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'''Marietta |
'''Marietta Subong''' (born August 27, 1970<ref name=turns40/>) , better known by her stage name '''Pokwang''',<ref>[http://starmagic.abs-cbn.com/artist-pokwang.html Pokwang Star Magic Profile<!-- Bot generated title -->] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090530211222/http://starmagic.abs-cbn.com/artist-pokwang.html |date=2009-05-30 }}</ref> is a Filipino comedian, actress, television host and singer.<ref name="abs-2009-01-22">{{cite news|url=http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/01/22/09/pokwang-unleashes-singer-her-promotes-debut-album|title=Pokwang unleashes the singer in her|last=Buan-Devesa|first=Reyma|date=22 January 2009|work=ABS-CBN News|access-date=31 May 2009}}</ref> |
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She started in a reality show on [[ABS-CBN]] and subsequently appeared in dramas and sitcoms of the network. She also received the Best Comedy Actress award from the Philippine Movie Press Club for her portrayal in the sitcom ''[[Aalog-Alog]]'' and the Best Female Comedian award from [[People's Choice Awards]]. She became a host of the variety shows ''[[Wowowee]]'', ''[[Pilipinas Win na Win]]'' and ''[[Happy Yipee Yehey]]''.<ref>{{cite news |title=Poohkwang concert, tons of surprises at the Music Museum |url=http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storyPage.aspx?storyId=120449 |work=ABS-CBN News|publisher=[[ABS-CBN Interactive]] |date=3 June 2008 |access-date=21 June 2008}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}</ref> |
She started in a reality show on [[ABS-CBN]] and subsequently appeared in dramas and sitcoms of the network. She also received the Best Comedy Actress award from the Philippine Movie Press Club for her portrayal in the sitcom ''[[Aalog-Alog]]'' and the Best Female Comedian award from [[People's Choice Awards]]. She became a host of the variety shows ''[[Wowowee]]'', ''[[Pilipinas Win na Win]]'' and ''[[Happy Yipee Yehey]]''.<ref>{{cite news |title=Poohkwang concert, tons of surprises at the Music Museum |url=http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/storyPage.aspx?storyId=120449 |work=ABS-CBN News|publisher=[[ABS-CBN Interactive]] |date=3 June 2008 |access-date=21 June 2008}} {{Dead link|date=October 2010|bot=H3llBot}}</ref> |
Revision as of 09:02, 17 March 2021
Pokwang | |
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Born | Marietta Subong August 27, 1970 |
Occupations |
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Years active | 1998–present |
Agent(s) | Star Magic (2004–2020) APT Entertainment (2020–present) Associated Broadcasting Company/TV5 Network (1998–2004, 2020–present) |
Partner | Lee O'Brian (2015–present) |
Children | 2 |
Marietta Subong (born August 27, 1970[1]) , better known by her stage name Pokwang,[2] is a Filipino comedian, actress, television host and singer.[3]
She started in a reality show on ABS-CBN and subsequently appeared in dramas and sitcoms of the network. She also received the Best Comedy Actress award from the Philippine Movie Press Club for her portrayal in the sitcom Aalog-Alog and the Best Female Comedian award from People's Choice Awards. She became a host of the variety shows Wowowee, Pilipinas Win na Win and Happy Yipee Yehey.[4]
Early life
Pokwang was born Marietta Subong on August 27, 1970[1] in Iloilo City.[5] Her family hails from Antipolo, Rizal. Her father was a drunkard and her mother had difficulties in raising Pokwang and her 11 other siblings.[6] Pokwang was the seventh born among her siblings.[7]
Career
As a migrant worker
In 1990, Pokwang went to Japan as an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) and worked as a group dancer, going home to the Philippines four times within the two years time she worked in Japan. Her contracts in Japan were for six-months each. She saved money to renovate her family's fragile house to one made with sturdier materials. Pokwang also learned how to speak Japanese due to her work. She stopped working in Japan after she got pregnant which was also the time when Japan started to impose stricter regulations after following an issue with OFWs in Japan.[7]
Pokwang went to Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates to work as a domestic worker[6] in 1998 after the gulf country started to accept OFWs. She worked in the country for six months. She wanted to go home immediately after she learned that her son who was then five years old was diagnosed with a brain tumor but her employer did not allow her and Pokwang was forced to finish her contract. Her son died while she was still in Abu Dhabi.[7]
