Betong Sumaya
| Betong Sumaya | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | John Martin G. Sumaya Jr. |
| Born |
November 21, 1972 Antipolo, Rizal, Philippines |
| Medium | Television |
| Alma mater |
San Isidro Elementary School Antipolo National High school Polytechnic university of the Philippines |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Genres | Observational comedy |
| Influences | Michael V., Diego Llorico, Sef Cadayona |
| Notable works and roles | Bubble Gang: Antonietta |
Betong Sumaya (born John Martin G. Sumaya Jr) is a journalist,director, TV host, actor & comedian in the Philippines. He graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in Filipino and minor in Mass Communication, from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines.[1]
He has also appeared in Unang Hirit. Betong participated in, and won, the GMA reality show Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown in November 2011. He is well known for his infamous villain role Antonietta in Bubble Gang.
Television: Career
Betong, has a numerous role as Antonietta in various GMA tv shows, CelebriTV, Celebrity Bluff and Wowowin; with Boobay and Donita Nose.
Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown
Betong Sumaya was named as the second Celebrity Sole Survivor in the season, Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown. The live announcement was held at the GMA Network Studio hosted by Richard Gutierrez in February 10. Betong made it to the Top 3 along with fellow castaways, Mara Yokohama and Stef Prescott.[2]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989-2003 | The Probe Team | Supervising Producer | GMA Network |
| 2003-2004 | Kay Susan Tayo | Segment Host | |
| 2004-2005 | Lakas Magsasaka | Host | |
| 2005 | Lovely Day | Himself | |
| 2009 | Survivor Philippines: Palau - Reunion Special Surbayboy Philippines: Palau | Tara | |
| 2009-2010 | Sapulso | Segment Host | QTV 11 |
| Full Time Moms | Himself | ||
| 2010 | Happy Land | Himself | GMA Network |
| Maynila | Various | ||
| Day Off | Himself | QTV 11 | |
| Eateria | Himself / Segment Host | GMA Network | |
| 2011 | Sunnyville | Himself | |
| AHA! | Himself / Segment host | ||
| Unang Hirit | Segment Host | ||
| Ang Pinaka | Host | GMA News TV | |
| 2011-2012 | Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown[3] | Himself / Castaway / Sole Survivor | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Eat Bulaga | Himself / Performer | |
| May Tamang Balita | Himself | GMA News TV | |
| Party Pilipinas | Himself / Performer | GMA Network | |
| Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown Reunion Special | Himself | ||
| Tunay Na Buhay | Himself | ||
| Spooky Valentine: Manikurista | Curie Manikurista | ||
| Bubble Gang | Himself | ||
| Wish Ko Lang | Himself | ||
| Manny Many Prizes | Co-Host | ||
| Chef Boy Logro: Kusina Master | Special Guest | ||
| Travel More Fun In The Philippines | Host | GMA News TV | |
| Spooky Nights Presents: Korona | TBA | GMA Network | |
| Tweets For My Sweet | Justin B. | ||
| Celebrity Bluff | Celebrity Contestant | ||
| 2012-2013 | Go Negosyo | Guest Host | GMA News TV |
| 2013 | Bayan Ko | Various | |
| Genesis | Lito 'Tolits' Dimagiba | GMA Network | |
| Vampire Ang Daddy Ko | Julio | ||
| 2014 | Magpakailanman: The Boy Logro Story | Young Boy Logro | |
| Don't Lose The Money | Himself/Contestant | ||
| 2015 | Once Upon a Kiss | Sebastian Poblador | |
| Sabado Badoo | Host | ||
| Kris TV | Cameo | ABS-CBN 2 | |
| Alamat: Ang langgam at ang tipaklong | Langgam | GMA Network | |
| The Ryzza Mae Show | Himself/Guest | ||
| ASOP: A Song Of Praise Season 4 | Finalist | UNTV 37 | |
| Because of You | Albert | GMA Network | |
| Dangwa | Antonietta | ||
| 2016 | Celebrity Bluff | Other co-host | |
| Juan Tamad | Tatang Albularyo | ||
| Dear Uge | Antonietta |
TV specials
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | GMA @ 60: The Heart Of Television | Himself | GMA 7 |
| Bubble Gang 15th Anniversary Special | Himself | ||
| 2011 | Party Pilipinas Anniversary Special | Himself | |
| 2012 | Survivor Philippines Celebrity Challenge | Himself/Winner | |
| 34th Catholic Mass Media Awards | Himself/Presenter | TV5 (Betong's 1st TV5 Appearance) | |
| 2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards For TV | Himself/Cameo | ABS-CBN 2 (Betong's 1st ABS-CBN Appearance) |
| 35th Catholic Mass Media Awards | Himself/Presenter | TV5 | |
| 2014 | 28th PMPC Star Awards For TV | Himself/Cameo | ABS-CBN 2 |
| 2015 | Thank You Kapuso: GMA Fans Day 2015: The GMA 65th Anniversary TV Special | Himself/Co-Host/Performer | GMA 7 |
| 2015 | ASOP Season 4 Grand Finals Night | Himself/Guest/Performer | UNTV 37 (Betong's 1st UNTV 37 Appearance) |
| 2015 | IMBG: Bubble Gang 20th Anniversary Documentary Special | Himself | GMA 7 |
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Production Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Boy Pick-Up: The Movie | Bogart | GMA Films |
| Of All The Things | ????? | Viva Films & GMA Films | |
| 2013 | My Lady Boss | Sponky | Regal Entertainment & GMA Films |
| Ang Huling Henya | Zombie | Viva Films | |
| 2014 | Basement | Bernard | Coffee House Productions Springboard Film Productions |
| Shake, Rattle & Roll XV | Macoy † | Regal Films |
Awards and recognitions
| Year | Organization | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown | Celebrity Sole Survivor | Won |
| Celebrity Bluff | 500,000 Pesos | Won |
References
- ↑ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/247427/showbiz/betong-eyes-sole-survivor-title-and-cash-prize-in-survivor-philippines-finals
- ↑ http://www.pep.ph/news/32956/Comedian-Betong-Sumaya-named-Celebrity-Sole-Survivor
- ↑ http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/247648/showbiz/celebrity-sole-survivor-betong-sumaya-reveals-that-he-will-use-the-p3m-prize-to-pay-debts