Gabriel Arellano Concepcion (Tagalog: [ˈgabɪ kɔnsɛpˈʃon]; born 5 November 1964)[1] is a Filipino actor, singer and businessman. He began his show business career in the 1980s as a teen commercial model and is known for his debonair career in Philippine cinema, spanning several romantic relations with both men and women along with several extramarital children. He is currently an exclusive actor of GMA Network.
Gabby Concepcion | |
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 Concepcion at the KC Concepcion Live U.S. Concert Tour (2010) | |
| Born | Gabriel Arellano Concepcion November 5, 1964 |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, singer and businessman |
| Years active | 1980–1995 2008–present |
| Agent(s) | GMA Artist Center (2015–present) Regal Entertainment (1980–present) Viva Artists Agency (1984–present) |
| Spouses | Genevieve Gonzales (m. 2004) |
| Partner(s) | Grace Ibuna (1990s) Dindi Gallardo (1990s) |
| Children | 5 (including KC Concepcion) |
| Website | http://www.gabbyconcepcionlive.com |
Concepcion made a comeback to film and TV in 2008. His successful comeback roles are in hit series Iisa Pa Lamang, Dahil May Isang Ikaw, Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo and Kahit Puso'y Masugatan. He transferred over to TV5 to do shows as well like P. S. I Love You and Cassandra: Warrior Angel in 2013, he starred in Bukas na Lang Kita Mamahalin. In 2015, he transferred to GMA Network to star in hit shows such as Because of You and his two-year drama Ika-6 na Utos, also he did Love You Two, First Yaya, First Lady, Stolen Life, and My Guardian Alien.
Family
editGabriel Arellano Concepcion was born in San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines. His parents were Rolando Concepcion (of Filipino—Spaniard descent) and Maria Lourdes Arellano. He was named after the Archangel Gabriel and was baptized at the Convent of Santuario del Santo Cristo. He later attended both Miriam College and Lincoln University.[2]
In 23 September 1984, Concepcion married actress Sharon Cuneta (already pregnant at the time with their unborn child) at the Manila Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in a grand televised wedding ceremony attended by former Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. and Imelda Marcos, whom both served as their nuptial sponsors. The Catholic wedding was officiated by the former Archbishop of Manila, Cardinal Jaime Lachica Sin and Monsignor Augusto Pedrosa.
Concepcion is the great—grandson of the Filipino painter and architect Juan Arellano.[3]
Career
editConcepcion first appeared as a model in a 1980 Close-Up toothpaste TV commercial.[4] He later starred in the Regal Films production Katorse (English: Fourteen). From 1980–1995, he made 80 films and had several modeling and endorsement advertisements.[citation needed]
On 13 November 1988, Concepcion left for the United States despite not yet finishing his scenes for the film Pahiram ng Isang Umaga (English: "Let Me Borrow the Twilight”), directed by Ishmael Bernal, causing the film's intended release date of December 25 (for the 1988 Metro Manila Film Festival) to be moved next year.[5]
In 1995, he migrated to the United States for a real estate career in Stockton, California.[6] In 2008, he returned part-time to Philippine show business.
Personal life
editConcepcion married the following consecutive women and issued the following daughters:
- Sharon Cuneta — [7] (1984–1987)
- Singer and actress, Maria Kristina Cassandra Concepcion.[7]
- Jenny Syquia — (1993–1996)
- Former beauty queen, Maria Helena Skarne—Hill.[8]
- Genevieve Yatco Gonzales — (2004–present)
- Maria Samantha and Maria Savannah Concepcion.
