Gladys Reyes

Gladys Reyes-Rojas
Born Gladys Paras Reyes-Sommereux
(1978-06-23) 23 June 1978
Davao City, Davao Region, Philippines
Nationality Philippines
Occupation Actress
Years active 1984–present
Spouse(s) Christopher Roxas (2004present); 3 children

Gladys Paras Reyes-Sommereux (aka Gladys Reyes-Roxas; born 23 June 1978), is a Filipina actress best known for her role as "Clara," the antagonist to "Mara" (played by Judy Ann Santos) from the 90's ABS-CBN hit teleserye, Mara Clara.[1][2] She received the PMPC Star Awards for Best Drama Actress for the TV series Saan Ka Man Naroroon.[3]

She received a Urian Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film Magkakabaung.[4] She is currently a board member of Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).[5]

Biography

Background

Known by the alias, Primera Kontrabida,[6] Gladys Reyes had her big break for the 1990s soap opera, Mara Clara, as Clara, which was portrayed by Julia Montes in the hit remake of the same name.

Reyes is a known member of Iglesia ni Cristo,[7] as well as an alumna of New Era University where she earned her bachelor's degree in Mass Communications.

She is the wife of Christopher Roxas (born Jean-Christopher Sommereux; 1978), her co-star in Mara Clara.[8] They now have three children.[9]

Filmography

Films

Year Title Role Notes
2015 Felix Manalo Avelina Manalo
2012 This Guy's In Love With U Mare! Terry
2010 Petrang Kabayo Pregnant Kalesa Passenger Cameo role
2002 Biyahera Lilia
Cass & Cary: Who Wants To Be A Billionaire? Attorney Juliet
May Pag-ibig Pa Kaya? Pilar
2001 Tabi-tabi Po! Minerva "Demonyita" segment
1999 Pepeng Agimat Viola
Weder-weder lang 'yan Girlie
1998 Kasal-kasalan (Sakalan) Angel
I'm Sorry, My Love Sylvia
Ikaw Na Sana (Movie Version) Angela
1997 Anak ng Dilim Adela Philippine remake of the US film, Carrie[10]
Sa Kabilugan Ng Buwan Michelle
Minsan Lamang Magmamahal Pinky
Isinakdal Ko Ang Aking Ina Carol
1996 Kung Alam Mo Lang Mechie
Ang Titser Kong Pogi Auntie
Sana Naman Noreen
Mara Clara: The Movie Clara del Valle/Davis Main Role
1989 SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats Young Dambu
1988 Afuang: Bounty Hunter Ablyn Afuang supporting role
1986 Captain Barbell Kidnap Victim Cameo Role
Nakagapos Na Puso young Lorna Tolentino
1984 Baby Tsina Elena's Baby Reyes' first film role

Television

Year Title Role Network
2015 Little Nanay Vivian San Pedro GMA Network
Let The Love Begin Maricar Fernandez/DJ Katy
2014 Basta Every Day, Happy! Host
My BFF Mercedes
Kambal Sirena Barracuda
2013 Pyra: Ang Babaeng Apoy Susan Del Fierro
Home Sweet Home Agoncillia Caharian
The Ryzza Mae Show Herself/Celebrity Guest
Magpakailanman: The Ruben Marasigan Story Sonia
Celebrity Bluff Herself
Follow That Star Herself GMA News TV
2012 Nay-1-1 Host GMA Network
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Upuan Letty Canlas ABS-CBN
Pidol's Wonderland Various TV5
Enchanted Garden Dolores
Wansapanataym: Ballpen De Sarah Pen Mrs. Quintin ABS-CBN
Wako Wako Isay Gaudencio
Juicy!Co – Host TV5
2011 Gandang Gabi, Vice! Herself/Guest ABS-CBN
Wansapanataym: Unli-Gift Box Mylene
Ikaw Ay Pag-Ibig Mrs. Dizon
Kris TV Guest/Herself
I Dare You Herself/Challenger
Guns and Roses Diana Montano-Alvaro
2010–2011 Star Circle Quest for the Next Kiddie Superstars Herself/Judge
2010 Laugh Out Loud Herself/Prankster/Female Vendor
Panahon Ko 'To!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko Herself/Contestant
Juicy!Guest Co – Host TV5
Showtime Herself/Hurado ABS-CBN
Habang May Buhay Dra. Clarissa Briones
2009 Only You Dorina Sanchez
2009–2011 Go Negosyo Herself Q
2009 Daisy Siete Season 22: Kambalilong Madam L./Along GMA Network
2008 LaLola Iris
Tasya Fantasya Mateng
2007 MOMents Herself Net 25
Sine Novela: My Only Love Pearl GMA Network
2006 Carlo J. Caparas' Bakekang Deborah
2004 Bahay Mo Ba 'To Kelly Mulingtapang
Love To Love: Sweet Exchange Amanda
Marinara Tara
2001 Recuerdo de Amor Ursula ABS-CBN
Sa Dulo Ng Walang Hanggan Ruella Agbayani
1999 Saan Ka Man Naroroon Melissa
1998 Ganyan Kita Kamahal Gwen GMA Network
1997–1998 Ikaw Na Sana Angela
1992–1997 Mara Clara Clara del Valle/Davis ABS-CBN
1986 That's Entertainment Guest GMA Network
1979-1988 Lucky Kathy IBC
1984 Little Miss Philippines Herself/Little Miss Metro Manila RPN

Awards and nominations

Year TV Award/Critics Award Result
2000 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV[11] Best Drama Actress Saan Ka Man Naroon (1999) Won
2013 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Celebrity Talk Show Host Moments (2012) Nominated
2013 Walk of Fame Philippines Walk of Fame Awardee Won

Commercials

Year Title Role
2008 Licealiz
2010 Cebuana Lhuillier Pawnshop Rival
2011 Grow Herself (mom)
Preceded by
Candy Pangilinan
Showtime Hurado
15 February 2010 – 5 June 2010
Succeeded by
Kitkat

References

  1. "'Mara Clara': the longest teleserye on Philippine television", Kidswereus.wordpress.com, 16 January 2007; accessed 29 May 2011.
  2. "Sundan ang buhay ng Primera Kontrabida na si Gladys Reyes sa Follow that Star". GMA Network. 10 January 2013. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  3. Caligan, Michelle (24 June 2015). "Gladys Reyes is more inspired to star in movies now". GMA Network. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  4. Cruz, Marinel R. (19 June 2015). "Night of first-time Urian winners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  5. Corrales, Nestor (11 January 2014). "Aquino reappoints Villareal as MTRCB chief". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  6. "For Gladys Reyes, motherhood is about finding a balance". The Philippine Star. 12 June 2011. Retrieved 1 September 2015.
  7. Francisco, Katerina (22 July 2014). "Famous Iglesia ni Cristo personalities". Rappler. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  8. Cruz, Marinel R. (21 November 2012). "Three Ps for a lasting relationship". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
  9. "Gladys Reyes in no hurry to have second baby", Pep.ph; retrieved 29 May 2011.
  10. "Anak ng Dilim (1997) - Connections". IMDb.com. Retrieved 2 January 2015.
  11. "Happy, triumphant faces at the 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV". The Philippine Star. 9 October 2000. Retrieved 30 August 2015.

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