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| '''Angel Locsin''' (born '''Angelica Locsin Colmenares''' on April 23, 1985 in Bulacan, Philippines) is a ] television and film actress, commercial model, film producer and ]. | '''Angel Locsin''' (born '''Angelica Locsin Colmenares''' on April 23, 1985 in Bulacan, Philippines) is a ] television and film actress, commercial model, film producer and ]. | ||
| She starred in the ]-themed television series '']'' in 2004. Soon after, she starred as the ] '']'' in the ] of the ] comics. When her contract expired on March 2007, Locsin did not renew her contract with ] and signed an exclusive contract with ].<ref name="AngelLocsin">{{cite news| first=Bong| last=Godinez|title=Angel Locsin's controversial network shift|date=July 11, 2008|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/articles/16450/Angel-Locsin%E2%80%99s-controversial-network-shift}}</ref> Her first project under ABS-CBN was the television series '']''. Locsin starred in her first box office movie under ],<ref name="gelomovie">{{cite news| first=Remedios|last=Lucio|title=Angel Locsin's movie to be shoot in Bukinon and Australia|date=June 27, 2008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/guide/2159/Angel-Locsin-Piolo-Pascual-movie-to-be-shot-in-Bukidnon-and-Australia}}{{ |
She starred in the ]-themed television series '']'' in 2004. Soon after, she starred as the ] '']'' in the ] of the ] comics. When her contract expired on March 2007, Locsin did not renew her contract with ] and signed an exclusive contract with ].<ref name="AngelLocsin">{{cite news| first=Bong| last=Godinez|title=Angel Locsin's controversial network shift|date=July 11, 2008|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/articles/16450/Angel-Locsin%E2%80%99s-controversial-network-shift}}</ref> Her first project under ABS-CBN was the television series '']''. Locsin starred in her first box office movie under ],<ref name="gelomovie">{{cite news| first=Remedios|last=Lucio|title=Angel Locsin's movie to be shoot in Bukinon and Australia|date=June 27, 2008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/guide/2159/Angel-Locsin-Piolo-Pascual-movie-to-be-shot-in-Bukidnon-and-Australia}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> '']'',<ref></ref> directed by ].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.journal.com.ph/index.php?issue=2008-11-05&sec=3&aid=77517 |title=Angel Locsin set to fly to Australia for shooting|first=Eric John|last=Salut|work=|publisher=Journal Online |date=2008-11-05|accessdate=2008-11-05|language=]}}</ref> | ||
| She starred in the television series '']'' with ] and ].<ref> ABS-CBNNews.com Retrieved on ]/]/]</ref><ref name="OnlyYouPEP">{{cite news| first=Trish| last=Alvarez| title=Angel Locsin stars in Pinoy version of Koreanovela Only You| date=February 20, 2009| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/20893/Angel-Locsin-stars-in-Pinoy-version-of-Koreanovela-%3Cem%3EOnly-You%3C-em%3E}}</ref> | She starred in the television series '']'' with ] and ].<ref> ABS-CBNNews.com Retrieved on ]/]/]</ref><ref name="OnlyYouPEP">{{cite news| first=Trish| last=Alvarez| title=Angel Locsin stars in Pinoy version of Koreanovela Only You| date=February 20, 2009| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/20893/Angel-Locsin-stars-in-Pinoy-version-of-Koreanovela-%3Cem%3EOnly-You%3C-em%3E}}</ref> | ||
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| {{Citation needed|date=December 2009}} | {{Citation needed|date=December 2009}} | ||
| Locsin had her elementary education in ] and finished ] at the ], ]. In August 2007 she attended a short-course for fashion design at ] in ].<ref name=London>{{cite news| first=Candice|last=Lim|title=Angel Locsin to study fashion design in London|date=June 18, 2008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/13677/Angel-Locsin-to-study-fashion-design-in-London/1}}{{ |
Locsin had her elementary education in ] and finished ] at the ], ]. In August 2007 she attended a short-course for fashion design at ] in ].<ref name=London>{{cite news| first=Candice|last=Lim|title=Angel Locsin to study fashion design in London|date=June 18, 2008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/13677/Angel-Locsin-to-study-fashion-design-in-London/1}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> | ||