Concepcion partnered with:
- Grace Ibuna (1990s)
- Creative musician, Maria Gabrielle Concepcion.[9]
Filmography
editTelevision
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993–2001 | Star Drama Presents | Gerardo | Episode Guest | ABS-CBN |
| 2008 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Taxi | Bert | ||
| ASAP | Himself | |||
| Iisa Pa Lamang[10] | Rafael Torralba | Main role / Protagonist | ||
| The Buzz | Himself | Guest | ||
| 2009 | May Bukas Pa | Ricardo | ||
| Elive Entertainment | Himself | Guest | ||
| 2009–2010 | Dahil May Isang Ikaw | Jaime Alferos | Lead Role / Protagonist | |
| 2010 | Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo | Steve S. Sebastian | ||
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bulaklak | Manuel | Episode Guest | |
| Regal Shocker: Elevator | Tony Salvacion | TV5 | ||
| 2011–2012 | P.S. I Love You | Mark Roxas | Main role | |
| 2012 | Bandila | Himself / Guest | Segment: Ikaw Na! | ABS-CBN |
| 2012–2013 | Kahit Puso'y Masugatan | Miguel De Guzman | Main Role / Protagonist | |
| 2013 | Cassandra: Warrior Angel | Azrael | Main Role / Antagonist | TV5 |
| Uriel / Ariel | Main Role / Protagonist | |||
| Bukas na Lang Kita Mamahalin | Martin Dizon | Special participation | ABS-CBN | |
| Banana Nite | Himself | |||
| 2014 | Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel | Dante Montilla | Supporting cast | |
| 2015 | Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman | Himself | Guest | GMA Network |
| Sunday PinaSaya! | ||||
| 2015–2016 | Because of You | Jaime Salcedo | Main role / Protagonist | |
| 2016 | Idol sa Kusina | Himself | Guest Co-Host | GMA News TV |
| Poor Señorita | Jaime Salcedo | Guest Cast (a crossover character from Because of You) | GMA Network | |
| Pepito Manaloto | Reggie | Episode Guest | ||
| Dear Uge | Dante Mercado | |||
| Bubble Gang | Himself | |||
| Magpakailanman: Finding Earl: The Dollente Family Story | Ernest | |||
| 2016–2017 | Tsuperhero | Sergeant Cruz | Supporting role / Protagonist | |
| 2016–2018 | Ika-6 na Utos | Capt. Jerome "Rome" Fuentebella / Jordan "Chef J" Francisco | Main role / Protagonist | |
| 2017 | Karelasyon | Romeo | Episode Guest | |
| Sarap Diva | Himself | Guest | ||
| Wowowin | ||||
| Magpakailanman: May Forever | Ariel Cruz | Episode Guest | ||
| 2018 | Celebrity Bluff | Himself | Master Bluffer | |
| Magpakailanman: Ibalik Mo Sa Akin Ang Anak Ko | Raul | Episode Guest | ||
| 2019 | Love You Two | Joaquin 'Jake' Reyes Jr. | Lead Cast / Protagonist | |
| 2020 | Dear Uge: My Dream Girl | Roy | Episode Guest | |
| 2021 | First Yaya | Vice President Glenn Francisco W. Acosta | Main Cast / Protagonist | |
| 2022 | First Lady | President Glenn Francisco W. Acosta | ||
| 2023; 2024 | All-Out Sundays | Himself | Guest Performer | |
| 2023–2024 | Stolen Life | Darius Rigor | Main Cast / Protagonist | |
| 2024 | My Guardian Alien | Carlos Soriano/Jesus | Leading role with Marian Rivera[11] |
Film
edit| Year | Title | Role | Film Production |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Katorse | Gabby | Regal Films |
| 1981 | Under-Age | Gary | |
| Totoo Ba ang Tsismis? | Gabriel | ||
| P.S. I Love You | Mark | ||
| Dear Heart | Jimmy | ||
| Boystown | Bobet | Regal Films | |
| Bilibid Boys | Butch | ||
| Burgis | Juni Locsin | ||
| Hello, Young Lovers | Tony Lara | ||
| 1982 | My Only Love | Billy | |
| Miracle of Love | Gabriel | ||
| 1983 | I'll Wait for You (Even If It takes Forever) | Gabby Cruz | |
| Pepe en Pilar | Pepe | ||
| Don't Cry for Me, Papa | Nonoy | ||
| Always in My Heart | Gary | ||
