Kate Valdez
Valdez in 2020
Born
Keith Eliana Habala Sisante

(2000-08-21) August 21, 2000
Trece Martires, Cavite, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
Occupations
  • Model
  • Actress
  • Commercial Model
Years active2015–present
AgentSparkle (2015–present)

Keith Eliana Habala Sisante (born August 21, 2000),[1] professionally known as Kate Valdez (Tagalog pronunciation: [bɐlˈdɛs]), is a Filipino actress, and model. She is known for her role as Violet in Destiny Rose, as Mira in Encantadia, as Natalie/Rosemarie in Onanay, as Caitlyn in Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday, Bianca/Hope in Unica Hija, and as Inna in Shining Inheritance.

Early life

Kate Valdez was born as Keith Eliana Habala Sisante in Trece Martires, Cavite, to Edmond and Teresita Habala-Sisante.[2] Valdez is currently enrolled in Miriam College.[2]

Career

Modelling

Valdez started modeling while still in elementary school and subsequently joined amateur beauty pageants. Valdez discovered her knack for acting when she started joining school plays.[2]

Acting

In 2015, Valdez signed a contract with GMA Artist Center. Valdez later appeared on Destiny Rose as Violet Vitto Jacobs.[3]

In 2016, Valdez became a part the 2016 requel-sequel of Encantadia as Mira, originally portrayed by Yasmien Kurdi.[4] The character is the daughter of Pirena, played by Glaiza de Castro, and was originally portrayed by Sunshine Dizon in the original series.[3][5][6]

In 2018, Valdez portrayed the villainous and arrogant Natalie in Onanay. She also appeared as the protagonist villain in Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday as Caitlyn, the envious and vindictive daughter of Sussie. Valdez has also appeared in other programs on GMA Network and is a TV commercial model for various local labels.[2]

In late 2022, she started playing a protagonist dual-role, Hope Marasigan who is a "clone" of Bianca Sebastian in the high-rating sci-fi drama, Unica Hija.

Filmography

Television

YearProgramRoleNetwork
2015–2016Destiny RoseViolet Vitto JacobsGMA Network
2016–2017EncantadiaSang'gre Mira / "Lira"
2016Karelasyon: Nagmumurang KamatisMadel
MaynilaNikki
Magpakailanman: Finding Earl: The Dollente Family StoryPatty
2017Dear Uge: Remedyo NocheTrisha
Dear Uge: Pinulot Ka Lang sa GlutaTisay
Magpakailanman: Pinay in the Happiest Place on EarthIsabella
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Echoserang Senyorita at ang Pabibong FrogSenyorita Angelica
MaynilaAileen
Wish Ko Lang: Sa Kuweba Ng BuhayJoanne
Road TripHerself
2018Sherlock Jr.Jenny Nuñez
Dear Uge: Mommy's HomeGiselle
Lip Sync Battle PhilippinesHerself
2018–2019OnanayRosemary / Natalie "Nat" Montenegro
Studio 7Herself
2019SahayaKira
2020–2021Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni BidayCaitlyn Agpangan/ Matalamban-Escoto
2020All Out SundaysHerself
Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko: Witch is WhichLily
Project DestinationLoretGMA News TV
2021Magpakailanman: My Stalker GirlfriendCristineGMA Network
Heartful CaféDianna
Pepito Manaloto: Ang Unang Kuwento[7]Judy
Stories from the Heart: Love on AirJoana "Joan" Sevilla
Dear Uge: Minanikang ManikenMonica
2022Regal Studio Presents: Exs Marks The HeartAndrea "Andi" Rivera
Regal Studio Presents: Open MindedMona
Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko: Billie Bili NaBelinda Marie "Billie"
TOLSGeneva Ochoa GTV
2022–2023Unica Hija[8]Bianca Sebastian / Hope Marasigan / Fatima / Charity / Agape / Joy / GraceGMA Network
2023Regal Studio Presents: Holdap 'To, I Love YouMarian
Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na MisisSheena Riego De Dios
2024 Shining Inheritance Inna
Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'greSang'gre Mira
TBA Dream Walker Kat HBO Asia

Film

YearFilmRoleProduction
2019Black LipstickChloe Marie ImperialObra Cinema

Commercials

YearProduct
2014Monde Nissin
2015Globe
Tropicana
Smart

References

  1. ↑ "Kate Valdez reunites with Encantadia co-stars at her grand debut". PEP. August 23, 2018. Retrieved February 13, 2021.
  2. 1 2 3 4 "Is Kate Valdez the celebrity twin of Angel Locsin?". GMA Network Portal. GMA Network, Inc. June 25, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
  3. 1 2 "Showbiz newbies na sina Mikee Quintos at Kate Valdez, nasilayan na sa 'Encantadia'". GMA News. GMA Network, Inc. GMA News and Public Affairs. August 19, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
  4. ↑ "Kate Valdez, mixed emotions sa pagkakaroon ng love team sa 'Encantadia'". GMA Network Portal. GMA Network, Inc. October 13, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
  5. ↑ "Kate Valdez kuha ang mataray na tingin ni Glaiza". The Philippine Star. Pilipino Star Ngayon. January 7, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
  6. ↑ "Kate Valdez susunod sa yapak ni Glaiza bilang palabang bida-kontrabida". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Bandera. January 9, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2017.
  7. ↑ "Pepito Manaloto: Abangan ang reunion nina Mikee Quintos at Kate Valdez ngayong Sabado | GMA Entertainment". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved November 20, 2021.
  8. ↑ "Kate Valdez, Kelvin Miranda pair up in an upcoming Kapuso series". LionhearTV. June 26, 2022. Retrieved June 28, 2022.
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