Martin Escudero
Martin Escudero | |
|---|---|
| Born | Mart Enrico Escudero[1] April 11, 1990 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Mark Butler |
| Alma mater | Academe of St. Jude Thaddeus (high school) STI College - Alabang (college)[2] |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model, television personality |
| Years active | 2003 - present |
| Agent(s) | Star Magic (2003 -2005) GMA Artist Center (2006 - 2010) Talent5 (2010 - present)[3] |
| Family | Francis Escudero (uncle) |
Mart Enrico Escudero, commonly known as Martin Escudero, is a Filipino actor, model and television personality. He rose to fame during his stint at the fourth season of StarStruck.
He starred in the indie film Zombadings: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington with Kerbie Zamora.[4][5]
Early life
Martin studied at the Academe of St. Jude Thaddeus in GMA, Cavite, where he was an active participant of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines under the leadership of Eagle Scout Andrew Alcantara. He was only a 2nd Year High School student when he was accepted as a contestant in Starstruck.
Career
Escudero is a former GMA Network artist. His last show in the network was Jillian: Namamasko Po.
He is currently a contract star under the talent agency of TV5 Network named Talent5.[6] In 2011, he made his first appearance in the network through the drama Babaeng Hampaslupa. Martin is set to appear in the romantic comedy television show Kano Luvs Pinay starting on September 5, 2015.[7] He also stars in TV5's first online sitcom entitled Tanods. [8][9]
Personal life
Martin is a nephew of Philippine Senator Francis Escudero.
He was in a relationship with his former on-screen partner, Jennica Garcia, from December 2007 to February 2009. They have maintained their friendship, and are professional in dealing with their joint projects.[10][11]
At present, he balances his life through continuing his career in showbiz while pursuing Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management at the Alabang branch of STI College.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2016 | Be My Lady | TBA | ABS-CBN |
| 2015 | Kano Luvs Pinay | Dong Bigoy | TV5 |
| Wattpad Presents: Pristine Academy | Kiefer/ Kiera | ||
| Wattpad Presents: How to Break Up with The Bad Boy | Chance | ||
| 2014 | Wattpad Presents: Just for A While | Luke | |
| Obsession | James Calderon | ||
| 2013 - 2014 | Positive | Carlo Santillan | |
| 2012 | Enchanted Garden | Pako | |
| Kapitan Awesome | Efren | ||
| 2011 – 2012 | Glamorosa | Calvin Lustico | |
| 2011 | Star Confessions | Jao Mapa | |
| Babaeng Hampaslupa | Andrew Sy | ||
| 2010 | Jillian: Namamasko Po | Guest Cast | GMA Network |
| Gumapang Ka sa Lusak | Jonathan Guatlo | ||
| 2009 | Dear Friend: The Three Bachelors | Miguel | |
| SRO Cinemaserye: Reunion | Benjo | ||
| Rosalinda | Beto Perez | ||
| Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang | Ulysses Valdez | ||
| Dear Friend | Mateo | ||
| 2008–2009 | Gagambino | Noel Albuento | |
| 2008 | Ako si Kim Samsoon | Kokoy | |
| Maynila | Various | ||
| Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita | Roman | ||
| 2007 | Pasan Ko Ang Daigdig | Isko | |
| Fantastic Man | Carding | ||
| 2007-2008 | Impostora | Santiago "Yago" Cayetano | |
| 2007 | Boys Nxt Door | Atom | |
| SOP Rules | Himself | ||
| 2006–2007 | StarStruck: The Next Level | Ultimate Loveteam | |
| 2006 | Agawin Mo Man Ang Lahat | Eman | |
| 2005 | Qpids | Prince Charming (billed as Mark Butler) | ABS-CBN |
| Mga Anghel na Walang Langit | Guest Cast |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Film Producer |
| 2016 | The Unmarried Wife | Star Cinema | |