Return to the Philippines
Following the loss of her son, Pokwang decided to stay in the Philippines and tend to her daughter.[7] Pokwang made her first appearance as a backup dancer in Eezy Dancing of ABC 5.[8]
While performing as a guest in a comedy bar in Cubao, she met Eric Nicolas who was looking for a talent to work with ABS-CBN.[5] She worked in a comedy bar named Funline[9] and in 2002 moved to the Music Box.[7] In 2004, Pokwang joined "Clown in a Million" a reality talent show segment of Yes Yes Show of ABS-CBN after she was convinced by Nicolas to participate and became the grand champion.[5] After winning the contest she secured an exclusive artist contract with ABS-CBN.[6][8]
Pokwang appeared in various dramas and sitcoms following her win at the reality talent show segment.[5] She also had concerts both outside and within the Philippines and also had appeared in noon-time shows. She starred with other actors and actresses in various projects such as Dolphy which she considers her idol, Ai-Ai de las Alas, Willie Rivellame, Piolo Pascual, Sam Milby, Claudine Barretto, Judy Ann Santos, Sharon Cuneta, and Kris Aquino.[6]
She won the Best Comedy Actress award by the Philippine Movie Press Club for her portrayal in Aalog-Alog and the she garnered the Best Female Comedian award of the People's Choice Award. As a film actress she won the Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award twice.[5]
Pokwang appeared in various films portraying supporting characters. Her first film where she portrayed a lead role was the 2011 film A Mother's Story, where she took up a role of an overseas Filipino worker named Medy.[8]
In 2020, following the denial of ABS-CBN's fresh new franchise, she signed with APT Entertainment and hosted two blocktime shows produced by APT, Chika, Besh! and Fill in the Bank. being aired on TV5.
Comedic style
Pokwang prefers to use herself as a subject of her jokes rather than other people. She also does not do "green jokes" (Filipino parlance for sexual innuendos), which are deemed unsuitable for young audiences as she enjoys being a comedian also watched by children.[6]
Pokwang has also impersonated other people as part of her job as a comedian. Among the people she has impersonated were Dionisia Pacquiao such as for an episode in Banana Split[10] and Anabelle Rama.[8]
Personal life
In 1993, Subong married a Japanese national who she had met while she was working abroad in Japan. The union produced a son, who later died due to a congential brain ailment. The couple had become estranged for over a decade. In 2009, after 16 years, Subong’s estranged husband contacted her in an effort to reconcile after he found out he had cancer. He also requested to view the grave of his son, to which Subong replied “He has forgiven you, he’s an angel now.”.[11]
In 1996, she entered into another relationship again with a Japanese national. Though they did not marry, the union produced daughter Ria Mae. Subong has since not spoken to her daughter's father, but harbors no ill will toward him, stating she is open to her daughter one days meeting with him. He found out about Subong's celebrity status via mutual friend and through international media channels.[12] In May 2014, Subong reestablished contact with Rie Mae's father in an effort to have him appear at Ria Mae's debutante ball for her 18th birthday. Subong later revealed that she was aware of her former partner's marriage to a Korean national and that he had started a family with her.[13]
Subong had a British suitor but in June 2013 it was reported that he decided not to pursue. Subong speculated that the reason for this was that she was "playing hard to get", but insists that she remains friends with the Briton.[14]
On 20 January 2015, Subong entered into a relationship with American actor Lee O'Brian, whom she worked with in the film Edsa Woolworth which was released in theaters in that same month.[15] Subong became pregnant, but miscarried after three weeks.[16] By September 2016, Subong had been introduced to O'Brian's relatives and the two began talking about marriage. Nuptial planning was delayed as Subong's priority at the time was her project Till I Met You.[17] On June 16, 2017, Subong announced on Twitter that she was seven weeks pregnant with O'Brian's child.[18][19]
On 18 January 2018, Pokwang gave birth to her third child (first with Lee) in Antipolo city, naming her Malia Francine O'Brian.