| ==Career== | ==Career== | ||
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| In August 2, 2003, Locsin starred in '']'', where she portrayed "Alwina", opposite ], who played "Aguiluz". The show ended on March 18, 2004.<ref name=Mulawin>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel spreads her wings in Mulawin|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/2}}</ref> | In August 2, 2003, Locsin starred in '']'', where she portrayed "Alwina", opposite ], who played "Aguiluz". The show ended on March 18, 2004.<ref name=Mulawin>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel spreads her wings in Mulawin|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/2}}</ref> | ||
| After ], Locsin played the title role ("Darna") in the fantasy television series '']''. Since then, she has worked in TV commercials and endorsements, as well as film projects, enhancing her popularity in the ].<ref name=Darna>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel soars high in Darna|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/3}}{{ |
After ], Locsin played the title role ("Darna") in the fantasy television series '']''. Since then, she has worked in TV commercials and endorsements, as well as film projects, enhancing her popularity in the ].<ref name=Darna>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel soars high in Darna|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/3}}{{Language icon|tl|English}}</ref> | ||
| In March 20, 2006, Locsin starred in another fantasy television series, '']''. She played the role of Sabina, the elder daughter of Ayesa and Garam which were played by ] and ]. She was paired with ] playing the role of Argo. It ended on September 29, 2006.<ref name=Majika>{{cite news| first=|last=|title=Angel's magic formula|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/4}}</ref> | In March 20, 2006, Locsin starred in another fantasy television series, '']''. She played the role of Sabina, the elder daughter of Ayesa and Garam which were played by ] and ]. She was paired with ] playing the role of Argo. It ended on September 29, 2006.<ref name=Majika>{{cite news| first=|last=|title=Angel's magic formula|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/4}}</ref> | ||
| In 2007, Locsin starred in '']'' with action star ]. It was the first Philippine TV series that was shot in multiple countries such as ], ] and ]. It aired on January 15, 2007 and ended June 29, 2007, which turned out to be her last project for GMA.<ref name=AsianTreasures>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel's last project in GMA-7|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/5}}{{ |
In 2007, Locsin starred in '']'' with action star ]. It was the first Philippine TV series that was shot in multiple countries such as ], ] and ]. It aired on January 15, 2007 and ended June 29, 2007, which turned out to be her last project for GMA.<ref name=AsianTreasures>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel's last project in GMA-7|date=|publisher=PEP.Ph|url=http://www.pep.ph/photos/510/Angel_Locsin%26%2339%3Bs_flight_to_stardom/num/5}}{{Language icon|tl|English}}</ref> | ||
| ===ABS-CBN=== | ===ABS-CBN=== | ||
| On August 11, 2007, Locsin signed a two-year exclusive contract with ].<ref name=ABS-CBN>{{cite news| first=Jocelyn|last=Dimaculangan| title=Angel Locsin: "Natagpuan ko na ang bagong bahay ko." ("I've found my new home.")|date=August 12, 2008| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/14388/Angel-Locsin:-Natagpuan-ko-na-ang-bagong-bahay-ko}}{{ |
On August 11, 2007, Locsin signed a two-year exclusive contract with ].<ref name=ABS-CBN>{{cite news| first=Jocelyn|last=Dimaculangan| title=Angel Locsin: "Natagpuan ko na ang bagong bahay ko." ("I've found my new home.")|date=August 12, 2008| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/14388/Angel-Locsin:-Natagpuan-ko-na-ang-bagong-bahay-ko}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref>, where her first assignment was an ] in ''Maalala Mo Kaya''.<ref name=MMKPilat/> | ||
