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Revision as of 07:36, 11 October 2023

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Strauss and the surname or paternal family name is de Leon.
Christopher de Leon
Christopher de Leon wearing a black suit jacket and a print shirt, with tinted glasses, grinning and looking left of camera
De Leon in 2023
Member of the Batangas Provincial Board from the 2nd district
In office
June 30, 2010 – June 30, 2013
Personal details
Born
Christopher Strauss de León

(1956-10-31) October 31, 1956 (age 67)
Manila, Philippines
Political partyLiberal (2009–present)
Other political
affiliations		PMP (until 2009)
Spouse(s)
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(m. 1975; ann. 1996)​

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(m. 2001)​
RelationsJanine Gutierrez (adoptive granddaughter
Children10 (incl. Lotlot, Matet and Gabriel)
Parent(s)Gil de León (father)
Lilia Dizon (mother)
OccupationActor, politician
Other namesBoyet, Chris
Alma materUniversity of the East
Years active1974–present

Christopher Strauss de León[1][2] (born October 31, 1956) is a Filipino actor and politician. Sometimes called the "King of Philippine Drama",[3][4] he has appeared in over 120 films since the early 1970s.

De Leon made his debut in the entertainment industry as one of the main characters in the all-male comic spoof Goin' Bananas, in the 1980s. He later switched from comedy to drama, thanks to his appearances on Star Drama Presents.[5] He is regarded as one of the Filipino actors with the most extensive filmographies.[6] De Leon has won seven FAMAS Awards, including five Best Actor wins.[7] He has received two Gawad Urian Awards, four FAP Awards, and an MMFF Hall of Fame plaque.[8] He received the Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award at the 27th PMPC Star Awards.[9]

On June 30, 2010, he was sworn into office as a board member of the second district of Batangas.

Early life and education

De Leon is the son of Gil de León and Lilia Dizon. He is of German Jewish descent from his maternal grandfather.[10] On May 11, 1999, he was given a US certificate of citizenship, passed to him through his maternal grandfather and his mother.[11] He studied fine arts at the University of the East in Manila.[citation needed]

Acting career

In the 1980s to 1990s, de Leon was part of the cast of the all-male show Goin' Bananas, with veteran actors Jay Ilagan, Johnny Delgado, and Edgar Mortiz.

In 2000, he hosted the first Philippine version of the quiz show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (also known as WW2BAM) on IBC, until 2002.

In 2003–2004, he became part of the GMA-7 television series Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw as well as its successor, Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw Pa Rin, with fellow actors Alice Dixson and Lani Mercado.

In 2005, he became part of the television franchise of Mars Ravelo's Darna, as Dr. Zombie.

In 2006, de Leon joined the soap opera Maging Sino Ka Man, with John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo, among others. The series continued six months later with Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik, ending on March 28, 2008.

In 2007, he appeared in the pilot episode of the series Pangarap na Bituin.

In 2008, de Leon was part of the ABS-CBN series Kahit Isang Saglit, with Jericho Rosales, Carmen Soo, Cristine Reyes, Isabel Rivas, and Albert Martinez.

In 2009, he returned to GMA Network for Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition and its Christmas special, Sana Ngayong Pasko. He was also part of Lovers in Paris.

In 2010, he was among the cast of the fantasy television series Panday Kids and Ilumina.

In 2011, de Leon was cast on the afternoon shows Bantatay and Captain Barbell. He was also a guest on the long-running series 100 Days to Heaven.

In the fourth quarter of 2011, he was part of the TV5 political drama miniseries Sa Ngalan ng Ina, together with his estranged wife, Nora Aunor.

In 2012, he was part of ABS-CBN's Dahil sa Pag-ibig, with Jericho Rosales and Piolo Pascual.

In 2013, de Leon participated in Muling Buksan Ang Puso as Anton "El Patron" Silvestre, playing the father of Leonel Beltran, portrayed by Enchong Dee.

