Patrick Garcia
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Patrick Garcia is a Filipino
actor
, best known for his role as Ryan in the acclaimed Philippine movie, Madrasta
and Nathanael Cordero in the TV series "Darating ang Umaga
".
A year later, Garcia landed many more roles in movies and soap operas, such as "Gimik", "Araw-araw, gabi-gabi", and "Asero" among others. Then in 1996, he received the Best Child Actor award at the FAMAS Awards, for his role as Ryan in the critically acclaimed Olivia M. Lamasan film, Madrasta.
After Madrasta, Garcia has been working steadily ever since, taking on more challenging characters in movies, "Mano po III: My love", "Nagbibinata" and TV series "Captain Barbell", "Kampanerang Kuba" and "Super Twins".
. He was later relaunched as a member of Star Circle (now Star Magic
) batch 2 in ABS-CBN
. He is the brother of another Ang TV
cast and Star Circle batch 3 member, Cheska Garcia
and commercial model Pichon Garcia.
Patrick Garcia first began his career in ABS-CBN
and then transferred to rival network GMA-7. While he was with ABS-CBN
, he was paired with actresses Paula Peralejo
and Jodi Sta. Maria whom he got to work the latter with in Tabing Ilog, Pangako Sa'yo, Darating Ang Umaga, and lastly Kampanerang Kuba
where he also got to work with Anne Curtis
. He was last seen in GMA 7's Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita
and "Obra
".
In 2009 Patrick starred in the remake of Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin
starring Maxene Magalona
and Glaiza de Castro
. As of November 2009, he will return via Full House as Luigi on GMA Network
.
He is still a Kapuso contract actor.
and he eventually became a father to their son named Alex Jazz Mercado, who was born on August 16, 2008.
In June 2008 Patrick Garcia decided to leave intrigues behind as he went for a new life abroad — with the hope to pursue studies in directing at the New York University. Patrick decided to leave behind actress Jennylyn Mercado
, who was at that time pregnant with his child.
Garcia is of Filipino and Spanish decent.
Patrick is back in Philippines for his sister Cheska Garcia
and basketball player Douglas Kramer's wedding which took place on October 9, 2008.
His cousins are Sharmaine Arnaiz
and Bunny Paras.
Philippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
actor
Actor
An actor is a person who acts in a dramatic production and who works in film, television, theatre, or radio in that capacity...
, best known for his role as Ryan in the acclaimed Philippine movie, Madrasta
Madrasta
Madrasta is a 1996 Filipino movie directed by Olivia Lamasan starring Megastar Sharon Cuneta and Christopher De Leon. The family drama clinched for the Megastar a Grandslam Best Actress honor, garnering best actress recognition from all major award-giving bodies in the Philippines, while its strong...
and Nathanael Cordero in the TV series "Darating ang Umaga
Darating ang Umaga
Darating ang Umaga is a Filipino Drama made by ABS-CBN in 2003. It starred Vina Morales and Eula Valdez.-Story:...
".
Early life
At the age of 9, Garcia started as an altar boy at St. James Parish Church of Ayala, Alabang where they used to live. He served for several years until his family moved to Frisco del Monte, Quezon City. At the age of 13, his actress sister convinced him to try acting. He tried out for the 1994 Philippine movie, "Separada", and was cast right away. The movie was well-received by the critics and became an instant hit, and also cemented Garcia's status as the newest young heartthrob in the Philippines.A year later, Garcia landed many more roles in movies and soap operas, such as "Gimik", "Araw-araw, gabi-gabi", and "Asero" among others. Then in 1996, he received the Best Child Actor award at the FAMAS Awards, for his role as Ryan in the critically acclaimed Olivia M. Lamasan film, Madrasta.
After Madrasta, Garcia has been working steadily ever since, taking on more challenging characters in movies, "Mano po III: My love", "Nagbibinata" and TV series "Captain Barbell", "Kampanerang Kuba" and "Super Twins".
Background
Patrick was one of the original cast of Ang TVAng TV
Ang TV also known as ATV is a "gag-variety" show for kids in the Philippines. The show's format was inspired by its predecessor "Kaluskos Musmos" and its foreign counterpart "The Mickey Mouse Club"...
. He was later relaunched as a member of Star Circle (now Star Magic
Star Magic
Star Magic, Inc., , is ABS-CBN's training and management program for its contract talents. It was designed to assist young talent in the Philippines...
) batch 2 in ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
. He is the brother of another Ang TV
Ang TV
Ang TV also known as ATV is a "gag-variety" show for kids in the Philippines. The show's format was inspired by its predecessor "Kaluskos Musmos" and its foreign counterpart "The Mickey Mouse Club"...
cast and Star Circle batch 3 member, Cheska Garcia
Cheska Garcia
Cheska Garcia, is a Filipino actress and model. She usually is cast as the villainess because of her sharp features.-Early life:...
and commercial model Pichon Garcia.