| On January 28, 2008, Locsin launched her first drama series (''teleserye'') in ] entitled '']'' where she was paired to ]. It premiered with a rating of 27.7%. By the end of the series, it got the highest rating of 33.4% in the nationwide ratings game conducted by NUTAM Ratings.<ref name=Lobo3>{{cite news|first=Bong|last=Godinez|title=''Lobo'' devours July primetime NUTAM rating contest|date=August 14, 2008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/18743/Lobo-devours-July-primetime-NUTAM-rating-contest}}{{ |
On January 28, 2008, Locsin launched her first drama series (''teleserye'') in ] entitled '']'' where she was paired to ]. It premiered with a rating of 27.7%. By the end of the series, it got the highest rating of 33.4% in the nationwide ratings game conducted by NUTAM Ratings.<ref name=Lobo3>{{cite news|first=Bong|last=Godinez|title=''Lobo'' devours July primetime NUTAM rating contest|date=August 14, 2008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/18743/Lobo-devours-July-primetime-NUTAM-rating-contest}}{{Language icon|tl|English}}</ref> The series ended on July 11, 2008.<ref name=Lobo>{{cite news| first=Jocelyn|last=Dimaculangan|title=Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin do final taping for "Lobo"|date=July 5, 2008| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/18186/Piolo-Pascual-and-Angel-Locsin-do-final-taping-for-Lobo}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> | ||
| In 2009, Locsin launched the TV series, '']'', a Philippine remake of the Korean drama of the same title aired by ] (South Korea) in 2005.<ref name="Asian"></ref> She stars with ] and ], directed by Rory Quintos which aired last April 27, 2009 at ] Primetime.<ref name=OnlyYouPEP/> | In 2009, Locsin launched the TV series, '']'', a Philippine remake of the Korean drama of the same title aired by ] (South Korea) in 2005.<ref name="Asian"></ref> She stars with ] and ], directed by Rory Quintos which aired last April 27, 2009 at ] Primetime.<ref name=OnlyYouPEP/> | ||
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| In 2005, ] released the film, '']'' starring Locsin with ], ] and ], directed by ]. It grossed PHP 122 million at the box office. She also reprised her role as Alwina in '']'' with ]. In early 2006, Locsin starred her second valentine movie film with ], '']'' with ] and directed by ]. She starred the Filipino ], '']'' and in 2006's ] offering, '']''. {{Citation needed|date=December 2009}} | In 2005, ] released the film, '']'' starring Locsin with ], ] and ], directed by ]. It grossed PHP 122 million at the box office. She also reprised her role as Alwina in '']'' with ]. In early 2006, Locsin starred her second valentine movie film with ], '']'' with ] and directed by ]. She starred the Filipino ], '']'' and in 2006's ] offering, '']''. {{Citation needed|date=December 2009}} | ||
| In early 2007, Locsin also reunited with ] in '']'' where their roles were considered more mature than their last film.<ref name=ThePromise>{{cite news| first=Dinno| last= Erece| title=Richard Gutierrez and Angel Locsin play their first mature roles in "The Promise"| date=January 13, 3007|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/guide/191/Richard-Gutierrez-and-Angel-Locsin-play-their-first-mature-roles-in-The-Promise/1}}{{ |
In early 2007, Locsin also reunited with ] in '']'' where their roles were considered more mature than their last film.<ref name=ThePromise>{{cite news| first=Dinno| last= Erece| title=Richard Gutierrez and Angel Locsin play their first mature roles in "The Promise"| date=January 13, 3007|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/guide/191/Richard-Gutierrez-and-Angel-Locsin-play-their-first-mature-roles-in-The-Promise/1}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> This was her last film with ] before she signed a contract with ]. | ||
| Locsin had also produced her own film entitled ''Angels'', which was shown in theaters on April 12, 2007.<ref name=Angels>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel Locsin produces own film|date=April 2, 2007| publisher=GMANews.tv| url=http://www.gmanews.tv/video/5353/Angel-Locsin-produces-own-film}}{{ |
