Rufa Mae Quinto
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Rufa Mae Quinto (born May 28, 1978) is a Filipino
actress, comedienne, and television host.
Quinto has won four PMPC Star Awards and is one of the most bankable stars in the industry with top grosser films like Apat, Dapat- Dapat, Apat, Pasukob, Desperadas, Manay Po 2, I.T.A.L.Y. & Desperadas 2. Quinto is known for her funny expressions such as "Ok, fine", "`Todo Na 'To!", "Pasensiya Na", "Para sa Bayan", "Move on", "GO GO GO!!!" and "To the highest level!!". Although Quinto is a talent of GMA Network
, she is one of the few actresses managed by Boy Abunda
, a personality from the rival TV station ABS-CBN
.
Quinto started her showbiz career after landing a spot in That's Entertainment (1996). Her biggest break was Gloria, Gloria Labandera (1997). Quinto is widely known for playing the character "Booba" and "Boobita Rose" in both hit movies, a role for which Quinto inspired an international catchphrase in the Philippine vernacular to refer to a lack of English fluency as having a "nose bleed".
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...
actress, comedienne, and television host.
Quinto has won four PMPC Star Awards and is one of the most bankable stars in the industry with top grosser films like Apat, Dapat- Dapat, Apat, Pasukob, Desperadas, Manay Po 2, I.T.A.L.Y. & Desperadas 2. Quinto is known for her funny expressions such as "Ok, fine", "`Todo Na 'To!", "Pasensiya Na", "Para sa Bayan", "Move on", "GO GO GO!!!" and "To the highest level!!". Although Quinto is a talent of 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...
, she is one of the few actresses managed by Boy Abunda
Boy Abunda
Eugenio "Boy" R. Abunda, Jr. is a Filipino television host, publicist, talent manager and celebrity endorser. He is dubbed as the "King of Talk" in local show business.-Early life:Boy Abunda was born in Borongan City, Eastern Samar...
, a personality from the rival TV station 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 ...
.
Quinto started her showbiz career after landing a spot in That's Entertainment (1996). Her biggest break was Gloria, Gloria Labandera (1997). Quinto is widely known for playing the character "Booba" and "Boobita Rose" in both hit movies, a role for which Quinto inspired an international catchphrase in the Philippine vernacular to refer to a lack of English fluency as having a "nose bleed".
Television
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| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2011 | Daldalita Daldalita Daldalita is a Philippine drama-fantasy-musical TV series produced by GMA Network. It stars child actress Jillian Ward in the title role, with Ogie Alcasid, Manilyn Reynes, Rufa Mae Quinto, love team Elmo Magalona and Julie Anne San Jose and with the special participation of 90's hit... |
Cherry | 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... |
| MOMents MOMents MOMents is an award winning Filipino talk show hosted by Gladys Reyes and aired on Net 25. It is a show for mothers and kids that feature the different bonding moments, child-rearing styles and the many facets of motherhood... |
Net 25 | ||
| Dwarfina Dwarfina Dwarfina is a telefantasya produced by GMA Network starring Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo. The show was originally to be aired November 2010 but was postponed to January 10, 2011. The show premiered on January 12, 2011 on GMA Pinoy TV, two days after its original airdate... |
Duwenkikay | 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... |
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| 2010 | Kaya ng Powers | Margaret Powers | |
| Diva | Lady | ||
| 2009 | 14 Going Steady: Bubble Gang's 14th Anniversary Special | Herself | |
| SRO Cinemaserye: Moshi-Moshi... I Love You | Perseveranda | ||
| Darna Darna (2009 TV series) Darna is a superhero Philippine drama adapted from Mars Ravelo's fictional superheroine of the same name; directed by Dominic Zapata and developed by Jun Lana. It is the third series based on the Darna graphic novels by Mars Ravelo... |
Francesca | ||
| 2008 | Dyesebel Dyesebel (TV series) Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel is a fantasy Philippine drama that aired on GMA Network. It is an adaptation of a famous graphic novel about a mermaid created by Mars Ravelo.... |
Muruha | |
| 2007–2008 | Whammy! Push Your Luck Whammy! Push Your Luck Whammy! Push Your Luck is a GMA Network TV program based on the American game show Press Your Luck and its updated version Whammy! The All-New Press Your Luck. It aired weeknights before 24 Oras on GMA Telebabad. The series, hosted by Paolo Bediones and Rufa Mae Quinto, ran from October 8, 2007 to... |
Host | |
| MariMar MariMar (Philippine TV series) MariMar was a Philippine drama previously being broadcast in GMA Network, starring Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes.Though a remake-adaptation of a Mexican telenovela the setting and some of the storylines were altered. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal and Mac Alejandre, the series premiered on August... |
Fifi's voice | ||
| 2007–present | Showbiz Central Showbiz Central Showbiz Central is a Philippine showbiz-oriented talk show which airs every Sunday on GMA Network with a simulcast over DZBB Super Radyo. The show preceded S-Files, a former showbiz talk show that completed a successful 8 year run... |
Co-Host | |