Patrick Garcia first began his career in ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
and then transferred to rival network GMA-7. While he was with ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
, he was paired with actresses Paula Peralejo
Paula Peralejo
Paula Peralejo is the stage name of Maria Elena Paula Peralejo, a Filipina actress born on the 29th June 1984. She is the sister of Filipina actress Rica Peralejo....
and Jodi Sta. Maria whom he got to work the latter with in Tabing Ilog, Pangako Sa'yo, Darating Ang Umaga, and lastly Kampanerang Kuba
Kampanerang Kuba
Kampanerang Kuba was a fantasy soap opera television series broadcast by ABS-CBN in the Philippines. It was inspired by 1973 film with same title, which was starred by Vilma Santos and Bobot Mortiz. It was tagged as Pinoy Disney...
where he also got to work with Anne Curtis
Anne Curtis
Anne Ojales Curtis-Smith, also known as Anne Curtis is a Filipino-Australian actress, model, television host, singer and VJ currently active in the Philippines....
. He was last seen in GMA 7's Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita or Sweet Revenge is a Philippine drama by GMA Network. Starring Marvin Agustin, Angelika dela Cruz, JC de Vera, Yasmien Kurdi and Dina Bonnevie and directed by Joel Lamangan, it aired on GMA Network from March 24, 2008 until June 27, 2008...
and "Obra
Obra
Obra is a river in west Poland, a tributary of the Warta river , with a length of 164 kilometres and the basin area of 2,758 km2. The river is popular with canoe and kayak enthusiasts and an established canoe trail exists....
".
In 2009 Patrick starred in the remake of Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin
Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin
Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin is an Philippine drama on GMA Network. The original movie was released back in 1987 and was directed by the legendary actor-director Eddie Garcia who also directed Sinasamba Kita...
starring Maxene Magalona
Maxene Magalona
Maxene Sofia Maria Arroyo Magalona is a Filipina actress born to a prominent showbiz family. She is known for her portrayal as Vivian Salvador in the GMA's soap My Lover, My Wife.-Personal life:...
and Glaiza de Castro
Glaiza de Castro
Glaiza Galura de Castro , better known as Glaiza de Castro, is a Filipina actress and singer...
. As of November 2009, he will return via Full House as Luigi on GMA Network
GMA Network
GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...
.
He is still a Kapuso contract actor.
Personal life
He had a long-time relationship with actress Jennylyn MercadoJennylyn Mercado
Jennylyn Mercado is a Filipina actress, singer, songwriter and model. She was the winner of the first season of StarStruck, a reality-based talent search show of GMA Network in the Philippines...
and he eventually became a father to their son named Alex Jazz Mercado, who was born on August 16, 2008.
In June 2008 Patrick Garcia decided to leave intrigues behind as he went for a new life abroad — with the hope to pursue studies in directing at the New York University. Patrick decided to leave behind actress Jennylyn Mercado
Jennylyn Mercado
Jennylyn Mercado is a Filipina actress, singer, songwriter and model. She was the winner of the first season of StarStruck, a reality-based talent search show of GMA Network in the Philippines...
, who was at that time pregnant with his child.
Garcia is of Filipino and Spanish decent.
Patrick is back in Philippines for his sister Cheska Garcia
Cheska Garcia
Cheska Garcia, is a Filipino actress and model. She usually is cast as the villainess because of her sharp features.-Early life:...
and basketball player Douglas Kramer's wedding which took place on October 9, 2008.
His cousins are Sharmaine Arnaiz
Sharmaine Arnaiz
Sharmaine Arnaiz is a Filipino actress.-Biography:She was born Sharmila Velasco Pribhdas-Shahani to an Indian father and a mother of Ilonnga blood. She has a younger sister who is also an actress named Bunny Paras and their mother is the sister of the mother of Patrick Garcia and Cheska...
and Bunny Paras.