Locsin had also produced her own film entitled ''Angels'', which was shown in theaters on April 12, 2007.<ref name=Angels>{{cite news|first=|last=|title=Angel Locsin produces own film|date=April 2, 2007| publisher=GMANews.tv| url=http://www.gmanews.tv/video/5353/Angel-Locsin-produces-own-film}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> | ||
| In 2009, Locsin starred in her first movie under ], '']''<ref name=gelo2>{{cite news| first=Julie|last=Bonifacio| title=Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin set to start shooting their film for Star Cinema| date=August 23, 3008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/18862/Piolo-Pascual-and-Angel-Locsin-set-to-start-shooting-their-film-for-Star-Cinema}}{{ |
In 2009, Locsin starred in her first movie under ], '']''<ref name=gelo2>{{cite news| first=Julie|last=Bonifacio| title=Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin set to start shooting their film for Star Cinema| date=August 23, 3008|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/18862/Piolo-Pascual-and-Angel-Locsin-set-to-start-shooting-their-film-for-Star-Cinema}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref><ref name="philstar-2008-08-27">{{cite news| first= Ricardo|last=Lo|title=Piolo, Angel insured for ‘risky’ Star Cinema starrer|date=August 27, 2008| publisher=Philippine Star|url=http://www.philstar.com/archives.php?&aid=2008082775&type=2&}}{{Language icon|tl|English}}</ref> The film was shot in ] and ], ]. Other scenes were also shot in ], ]. The film premiered on January 15, 2009. | ||
| ==Personal life== | ==Personal life== | ||
| On April 23, 2007, Locsin celebrated her birthday with ] Foundation, an ] that supports women and children. In April 20, 2008, Locsin organized a gift-giving to the less fortunate children in ], ] and gave poor children food, clothing and other basic needs. It was her birthday gift supported by her sponsors.<ref name=Birthday>{{cite news| first=Julie| last=Bonifacio| title=Birthday girl Angel Locsin gets surprise party from "Lobo" cast and crew| date=April 24, 2008| publisher=PEP.Ph| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/17239/Birthday-girl-Angel-Locsin-gets-surprise-party-from-Lobo-cast-and-crew/4}}{{ |
On April 23, 2007, Locsin celebrated her birthday with ] Foundation, an ] that supports women and children. In April 20, 2008, Locsin organized a gift-giving to the less fortunate children in ], ] and gave poor children food, clothing and other basic needs. It was her birthday gift supported by her sponsors.<ref name=Birthday>{{cite news| first=Julie| last=Bonifacio| title=Birthday girl Angel Locsin gets surprise party from "Lobo" cast and crew| date=April 24, 2008| publisher=PEP.Ph| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/17239/Birthday-girl-Angel-Locsin-gets-surprise-party-from-Lobo-cast-and-crew/4}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> | ||
| ==Filmography== | ==Filmography== | ||
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| |'']''<ref name=MMKPilat>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Angel Locsin and Sam Milby fall in love in October 19 episode of "Maalaala Mo Kaya"| date=October 18, 2007| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/guide/1208/Angel-Locsin-and-Sam-Milby-fall-in-love-in-October-19-episode-of-Maalaala-Mo-Kaya}}</ref>||Melody||rowspan="7"|] | |'']''<ref name=MMKPilat>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Angel Locsin and Sam Milby fall in love in October 19 episode of "Maalaala Mo Kaya"| date=October 18, 2007| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/guide/1208/Angel-Locsin-and-Sam-Milby-fall-in-love-in-October-19-episode-of-Maalaala-Mo-Kaya}}</ref>||Melody||rowspan="7"|] | ||
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| |2008||'']''<ref name=LoboTVSeries>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Angel Locsin ready for any controversy thrown at her| date=January 23, 2008| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/16166/Angel-Locsin-ready-to-face-any-controversy-thrown-at-her}}{{ |
