Rey Abellana | |
|---|---|
| Born | Reynante Hofileña Abellana September 2, 1962 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | PJ |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Spouse | Rea Reyes |
| Children | 6 (including Carla) |
| Relatives | Jojo Abellana (brother) |
Reynante Hofileña Abellana[1] (Tagalog pronunciation: [ɐˈbɛʎɐnɐ]; born September 2, 1962), professionally known as Rey "PJ" Abellana, is a Filipino actor[2] who is best known for his portrayal as PJ in the Philippine TV series Anna Liza in the 1980s.[3]
Abellana appeared in movies like Shake, Rattle & Roll (1984), Bukas Luluhod ang Mga Tala (1985), Oras-Oras, Araw-Araw (1990), Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) (1992) starring Rita Avila and Cristina Gonzales, Doring Dorobo (2000) with Eddie Garcia, Karanasan: The Claudia Zobel Story (1995) starring Sabrina M. and Emilio Garcia, Habang May Buhay (1996) starring Ian de Leon and Donna Cruz, and Birthday Gift 2 (2000) starring Sabrina M.
He also appeared on GMA Network series are Anna Liza from 1980 to 1985 as PJ, others including ABS-CBN TV series Krystala with Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo, and Rubi topbilled by Angelica Panganiban. He played a special role in Dahil Sa Pag-ibig starring Piolo Pascual, Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin starring Gerald Anderson, then Ang Probinsyano topbilled by Coco Martin and I Left My Heart in Sorsogon starring Heart Evangelista and Richard Yap.
He married Rea Reyes, his co-star in Anna Liza[4] but has since annulled their marriage.[5] One of their children is Filipina actress Carla Abellana.[6][7]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Production company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Lukaret | ||
| Iiyak Ka Rin | |||
| Hayop sa Ganda | |||
| Summer Holiday | |||
| 1984 | Sex Education | ||
| Dear Mama | |||
| Bukas Luluhod ang Mga Tala | Dante Mandresa | ||
| The Punks | |||
| Bulaklak ng Apoy | |||
| Shake, Rattle & Roll | Paolo / Ibarra | Athena Productions | |
| 1985 | Lilac, Bulaklak sa Magdamag | Perting | Regal Films |
| Miguelito | Roy | ||
| Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso? | Jeffrey | Viva Films | |
| 1986 | The Graduates | Regal Films | |
| 1987 | Forward March | Wally | |
| Feliciano Luces: Alyas Kumander Toothpick, Mindanao | Vista Films | ||
| Stolen Moments | Fiedo | Regal Films | |
| Pasan Ko ang Daigdig | Viva Films | ||
| Anak ni Zuma | Cine Suerte | ||
| 1989 | Valentina | Lea Productions | |
| Delima Gang | Pedring Delima | Bonanza Films | |
| 1990 | Oras-Oras, Araw-Araw | Viva Films | |
| Kahit Konting Pagtingin | Robert | ||
| Kolehiyala | Ronald | ||
| Mga Birhen ng Ermita | Golden Lions Film Productions | ||
| Bakit Ikaw Pa Rin? | Viva Films | ||
| Tayo na sa Dilim | Cine Suerte | ||
| Hukom .45 | Kelly Ellis Films International | ||
| 1992 | Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) | Seiko Films | |
| Sana Kahit Minsan | |||
| Canary Brothers of Tondo | Romeo | ||
| 1993 | Doring Dorobo | Rene Damian | |
| 1995 | Pamilya Valderama | Clemen | |
| Karanasan: The Claudia Zobel Story | Venus Films | ||
| Kakaiban Karisma | Rico | CVH Productions | |
| 1996 | Habang May Buhay | Viva Films | |
| To Saudi with Love | Ruel | Premiere Productions | |
| Trudis Lilit | Merdeka Films | ||
| Virgin Island | Classic Films | ||
| Unang Tibok | Leo Films | ||
| 1997 | Sambahin ang Puri Ko | Kara Films | |
| Pilya | Taurus Films | ||
| Anak ng Yakuza | Leo Films | ||
| Babasaging Kristal | Astar Films | ||
| Siya'y Nagdadalaga | Berto | Amaritz Films | |
| May Gatas Pa sa Labi | Kara Films | ||
| 1998 | Karinyosa | Dino | Solar Films |
| Pisil | Seiko Films | ||
| 1999 | Kalaro | Leonardo Avellana | Solar Films |
| 2000 | Birthday Gift 2 | El Niño Films | |
| Tumbador | Ponso | ||
| 2001 | Blondie 2 | Gerard | |
| Panabla | Alex Almendras | ||
| Uubusin Ko Ang Bala sa Katawan Mo | Roman Sagrado | ||
| 2003 | Boldstar | Sidro | Wild World Entertainment |
| www.XXX.com | Maverick Films | ||
| 2004 | Bcuz of U | Cara's Dad | Star Cinema |
| Kirot sa Dibdib | Jalan Films | ||
| 2013 | Bad Romance | Mr. Eduardo Villapando | |
| 2014 | The Replacement Bride | ||
| 2015 | Felix Manalo | Victor Danao | |
| Maria Labo | |||
| 2017 | This Time I'll Be Sweeter | Abner | |
| 2018 | Dito Lang Ako | Ama ni Nelia | |
| To Love Some Buddy | Mr. Buan | Black Sheep | |
| 2020 | I, Will: The Doc Willie Ong Story | Psychiatrist | ALW Films Productions Ricketts Productions |
| 2022 | PaThirsty | Roger | Viva Films The IdeaFirst Company |
| 2023 | Nagalit ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak | Jose C. Cartaño | White Eagle Films Production |
| TBA | Heneral Bantag: Anak ng Cordillera | Mecca Films[8] |
Television
References
- ↑ Francisco, Butch. "This is Showbiz #50: Did you know that Rey "PJ" Abellana had more romantic chapters than most other leading men?".
- ↑ Erece, Dinno (February 3, 2009). "FIRST READ ON PEP: Newcomer Carla Abellana to portray Pinay Rosalinda". PEP.ph. Philippines: Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc. Archived from the original on February 18, 2009. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ↑ Hallig, Lester Gopela (July 28, 2009). "A Quick Trip to the 80s". The Philippine Star. Philippines: PhilStar Daily, Inc. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ↑ Vera Cruz, Greggy (January 28, 2010). "Carla Abellana: TV's Newest Sweetheart 80s". The Philippine Star. Philippines: PhilStar Daily, Inc. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ↑ Almo, Nherz (February 5, 2021). "Rey "PJ" Abellana opens up on his failed marriages, "Huwag na huwag n'yo akong tularan"". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved July 4, 2021.
- ↑ Bonifacio, Julie (January 13, 2014). "Rey 'PJ' Abellana discourages daughter Carla from getting married yet". GMA News. Philippines: GMA Network. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ↑ San Diego Jr., Bayani (March 21, 2012). "Carla still a Kapuso". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Pilipinas: Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ↑ De Guzman, Perry (May 21, 2023). "Heneral Bantag (Anak ng Cordillera)". Facebook. Facebook, Inc.
Written & Directed by Perry De Guzman
External links
- Rey Abellana at IMDb