In 2014, he starred in The Legal Wife with Angel Locsin and Jericho Rosales, and later played as the older version of Jake Cuenca's character in the second season of Ikaw Lamang.

In 2015, he starred in Beautiful Strangers as Ronaldo Castillo, the main antagonist.

In 2023, de Leon starred in Batang Quiapo, in the role of Ramon Montenegro, one of the main antagonists.

Theater

In 2013, De Leon produced the play LORENZO, a musical on the life of Lorenzo Ruiz, with music by Ryan Cayabyab, book and lyrics by Juan Ekis and Paul Dumol, with the collaboration of Joem Antonio, and direction by Nonon Padilla. Lorenz Martinez plays Ruiz, the first Filipino saint. LORENZO's maiden run was held in September 2013 at DLS-CSB's SDA Theater.[12]

Political career

2007 elections

In 2007, de Leon decided to run as Vice Governor of Batangas. He was supposed to be the running mate of incumbent Vice Governor Ricky Recto but was instead running mate to former Batangas police director Nestor Sanares. He lost to Mark Leviste.

2010 elections

He ran once more in 2010, this time for board member of the Second District of Batangas, which he won. Garnering the highest number of votes among those elected, he became Senior Board Member of Batangas.

2013 elections

De Leon was a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District of the Province of Batangas but lost the race to Rep. Mandanas' Chief of Staff, Raneo Abu.

2013 Philippine House of Representatives election at Batangas' 2nd district
Party Candidate Votes %
Nacionalista Raneo Abu 94,531 39.86
UNA Danilo Berberabe 93,426 39.39
Liberal Christopher De Leon 34,218 14.43
Margin of victory 1,105 0.47%
Invalid or blank votes 15,003 6.33
Total votes 237,178 100.00
Nacionalista gain from Liberal

Personal life

De Leon's first marriage was to actress Nora Aunor. The couple, who eventually separated,[13] produced five children, including Matet and Lotlot.[14] De Leon's second marriage is to actress Sandy Andolong. The couple has five children, including Gabriel.[2]

De Leon is a practicing Roman Catholic.[15]

On March 17, 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, de Leon announced that he had been diagnosed with the virus.[16] He claimed to be asymptomatic and was not in contact with any COVID-19 carriers.[17] He recovered from the disease and was released from the hospital on March 24.[18]