|2008||'']''<ref name=LoboTVSeries>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Angel Locsin ready for any controversy thrown at her| date=January 23, 2008| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/16166/Angel-Locsin-ready-to-face-any-controversy-thrown-at-her}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref>||Lyka Raymundo | ||
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| |rowspan="3"|2009 || '']''|| Nemie | |rowspan="3"|2009 || '']''|| Nemie | ||
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| |'']''<ref name=ManoPo5>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di| date=| publisher=Regal Multimedia| url=http://www.regalfilms.com/newshop/designItems.php?product_id=52742}}</ref>||Charity||] | |'']''<ref name=ManoPo5>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di| date=| publisher=Regal Multimedia| url=http://www.regalfilms.com/newshop/designItems.php?product_id=52742}}</ref>||Charity||] | ||
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| |rowspan="2"|2007||'']''<ref name=ThePromise2>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Fans crown at premier of The Promise| date=February 14, 2008| publisher=GMANews.tv| url=http://www.gmanews.tv/video/4145/Fans-crowd-at-premiere-of-Richard-Gutierrez-Angel-Locsin-movie}}{{ |
|rowspan="2"|2007||'']''<ref name=ThePromise2>{{cite news| first=| last=| title=Fans crown at premier of The Promise| date=February 14, 2008| publisher=GMANews.tv| url=http://www.gmanews.tv/video/4145/Fans-crowd-at-premiere-of-Richard-Gutierrez-Angel-Locsin-movie}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref>||Andrea||] | ||
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| |''Angels''<ref name=Angels2>{{cite news| first=Dinno| last=Erece| title=Angel Locsin's talent manager now a movie producer| date=March 25, 2007| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/12514/Angel-Locsin&}}{{ |
|''Angels''<ref name=Angels2>{{cite news| first=Dinno| last=Erece| title=Angel Locsin's talent manager now a movie producer| date=March 25, 2007| publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal| url=http://www.pep.ph/news/12514/Angel-Locsin&}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref>||Angie||Golden Eye Productions | ||
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| |2009 ||'']''<ref>{{cite news| first=Rachelle| last=Siazon | title=Angel Locsin on contract issue with Mother Lily: ‘Wala namang problema talaga’ | date=September 4, 2008| publisher=ABS-CBN.com| url=http://www.abs-cbn.com/Feature/Article/970/Angel-Locsin-on-contract-issue-with-Mother-Lily-Wala-namang-problema-talaga-.aspx}}{{ |
|2009 ||'']''<ref>{{cite news| first=Rachelle| last=Siazon | title=Angel Locsin on contract issue with Mother Lily: ‘Wala namang problema talaga’ | date=September 4, 2008| publisher=ABS-CBN.com| url=http://www.abs-cbn.com/Feature/Article/970/Angel-Locsin-on-contract-issue-with-Mother-Lily-Wala-namang-problema-talaga-.aspx}}{{Language icon|tl|Tagalog}}</ref> || Arah || rowspan="3"|] | ||
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| |rowspan="2"|2010 || ''Huling Sayaw''<ref>[http://www.malaya.com.ph/05122010/ent_ethel.html Precious shrugs off rumor | |rowspan="2"|2010 || ''Huling Sayaw''<ref>[http://www.malaya.com.ph/05122010/ent_ethel.html Precious shrugs off rumor | ||
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| Angel Locsin | |
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| Born | Angelica Locsin Colmenares |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, Model, Producer |
| Years active | 1999-present |
| Website | http://www.angellocsin.com.ph |
Angel Locsin (born Angelica Locsin Colmenares on April 23, 1985 in Bulacan, Philippines) is a Filipina television and film actress, commercial model, film producer and fashion designer.
She starred in the fantasy-themed television series Mulawin in 2004. Soon after, she starred as the superheroine Darna in the TV adaptation of the Mars Ravelo comics. When her contract expired on March 2007, Locsin did not renew her contract with GMA Network and signed an exclusive contract with ABS-CBN. Her first project under ABS-CBN was the television series Lobo. Locsin starred in her first box office movie under Star Cinema, Love Me Again, directed by Rory Quintos.
She starred in the television series Only You with Sam Milby and Diether Ocampo.