Film
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Araw-araw, Gabi-gabi | Jun-Jun | |
| 1994 | Separada | Vincent | |
| Asero | Victor Asero | ||
| 1996 | Rollerboys | Christian | |
| Madrasta Madrasta Madrasta is a 1996 Filipino movie directed by Olivia Lamasan starring Megastar Sharon Cuneta and Christopher De Leon. The family drama clinched for the Megastar a Grandslam Best Actress honor, garnering best actress recognition from all major award-giving bodies in the Philippines, while its strong... |
Ryan | ||
| 1997 | Ang TV Movie: The Adarna Adventure Ang TV Ang TV also known as ATV is a "gag-variety" show for kids in the Philippines. The show's format was inspired by its predecessor "Kaluskos Musmos" and its foreign counterpart "The Mickey Mouse Club"... |
Patrick | Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... |
| Biyudo Si Daddy, Biyuda Si Mommy Biyudo Si Daddy, Biyuda Si Mommy Biyudo Si Daddy, Biyuda Si Mommy was a co-production between Star Cinema and M-Zet Prod., and released by Star Cinema. After losing both their spouses, Victor and Coney unexpectedly find themselves falling for each other... |
Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... , M-Zet |
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| Nagbibinata | Lester | ||
| 1998 | Batang PX Batang PX Batang PX or "Fil-American kid" in English, is a 1997 dramatic film produced by Star Cinema. This award-winning movie was directed by an acclaimed writer and director, Jose Javier Reyes... |
Michael 'Am-boy' Dahoff | |
| Mula Sa Puso, The Movie Mula Sa Puso Mula Sa Puso is a Filipino television series originally aired by ABS-CBN from March 10, 1997 to April 2, 1999. Claudine Barretto, Rico Yan, and Diether Ocampo played the role of the main protagonists in the series. It was re-aired in 2008 through Studio 23 and Kapamilya Channel, which are both an... |
Warren | Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... |
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| 1999 | Oo Na... Mahal Na Kung Mahal | Patrick | Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... |
| 2001 | Sugatang Puso | Eric | Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... |
| 2002 | Jologs | Dino | Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... |
| 2003 | Noon At Ngayon: Pagsasamang Kay Ganda | Unknown | Star Cinema Star Cinema ABS-CBN Film Productions, Inc. , is the wholly owned film production subsidiary of ABS-CBN Corporation. It is the Philippines' largest film production, producing most of the highest grossing films in the Philippines.-1994:... |
| 2004 | Mano Po III: My Love | Stephen | Regal Films |
| 2007 | Angels Angels (2007 film) Angels is a 2007 Filipino trilogy film, starred by Ms.Angel Locsin with Jennylyn Mercado, Patrick Garcia and Marvin Agustin.-Plot:"Angels" is a trilogy. The three episodes featured in the movies are: "Angel of Mine", "Daddy's Angel" and "Angel of Love". "Angel of Mine," directed by Gina Alajar,... |
Jude | Eagle's Eye Productions |
Television
| Year | Film | Role | Other notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1997 | Ang TV Ang TV Ang TV also known as ATV is a "gag-variety" show for kids in the Philippines. The show's format was inspired by its predecessor "Kaluskos Musmos" and its foreign counterpart "The Mickey Mouse Club"... |
himself | |
| 1996–1997 | Familia Zaragoza Familia Zaragoza - Plot :Doña Amparo Zaragoza was the main protagonist in the story, the Zaragosa Family had many affairs and interruptions and tackles their whole life.- Cast :... |
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| 1996–1999 | Gimik Gimik Gimik was a Filipino teen drama series aired and produced by ABS-CBN. The series aired from June 15, 1996 until February 13, 1999.Reruns will air on November 19,2011 on its International Channel Cinema One Global Saturdays part of its new revamped channel.-Development:The Teen-Oriented show was... |
Carlo de Leon | Original main cast. |
| 1997–1999 | Mula Sa Puso Mula Sa Puso Mula Sa Puso is a Filipino television series originally aired by ABS-CBN from March 10, 1997 to April 2, 1999. Claudine Barretto, Rico Yan, and Diether Ocampo played the role of the main protagonists in the series. It was re-aired in 2008 through Studio 23 and Kapamilya Channel, which are both an... |
Warren | |
| 1998–2001 | Richard Loves Lucy Richard Loves Lucy -Cast:*Richard Gomez*Lucy Torres*Kristine Hermosa*Jolina Magdangal*John Estrada*Gloria Romero... |
Mikoy | |
| 1999–2002 | Tabing Ilog Tabing Ilog Tabing Ilog is a youth-oriented Filipino television drama series which aired on ABS-CBN Channel 2 for more than four years from 1999 to the early 2000s. It was topbilled by Paula Peralejo, John Lloyd Cruz, Patrick Garcia, Jodi Sta... |
Jaime 'James' Collantes | Original main cast. |
| 2000–2002 | Pangako Sa'yo | Jonathan | |
| 2003 | Darating ang Umaga Darating ang Umaga Darating ang Umaga is a Filipino Drama made by ABS-CBN in 2003. It starred Vina Morales and Eula Valdez.-Story:... |
