Gem Castillo Amante (born November 9), better known by her stage name Gem Castillo, is a Filipina actress. She began her acting career in the early 1990s when she starred in movies. A prized find of Kuya Germs, she was a talent at the defunct but long-running That's Entertainment (Philippine TV program).
Gem Castillo | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 9 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Alma mater | Lyceum of the Philippines University |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer, businesswoman |
| Known for | Ang Syota Kong Balikbayan (1995)[1], Pusong Hiram (1996)[2], Anak ng Yakuza (1997)[3] |
| Spouse | Vic Amante |
Castillo is also a businesswoman.
Early life and education
editGem Castillo is a native of San Pablo City, Laguna, Philippines, and provides entertainment to people there.[4]
Career
editCastillo was discovered by film executives. She starred in movies produced by companies. She became more popular when she frequently appeared in That's Entertainment (Philippine TV program), conversing with host German Moreno. She would later sing regularly in the program and make an album under Ivory Music and Video, formerly Ivory Records Corporation.[5]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Producer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Ang Syota Kong Balikbayan | Herself | Viva Films |
| 1996 | Pusong Hiram | Herself | Kara Films, RJ Films |
| 1997 | Anak ng Yakuza | Jenny | Leo Films |
TV series/variety show
edit| Year | Title | Role | Producer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s-1996 | That's Entertainment | Herself | GMA Network |
Political career
editCastillo is running for vice-governor of the province of Laguna in the Philippine region of Calabarzon in the 2025 polls.[6][7][8]
Personal life
editCastillo married San Pablo City Mayor Vic Amante.
Awards and recognition
editReferences
edit- ^ "Ang Syota Kong Balikbayan". imdb.com. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ "Pusong Hiram". imdb.com. 1996. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ "Anak ng Yakuza". imdb.com. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ Vibas, Danny (June 11, 2024). "Charlie Davao grandson makes it on his own". Daily Tribune. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ Asis, Eugene (August 17, 2022). "Dating singer-actress Gem Castillo, isang inspirasyon". Journal Online. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ Datu, Dennis (October 6, 2024). "Former actress Gem Castillo running for vice-governor of Laguna, with Cong. Fernandez as governor". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ Tomandao, Roy (June 17, 2024). "Gem bares plan to run for vice gov next year". Manila Standard. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ "LIST: Gubernatorial, mayoral aspirants in provinces". GMA News. October 4, 2024. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ "Gem Castillo to receive Outstanding Filipino award in LA". Manila Standard. April 13, 2023. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ "Mayora Gem Castillo-Amante conferred new award". Manila Bulletin. November 24, 2022. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
- ^ "Gem Castillo receives Diamond Excellence Award by Inspire Mag". Manila Standard. September 30, 2022. Retrieved December 16, 2024.
External links
edit- Gem Castillo at IMDb