Michael De Mesa
| Michael De Mesa | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Michael Edward Gil-Eigenmann 24 May 1960 Manila, Philippines |
| Occupation | Child actor, Actor, Theatre actor, Director, Model, Host |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Spouse(s) |
Gina Alajar (1978–2006) Julie Reyes (2011–present) |
| Children |
Ryan Eigenmann Geoff Eigenmann AJ Eigenmann |
| Family |
Eduardo ″Eddie″ Eigenmann (father) Rosemarie Gil (mother) Ralph ″Mark″ Eigenmann (1961-2014; brother) Evangeline ″Cherie″ Eigenmann (sister) |
Michael De Mesa (born 24 May 1960) is a Filipino film and television actor.
Early life
Born as Michael Edward Gil Eigenmann [1] to performer Eddie Mesa and actress Rosemarie Gil, he and his siblings, Mark and Cherie grew up steeped in the arts. He is the uncle of Gabby Eigenmann and Tim ″Sid Lucero″ Eigenmann. Michael De Mesa is of Swiss, Spanish, and Filipino descent.[2][3]
Career
De Mesa began acting at age 16 in 1975 in Araw-araw, gabi-gabi, and he remains active in film and television.
Personal life
De Mesa wed actress Gina Alajar in 1978. Their marriage lasted 23 years before they separated in 2001. Their marriage was annulled in 2006, but bore three children, all of whom are in showbiz: Ryan, Geoff, and AJ Eigenmann.[4][5] He married Julie Reyes in September 2011.[6] She is a dancer/choreographer from Hotlegs, Manila's premier jazz group.[7]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2015 | Destiny Rose | Rosauro Armani Vitto | GMA Network |
| 2015 | Once Upon a Kiss | Enrique 'King' Pelaez | GMA Network |
| 2014 | Innamorata | Lloyd Manansala | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Kahit Nasaan Ka Man | Ernest Gomez | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Indio | Juancho Sanreal | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Kasalanan Bang Ibigin Ka? | Jaime Montelibano | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Valiente | Damian Valiente | TV5 |
| 2009 | The Wedding | Frank De Menes | ABS-CBN |
| 2007 | Lupin | Minggoy Buang / Miguel Apacer | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Sana Maulit Muli | Mang Andres / Mr.Destiny | ABS-CBN |
| 2004 | Mulawin | Ravenum | GMA Network |
| 2002 | Bituin | Salvador 'Ador/Badong' Sandoval | GMA Network |
| 2001 | Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin | Elmo | GMA Network |
| 2001 | Biglang Sibol, Bayang Impasibol | GMA Network | |
| 1999 | Rio Del Mar | Anton | GMA Network |
| 1992 | Valiente | Gardo Valiente | ABS-CBN, GMA Network |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Distributor |
| 2016 | Everything About Her | Leo | Star Cinema |
| 2013 | 10,000 Hours | Dante Cristobal | Viva Films |
| 2013 | On The Job | Congressman Manrique | Reality Entertainment, Star Cinema |
| 2012 | D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers Weh?! | Mr. Lucio | APT Entertainment, M-Zet Productions |
| 2009 | Litsonero | Pinoy | APT Entertainment |
| 2008 | Baler | Fr. Candido Gómez Carreno | Viva Films |
| 2007 | Enteng Kabisote 4: Okay Ka Fairy Ko...The Beginning of the Legend | Prinsipe Inok | OctoArts Films, M-Zet Productions |
| 2006 | First Day High | Coach Zantua | Star Cinema |
| 2005 | Mulawin: The Movie | Ravenum | GMA Films |
| 2005 | Dubai | Basi | Star Cinema |
| 1995 | Muling Umawit ang Puso | Diosdado Rivera | Viva Films |
| 1995 | Batang X | Dr. Kwago | Regal Films |
| 1992 | Kahit Buhay ko | Lt. Torres | Reflection Films |
| 1992 | Grease Gun Gang | Victor Lim | Viva Films |
| 1991 | Alyas Pogi 2 | Banjo | Moviestars Production |
| 1991 | Uubusin Ko Ang Lahi mo! | Frank Canonico | Moviestars Production |
Awards
- Urian Best Actor Award for The Unfaithful Wife (1986)
- FAP Best Supporting Actor Award for Paradise Inn (1985)
- FAMAS Best Supporting Actor Award for The Unfaithful Wife (1986)
- Urian Best Supporting Actor Award for Ikasa Mo, Ipuputok Ko (1990)
See also
References
- ↑ Birthname; accessed 9 September 2014.
- ↑ http://www.fhm.com.ph/fhm-babes/cover-girls/Max-Eigenmann---June-2010-FHM-cover-girl
- ↑ http://viewsfromthepampang.blogspot.com/2011/02/238-gils-of-porac-acting-is-all-in.html
- ↑ Then & now, Fil-Ams dominate showbiz; accessed 4 September 2014.
- ↑ Profile, mb.com.ph; accessed 4 September 2014.
- ↑ Michael De Mesa married Julie Reyes, abante-tonite.com; accessed September 9, 2014.
- ↑ http://www.sunstar.com.ph/manila/michael-de-mesa-reveals-life-us