Selected filmography

Film

List of film appearances, with year, title, and role shown
Year Title Director Role
1974 Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang Lino Brocka Junior
1975 Banaue: Stairway to the Sky Gerardo de León Sadek
1976 Ganito Kami Noon... Paano Kayo Ngayon? Eddie Romero Nicolas "Kulas" Ocampo
Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos Mario O'Hara Masugi
1977 Masarap, Masakit ang Umibig
Kung Mangarap Ka't Magising Mike de Leon Joey
1978 Lagi Na Lamang Ba Akong Babae? Ishmael Bernal Desto
Ikaw Ay Akin Ishmael Bernal Rex
1979 Ang Alamat ni Julian Makabayan Celso Ad Castillo Julian Makabayan
1980 Kakabakaba Ka Ba? Mike de Leon Johnny
Taga sa Panahon
Aguila Eddie Romero Mari L. Aguila
1981 Pakawalan Mo Ako Freddie
1982 Relasyon Ishmael Bernal Emil
Cain and Abel Lino Brocka Ellis
Haplos Antonio "Butch" Perez Al
1983 Broken Marriage Ishmael Bernal Rene
1985 Bituing Walang Ningning Emmanuel H. Borlaza Nico Escobar
Hindi Nahahati ang Langit Mike de Leon Noel
God Save Me Carlo J. Caparas Homer
1987 Maging Akin Ka Lamang Lino Brocka Andy Abrigo
1988 Kapag Napagod ang Puso Maryo J. de los Reyes Adrian
Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? Laurice Guillen Paolo
1989 3 Mukha ng Pag-ibig Lino Brocka
Emmanuel H. Borlaza
Leroy Salvador		 Olan
Imortal Eddie Garcia Josef Alfonso / Nicholas Alfonso-Lopez / Basil Alonso-Lopez
1990 Biktima Lino Brocka Jing Aureus
My Other Woman Maryo J. de los Reyes Benjo Santiago
Gumapang Ka sa Lusak Lino Brocka Levi
1991 Ipagpatawad Mo Laurice Guillen Mike
1992 Hiram na Mukha Joel Lamangan Dr. Hugo Roldan
1993 Gaano Kita Kamahal Butch Perez Rolly Suclad
1995 Eskapo Chito S. Roño Eugenio López, Jr.
1996 Sa Aking Mga Kamay Rory B. Quintos Joven dela Rosa
Kristo Ben Yalung Dismas
1997 Madrasta Olivia Lamasan Edward
Nasaan ang Puso Chito S. Roño Dave
1998 Ama Namin Ben Yalung Fr. Rico / Ka Marco
1999 Wansapanataym: The Movie Johnny Manahan Gary Asuring
Bulaklak ng Maynila Joel Lamangan Timo
2001 American Adobo Laurice Guillen Mike
2002 Dekada '70 Chito S. Roño Julian Bartolome
Mahal Kita, Final Answer Ike Jarlego Jr. Himself (uncredited, host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?)
2003 Mano Po 2: My Home Antonio "Tony" Chan
2004 Mano Po III: My Love Michael Lim
2006 Blue Moon Rod Pineda
2007 Faces of Love Don Arcadio
2008 When Love Begins Jose Javier Reyes Paco Valmonte
Magkaibigan Atoy
2009 Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love Alfonso Uy
2010 Sa 'yo Lamang Laurice Guillen Franco Alvero
2011 Catch Me, I'm in Love President Enrique Rodriguez
2012 The Reunion Chino
El Presidente Mark Meily Gen. Antonio Luna
2014 Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak Eriberto 'Jon' H. Villarin Jr. Ka Romeo
2016 Dukot Johnny
The Escort
2017 Kamandag ng Droga Carlo J. Caparas
Smaller and Smaller Circles Raya Martin Philip Mapa
2018 Kasal Ruel S. Bayani Ernesto Cordero
TBA When I Met You in Tokyo[19] Rommel Penesa[20]
Rado Peru[20]		 Joey

Television

List of television appearances, with year, title, and role shown
Year Title Role Notes Network Ref.
1993–2001 Star Drama Presents ABS-CBN
1986–1991 Goin' Bananas Himself IBC 13

ABS-CBN

1997 5 is 5: The ABC-5 5th Anniversary Special ABC
1998–1999 Hiwalay Kung Hiwalay Daw? Bo Paraiso GMA Network
2000–2002 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Himself / Host IBC 13
2002–2003 Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw Lemuel Verder Lead Cast GMA Network
2003 Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw Pa Rin
StarStruck Himself / Council Member
2004 All Together Now
Hanggang Kailan Dado
2005 Now and Forever: Agos Armando
Mars Ravelo's Darna Dr. Ted / Dr. Zombie Supporting Cast / Antagonist
2006–2007 Maging Sino Ka Man Don Fidel Madrigal ABS-CBN
2007–2008 Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik
2007 Magpakailanman Himself GMA Network
Pangarap na Bituin Carlo Gomez ABS-CBN
2008 Kahit Isang Saglit Anthony Mondragon Lead Cast / Antagonist
2009 May Bukas Pa Marcelito "Lito" Azarcon [21]
Lovers in Paris George Aranaz Main Cast / Antagonist
Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition Himself GMA Network
Sana Ngayong Pasko Gordon Dionisio
2010 SRO Cinemaserye: Meet The Fathers Father Alejandro
Carlo J. Caparas' Panday Kids Guro
Maalaala Mo Kaya Buloy Episode: "Gitara"

Credited as "Christopher de Leon"

