Estrada's love journey". INQUIRER.net. April 17, 2023. Retrieved July 18, 2023.
  4. ^ "John Estrada, pumirma na ng kontrata bilang Kapuso | Showbiz | GMA News Online". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved May 3, 2018.
  5. ^ "John Estrada, balik-Kapamilya; bahagi na ng 'FPJ's Ang Probinsyano'". ABS-CBN News. August 23, 2021. Retrieved August 23, 2021.
  6. ^ Ruiz, Marah (November 23, 2023). "The talented children of Janice de Belen". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved July 28, 2024.
  7. ^ Sarmiento, Kate (2023). "10 Things To Know About 'Linlang' And 'Can't Buy Me Love' Star Kaila Estrada". Cosmopolitan PH.
  8. ^ Sanchez, Rowena Joy A. (February 28, 2010). "John on inviting Janice to his wedding: 'It's useless'". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on March 4, 2010. Retrieved March 19, 2010.
  9. ^ Pasajol, Anne (June 18, 2024). "John Estrada, Priscilla Meirelles proud of daughter Anechka's academic achievements". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved June 19, 2024.
  10. ^ Roque, Nika (July 17, 2024). "Priscilla Meirelles 'shocked and disheartened' by John Estrada's statement: 'We remain married". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved July 17, 2024.
  11. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (July 16, 2024). "John Estrada confirms 'mutual break' with Priscilla Meirelles". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved July 17, 2024.
  12. ^ Pasajol, Anne (July 26, 2024). "Kaila, Moira Estrada visit hospitalized dad John Estrada". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved July 28, 2024.
  13. ^ Cruz, Marinel R. (October 14, 2003). "Bong: I'll wait till Jinggoy is ready". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
  14. ^ Almo, Nerisa (May 1, 2009). "Indie film Boses wins six trophies at 6th Golden Screen Awards". PEP.ph. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
  15. ^ "PHOTOS: The 25th Awit Awards". RAPPLER. November 28, 2012. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
  16. ^ "28th PMPC Star Awards for TV And the winners are..." Philstar.com. November 25, 2014. Retrieved October 1, 2022.
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