Jason Joseph Francis Carlos Diaz Ejercito (Tagalog pronunciation: [ʔɛˌhɛːɾ.sɪˈto]; born June 4, 1992), known professionally as Kiko Estrada, is a Filipino actor who is best known for his role in Tween Hearts on GMA Network before he transferred to ABS-CBN, where he appeared in Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto and Annaliza. In 2014, he moved back to GMA Network, where he appeared on several television dramas.[1]
Kiko Estrada | |
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| Born | Jason Joseph Francis Carlos Diaz Ejercito June 4, 1992 Manila, Philippines |
| Other names | Kiko |
| Alma mater | Colegio San Agustin De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2011–present |
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| Parent(s) | Gary Estrada Chesca Diaz |
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Background
editEstrada was born in Manila. His mother, Cheska Diaz, is a former actress, and his father, Gary Estrada, is an actor who also serves as board member of Quezon Province. He is the grandson of Paquito Diaz and George Estregan.
In 2021, Estrada choose to be tattooed with a memorial butterfly in honour of his grandfather who earlier lived as dweller under a Mexico, Pampanga bridge.[2]
His parents have separated and each remarried, and he has several younger half-siblings. Of these, he has three half-sisters—Garielle Bernice, Garianna Beatrice and Gianna Bettina—from his father's present wife, Bernadette Allyson, and he has a half-brother, Stefan, and a half-sister, Gabrielle Alexi, from his mother's present husband, Carlos Morales.[3]
Estrada went to high school at Colegio San Agustin, he attended college at College of St. Benilde, where he enrolled in the diplomatic affairs program and he played a former college basketball team of College of St. Benilde.[3] His parents were the main force that urged him to go into show business. He began acting lessons in ABS-CBN’s Star Magic in 2010.
Estrada was in a relationship with former Kapamilya and now Kapuso actress Devon Seron, but then confirmed their split in April 2021. Also has previous relationship with Barbie Forteza. He was previously in a relationship with fellow Kapamilya actress, Heaven Peralejo.[4]
Career
editIn 2011, Estrada's first appearance was in Reel Love: Tween Hearts. He played a supporting role in the youth-oriented television series and he teamed up with Barbie Forteza. The show ended in June 2012.
In 2012, four months after Tween Hearts ended, Estrada moved to ABS-CBN for non-contractual acting.[5] In his new station, his first acting stint was a supporting role in noontime television series, Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto. The series ended in December 2012.[6]
In 2013, Estrada formally signed a contract with ABS-CBN and started his time at the station by landing a role in Asia’s longest drama anthology Maalaala Mo Kaya in the episode "Krus" where he was cast as the leading man of Julia Montes. He was also part of the remake of Annaliza where he played a supporting role.[7]
In July 2013, Estrada announced his first foray into the movie world with a movie called Chasing Boulevards with co-star Kim Rodriguez and Teejay Marquez.[8] He also appeared in Minute to Win It as a contestant joining the team of Star Magic Circle 2013.
In 2014, Estrada was originally part of the main cast of Mirabella as Julia Barretto's leading man but was later replaced by Enrique Gil and Sam Concepcion. After months of hiatus he came back and signed an exclusive contract with GMA Network via Strawberry Lane. He is paired with his Chasing Boulevard co-star Kim Rodriguez. He also played a callboy who learned about his father's true identity after his own father became his customer in Magpakailanman.[9]
In November 2018, he became part of ABS-CBN's show Pamilya Ko a month after his contract with GMA Network expired.
In October 2020, he landed a lead role and became part of ABS-CBN's show Bagong Umaga. He was paired with fellow Kapamilya actress Michelle Vito.
