Gladys Reyes

Gladys Reyes-Rojas
Gladys Reyes-Rojas
Born	Gladys Paras Reyes-Sommereux; 23 June 1978 (age 46); Davao City, Davao Region, Philippines
Nationality	Philippines
Occupation	Actress
Years active	1984–present
Spouse(s)	Christopher Roxas (2004–present); 3 children

Gladys Paras Reyes-Sommereux (aka Gladys Reyes-Roxas; born 23 June 1978), is a Filipina actress best known for her role as "Clara," the antagonist to "Mara" (played by Judy Ann Santos) from the 90's ABS-CBN hit teleserye, Mara Clara.^[1]^[2] She received the PMPC Star Awards for Best Drama Actress for the TV series Saan Ka Man Naroroon.^[3]

She received a Urian Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film Magkakabaung.^[4] She is currently a board member of Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).^[5]

Biography

Background

Known by the alias, Primera Kontrabida,^[6] Gladys Reyes had her big break for the 1990s soap opera, Mara Clara, as Clara, which was portrayed by Julia Montes in the hit remake of the same name.

Reyes is a known member of Iglesia ni Cristo,^[7] as well as an alumna of New Era University where she earned her bachelor's degree in Mass Communications.

She is the wife of Christopher Roxas (born Jean-Christopher Sommereux; 1978), her co-star in Mara Clara.^[8] They now have three children.^[9]

Filmography

Films

Year	Title	Role	Notes
2015	Felix Manalo	Avelina Manalo
2012	This Guy's In Love With U Mare!	Terry
2010	Petrang Kabayo	Pregnant Kalesa Passenger	Cameo role
2002	Biyahera	Lilia
	Cass & Cary: Who Wants To Be A Billionaire?	Attorney Juliet
	May Pag-ibig Pa Kaya?	Pilar
2001	Tabi-tabi Po!	Minerva	"Demonyita" segment
1999	Pepeng Agimat	Viola
1999	Weder-weder lang 'yan	Girlie
1998	Kasal-kasalan (Sakalan)	Angel
	I'm Sorry, My Love	Sylvia
	Ikaw Na Sana (Movie Version)	Angela
1997	Anak ng Dilim	Adela	Philippine remake of the US film, Carrie^[10]
	Sa Kabilugan Ng Buwan	Michelle
	Minsan Lamang Magmamahal	Pinky
	Isinakdal Ko Ang Aking Ina	Carol
1996	Kung Alam Mo Lang	Mechie
	Ang Titser Kong Pogi	Auntie
	Mara Clara: The Movie	Clara del Valle/Davis	Main Role
	Sana Naman	Noreen
1989	SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats	Young Dambu
1988	Afuang: Bounty Hunter	Ablyn Afuang	supporting role
1986	Captain Barbel	Kidnap Victim	Cameo Role
1986	Nakagapos na Puso	young Elisa
1984	Baby Tsina	Elena's Baby	Reyes' first film role

Television

Year	Title	Role	Network
2015	Little Nanay	Vivian San Pedro	GMA Network
2015	Let The Love Begin	Maricar Fernandez/DJ Katy
2014	Basta Every Day, Happy!	Host
	My BFF	Mercedes
	Kambal Sirena	Barracuda
2013	Pyra: Ang Babaeng Apoy	Susan Del Fierro
	Home Sweet Home	Agoncillia Caharian
	The Ryzza Mae Show	Herself/Celebrity Guest
	Magpakailanman: The Ruben Marasigan Story	Sonia
	Celebrity Bluff	Herself
	Follow That Star	Herself	GMA News TV
2012	Nay-1-1	Host	GMA Network
	Maalaala Mo Kaya: Upuan	Letty Canlas	ABS-CBN
	Pidol's Wonderland	Various	TV5
	Enchanted Garden	Dolores	TV5
	Wansapanataym: Ballpen De Sarah Pen	Mrs. Quintin	ABS-CBN
	Wako Wako	Isay Gaudencio	ABS-CBN
	Juicy!	Co – Host	TV5
2011	Gandang Gabi, Vice!	Herself/Guest	ABS-CBN
	Wansapanataym: Unli-Gift Box	Mylene
	Ikaw Ay Pag-Ibig	Mrs. Dizon
	Kris TV	Guest/Herself
	I Dare You	Herself/Challenger
	Guns and Roses	Diana Montano-Alvaro
2010–2011	Star Circle Quest for the Next Kiddie Superstars	Herself/Judge
2010	Laugh Out Loud	Herself/Prankster/Female Vendor
	Panahon Ko 'To!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko	Herself/Contestant
	Juicy!	Guest Co – Host	TV5
	Showtime	Herself/Hurado	ABS-CBN
	Habang May Buhay	Dra. Clarissa Briones
2009	Only You	Dorina Sanchez
2009–2011	Go Negosyo	Herself	Q
2009	Daisy Siete Season 22: Kambalilong	Madam L./Along	GMA Network
2008	LaLola	Iris
2008	Tasya Fantasya	Mateng
2007	MOMents	Herself	Net 25
2007	Sine Novela: My Only Love	Pearl	GMA Network
2006	Carlo J. Caparas' Bakekang	Deborah
2004	Bahay Mo Ba 'To	Kelly Mulingtapang
	Love To Love: Sweet Exchange	Amanda
	Marinara	Tara
2001	Recuerdo de Amor	Ursula	ABS-CBN
2001	Sa Dulo Ng Walang Hanggan	Ruella Agbayani
1999	Saan Ka Man Naroroon	Melissa
1998	Ganyan Kita Kamahal	Gwen	GMA Network
1997–1998	Ikaw Na Sana	Angela	GMA Network
1992–1997	Mara Clara	Clara del Valle/Davis	ABS-CBN
1986	That's Entertainment	Guest	GMA Network
1979-1988	Lucky	Kathy	IBC
1984	Little Miss Philippines	Herself/Little Miss Metro Manila	RPN

