Judy Santos Filipino film and television actress, television presenter Date of Birth: 11.05.1978 Country: Philippines

Biography of Judy Ann Santos

Judy Ann Santos is a Filipino film and television actress, and television host. She is known for her versatility in the Philippine showbiz industry. Santos started her career as an actress at a young age, making her television debut in the show "Kaming Mga Ulila". In 1988, she made her big screen debut in the film "Silang Mga Sisiw Sa Lansangan". Although her film debut was not particularly notable, Santos gained recognition after starring in the television series "Ula, Ang Batang Gubat" in the same year.

However, it was her role in the television series "Mara Clara" in 1992 that made Judy Ann Santos truly famous. She went on to star in several other successful television projects such as "Esperanza" in 1996, "Basta't Kasama Kita" in 2003, "Sa Piling Mo" in 2006, and "Ysabella" in 2007. Santos also had a successful film career, with notable roles in films like "Sabel" in 2004, which earned her a "Gawad Urian" award for Best Actress, and "Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo" in 2006, which won her several awards including the Manila Film Festival's Best Actress award.

In addition to her acting career, Santos also ventured into producing. Her debut as a producer was in 2008 with the film "Ploning". The film received positive reviews and was showcased at film festivals in Palm Springs and Newport Beach. Although the Philippines had plans to submit the film for consideration in the Best Foreign Language Film category at the Oscars, it did not make the final five nominees.

Apart from her acting and producing endeavors, Santos also tried her hand at music, releasing three albums: "Judy Ann Santos" in 1999, "Bida Ng Buhay Ko" in 2001, and "Musika Ng Buhay Ko" in 2007. In recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry, Santos was awarded a star on the Philippine Walk of Fame in November 2006 and was included in the "Star Heaven" at the Mowelfund Compound in March 2007.

Judy Ann Santos married Ryan Agoncillo on April 28, 2009, and they have two children together, a son named Lucho and an adopted daughter named Yohan. In 2011, she was ranked second in the "Celebrities Who Ruled the Decade" list by the magazine "YES!". Santos has also been recognized for her numerous endorsement deals and her annual income. She is currently regarded as one of the most intriguing and promising figures in the Philippine showbiz industry.