| Story of 3 Loves | Benjie | Regal Films | |
| 1984 | Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? | Lito | |
| The Best of Sharon & Gabby (docufilm) | Himself | ||
| Sa Hirap at Ginhawa | Arnold Zaragoza | Viva Films | |
| Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday | Eddie | ||
| 1985 | Pati Ba Pintig Ng Puso? | Aldrin | |
| Mga Kwento Ni Lola Basyang | Principe Amante (segment "Sleeping Beauty") | ||
| 1986 | Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow | Neil | |
| 1987 | Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa | Efraim | Regal Films |
| Asawa Ko, Huwag Mong Agawin | Mike Ledesma | ||
| Bakit Iisa ang Pag-ibig | Louie | ||
| 1988 | Rosa Mistica | Dio | Regal Films |
| Bukas Sisikat Din ang Araw | Gerry | ||
| Nagbabagang Luha | Alex | Regal Films | |
| Sa Puso Ko Hahalik ang Mundo | Benjie Tuazon | ||
| 1989 | Rosenda | Robbie | |
| Gorio en Tekla | Danny | ||
| Pahiram ng Isang Umaga | Manuel Domingo | ||
| Kokak | Leo | ||
| Huwag Kang Hahalik sa Diablo | Crisanto | ||
| 1990 | Bakit Ikaw Pa Rin? | Paul | Viva Films |
| Hahamakin Lahat | Renato | ||
| Kaaway ng Batas | Rafael Aleta | ||
| 1991 | Pakasalan Mo Ako | Dodie | |
| Pangako ng Puso | Alfred | ||
| Kislap sa Dilim | Dick | ||
| The Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting | Gary | ||
| Sgt. Gabo: Walang Patawad Kung Pumatay | Sgt. Gabo | Regal Films | |
| Kailan Ka Magiging Akin | Ramir Macalincag | Cinemax Studios now GMA Pictures | |
| Makiusap Ka sa Diyos | Allan | Regal Films | |
| Una Kang Naging Akin | Nick/Darwin | Viva Films | |
| 1992 | Tayong Dalawa | Tonchi | |
| Sinungaling Mong Puso | Roman Ong-Chiong | Regal Films | |
| True Confessions (Evelyn, Myrna & Margie) | Warren | Good Harvest Productions | |
| Bakit Ako Mahihiya? | Joey | Regal Films | |
| The Good, the Bad & the Ugly | Gabriel | Good Harvest Productions | |
| Ayoko Na Sanang Magmahal | Nick | ||
| Kailangan Kita | Gerry | ||
| Narito ang Puso Ko | Louie | Viva Films | |
| 1993 | Kapag May Gusot Walang Lusot | Sam Allan | Cinemax Studios now GMA Pictures |
| Kung Ako'y Iiwan mo | Felix Martin | Regal Films | |
| 1994 | Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin | Dave | Star Cinema |
| Mancao | Joey De Leon | Regal Films & Moviestars Production | |
| Iukit Mo sa Bala | Rico Velez | Star Cinema Productions & Mega Vision Films | |
| Ika-11 utos: Mahalin Mo, Asawa Mo | Roy | Regal Films/Star Cinema | |
| 1996 | Kristo | John the Baptist | Cine Suerte Productions |
| 2009 | I Love You, Goodbye | Dr. Adrian Benitez | Star Cinema |
| 2010 | I'll Be There | Pocholo "Poch" dela Cerna | |
| White House | Jet | Regal Films | |
| 2011 | Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow | Gary | |
| 2012 | The Mommy Returns | William | |
| 2013 | A Moment in Time | Steve Linden | Star Cinema |
| When the Love Is Gone | Emman | Viva Films | |
| 2014 | Diary ng Panget | Cross' Dad/Mr. Sandford | |
| 2015 | Crazy Beautiful You | Mayor Ito Alcantara | Star Cinema |
| Felix Manalo | Eraño Manalo | Viva Films | |
| 2017 | Across the Crescent Moon | Johnny Garcia | Gold Barn International |
| 2019 | Man and Wife | Carding | Cineko Productions |
Awards and nominations
edit| Awards and Nomination | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Results |
| 1990 | 14th Gawad Urian Awards | Best Actor | Pahiram ng Isang Umaga | Nominated |
| 1991 | 15th Gawad Urian Awards | Best Actor | Hahamakin Ang Lahat | Nominated |
| 1992 | 16th Gawad Urian Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Makiusap Ka Sa Diyos | Won |