| Fruits N' Vegetables: Mga Bulakboleros | Policeman 4 at Road Street | Viva Films | |
| 2015 | #Ewankosau Saranghaeyo | Unknown | Bonfire Productions |
| 2014 | Feng Shui 2 | Moy | Star Cinema & K Productions |
| 2013 | Kung Fu Divas | Unknown | Star Cinema & Reality Entertainment |
| 2012 | Shake Rattle and Roll Fourteen - The Invasion: Lost Command | Private Solomon Conde | Regal Entertainment |
| Moron 5 and the Crying Lady | Michael Angelo | Viva Films | |
| 2011 | Zombadings: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington | Remington | Origin8 Media |
| 2010 | Shake, Rattle and Roll 12: Punerarya | Dennis | Regal Entertainment |
| 2009 | Shake, Rattle & Roll 11: Lamang Lupa | Ryan | |
| 2008 | Shake, Rattle & Roll X: Nieves | Celso | |
| Mag-ingat Ka Sa...Kulam | Neil | ||
| My Monster Mom | Pipo | ||
| 2007 | Shake, Rattle and Roll 9: Engkanto | Vince | |
| Hide and Seek | Joseph | ||
| 2003 | Malikmata | Ghost | OctoArts Films & Canary Films |
| Kung Ako Na Lang Sana | Emmy's Godson | Star Cinema |
Online shows
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Tanods | Nestor Apolonio | TV5 |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 13th Gawad TANGLAW Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a TV Series | Positive | Won |
| 2012 | 10th Gawad TANGLAW Awards | Best Actor for Comedy | Zombadings: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington | Won |
| 9th EnPresS Golden Screen Awards | Won | |||
| 2008 | 38th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Promising Male Star | — | Won [12] |
References
- ^ "Mart Escudero". Film Academy of the Philippines. FAP, Inc. Retrieved 30 July 2015.
- ^ "Martin Escudero". Instagram. Instagram, Inc. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
- ^ "TV5 - Martin Escudero: Profile". TV5 - Philippines. TV5 Network, Inc. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
- ^ Yu, Chona (November 24, 2011). "Ex-actor Files Raps Against Models, Actors and Bit Players". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Inquirer Online. Retrieved 10 March 2012.
- ^ Aurelio, Julie (December 2, 2011). "12 Dribblers Face Raps for Mauling Ex-TV Actor Ramon Castro in QC". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Inquirer Online. Retrieved 10 March 2012.
- ^ Blanco, Eunice (January 18, 2014). "Martin Escudero 'happy' with TV5". Philippine Star. Philippine Star Online. Retrieved 17 December 2014.
- ^ Sallan, Edwin. "Tuesday Vargas reprises film role in new TV5 sitcom". InterAksyon. TV5 Network, Inc. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- ^ "TV5 breaks in online world with Digital5". Manila Bulletin. Tempo Online. April 29, 2015. Retrieved 8 June 2015.
- ^ "TV5 breaks in online world with Digital5". Manila Bulletin. Tempo Online. April 29, 2015. Retrieved 8 June 2015.
- ^ Godinez, Bong. "Mart Escudero talks about personal and working relationship with Jennica Garcia". Philippine Entertainment Portal. PEP, Inc. Retrieved 18 June 2015.
- ^ Mendoza, Ruel. "Jean Garcia understands breakup of daughter Jennica and Mart Escudero". Phiippine Entertainment Portal. PEP, Inc. Retrieved 18 June 2015.
- ^ "The 38th Box Office Entertainment Awards (Part 2)". Philippine Entertainment Portal. PEP, Inc. Retrieved 24 May 2014.
External links
- 1990 births
- Star Magic
- 21st-century Filipino male actors
- Filipino male child actors
- Filipino male actors
- Filipino male television actors
- Filipino television personalities
- GMA Artist Center
- Living people
- Male actors from Cavite
- People from Quezon City
- StarStruck (Philippine TV series) participants
- TV5 (Philippines) personalities
- StarStruck (Philippine TV series) winners