Bryan Benedict
Bryan Benedict | |
|---|---|
| Born | Bryan Benedict M. Anastacio September 27, 1995 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Alma mater | Far Eastern University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Agent | Freelance |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
Bryan Benedict M. Anastacio (born September 27, 1995), known professionally as Bryan Benedict, is a Filipino actor and model. He was a contestant in Protégé: The Battle For The Big Artista Break, a reality TV series. He is a Magna cum laude graduate of BSC Tourism Management in the Far Eastern University and currently working as a freelance actor and a part-time college professor.
Early life and education
Benedict was raised in San Juan. His father is deaf-mute while his mother is deaf.[1] He communicates to his parents via sign language.[2] During his high school, Bryan was a drop-out. He later transferred to a Claro M. Recto High School where he graduated as first honor. He studied Information Technology at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila as a scholar. He then took up Tourism at the Far Eastern University and graduated as magna cum laude.[2]
Modeling and acting career
Benedict started print and ramp modeling on 2008. Benedict was one of Cosmopolitan Philippine's bachelors on 2008 and 2010.[2]
On 2012, Benedict joined GMA Network's Protégé: The Battle For The Big Artista Break, a reality based artista search as one of the finalists from Visayas.[3] Bryan was originally a protégé of Jolina Magdangal but due to a twist of the show, Ricky Davao became his new mentor. Benedict was eliminated from the competition on the ninth gala night, becoming the TV show’s eighth placer.[4]
After Protégé, Benedict starred in various programs of the network.[2][5]
On 2014, Benedict returned as one of the bachelors on Cosmo Bachelor Bash.[6]
Benedict portrayed Juan Luna, a Filipino painter, sculptor and a political activist of the Philippine Revolution during the late 19th century, in the 2014 docudrama Ilustrado.[7]
Personal life and other careers
Benedict currently resides in San Juan, Metro Manila.
Before joining Protégé: The Battle For The Big Artista Break, Benedict worked as a dealer in a casino in Cebu.
Benedict is currently a part-time Tourism and HRM instructor at University of the East-Manila.[5]
Filmography
Television
Drama
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | With a Smile | Elvis | GMA Network |
| 2014 | Carmela | Leo | |
| 2014-2016 | Magpakailanman | Various roles | |
| 2014 | Ilustrado | Juan Luna | |
| More Than Words | Emerson | ||
| 2015 | Yagit | Andoy | |
| The Rich Man's Daughter | Gerald | ||
| 2015-2017 | Imbestigador | Various roles | |
| 2015-2017 | Maynila | Various roles | |
| 2015 | Destiny Rose | Stephen | |
| Dangwa | Rene | ||
| 2015-2017 | Wish Ko Lang | Various roles | |
| 2016 | That's My Amboy | Itoy (uncredited) | |
| Karelasyon | Various roles | ||
| Poor Señorita | Gino Dizon (uncredited) | ||
| A1 Ko Sa 'Yo | Joey | ||
| 2016-2017 | Dear Uge | Various roles | |
| 2016 | Calle Siete | Caleb | |
| Usapang Real Love: Relationship Goals | Will | ||
| 2017 | Ika-6 na Utos | Nato | |
| My Love from the Star | Potenciano Infante | ||
| Mulawin vs. Ravena | Ningas | ||
| 2018 | Ang Forever Ko'y Ikaw | Geraldo Roque | |
| 2019 | Beautiful Justice | Drug Pusher | |
| 2019-2020 | Madrasta | Elvis | |
| 2021 | Nagbabagang Luha | Lander |
Reality, variety and talk shows
| Year | Title | Notes | Network |
| 2009 | Eat Bulaga! | Mr. and Ms. EB University winner | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Protégé: The Battle For The Big Artista Break | Contestant | |
| Nay-1-1 | Guest | ||
| 2012-2017 | MARS | GMA News TV | |
| 2013-2016 | Taste Buddies | ||
| 2016 | Sunday PinaSaya | GMA Network | |
| 2017 | Full House Tonight |
See also
References
- ^ Portillo, Samantha; Estrada, Bochic (August 20, 2013). "GIVE ME FIVE featuring Protégé runner-up Bryan Benedict". GMA News. GMA Network, Inc. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ a b c d Franco, Bernie (May 5, 2014). "Bryan Benedict is more than the guy next door". GMA News. PEP.ph/GMA News and Public Affairs. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ Garcia, Rose (August 8, 2012). "GMA-7 reveals Top 10 male contenders of Protégé". GMA News. GMA Network, Inc. Philippine Entertainment Portal/GMA News and Public Affairs. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ "Protégé: Paalam Bryan!". GMA Network Portal. GMA Network, Inc. September 30, 2012. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ a b Mendoza, Raul (June 27, 2016). "Kapuso hunk Bryan Benedict now a part-time college instructor". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ "Red-hot seven: Kapuso men heat up the Cosmo Bachelor Bash 2014". GMA Network Portal. GMA Network, Inc. September 25, 2014. Retrieved March 26, 2017.
- ^ "GMA Network launches first BayaniSerye 'Ilustrado'". GMA Network Portal. GMA Network, Inc. October 16, 2014. Retrieved March 26, 2017.