Awards and nominations

Year	TV Award/Critics	Award	Result
2000	14th PMPC Star Awards for TV^[11]	Best Drama Actress Saan Ka Man Naroon (1999)	Won
2013	27th PMPC Star Awards for TV	Best Celebrity Talk Show Host Moments (2012)	Nominated
2013	Walk of Fame Philippines	Walk of Fame Awardee	Won

Commercials

Year	Title	Role
2008	Licealiz
2010	Cebuana Lhuillier	Pawnshop Rival
2011	Grow	Herself (mom)

Preceded by Candy Pangilinan	Showtime Hurado 15 February 2010 – 5 June 2010	Succeeded by Kitkat

References

^ "'Mara Clara': the longest teleserye on Philippine television", Kidswereus.wordpress.com, 16 January 2007; accessed 29 May 2011.
^ "Sundan ang buhay ng Primera Kontrabida na si Gladys Reyes sa Follow that Star". GMA Network. 10 January 2013. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
^ Caligan, Michelle (24 June 2015). "Gladys Reyes is more inspired to star in movies now". GMA Network. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
^ Cruz, Marinel R. (19 June 2015). "Night of first-time Urian winners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
^ Corrales, Nestor (11 January 2014). "Aquino reappoints Villareal as MTRCB chief". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
^ "For Gladys Reyes, motherhood is about finding a balance". The Philippine Star. 12 June 2011. Retrieved 1 September 2015.
^ Francisco, Katerina (22 July 2014). "Famous Iglesia ni Cristo personalities". Rappler. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
^ Cruz, Marinel R. (21 November 2012). "Three Ps for a lasting relationship". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
^ "Gladys Reyes in no hurry to have second baby", Pep.ph; retrieved 29 May 2011.
^ "Anak ng Dilim (1997) - Connections". IMDb.com. Retrieved 2 January 2015.
^ "Happy, triumphant faces at the 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV". The Philippine Star. 9 October 2000. Retrieved 30 August 2015.

External links

Gladys Reyes profile, IMDB.com; accessed 2 September 2015.
Gladys Reyes profile, beverlyvergel.net; accessed 2 September 2015.

[Mara_Clara-1] "'Mara Clara': the longest teleserye on Philippine television", Kidswereus.wordpress.com, 16 January 2007; accessed 29 May 2011.

[2] "Sundan ang buhay ng Primera Kontrabida na si Gladys Reyes sa Follow that Star". GMA Network. 10 January 2013. Retrieved 27 August 2015.

[3] Caligan, Michelle (24 June 2015). "Gladys Reyes is more inspired to star in movies now". GMA Network. Retrieved 27 August 2015.

[4] Cruz, Marinel R. (19 June 2015). "Night of first-time Urian winners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.

[5] Corrales, Nestor (11 January 2014). "Aquino reappoints Villareal as MTRCB chief". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 27 August 2015.

[6] "For Gladys Reyes, motherhood is about finding a balance". The Philippine Star. 12 June 2011. Retrieved 1 September 2015.

[7] Francisco, Katerina (22 July 2014). "Famous Iglesia ni Cristo personalities". Rappler. Retrieved 27 August 2015.

[8] Cruz, Marinel R. (21 November 2012). "Three Ps for a lasting relationship". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.

[Pep-9] "Gladys Reyes in no hurry to have second baby", Pep.ph; retrieved 29 May 2011.

[10] "Anak ng Dilim (1997) - Connections". IMDb.com. Retrieved 2 January 2015.

[11] "Happy, triumphant faces at the 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV". The Philippine Star. 9 October 2000. Retrieved 30 August 2015.

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