ABS-CBN
Ilumina Frederico Salcedo Supporting Cast / Anti-Hero GMA Network
Jillian: Namamasko Po Dante Molina
2011 Bantatay Bartolome Sison
100 Days to Heaven Ronaldo Quinio Guest Cast ABS-CBN
Sa Ngalan ng Ina Jose "Pepe" Ilustre Main Cast / Anti-Hero TV5
2012 Dahil sa Pag-Ibig Leo Valderama ABS-CBN
Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo Manny Raymundo Special Participation / Protagonist
Luna Blanca Luis Buenaluz Supporting Cast / Protagonist GMA Network
Pahiram ng Sandali Phillip Reyes Supporting Cast / Antagonist
2013 Kidlat Vincent Megaton Sr. Special Participation TV5
Misibis Bay Anthony Cadiz Main Cast / Anti-Hero
Muling Buksan ang Puso Anton "El Patron" Silvestre / Anton Cabigas Special Participation / Antagonist ABS-CBN
2014 The Legal Wife Javier Santiago, Sr. Supporting Cast / Anti-Hero
Ikaw Lamang Franco Hidalgo Main Cast / Main Antagonist
2015 Beautiful Strangers Ronaldo Castillo Supporting Role / Main Antagonist GMA Network
2016 Little Nanay August "Tisoy" D. Castañeda Supporting Cast
FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Michael "Mike" Alonzo Guest Cast / Antagonist ABS-CBN
Carlo J. Caparas' Ang Panday Lizardo Main Cast / Antagonist TV5
Alyas Robin Hood Jose De Jesus Sr.† Special Participation / Anti-Hero GMA Network
2016—2017 Ika-6 na Utos Gov. Bernard Salameda-Ferrer† Recurring Cast / Antagonist
2017 Kambal, Karibal Emmanuel De Villa† Supporting Cast / Protagonist
2018 Sana Dalawa ang Puso Juancho Laureano Supporting Cast ABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya Edgardo "Edong" Angara Episode: "Family Portrait"

Credited as "Christopher De Leon"

2019 TODA One I Love Enrique Sixto† Guest Cast / Protagonist GMA Network
2020 Love Thy Woman Adam Wong† Main Cast / Anti-Hero ABS-CBN
2021 I Can See You: The Lookout Robert Penuliar Support Cast / Protagonist GMA Network
Huwag Kang Mangamba Elias Arcilla† Guest Cast / Protagonist Kapamilya Channel
2022 Lolong Governor Armando Banson† Supporting Cast / Antagonist GMA Network
Tadhana Isaiah† Episode: "Babawiin Ko Ang Langit"

Credited as "Christopher de Leon"

2023–present FPJ's Batang Quiapo Ramon Montenegro / Alberto Frias Main Cast / Antagonist Kapamilya Channel
2023 Cattleya Killer Joven dela Rosa Main Cast / Protagonist Amazon Prime Video
Fit Check Main Cast

Music albums

  • Christopher De Leon (1977)
  • Sisikat Na Naman? (1978)
  • In Love with Christopher de Leon (1979)
  • Ikaw Lamang (1981)
  • Umaga Na Naman (1982)
  • Nasaan ang Pangako (1983)
  • Kung Mangarap Ka't Magising (1984)
  • Bituing Walang Ningning (1985)
  • Maligayang Pasko at Masaganang Bagong Taon! (1987)
  • Kung Mahawi Man ang Ulap (1988)
  • Umaga Na Naman: The Best of Christopher de Leon (1989)
  • Ipagpatawad Mo: The Soundtrack (1991)
  • 8:00 AM Na Naman (1992)
  • Boyet sings Christopher Cross (1994)
  • Greatest Hits: Live (1996)
  • 15 Classic Platinum Hits (1998)
  • Original Gold (2000)
  • Premium Gold Collection (2001)
  • The Platinum Collection (2003)
  • Mga Awit Pelikula (2006)