Filmography
Television
Year | Title | Role | Network |
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2021 | Wanted: Ang Serye | Mary | TV5 |
2020 | Fill in the Bank | Madam Poky/Host/Chismosang Falakang Officer | |
Chika, Besh! | Herself/Host | ||
Eat Bulaga! | Herself/Guest Contestant | GMA Network | |
Make It with You | Jessica | ABS-CBN | |
2018 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Orasan | Fe | |
Ipaglaban Mo: Teritoryo | Celia | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Eskoba | Azon | ||
2017 | FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Amor Nieves | |
I Can Do That | Contestant | ||
2016 | Till I Met You | Agnes De Guia-Nicolas | |
We Will Survive | Wilmalyn "Wilma" Bonanza-San Juan | ||
2015-2016 | Celebrity Playtime | Player on TeamBuilding | |
2015–2017; 2018–2020 | Banana Sundae | Herself/Various Characters | |
2015 | Wansapanataym: Raprap's Wrapper | Sioneng | |
Nathaniel | Elizabeth "Beth" Salvacion-Bartolome | ||
2014 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Alak | Lui | |
Ipaglaban Mo: Umasa Ako Sa Hula | Lovinia Ignacio | ||
Mirabella | Mimosa "Osang" Balete | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Arroz Caldo | Mely | ||
2013 | Wansapanataym: Give Glove On Christmas Day | Queenie Batumbakal | |
My Little Juan | Sarah de Guzman | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Gown | Linda | ||
2012-2013 | Aryana | Ofelia Capuyao-Mendez | |
2011-2016 | Kris TV | Recurring co-host | |
2011–2013 | Toda Max | Beverly "Lady G" Gil | |
2011 | 100 Days to Heaven | Digna Amparo | |
2011–2012 | Happy Yipee Yehey! | Host | |
2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Birth Certificate | Carol Araos | |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Singsing | Tita B. Canoy | ||
2010 | Your Song Presents: Kim | Belma Jolie | |
Pilipinas Win Na Win | Host | ||
Your Song Presents: Love Me, Love You | Lovely | ||
Melason In Love | Herself | ||
2009–2011 | Banana Split | Herself/Various Characters | |
2008 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Laruan | Rita | |
2007–2020 | ASAP | Herself/Performer | |
2007–2010 | Wowowee | Host | |
2007 | Ysabella | Phuket | |
Your Song: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do | Anna | ||
Love Spell: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes ko Day | Lisa | ||
2006 | Crazy For You | Bessie | |
Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko | Principal Nendita | ||
Aalog-Alog | Etang Sukimura | ||
2005 | Pinoy Big Brother Buzz | Host | |
M.R.S. (Most Requested Show) | Host | ||
2004–2005 | Krystala | Fantasia | |
2004 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Teddy Bear | Herself (as Marietta "Pokwang" Subong) | |
Maid In Heaven | Harlene | ||
Yes, Yes Show | Herself | ||
1998 | Eezy Dancing | Herself | ABC (now known as 5) |
Films
Discography
Albums
Title | Album information |
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Pokwang... Ang Album Na May Puso[3] |
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Singles
- Compilation album
Release date | Album Title | Record Company | Song Title | Certification | Ref |
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November 12, 2011 | Happy Yipee Yehey! Nananana! | Star Records | "No Boypren, No Problem" |
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Awards and nominations
Awards and Nomination | ||||
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Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Results |
2007 | 21st PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress[22] | Aalog-Alog | Won |
2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Female TV Host[5] | Wowowee | Nominated |
Best Comedy Actress[5] | That's My Doc | Nominated | ||
2010 | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award[23] | — | Won |
23rd Awit Awards | Best Novelty Recording | Bratatat | Nominated | |
2011 | 25th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress | Banana Split | Nominated |
2012 | 26th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress | Toda Max | Won |
60th FAMAS Awards | Best Actress[5] | A Mother's Story | Nominated | |
25th Awit Awards | Best Novelty Recording | No Boypren, No Problem | Nominated | |
2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress | Toda Max | Nominated |
2014 | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award[24] | — | Won |
2015 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Program[5] | Mirabella | Nominated |
References
- ^ a b "Pokwang turns 40". ABS-CBN News. 27 August 2010. Retrieved 20 December 2015.