Estrada is the ex-boyfriend of Devon Seron.[10] He confirmed their breakup last April 2021. Months after their breakup, the actor confirmed that he is dating Heaven Peralejo.[11] Estrada and Peralejo broke up this year.[12]
On February 1, 2022, Janelle Lewis, Miss World Philippines 2021 2nd Princess, confirmed dating Estrada, a few months after the Heaven Peralejo breakup.[13]
Filmography
editTelevision / Digital Series
edit| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | Reel Love Presents: Tween Hearts | Kevin Del Mundo |
| 2012 | Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto | Leo Samaniego |
| 2012–2014 | ASAP | Himself / Co-host / Performer |
| 2013 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Krus | Rowell |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Telebisyon | Greg | |
| 2013–2014 | Annaliza | Bart Dimaguiba |
| 2014 | Yagit | Pipo |
| 2014–2015 | Strawberry Lane | Paulino "Paul" Dizon |
| 2015 | My Mother's Secret | Craig De Leon |
| 2016 | Princess in the Palace | Kiko Castro |
| That's My Amboy | Patrick Almelda | |
| Sinungaling Mong Puso | Jason Villafuerte Aguirre | |
| 2017 | Mulawin vs. Ravena | Rafael Montenegro |
| Alyas Robin Hood | Iking | |
| 2018 | My Guitar Princess | Justin Garcia |
| 2018–2019 | Ika-5 Utos | Emilio "Leo" Buenaventura Jr. |
| 2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: White Ribbon | Jason Marvin |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kadena | Kirby Manzon | |
| Ipaglaban Mo: Alegasyon | Michael | |
| 2019–present | ASAP | Himself / Co-host / Performer |
| 2019–2020 | Pamilya Ko | Bernardo "Beri" Mabunga |
| 2020–2021 | Bagong Umaga | Daniel "Otep" Jacinto Jr. |
| 2022 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Singsing | Ralph Landicho |
| 2024 | Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa | Norman dela Cruz / Abraham Espiritu |
| Eat Bulaga! | Himself / Guest |
Film
edit| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Chasing Boulevards | Kiko Flores |
| 2017 | Pwera Usog | Quintin |
| 2018 | My Fairy Tail Love Story | DJ Ethan |
| Walwal | Marco | |
| 2022 | Maid in Malacañang | Tommy Manotoc |
| Sitio Diablo | Bullet | |
| 2023 | Balik Taya | |
| 2024 | G! LU | Carlos |
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Awards
edit| Year | Association | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 63rd FAMAS Awards | German Moreno Youth Achievement Award[14] | — | Won |
| 2017 | World Class Excellence Japan Awards | Outstanding New Best Actor[15] | Sinungaling Mong Puso | Won |
References
edit- ^ IMDb.com, Inc. (2012) Kiko Estrada Filmography Retrieved July 2013
- ^ Tomada, Nathalie (May 30, 2024). "Kiko Estrada pays homage to late grandfather Paquito Diaz". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
- ^ a b tsapsuy.com (2011) Kiko Estrada Biography Retrieved July 11, 2013
- ^ "Kiko Estrada, Heaven Peralejo confirm relationship". Rappler. August 14, 2021.
- ^ Tempo (2012) Dahil sa pangakong napako, Kapuso star Kiko Kapamilya na ngayon Archived 2013-12-27 at the Wayback Machine Retrieved July 11, 2013
- ^ PEP.ph (2012) Newbie actor Kiko Estrada says his grandfather Paquito Diaz’s death inspired him to get into showbiz Retrieved July 11, 2013
- ^ Yahoo! Asia Pacific (2013) The cast: Annaliza Retrieved July 11, 2013
- ^ PEP.ph (2013) Julia Barretto will star with Diego Loyzaga and Kiko Estrada in Mira Bella Retrieved July 2013
- ^ "Kiko Estrada returns, Martin del Rosario moves in and Camille remains Kapuso - Manila Standard Today". manilastandardtoday.com. Archived from the original on October 6, 2014.
- ^ "Kiko Estrada breaks silence on Heaven, Devon Seron". ABS-CBN News. August 24, 2021. Retrieved October 27, 2021.
- ^ "Heaven Peralejo, Kiko Estrada finally confirm relationship". PEP.ph. Retrieved October 27, 2021.
- ^ Cruz, Dana (October 26, 2021). "Heaven Peralejo confirms breakup with Kiko Estrada: 'I don't need any relationship'". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved October 27, 2021.
- ^ "Beauty queen Janelle Lewis confirms she's dating Kiko Estrada". Rappler. February 2, 2022. Retrieved May 31, 2024.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Winners, FAMAS Awards 2015". Rappler. September 21, 2015. Retrieved March 12, 2016.
- ^ Dabu, Bianca Rose (February 5, 2017). "Kiko Estrada wins Outstanding New Best Actor award". GMA News. GMA Network, Inc. GMA News and Public Affairs. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
External links
edit- Kiko Estrada at IMDb