| 1993 | 17th Gawad Urian Awards | Best Actor | Narito Ang Puso Ko | Won |
| 1992 | 40th FAMAS Awards | Best Actor | Una Kang Naging Akin | Nominated |
| 1992 | 40th FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Kislap sa Dilim | Nominated |
| 1993 | 41st FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Sinungaling Mong Puso | Won |
| 1992 | 3rd Young Critics Circle Awards | Best Performance | Narito ang Puso Ko | Nominated |
| 1992 | 3rd Young Critics Circle Awards | Best Performance | Tayong Dalawa | Nominated |
| 2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Single Performance by an Actor | Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Taxi" | Nominated |
| 2009 | 35th Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Actor | I Love You, Goodbye | Nominated |
| 2010 | 58th FAMAS Awards | Best Actor | I Love You, Goodbye | Nominated |
| 2016 | 6th OFW Gawad Parangal | Best Actor | Because of You | Won |
| 2016 | 64th FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Crazy Beautiful You | Won |
| 2017 | 12th Seoul International Awards | Asian Star Prize | Ika-6 na Utos | Won |
Discography
edit| Date | Album Title | Label | Songs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Gabby Concepcion | Warner Music Philippines | "Iisa Pa Lamang", "Nakapagtataka", "When I Met You", "Sana ay Ikaw Na Nga", "Come What May", "Ako Pa Ba?", "Just Once", "Give Me a Chance", "Kung Kailangan Mo Ako", "Hanggang", "Please Forgive Me", "Manila-Awitin Mo Isasayaw Ko" |
| January 28, 2010 | Unforgettable | Warner Music Philippines | "Moon River", "Can't Take My Eyes Off You", "Put Your Head on My Shoulder", "I Have Told You Lately That I Love You", "Smile", "Unforgettable", "Reminiscing", "You've Got a Friend", "Sunday Morning", "Cool Change", "How Did You Know?", "Sway", "Save the Last Dance for Me", "Fly Me to the Moon", "It's Over Now" |
References
edit- Footnotes
- ^ Lim, Ron (November 5, 2023). "Gabby Concepcion hasn't aged a day". Archived from the original on November 6, 2023. Retrieved November 8, 2023.
Gabby also just celebrated his 59th birthday today, November 5...
- ^ "Gabby Concepcion". TV Guide. Retrieved February 4, 2018.
- ^ "KC Concepcion pays tribute to great-great-great-grandfather, Juan Arellano". gmanetwork.com. GMA News Network. Retrieved August 17, 2020.
- ^ "8 Commercial Endorsers Who Became Celebrity Superstars". juan-republic.com. Juan Republic. April 24, 2016. Retrieved August 17, 2020.
- ^ Mendoza, Meg (November 22, 1988). "Waiting for Gabby". Manila Standard. Standard Publishing, Inc. p. 15. Retrieved January 6, 2019.
- ^ https://www.pep.ph/lifestyle/15640/gabby-concepcion-before-his-13-year-leave-from-showbiz-?s=5m1noufkoj46lssmjuopi778o1 [bare URL]
- ^ a b "Gabby greets Sharon on her birthday". ABS-CBN Corporation. January 7, 2018. Retrieved February 4, 2018.
- ^ "WATCH: Sweden's Cloie Syquia Skarne in Miss Earth Q&A". ABS-CBN Corporation. October 30, 2016. Retrieved February 4, 2018.
- ^ "Gabby Concepcion's daughter is Michael Pangilinan's girlfriend". ABS-CBN Corporation. May 31, 2016. Retrieved February 3, 2018.
- ^ "Gabby Concepcion to be paired with Claudine Barretto in "Iisa Pa Lamang"". Archived from the original on March 8, 2009. Retrieved May 4, 2008.
- ^ "Marian Rivera, gagawa ulit ng series; makakasama si Gabby Concepcion | 24 Oras | Comeback is real para kay Primetime Queen Marian Rivera. Excited na siya para sa binubuong serye kasama si Gabby Concepcion kung saan dalawa ang role niya. | By 24 Oras | Facebook". www.facebook.com. Retrieved June 21, 2023.