Zanjoe Marudo
Born
Zanjoe Acuesta Marudo

(1982-07-23) July 23, 1982
Tanauan, Batangas, Philippines
Occupation(s)Actor, model
Years active2006–present
Agent(s)Star Magic (2006–present)
Regal Entertainment (2009–2018)
PPL Entertainment (2018–present)
Height1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Partner(s)Bea Alonzo (2010–2016)
Ria Atayde (2022–present)

Zanjoe Acuesta Marudo (Tagalog: [ˈsɐndʒɔ mɐrʊˈdɔ]; born July 23, 1982) is a Filipino actor and model. He began his career after finishing as the 4th Big Placer of Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 1[1] (2006). Since then he has starred in the TV series' Lovers in Paris[2] (2009), Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Kristine[3] (2010), Annaliza[4] (2013), Dream Dad[5] (2014), Tubig at Langis[6] (2016) and My Dear Heart[7] (2017).

Aside from his roles in television he is also known for his roles in films such as You Got Me![8] (2007), Kimmy Dora: Kambal sa Kiyeme[9] (2009), Kimmy Dora and the Temple of Kiyeme[10] (2012), One More Try[11] (2012), Bromance: My Brother's Romance[12] (2013), Maria Leonora Teresa[13] (2014) and The Third Party[14] (2016).

Marudo is a contract artist of ABS-CBN's Star Magic.[15]

Early life

Zanjoe Acuesta Marudo was born in Bilogbilog, Tanauan, Batangas. His father, Zósimo Lumbres Marudo hails from Batangas while his mother, Rosanna Acuesta, is a native of Calauag, Quezon. He is the third of their five children.

From elementary school until high school, he played in the basketball varsity team under the influence of his brother Zandro. He was with the San Sebastian College Staglets, playing in the NCAA.

Career

He joined a modeling contest, Body Shots, and won the first runner-up title. He joined Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition, coming in fourth place with actors John Prats, Bianca Gonzalez and Keana Reeves. He then signed his acting contract with ABS-CBN.

Marudo became a model after high school. He appeared in the Bench Fever fashion show. In Philippine Cosmopolitan Magazine (September 2006 issue), Marudo is one of the 10 centerfold men in the "Cosmopolitan 69 Bachelors and 10 Centerfolds" supplement.

Marudo was with the ABS-CBN comedy series Aalog-Alog (Jiggling) with Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition housemates John Prats, Keanna Reeves, and Pinoy Big Brother runner-up Jason Gainza and in the fantasy series Super Inggo as Super Islaw. He was seen in Florinda with Maricel Soriano.[16]

In January 2011 (after the Christmas and New Year holidays), Marudo announced his departure from Bench following his decision not to renew his contract due to busy commitments.

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRoleStudio
2007You Got Me!CaloyStar Cinema
2008AltarAntonCinema One Originals
2009Kimmy Dora: Kambal sa KiyemeBarrySpring Films
MJM Productions
2010CincoElvisStar Cinema
Sa 'yo LamangJohn
2011Wedding Tayo, Wedding HindiOca BaytionStar Cinema
OctoArts Films
Shake, Rattle & Roll 13AllanRegal Films
2012Kimmy Dora and the Temple of KiyemeBarrySpring Films
Star Cinema
24/7 in LoveButch VinzonStar Cinema
One More TryTristan
2013Death MarchAlexForward Group
Phoenix Features
Bromance: My Brother's RomanceBrando / BrandySkylight Films
Kimmy Dora: Ang Kiyemeng PrequelBarryMJM Productions
Quantum Films
2014My Illegal WifeHenrySkylight Films
Maria Leonora TeresaJulio B. SacdalanStar Cinema
2016The Third PartyChristian Pilar
2017Can't Help Falling In LoveMayor Luis Villarin
FallbackAlvinCineko Productions
2018Kusina KingsRonnieStar Cinema
To Love Some BuddyJuliusBlack Sheep Productions
2020MalayaIagoDreamscape Entertainment, Sisu
Isa Pang BahaghariAndrew "Andy" SanchezHeaven's Best Entertainment
Solar Pictures
2023Keys to the HeartJomaNetflix

