Pia Arcangel
| Pia Arcangel | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Maria Pia N. Arcangel December 8, 1978 Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Pia, Ate P |
| Occupation | News anchor, Reporter, Host |
| Years active | 2001-present |
| Agent | GMA News & Public Affairs (2003-present) |
| Spouse(s) | Mico Halili |
| Children | 1 |
Maria Pia N. Arcangel-Halili (born December 8, 1978, known professionally as Pia Arcangel) is a Filipina television, newscaster and journalist in the Philippines.
Career
Arcangel started as a sportscaster for her alma mater, Ateneo de Manila University, at the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) where the sporting events were aired at Studio 23 (now ABS-CBN Sports and Action or S+A).[1][2] In 2003, she became one of the hosts of the morning show Unang Hirit of GMA Network.[3] She also hosted the children's show Art Angel with Tonipet Gaba and Krystal Reyes where she along with his co-hosts won awards during the 21st,[4] 22nd[5] and 23rd[6] PMPC Star Awards for Television as Best Children Show Hosts. In QTV/Q (now GMA News TV), she co-anchored Balitanghali with Raffy Tima for 9 years until Connie Sison permanently replaced her since November 10, 2014.[7]
She is currently a co-anchor of 24 Oras Weekend and Saksi.[8]
Personal life
Arcangel is the daughter of Clotilde N. Arcangel, Dean of the UST College of Education.[9] She is married to sportscaster, Mico Halili.[10] Their love story is featured in GMA News TV program Wagas where Glaiza de Castro portrayed Pia while Archie Alemania portrayed Mico.[11]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–present | Saksi | Herself | As a newscaster replacing Vicky Morales |
| 2010–present | 24 Oras Weekend | As a newscaster | |
| 2006–2008 | DoQmentaries | As a TV host | |
| 100% Pinoy | |||
| 2006 | Pinoy Meets World ("Kenya Episode") | ||
| 2005–2014 | Balitanghali | As a newscaster before replacing Connie Sison | |
| 2004–2010 | Art Angel | As a TV host | |
| 2010–2014 | Unang Hirit | As a TV host and newscaster | |
| 2003–2004 | Breakfast | ||
| 2003 | UAAP on Studio 23 | As a sideline reporter |
References
- ↑ "LOOK: #Throwback pics of 10 Kapuso anchors and reporters". GMA News Online. December 12, 2014. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ Viloria, Barry (July 15, 2015). "Ateneo courtside reporters: Where are they now?". ABS-CBN SPORTS. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ "LOOK: 5 Kapuso newscasters among 'Top 10 Hottest Newswomen'". GMA News Online. March 26, 2015. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ "PEP: PMPC holds annual Star Awards". GMA News Online. November 19, 2007. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ "PEP: GMA bags PMPC's 'Best Station' award". GMA News Online. December 1, 2008. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ Bonifacio, Julie (December 1, 2009). "ABS-CBN hailed as Best Station in the 23rd Star Awards for Television". ABS-CBN.COM. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ Glorioso, Bot (April 16, 2011). "Noontime late-breakers with Raffy & Pia". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ "GMA News and Public Affairs announces big changes in news lineup". GMA News Online. November 8, 2014. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ Rojas, Joy (September 2, 2011). "My inspiration". lifestyle.inquirer.net. Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ "Pia Arcangel and Mico Halili: 10 years down, forever to go". GMA News Online. January 27, 2014. Retrieved January 17, 2017.
- ↑ "Pia Arcangel and Mico Halili Love Story sa 'Wagas'". GMA News Online. January 16, 2014. Retrieved January 17, 2016.