Biography
Who is Julia Montes?
Early life and real name
Mara Hautea Schnittka was born on March 19, 1995, in Quezon City, Philippines. She is of German and Filipino descent. Her mother, Gemma Hautea, raised her with the help of her grandmother, Flory Hautea, after her father, Martin Schnittka, left the family. Julia Montes has two younger brothers named Patrick and Paolo. She attended the Blessed Hope Christian School and finished her high school education there with good grades. She later pursued culinary studies at the Center for Culinary Arts in Manila.
Career beginnings
Julia Montes began her screen career as a child actress on the GMA Network show Sana ay Ikaw na Nga in 2001. She also appeared in the drama anthology series Magpakailanman. Eventually, she moved to ABS-CBN. She played younger versions of characters in series like Hiram, Ligaw Na Bulaklak, and I Love Betty La Fea. In 2005, she joined the cast of the comedy program Goin' Bulilit and remained there until 2008.
Rising to stardom
The success of Mara Clara led to more prominent roles. In 2011, she appeared in the teen drama Growing Up and made her film debut in the family drama Way Back Home. She gained significant recognition for her role in the 2012 romantic drama series Walang Hanggan. She starred as Katerina Alcantara alongside Coco Martin. This series received high viewership and was named the most watched show in the second half of 2012.
Filmography and accolades
Julia Montes has also built a career in cinema. In 2013, she played Jillian Linden in the romantic drama A Moment in Time. This role resulted in a FAMAS Award nomination for Best Actress. She also starred in the romantic horror film Halik sa Hangin in 2015, where she played the character Mia Generoso. This performance earned her a nomination from the Young Critics Circle.
Birthday and age
Julia Montes was born on March 19, 1995, which makes Julia 31 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Julia shares the date with 49 other famous people.
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