Television

YearTitleRoleNetwork
2006Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity EditionHimself/4th Celebrity Big PlacerABS-CBN\
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Love LettersJulio
Aalog-AlogBanjoe Rosales
Love Spell Presents: Wanted Mr. PerfectFranco
Super InggoSuper Islaw
Komiks: Fun Haus
Komiks: Alpha Omega GirlArmand/Arm
Star Magic Presents: The Sweetest VictoryRobert
Star Magic Presents: Sabihin Mo LangMax
Your Song: Nasaan Ka?Alas
Your Song: Kasi NamanPaolo
Maalaala Mo Kaya: BisekletaDanilo
2006–presentASAPHimself
2007Maalaala Mo Kaya: JacketMark
Maalaala Mo Kaya: BarkoMio
Love Spell Presents: Barbi-CuteLuke
KokeyAbie
Super Inggo 1.5: Ang Bagong BangisSuper Islaw
2008Maalaala Mo Kaya: BusLouie
I Am KC Presents: Time's UpFrancis/Kato
Dyosa[16]Mars
Komiks Presents: Mars Ravelo's Varga[17]James
2009ParekoyMario
Banana SplitHimself
The WeddingMarlon Mañalac
Sineserye Presents: FlorindaArchie
Lovers in ParisMartin Barrameda
2010Maalaala Mo Kaya: BagEric
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Love Is Only in the MoviesXander
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: KristineJaime Reyes / Bernard De Silva–Fortalejo
2011Maalaala Mo Kaya: KuligligManny
Your Song: KimAldo
Maalaala Mo Kaya: KwintasZandro
2011–2015Banana SplitHimself
2012It's ShowtimeHimself/Guest judge
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Cross-stitchEgay
Precious Hearts Romances Presents: HiyasSilang
Maalaala Mo Kaya: ReloSherwin
2013–2014AnnalizaGideon "Guido" Querubin
2014–2015Dream DadSebastian "Baste" Javier
2016Tubig at LangisRenato "Natoy" Villadolid
Maalaala Mo Kaya: KwebaJuan
Maalaala Mo Kaya: AninoVictor
2017My Dear HeartJude De Jesus
2018Maalaala Mo Kaya: TangkeRommel Sandoval
2018–2019PlayhouseMarlon Ilaban
2019Maalaala Mo Kaya: BalsaRyan Homan
2020My Single LadyBGiWant
2020–2021Walang Hanggang PaalamAntonio "Anton" Hernandez†Kapamilya Channel / A2Z / TV5
2022 The Broken Marriage VowDavid Ilustre
2023 Dirty Linen Aidan Roque-Fiero

Awards and nominations

Year Award-Giving Body Category Work/Award Result
2008 24th PMPC Star Awards for Movies New Movie Actor of the Year You Got Me! Nominated
5th Golden Screen Awards Breakthrough Actor of the Year Altar Nominated
2011 9th Gawad Tanglaw for Television Best Single Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kuliglig Won
2012 38th Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actor One More Try Nominated
38th Metro Manila Film Festival Male Celebrity of the Night[18] Won
2013 61st FAMAS Awards Best Supporting Actor Nominated
29th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Supporting Actor of the Year Nominated
31st Film Academy of the Philippines Luna Awards Best Supporting Actor Nominated
2017 19th Gawad PASADO Awards PinakaPASADOng Katuwang na Aktor The Third Party Won
33rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Actor of the Year Nominated
45th International Emmy Awards[19] Best Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya: Anino Nominated
2020 44th Gawad Urian Best Actor (Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktor) Malaya Nominated
46th Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actor Isa Pang Bahaghari Nominated

References

  1. "Zanjoe admits being closer now to Mariel than Bianca". GMA News and Public Affairs. February 24, 2007. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  2. "Zanjoe joins cast of 'Lovers in Paris'". ABS-CBN News. March 13, 2009. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  3. "Zanjoe Marudo splits from 'Banana Split' to concentrate on 'Kristine'". Philippine Entertainment Portal. July 20, 2010. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  4. "Zanjoe Marudo on 'Annaliza' co-star Andrea Brillantes: "Masuwerte ako na ganito yung batang nakatrabaho ko."". Philippine Entertainment Portal. December 16, 2013. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  5. "What Zanjoe will miss in 'Dream Dad'". ABS-CBN News. April 17, 2015. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  6. "Zanjoe reunites with Cristine Reyes in new series". ABS-CBN News. July 29, 2015. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  7. "Zanjoe Marudo, Bela Padilla to star in new series". ABS-CBN News. November 18, 2016. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  8. "Toni Gonzaga identifies with her character in "You Got Me"". Philippine Entertainment Portal. February 2, 2007. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  9. "Kimmy Dora: Kambal sa Kiyeme will premiere on September 2". Philippine Entertainment Portal. July 13, 2009. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  10. "Zanjoe has high hopes for 'Kimmy Dora' sequel". ABS-CBN News. June 1, 2012. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  11. "Dingdong, Angel find true love in 'One More Try' trailer". ABS-CBN News. December 1, 2012. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  12. "Zanjoe Marudo will have butt exposure in upcoming film Bromance: My Brother's Romance". Philippine Entertainment Portal. May 2, 2013. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  13. "Jodi, Iza, Zanjoe team up in 'Maria Leonora Teresa'". ABS-CBN News. August 28, 2014. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  14. "Why Angel, Zanjoe, Sam are excited about 'The Third Party'". ABS-CBN News. September 20, 2016. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  15. "#RoadToStarMagicBall2017: Zanjoe Marudo's Star Magic Ball Looks Through The Years". ABS-CBN Corporation. September 15, 2017. Retrieved November 9, 2017.
  16. 1 2 Buan-Deveza, Reyma (June 6, 2008). "Zanjoe defends Bianca; dismisses abortion issue". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Interactive. Retrieved June 21, 2008.
  17. "Zanjoe is Bianca's man in 'Varga'". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Interactive. June 19, 2008. Archived from the original on March 25, 2020. Retrieved June 21, 2008.
  18. "Metro Manila Film Festival:2012". IMDB. Retrieved April 9, 2014.
  19. "Zanjoe Marudo nominated for International Emmy". Yahoo! Singapore. October 2, 2017.
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