Michael de Mesa
| Michael De Mesa | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Michael Edward De Mesa Eigenmann May 24, 1960 Manila, Philippines |
| Occupation | Child actor, Actor, Theatre actor, Director, Model, Host |
| Years active | 1978-present |
| Spouse(s) | Julie Eigenmann (2011-present); Gina Alajar (annulled) |
| Children |
Ryan Geoff AJ |
Michael Edward De Mesa Eigenmann (born May 24, 1960) is a Filipino film and television actor.
Early life
Born Michael Edward De Mesa Eigenmann to performer Eddie Mesa and actress Rosemarie Gil, Michael De Mesa and his siblings Mark Gil and Cherie Gil grew up steeped in the arts. He is uncle of Gabby Eigenmann, Sid Lucero (Tim Eigenmann) and their nieces Andi and Maxene Eigenmann.
Career
Beginning his acting career at age 15 in the 1975 film Araw-araw, gabi-gabi, De Mesa's career has spanned the last four decades and he remains active in film and television.
Personal life
De Mesa wed veteran actress Gina Alajar in 1978. Their marriage lasted 28 years before being annulled in 2006, but bore three children, all of whom are in showbiz: Ryan, Geoff, and AJ Eigenmann. He is of Swiss, Spanish, and Filipino descent.[1][2] After 10 years of being together, he married Hotlegs dancer, Julie Reyes Eigenmann in California, United States in 2011.
Filmography
Television
- Kahit Nasaan Ka Man (2013 GMA Network) - Ernest Gomez
- Indio (2013 GMA Network) - Juancho Sanreal
- Kasalanan Bang Ibigin Ka? (2012 GMA Network) - Don Jaime
- Valiente (2012 TV5) - Damian Valiente
- The Wedding (2009 ABS-CBN) - Frank de Menes
- Lupin (2007 GMA Network) - Minggoy/Miguel
- Sana Maulit Muli (2007 ABS-CBN) - Mang Andres/Mr.Destiny
- Komiks: Alpha Omega Girl (2006 ABS-CBN)
- Mulawin (2004 GMA Network) - Ravenum
- Bituin (2002 ABS-CBN) - Salvador 'Ador/Badong' Sandoval
- Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin (2001-2002 GMA Network) - Elmo
- Biglang Sibol Bayang Impasibol (2001 GMA Network)
- Rio del Mar (1999–2001 GMA Network) - Anton
- Valiente (1992–1995 ABS-CBN/1995–1997 GMA Network) - Gardo Valiente/Braganza
Movies
- 10,000 Hours (2013 film Viva Films) - TBA
- On The Job (2013 film - Star Cinema) - TBA
- D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers Weh?! (2012 film M-Zet Production and APT Entertainment) - Mr. Lucio
- Mulawin: The Movie (2005 film GMA Films) - Ravenum
- Alyas Pogi 2 - Banjo
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)