Early life and education
Locsin was born in Santa Maria, Bulacan. Her parents separated when she was 14 years old and she has since lived with her father, Angelo Colmenares.
Locsin had her elementary education in Bulacan and finished high school at the University of Santo Tomas High School, Manila. In August 2007 she attended a short-course for fashion design at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design in London.
Career
Early work
Locsin was discovered by a talent scout when she was shopping at SM City North EDSA in Quezon City. She then auditioned for several commercials. She was supposed to be a part of ABS-CBN's Star Circle Batch 9, but failed to sign a contract because her father opposed the idea. After a year, she became a contract star of GMA Artist Center, first appearing on the 1999 teen-oriented series Click. Locsin was also included in the cast of Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw Pa Rin. In 2004, she starred in All Together Now.
GMA Network
In August 2, 2003, Locsin starred in Mulawin, where she portrayed "Alwina", opposite Richard Gutierrez, who played "Aguiluz". The show ended on March 18, 2004.
After Mulawin, Locsin played the title role ("Darna") in the fantasy television series Ravelo's Darna. Since then, she has worked in TV commercials and endorsements, as well as film projects, enhancing her popularity in the Philippines.
In March 20, 2006, Locsin starred in another fantasy television series, Majika. She played the role of Sabina, the elder daughter of Ayesa and Garam which were played by Carmina Villaroel and Zoren Legaspi. She was paired with Dennis Trillo playing the role of Argo. It ended on September 29, 2006.
In 2007, Locsin starred in Asian Treasures with action star Robin Padilla. It was the first Philippine TV series that was shot in multiple countries such as Mongolia, Thailand and China. It aired on January 15, 2007 and ended June 29, 2007, which turned out to be her last project for GMA.
ABS-CBN
On August 11, 2007, Locsin signed a two-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN., where her first assignment was an episode in Maalala Mo Kaya.
On January 28, 2008, Locsin launched her first drama series (teleserye) in ABS-CBN entitled Lobo where she was paired to Piolo Pascual. It premiered with a rating of 27.7%. By the end of the series, it got the highest rating of 33.4% in the nationwide ratings game conducted by NUTAM Ratings. The series ended on July 11, 2008.
In 2009, Locsin launched the TV series, Only You, a Philippine remake of the Korean drama of the same title aired by SBS (South Korea) in 2005. She stars with Sam Milby and Diether Ocampo, directed by Rory Quintos which aired last April 27, 2009 at ABS-CBN Primetime.
Films
Locsin first starred in films such as Ping Lacson Supercop, Mano Po 2, Kuya and Singles. In 2004, Locsin starred in the films Mano Po 3 and Sigaw which both included in 31st Metro Manila Film Festival.
In 2005, GMA Films released the film, Let the Love Begin starring Locsin with Richard Gutierrez, Jennylyn Mercado and Mark Herras, directed by Mac Alejandre. It grossed PHP 122 million at the box office. She also reprised her role as Alwina in Mulawin: The Movie with Richard Gutierrez. In early 2006, Locsin starred her second valentine movie film with GMA Films, I Will Always Love You with Richard Gutierrez and directed by Mac Alejandre. She starred the Filipino horror film, TxT and in 2006's Metro Manila Film Festival offering, Mano Po 5.
In early 2007, Locsin also reunited with Richard Gutierrez in The Promise where their roles were considered more mature than their last film. This was her last film with GMA Films before she signed a contract with Star Cinema.
Locsin had also produced her own film entitled Angels, which was shown in theaters on April 12, 2007.
In 2009, Locsin starred in her first movie under Star Cinema, Love Me Again The film was shot in Impasug-ong and Malaybalay City, Bukidnon. Other scenes were also shot in Darwin, Australia. The film premiered on January 15, 2009.