Awards and nominations

Year Movie/TV Show Category Result Organization
1974 Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang Best Actor Won FAMAS Awards
1975 Banaue Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1976 Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon Best Actor Won FAMAS Awards
Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival[22]
1977 Masarap, Masakit ang Umibig Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1978 Lagi na Lamang Ba Akong Babae? Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1979 Ang Alamat ni Julian Makabayan Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1980 Aguila Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
Taga sa Panahon Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1981 Pakawalan Mo Ako Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1982 Haplos Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival[23]
Relasyon Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1983 Broken Marriage Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1985 God Save Me Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1987 Maging Akin Ka Lamang Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1988 Kapag Napagod Ang Puso Best Actor Won FAMAS Awards
1989 Imortal Best Actor Nominated FAMAS Awards
1989 Imortal Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival[24]
1990 My Other Woman Best Actor Won FAMAS Awards
1991 Biktima Best Actor Won 7th PMPC Star Awards for Movies
Gumapang Ka sa Lusak Best Supporting Actor Won
1992 Ipagpatawad Mo Best Actor Won FAMAS Awards
Ipagpatawad Mo Best Actor Won 8th PMPC Star Awards for Movies
1994 Gaano Kita Kamahal Best Actor Won 10th PMPC Star Awards for Movies
1996 Madrasta Best Actor Won Star Awards for Movies
1997 Nasaan ang Puso Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival[25]
1999 Bulaklak ng Maynila Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival[26]
2004 Mano Po III: My Love Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival[27]
2005 Hanggang Kailan Best Drama Actor Nominated 19th PMPC Star Awards for TV
Magpakailanman Best Single Performance by an Actor Nominated
2006 Now and Forever: Agos Best Drama Actor Nominated 20th PMPC Star Awards for TV
Maalaala Mo Kaya Best Single Performance by an Actor Nominated
2008 Magkaibigan Best Actor Won Metro Manila Film Festival
2008 ---- Lino Brocka Lifetime Achievement Award Won Golden Screen Awards[28]
2009 Kahit Isang Saglit Best Drama Actor Nominated 23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV
Magkaibigan Best Actor Won 27th Luna Awards
2009 Magkaibigan Film Actor of the Year Won GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards[29]
2014 Ikaw Lamang Best Drama Supporting Actor Nominated 28th PMPC Star Awards for TV
2017 The Escort Best Supporting Actor Nominated 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies

References

  1. ^ Juan, Stef (May 11, 2006). "Real Life, starring Christopher de Leon". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
  2. ^ a b Reyes, William R. (June 14, 2011). "PEP: Boyet de Leon on showbiz, politics, family, and ex-wife Nora". Philippine Entertainment Portal. GMA News and Public Affairs. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
  3. ^ Buan -Deveza, Reyma. "Boyet de Leon: Still no heir to 'Drama King' throne; praises Echo and Lloydie". ABS-CBN News.
  4. ^ "Christopher de Leon nag-react sa pagbabati nina Nora at Lotlot". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 30, 2022.
  5. ^ "How Christopher de Leon showed his extraordinary acting talent in Kapamilya TV roles | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
  6. ^ "Christopher de Leon on his first big break, the great directors & why his wife says he's the quintessential leading man". ANC Philippines.
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  12. ^ "Lorenzo". lorenzorocks.com. Archived from the original on August 23, 2013. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
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  15. ^ "Pinoy celebrities share excitement for Pope Francis visit". GMA News and Public Affairs. January 14, 2015. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
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  19. ^ Gonzales, Joseph Peter R. (August 14, 2023). "Vilma Santos hopeful for MMFF 2023 spot". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 24, 2023. Shot significantly in Japan, they're in the final post-production stages...
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  24. ^ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 1989". Internet Movie Database.
  25. ^ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 1997". Internet Movie Database.
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  29. ^ "40th Box Office Entertainment Awards given out". Pep.ph. Retrieved May 21, 2014.


Preceded by
Tantowi Yahya (Indonesian version. August 5, 2000 – July 30, 2006)
 Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? hosts (Asian version) Succeeded by
Moin Akhtar (Pakistani version. 2002–2004)
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