Karla Estrada
Karla Estrada | |
|---|---|
| Born | Carla Elago Estrada Ford November 21, 1974 |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, singer, host |
| Years active | 1987–present |
| Agent(s) | ABS-CBN Entertainment (2016–present) |
| Children | 4 (inc. Daniel Padilla) |
Karla Estrada (born November 21, 1974) is a Filipina actress and singer. Films and television series in which she starred in Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? and Maricris Sioson: Japayuki.[1] She starred as supporting role in the series Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw.[2]
In 2016, Estrada signed a 2-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN.[3]
Early life and career
Karla Estrada was born on November 21, 1974 in Tacloban. After her birth, her father left after being deceived to believe that Karla died at birth.[4]
According to an episode in Maalaala Mo Kaya featuring accounts on her life, Estrada was born to a rich family but was forced to move to Tacloban after her grandfather, who was responsible for most of the livelihood of the family, died. Estrada aspired to become an actress since childhood and joined singing competitions. She was discovered by a talent manager in a music hub in Quezon City which led to her appearance in That’s Entertainment.[5]
Films
- Familia Blondia (2019)
- Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad (2017)
- Beauty and the Bestie (2015)
- Moron 5.2: The Transformation (2014)
- Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak (2014)
- Palad Ta ang Nagbuot (Our Fate Decides) (2013)
- This Guy's in Love with U Mare! (2012)
- Pagnanasa (2010)
- Pipo (2009)
- Bahay Kubo: A Pinoy Mano Po! (2007)
- Super Noypi (2006)
- Kung ikaw ay isang panaginip (2002)
- Sa iyo ang sarap, akin ang hirap (1999)
- Banatan (1999)
- Masarap ang unang kagat (1998)
- Kakaibang karisma (1995)
- The Secrets of Sarah Jane: Sana'y mapatawad mo (1994)
- Bala at lipistik (1994)
- Sobra talaga (1994)
- Teenage Mama (1993)
- Kahit may mahal ka ng iba (1993)
- Maricris Sioson: Japayuki (1993)
- First Time... Like a Virgin! (1992)
- Wanted Bata-Batuta (1987)
Television
Personal life
Estrada is the mother of Daniel Padilla whom she had at the age of 20; her son's father is, Rommel Padilla. Estrada brought Daniel to see Rommel Padilla in prison three years later. She had three children, Jose Carlito whom she had at the age of 21, Margaret and Carmella from different father.[6]
At age 18, Estrada looked for her father who later apologized for not knowing that her birth was successful. In 2016, she stated that she is on good terms with her father, describing herself as his "carbon copy".[4]
Karla is Antonio Aquitania's cousin.
References
- ^ "GMA-7 offers two new star-studded afternoon soaps". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on December 3, 2013. Retrieved December 1, 2013.
- ^ "Anne thrilled to work with Kris, Robin". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on July 16, 2012. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
- ^ "Karla Estrada to host morning show?". ABS-CBN News. March 9, 2016. Retrieved March 13, 2016.
- ^ a b "Karla Estrada cries after dad sends birthday greeting". ABS-CBN News (in English and Filipino). November 22, 2016. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
- ^ "Angelica bibida sa masalimuot na life story ni Karla Estrada sa MMK" [Angelica [Panganiban] stars in Karla Estrada's complicated life story in MMK]. Bandera (in Filipino). Philippine Daily Inquirer. January 12, 2017. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
- ^ "Daniel Padilla: 'Kung ayaw mo sa akin, 'di huwag!'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. March 22, 2013. Retrieved December 1, 2013.
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- 1974 births
- Living people
- People from Tacloban
- Waray people
- Filipino film actresses
- Filipino television actresses
- Filipino child actresses
- That's Entertainment (Philippine TV series)
- That's Entertainment Wednesday Group Members
- The Voice of the Philippines contestants
- Filipino people of American descent
- ABS-CBN personalities
- GMA Network personalities
- Filipino actor stubs