Kean Cipriano
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Kean Cipriano | |
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| Birth name | Kean Edward U. Cipriano |
| Born | June 11, 1987 Pasig City |
| Origin | Philippines |
| Genres | Alternative rock Pop rock OPM |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, Guitar , Drums |
| Years active | 2005-present |
| Labels | Sony Music (2006-2010) Universal Records (2011-present) |
Kean Edward Uson Cipriano, (born 11 June 1987) better known as Kean Cipriano is a Filipino singer, composer, actor, and musician. He is well known as the current vocalist of pop-rock band Callalily.
Personal life
Kean Edward Uson Cipriano was born in Pasig City, and has two younger brothers, Keno and Keano. He finished his high school education at Lourdes School of Mandaluyong. He is also a cousin of Mocha Uson who's also a singer and dancer. Cipriano attended the Conservatory of Music at the University of Santo Tomas and read Business Administration at Entrepreneurs School of Asia (ESA).
Career
In 2010, Kean began his acting career via the TV5 series BFGF opposite his former girlfriend Alex Gonzaga followed by a sitcom titled, Hapi Together.
In 2011, Cipriano expanded his acting career by starring in his first movie together with Eugene Domingo titled, Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank[1] where he played Rainier, a director. He also made several guest appearances in late morning series, Showtime aired over at the ABS-CBN Network, it is there that he met his close friend, Vice Ganda, the two later topbilled Praybeyt Benjamin which became the highest grossing Filipino film of all-time. In the same year he appeared in his first independent film titled, San Lazaro. He starred in his own television drama that aired on TV5 titled, P.S. I Love You opposite former girlfriend, Gonzaga.[2]
In 2012, Cipriano starred in a film titled The Reunion to be released by Star Cinema together with Enchong Dee, Enrique Gil and Xian Lim with Bangs Garcia as his leading-lady.[3]
He used to be a "freelancer" in entertainment, appearing in projects of (but without any formal association with) the three largest television networks when he first entered the showbiz. Currently, he is a talent of ABS CBN.
In 2013, Cipriano won the one-million peso briefcase in "Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal" together with Enchong Dee. On June 5, it was announced that he will take part on the second Philippine Popular Music Festival together with Banda ni Kleggy as the interpreters for the song called "Space" written by Raffy Calicdan.[4]
Discography
With Callalily
- Destination XYZ (2006)
- Fisheye (2008)
- Callalily (2009)
- Flower Power (2012)
With BBS (Big Band Syndicate)
- Ctrl+Alt+Del.Restart (2011)
With Solo Album
- BBS
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2007 | Cheers to '07 Countdown | Himself/Performer | GMA Network |
| 2010–2011 | P.O.5 | Performer | TV5 |
| Magic Gimik | Host/Himself | ||
| BFGF | Kean Prieto | ||
| Hapi Together | Various | ||
| 2011 | Sugo Mga Kapatid | Santino/Santi | |
| Fan*tastik | Host/Performer | ||
| Pilipinas Got Talent | Himself/Performer | ABS-CBN | |
| Gandang Gabi, Vice! | Himself/Performer | ||
| 2011–2012 | Showtime | Himself/Guest | |
| Happy Yipee Yehey | Himself/Guest | ||
| P.S. I Love You | Jason Jimenez | TV5 | |
| Hey it's Saberdey! | Host/Performer | ||
| 2012 | Maynila | Various | GMA Network |
| ASAP | ASAP Sessionista | ABS-CBN | |
| Gandang Gabi, Vice: The Trending Birthday Concert | Performer | ||
| It's Showtime | Judge/Himself | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Cellphone | John | ||
| Luv U | Himself/Guest | ||
| 2013 | Banana Nite | Cast | |
| Magic! Gimik? | Host/Himself | TV5 | |
| Wagas | Himself | GMA News TV | |
| Wansapanataym: Mommy On Duty | Maestro Trabaho | ABS-CBN | |
| The Ryzza Mae Show | Guest | GMA Network | |
| Toda Max | James | ABS-CBN | |
| Celebrity Bluff | Player | GMA Network | |
| Taste Buddies | Himself/Guest | GMA News TV | |
| Juan Dela Cruz | Peter | ABS-CBN | |
| Toda Max | As Himself w/ Callalily/ Performer | ABS-CBN | |
| Tonight with Arnold Clavio | As Himself | GMA News TV |
Film
| Year | Film | Role | Film company | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank | Rainier | Star Cinema with Cinemalaya | |
| Praybeyt Benjamin | Emerson Ecleo | Star Cinema with Viva Films | ||
| San Lazaro | Carlo Benedicto | Watusi Productions | ||
| 2012 | The Reunion | Pat | Star Cinema | |
| Madaling Araw, Mahabang Gabi | Dante Nico Garcia | Panoramanila Pictures | ||
| 2013 | Bakit Hindi Ka Crush Ng Crush Mo? | Edgardo Salazar | Star Cinema |
Music Video Director
| Year | Song title | Artist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | "Darating" | Ney Dimaculangan, Kleggy Abaya of Banda ni Kleggy and Dello | |
| 2013 | "Pansamantala" | Callalily | |
| 2014 | "Walang-Wala" | Banda ni Kleggy |
Animal Activism
In 2014, Kean became an active supporter of a campaign to Free Mali, the lonely elephant who has lived in a tiny concrete enclosure at the Manila Zoo for more than 35 years. The campaign is led by animal rights organization PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), who aim to have Mali transferred from the Manila Zoo to the Boon Lott's Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand.
Cipriano demonstrated his support by posing for a photograph holding a sign that reads "KEAN CIPRIANO WANTS MALI FREED".
References
- ^ Ang Babae sa Septic Tank official website
- ^ Alex Gonzaga gets surprise birthday celebration from P.S. I Love You family
- ^ Star Cinema's The Reunion
- ^ "Christian Bautista, Karylle and other singers to interpret Philpop 2013 entries". Philippine Entertainment Portal. June 5, 2013. Retrieved June 26, 2013.