| 2006 | 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:... |
Ms. Patti/Ms. Aero/Aerobika | |
| 2005–2007 | Hokus Pokus Hokus Pokus HP: To The Highest Level Na! was a situational comedy television show in the Philippines aired every Saturday evenings by GMA Network. The show was part of the network's GMA KiliTV block.-Plot:... |
Candy | |
| 2004 | Marinara Marinara (TV series) Marinara is a Fantasy/Comedy series produced by GMA Network, Inc. and directed by Enrico Quizon and Soxy Topacio. Dubbed as the first "Kwelanovela", Marinara was launched June, 2004 as part of the network's 54th anniversary.- Synopsis :... |
Marie/Dolphina/Aira | |
| 2002–2003 | Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw or My One And Only Love is the first ever "cine novela" in Philippine television. It was the grandest production GMA Network ever had with budget similar to a film project. Produced by GMA Network, Inc and directed by Joyce Bernal and Lore Reyes... |
Liberty aka "Libay" | |
| 2002–2010 | SOP Rules | Co-Host | |
| 2000–2005 | Idol Ko Si Kap Idol Ko si Kap Idol Ko si Kap is a situational comedy television show in the Philippines aired every Saturday evenings by GMA Network from 2000 to 2005. The show was part of the network's GMA KiliTV block... |
Candy | |
| 2000 | Arriba! Arriba! | Jennifer Lapis | 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 ... |
| 1999–present | Bubble Gang Bubble Gang Bubble Gang is a sketch comedy television show in the Philippines. It airs every Friday evenings by GMA Network. The show is part of the network's GMA KiliTV block. Currently, it is now the longest-running gag show in Philippine television. The TV program is known for their parodies of TV... |
Herself | 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... |
| 1998–2003 | Kool Ka Lang Kool Ka Lang Kool Ka Lang is a mixed action and situational comedy television show in the Philippines. It aired Tuesday evenings on the GMA Network from 1998 to 2003. The show was part of the network's GMA KiliTV block.-Plot:... |
Booba | |
| 1998–2002 | Ispup Ispup Ispup was a sketch comedy show produced by ABC5 which features parodies of several Philippine television shows and advertisements with actors impersonating political and notable personalities such as Joseph Estrada, Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Cardinal Jaime Sin, among others... |
Herself | TV5 Associated Broadcasting Company The Associated Broadcasting Company, Inc is a television network in the Philippines, with main broadcast facilities and transmitter located at 762 Quirino Highway, San Bartolome, Novaliches, Quezon City. The network was previously known as the , Associated Broadcasting Company remains the legal... |
| 1998–1999 | Subic Bay | ||
| 1998 | Tropang Trumpo Tropang Trumpo Tropang Trumpo was a Filipino gag show, produced by the TV5 and aired from 1994 to 1998.-History:... |
Herself | TV5 Associated Broadcasting Company The Associated Broadcasting Company, Inc is a television network in the Philippines, with main broadcast facilities and transmitter located at 762 Quirino Highway, San Bartolome, Novaliches, Quezon City. The network was previously known as the , Associated Broadcasting Company remains the legal... |
| 1997–2000 | Anna Karenina Anna Karenina (Philippine TV series) - Cast and characters :Main Cast*Antoinette Taus as Anna Karenina "Anna" Monteclaro*Sunshine Dizon as Anna Karenina "Karen" Villarama*Kim delos Santos as Anna Karenina "Nina" Fuentebella*Tanya Garcia as "Grace" San Victores... |
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... |
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| 1997 | Mixed N.U.T.S | Herself | |
| 1996–1997 | Super Laff-In Super Laff-In Super Laff-In is a comedy gag show on ABS-CBN from and GMA Network . The 1996-1999 season re-airs on the Kapamilya Channel.-1969-1972:* Ramon Zamora†* Mitch Valdes * June Keithley... |
Herself | 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 ... |
| 1995–1996 | Saturday Entertainment That's Entertainment (TV series) That's Entertainment is a defunct Filipino youth-oriented talent and variety show aired by GMA Network.-History:The show was launched on January 6, 1986 by GMA Network and gained popularity almost overnight among young audiences who were on the lookout for idols of their own. Hosted by German... |
Herself | 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... |
| 1994–1996 | Ober Da Bakod Ober Da Bakod Ober Da Bakod was a Philippine sitcom produced by Viva Television and co-produced and broadcast by GMA Network from 1992–1997.-Plot:The brothers Mokong and Bubuli have feelings for the rich sisters Honey Grace and Barbie... |
Pegassu | |
| 1994–1996 | That's Entertainment That's Entertainment (TV series) That's Entertainment is a defunct Filipino youth-oriented talent and variety show aired by GMA Network.-History:The show was launched on January 6, 1986 by GMA Network and gained popularity almost overnight among young audiences who were on the lookout for idols of their own. Hosted by German... |
Herself | |
Movies
- Kalabog en Bosyo (1994)
- Grepor Butch Belgica Story (1995)
- Manalo, Matalo, Mahal Kita (1995)
- Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa (1996)
- DyesebelDyesebelDyesebel is a popular mermaid character in the Philippines. The comic book character was originally conceived by the Filipino comic book illustrator, Mars Ravelo. Dyesebel is a prominent character in Philippine cinema and television.-1953: Dyesebel:...