- ^ Pokwang Star Magic Profile Archived 2009-05-30 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ a b Buan-Devesa, Reyma (22 January 2009). "Pokwang unleashes the singer in her". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 31 May 2009.
- ^ "Poohkwang concert, tons of surprises at the Music Museum". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Interactive. 3 June 2008. Retrieved 21 June 2008. [dead link]
- ^ a b c d e f g h i Lu, Monet (3 September 2016). "Behind Pokwang's fun and endearing personality". Asian Journal. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ a b c d e Pablo, Rhia De (15 March 2008). "Comedienne Pokwang on living, laughing, and loving". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ a b c d e Manimtim-Floresca, Ruth (7 February 2013). "Pokwang Laughs Her Way to the Bank". Money Sense. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ a b c d "Pokwang to make audience laugh in wild abandon at Piolo show". Filipino Star News - Michigan Edition. Filipino Star News. 26 February 2015. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ Tariman, Pablo (9 June 2014). "Pokwang: Life is not a comedy". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ Apoyon, Satur (21 July 2009). "After ABC TV5 guesting, Pacman's mother has been making waves these days". Balita (in English and Filipino). Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ "Pokwang's ex-husband has cancer". ABS-CBN News (in English and Filipino). 14 December 2014. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ Cruz, Marinel R. "Pokwang wants her kid to meet Japanese dad". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 12 August 2018.
- ^ Pumaloy, Rey (24 May 2014). "Japanese dad: "Iba pa rin na malaman mo kung saan ka nagmula para buo ka."" [Japanese dad: "It's still different to know where you came from for you to become whole"]. Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Filipino). Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ "Pokwang's British suitor gives up". Balita Filipino New. 18 June 2013. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ Smith, Chuck (9 February 2015). "Pokwang confirms relationship with American actor Lee O'Brien". The Philippine Star (in English and Filipino). Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ Smith, Chuck (20 August 2015). "Pokwang 'back in the process of having kids' after miscarriage, says bf". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ "Pokwang at Lee, sa kasalan na ang tuloy" [Pokwang and Lee, are heading to a marriage"]. Balita.net (in Filipino). 5 September 2016. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ Serato, Arniel (June 16, 2017). "PEP EXCLUSIVE. Pokwang confirms she's seven weeks pregnant". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
- ^ "Pokwang confirms she's pregnant with child with American boyfriend". GMA News. GMA News and Public Affairs. June 16, 2017. Retrieved June 16, 2017.
- ^ http://www.pep.ph/guide/7210/Marian-Rivera-studies-mixed-martial-arts-for-the-action-sequences-of- Archived 2016-01-20 at the Wayback Machine Super-Inday
- ^ "'Happy Yipee Yehey!' Launches Its first Album". November 12, 2011.
- ^ "Tiya Pusit, Pokwang share best-actress trophy". GMA News (in Tagalog and English). 22 November 2007. Retrieved 8 October 2016.
- ^ "ABS-CBN big winner at GMMSF Entertainment Awards". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 2014-05-21.
- ^ "Complete List of Winners: 45th Guillermo Mendoza Box-Office Entertainment Awards 2014". The Summit Express. Retrieved 2014-05-019.
External links
- Living people
- Filipino film actresses
- Filipino television actresses
- Filipino television personalities
- Filipino women comedians
- Filipino comedians
- People from Iloilo City
- Actresses from Iloilo
- People from Antipolo
- Star Magic
- 1970 births
- Filipino expatriates in Japan
- Filipino expatriates in the United Arab Emirates
- Visayan people