Personal life
On April 23, 2007, Locsin celebrated her birthday with GABRIELA Foundation, an NGO that supports women and children. In April 20, 2008, Locsin organized a gift-giving to the less fortunate children in Payatas, Quezon City and gave poor children food, clothing and other basic needs. It was her birthday gift supported by her sponsors.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Click | Charley | GMA Network |
| 2003 | Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw Pa Rin | Mariella | |
| 2004 | All Together Now | Tetet | |
| Love To Love: Kissing Beauty | Chara / Charina | ||
| Mulawin | Alwina | ||
| 2005 | Darna | Darna / Narda | |
| 2006 | Majika | Sabina | |
| 2007 | Asian Treasures | Gabriella Agoncillo | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Pilat | Melody | ABS-CBN | |
| 2008 | Lobo | Lyka Raymundo | |
| 2009 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Blusa | Nemie | |
| ASAP XV | Host / Performer | ||
| Only You | Jillian Mendoza | ||
| 2010 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Litrato | Jenny | |
| Imortal | Pre-Production |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Film Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Ping Lacson: Supercop | Young Robina Gokongwei | Millennium Cinema |
| 2003 | Mano Po 2 | Eliza | Regal Films |
| 2004 | Kuya | Barbs Dumlao | |
| Singles | Sam | ||
| Sigaw | Pinky | ||
| Mano Po III: My Love | Eliza | ||
| 2005 | Let the Love Begin | Pia / Patricia | GMA Films |
| Mulawin: The Movie | Alwina | ||
| 2006 | I Will Always Love You | Cecille | |
| TxT | Joyce | APT Entertainment | |
| Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di | Charity | Regal Films | |
| 2007 | The Promise | Andrea | GMA Films |
| Angels | Angie | Golden Eye Productions | |
| 2009 | Love Me Again | Arah | Star Cinema |
| 2010 | Huling Sayaw | - |
Awards
Acting Awards
| Year | Award | Category | TV series/Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Actress | Sigaw | Nominated |
| 2005 | Mulawin The Movie | |||
| 2006 | Metro Manila Film Festival | Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di | ||
| PASADO Awards | TxT | |||
| 2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Actress | Lobo | |
| Best Single Performance by an Actress | Maalaala Mo Kaya : Pilat | Won | ||
| 2009 | 37th International Emmy Awards | Best Performance by an Actress | Lobo | Nominated |
Other Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | FHM Philippines | Sexiest Women in Philippines | (Rank #10) |
| 2004 | (Rank #6) | ||
| 2005 | FHM Philippines | Sexiest Women in Philippines | Won |
| Box Office Entertainment Awards | Princess of Philippine Movies and Television | Won | |
| FAMAS Awards | Miss FAMAS Popularity | Won | |
| FAMAS Awards | German Moreno Youth Award | Won | |
| 2006 | FHM Philippines | Sexiest Women in Philippines | (Rank #2) |
| 2007 | Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards | Pinoy Wannabe (Texter's Choice) | Won |
| FHM Philippines | Sexiest Women in Philippines | (Rank #3) | |
| Anak TV Seal Awards | Most Admired TV Personalities | (Rank #5) | |
| 2008 | Box Office Entertainment Awards | Princess of Philippine Movies and Television | Won |
| Maxim Philippines | Hottest and Sexiest Women | Won | |
| FHM Philippines | FHM Philippines Sexiest Women | (Rank #3) | |
| Uno Magazine Awards | Real Hottest Uno Girls | (Rank #2) | |
| 10th Global Excellence Awards | Outstanding Actress and Commercial model | Won | |
| Supreme to the Extreme Awards | Road Distraction Award for Folded & Hung Billboard | Won | |
| ASAP Pop Viewers Choice Award | Pop Covergirl for Maxim | Won | |
| ASAP Pop Viewers Choice Award | Pop Female Fashionista | Won | |
| Anak TV Seal Awards | Most Admired Female Personalities | (Ranked #4) | |
| 2009 | Yes! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars | Couples Category with Luis Manzano | Included |
| Anak TV Seal Awards | Most Admired Female Personalities | Won | |
| 2010 | National Commission for Culture and the Arts of the Philippines | Recognition | Won |
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