(1996) - April Boys: Sana Makapiling Muli Ako (1996)
- Ang Tipo Kong Lalake, Maginoo Pero Medyo Bastos (1996)
- Paracale Gang (1996)
- Pipti Pipti (1996)
- Pablik Enemi 1 n 2: Aksidental Heroes (1997)
- Si Mokong, si Astig, at si Gamol (1997)
- Gloria, Gloria Labandera (1997)
- Papunta Ka Pa Lang, Babalik na Ako (1997)
- Anak ni Boy Negro (1997)
- Magkapalad (1997)
- Habang Nasasaktan Lalong Tumatapang (1997)
- Parak: The Bobby Barbers Story (1997)
- Matinik na Bading, Mga Syukang Buking (1997)
- Squala (1998)
- Ang Erpat Kong Astig (1998)
- Sumigaw Ka Hanggang Gusto Mo (1999)
- Bayadra Brothers (1999)
- Dahil May Isang Ikaw (1999)
- BulletBulletA bullet is a projectile propelled by a firearm, sling, or air gun. Bullets do not normally contain explosives, but damage the intended target by impact and penetration...
(1999) - Asin at Paminta (1999)
- Ako ang Lalagot sa Hininga Mo (1999)
- Mana-mana Tiba-tiba (2000)
- Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw (2000)
- Booba (2001)
- Baliktaran: Si Ace at si Daisy (2001)
- Radyo (2001)
- Pagdating ng Panahon (2001)
- Mahal Kita: Final Answer!(2002)
- Super BSuper BFor the video game, see Super B Super B is a Greek local radio and television station serving all of the Achaia prefecture. Its headquarters are in Patras and is located at Othonos-Amalias Avenue at around the top floor where its TV channel is posted in the north section of the building next to...
(2002) - Hula Mo, Huli Ko (2002)
- A.B. Normal College: Todo na 'yan, Kulang pa 'yun (2003)
- Captain BarbellCaptain BarbellCaptain Barbell is a fictional Filipino superhero created by writer Mars Ravelo and artist Jim Fernandez. He first appeared in Pinoy Komiks #5 .-Character history:...
(2003) - Masikip sa DibdibMasikip sa DibdibMasikip sa Dibdib is a 2004 Filipino comedy film, directed by well-known romance/comedy director Joyce E. Bernal. The film was released to Philippine theaters on April 14, 2004...
(2004) - La Visa Loca (2005)
- D' AnothersD' AnothersD' Anothers is a 2005 comedy-horror film starring Vhong Navarro and Toni Gonzaga released under Star Cinema, ABS-CBN Film Productions.-Plot summary:The Resurreccion's ancestral mansion is believed to have a portal to the other world...
(2005) (Cameo role) - Ako Legal Wife: Mano Po 4?! (2005)
- Oh, My Ghost! (2006)
- Apat Dapat, Dapat ApatApat Dapat, Dapat ApatApat Dapat, Dapat Apat: Friends 4 Lyf and Death is a Philippine comedy film, focusing on friendship between four friends.-Plot:Four women named Res , Gay , Dolly and Brite who swore to be friends forever, become domestic helpers when they go over to another country...
(2007) - PasukobPasukobPasukob is a comedy film produced by OctoArts Films and directed by Wenn V. Deramas. Ai Ai de las Alas and Rufa Mae Quinto are once again teamed up after Booba in 2001, this time playing the roles of distant sisters...
(2007) - Desperadas (2008)
- Manay Po 2! Overload (2008)
- I.T.A.L.Y.I.T.A.L.Y.I.T.A.L.Y. is a romantic comedy starring Jolina Magdangal, Dennis Trillo and Rufa Mae Quinto, produced and distributed by GMA Films. The film was filmed in three different continents: Asia, Europe and Africa. Filming went on in Europe and had a September 17, 2008 release instead of the original...