Nathaniel Cordero | |
| 2004 | Mangarap Ka | Tristan | |
| 2005 | Kampanerang Kuba Kampanerang Kuba Kampanerang Kuba was a fantasy soap opera television series broadcast by ABS-CBN in the Philippines. It was inspired by 1973 film with same title, which was starred by Vilma Santos and Bobot Mortiz. It was tagged as Pinoy Disney... |
Luke | |
| 2006 | Hoooo U? | ||
| Komiks Presents: Momay Komiks (TV series) Komiks is a Filipino fantasy-drama series that began airing on the ABS-CBN network on February 4, 2006. The series features popular local comic book stories and airs on Saturday evenings.... |
Andro | ||
| Captain Barbell Captain Barbell Captain Barbell is a fictional Filipino superhero created by writer Mars Ravelo and artist Jim Fernandez. He first appeared in Pinoy Komiks #5 .-Character history:... |
Levi | ||
| Komiks Presents: Bampy Komiks (TV series) Komiks is a Filipino fantasy-drama series that began airing on the ABS-CBN network on February 4, 2006. The series features popular local comic book stories and airs on Saturday evenings.... |
boy | Appeared for a few seconds in an all-star Star Magic Star Magic Star Magic, Inc., , is ABS-CBN's training and management program for its contract talents. It was designed to assist young talent in the Philippines... special anniversary episode. |
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| 2007 | Fantastic Man Fantastic Man Fantastic Man is a television serialization of the box office film of the same name. The series originally starred by Vic Sotto stars Mark Herras as Fantastic Man with Ryza Cenon as her leading lady-turned sidekick Wena aka Fantastic Girl. The series refurbishes and reintroduces Fantastic Man as a... |
Lloyd Mendez | |
| Super Twins Super Twins Super Twins is a Filipino telefantasya. The series, which used to be a part of GMA Network's First Quarter Explosion and aired on the primetime block, debuted on February 12, 2007... |
Billy | ||
| Mga Kuwento Ni Lola Basyang Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang "Lola Basyang" is the pen name of Severino Reyes, founder and editor of the Tagalog magazine Liwayway. From 1925, Reyes wrote a series of stories for children under the title Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang... |
Various | ||
| 2008 | Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita or Sweet Revenge is a Philippine drama by GMA Network. Starring Marvin Agustin, Angelika dela Cruz, JC de Vera, Yasmien Kurdi and Dina Bonnevie and directed by Joel Lamangan, it aired on GMA Network from March 24, 2008 until June 27, 2008... |
Lawrence | |
| 2009 | Obra Obra Obra is a river in west Poland, a tributary of the Warta river , with a length of 164 kilometres and the basin area of 2,758 km2. The river is popular with canoe and kayak enthusiasts and an established canoe trail exists.... |
Guest Role | |
| Dear Friend Dear Friend Dear Friend is a television drama that has been broadcast on Philippine television since August 2008. It is a weekly drama anthology of inspiring stories of people who are having family and love problems. The show is an hour-long dose of hope for today’s problem-weary viewer... |
Guest Role | ||
| Sine Novela Sine Novela Sine Novela is a Philippine daytime soap opera aired on GMA Network which showcases old classic movies from VIVA Films turned into a mini-series... : Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin is an Philippine drama on GMA Network. The original movie was released back in 1987 and was directed by the legendary actor-director Eddie Garcia who also directed Sinasamba Kita... |
Arvin | First Sine Novela after he turned down his role for Maging Akin Ka Lamang Maging Akin Ka Lamang Maging Akin Ka Lamang or Till You Are Mine is a Philippine drama aired on GMA Network. This was the sixth installment of Sine Novela. The original movie was released back in 1987... . |
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| Full House | Luigi Reyes | ||
| 2011 | Iglot Iglot (TV series) Iglot is a Philippine television drama series created by GMA Network. It premiered on GMA Telebabad and GMA Pinoy TV on August 29, 2011 and August 31, 2011, respectively. The shows stars Claudine Barretto, Marvin Agustin, Jolina Magdangal, Luis Alandy, Patrick Garcia, Pauleen Luna, and newcomer... |
Aldo |
Awards and nominations
- Movie Actor of the Year 14th Star Awards for Movies Batang PX
- Best Performer Young Critics Circle Awards Batang PX
- Best Actor Nominee FAP Awards Batang PX
- Best Actor Nominee Urian Awards Batang PX
- Teenage Actor of the Year Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Awards
- Best Young Performer Parangal ng Bayan Awards
- German Moreno Youth Achievers Awardee 46th Annual FAMAS Awards
- Favorite Actor of the Year People's Choice Awards Batang PX
- Best Child Actor FAMAS Awards
- Best Supporting Actor Nominee Urian Awards