(2008) - Desperadas 2Desperadas 2Desperadas 2 is a Philippine film which is an official entry to the 34th Metro Manila Festival. It is the sequel of Desperadas starring Ruffa Gutierrez, Rufa Mae Quinto, Iza Calzado, and Marian Rivera reprise their roles and are joined by Ogie Alcasid.- Plot :The story of Desperadas 2 is about...
(2008) - Status: Single (2009)
- OMG (Oh, My Girl!)OMG (Oh, My Girl!)OMG is a romantic comedy film produced by Philippines' Regal Entertainment and directed by Ploning helmer Dante Nico Garcia. The film is about friendship and love in the entertainment industry....
(2009) - Kimmy DoraKimmy DoraKimmy Dora is a 2009 comedy Philippine movie directed by Joyce Bernal and written by Chris Martinez. It tells the story of twin sisters Kimmy and Dora, both played by Eugene Domingo...
(2009) - WapakmanWapakmanWapakman is a Philippine superhero film directed by Topel Lee and starring eight-division world boxing champion Manny Pacquiao. It was released on December 25, 2009 as an entry to the 2009 Metro Manila Film Festival.-Cast:...
(2009) - Si Agimat at si Enteng KabisoteSi Agimat at si Enteng KabisoteSi Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote is an action comedy fantasy crossover film directed by Tony Reyes which stars, Vic Sotto and Sen. Bong Revilla. This was the union of their famous characters in one blockbuster movie which grossed a P31M on its opening day.-Cast:*Vic Sotto as Enteng Kabisote* Sen...
(2010) - Temptation IslandTemptation Island (2011 film)Temptation Island is a 2011 Philippine comedy film produced and released by GMA Films and Regal Films. The film is a remake of the 1980 film of the same name.-Production:...
- Care Divas (2011)
Personal life
- Eldest daughter in the brood of seven.
- She is the second-degree cousin of Jean GarciaJean GarcíaJessica Maitim is a Filipina television and film actress, better known as Jean Garcia who hails from Angeles City, Pampanga.-Biography:...
, who also came from That's Entertainment, and of course, the second-degree aunt of Jennica GarciaJennica GarciaJennica Alexis Maitim Garcia is a Filipina actress and the daughter of Jean Garcia.She has a GMA Network Artist contract.-Biography:...
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- Rufa used to be the girlfriend of singer Erik SantosErik SantosRhoderick Ramos Santos , more commonly known as simply Erik Santos, is a Filipino singer, actor, TV host, commercial model, and the winner of the ABS-CBN program Star In A Million Season 1 in January 2004.-Early life:...
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- Rufa Mae-Dingdong-Jessa triangle finds closure after seven year US immigrants Dingdong Avanzado and Jessa Zaragoza arrived in the Philippines with their daughter Jayda, while before doing a series of concerts in Australia. Rufa Mae was Dingdong's exclusive date and she was a close friend of Jessa. Things got sour as the two friends fought over Dingdong. Dingdong and Jessa faced Rufa Mae as Showbiz Central's Juror on July 15, 2007 in a no-holds barred interview. On May 4, 2008, Rufa formally presented, at Showbiz CentralShowbiz CentralShowbiz Central is a Philippine showbiz-oriented talk show which airs every Sunday on GMA Network with a simulcast over DZBB Super Radyo. The show preceded S-Files, a former showbiz talk show that completed a successful 8 year run...
, GMA Broadway Studios, her Hong KongHong KongHong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
-based American boyfriendBoyfriendA boyfriend is a person's regular male companion in a romantic or sexual relationship, although normally not in long-term committed relationships, where other titles A boyfriend is a person's regular male companion in a romantic or sexual relationship, although normally not in long-term committed...
Bobby Lopez.
- On August 30, 2007,burglars broke into Quinto's house in an exclusive subdivision in Quezon CityQuezon CityQuezon City is the former capital and the most populous city in the Philippines. Located on the island of Luzon, Quezon City is one of the cities and municipalities that make up Metro Manila, the National Capital Region. The city was named after Manuel L...
as she lost valuable property worth P2 million (watchWatchA watch is a small timepiece, typically worn either on the wrist or attached on a chain and carried in a pocket, with wristwatches being the most common type of watch used today. They evolved in the 17th century from spring powered clocks, which appeared in the 15th century. The first watches were...
worth P1.2 million, a laptopLaptopA laptop, also called a notebook, is a personal computer for mobile use. A laptop integrates most of the typical components of a desktop computer, including a display, a keyboard, a pointing device and speakers into a single unit...
, and valuables found inside her bag).
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | ||
| 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress Awardee | 2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actress Awardee for Bubble Gang & Female Star of the Night |
| 2006 | 20th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Comedy Actress for Bubble Gang | ||
| 2002 | 16th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Comedy Actress for Ispup | ||
| 2000 | 14th PMPC Star Awards | Supporting Actress for Dahil May Isang Ikaw |