Biography
Who is Piolo Pascual?
Early life and education
Piolo Jose Nonato Pascual was born in Malate, Manila. He is the youngest of six children born to Philip Victoriano Pascual and Amelia Nonato Pascual. His father worked as an actor and a casting director for international film productions in the Philippines.
He attended St. Francis School in Santa Ana, Manila, where he participated in the theater group. Later, he enrolled at the University of Santo Tomas. While at the university, he studied general education before switching his focus to physical therapy.
How Piolo became famous
The actor started his professional path in 1993 with a small role in The Vizconde Massacre Story. He appeared on the talent show That's Entertainment in 1994. This television appearance helped launch his career in the entertainment industry.
He achieved significant fame through the 1997 soap opera Esperanza, starring alongside Judy Ann Santos. The pair became a famous duo, appearing in several films and series together. Their collaborative projects, including Till There Was You, earned over P100 million at the box office.
Career highlights and music
In 2002, he starred in the period film Dekada '70. This performance earned him several accolades, including Best Supporting Actor wins at the FAMAS Awards and the PMPC Star Awards for Movies. He also appeared in the crime thriller On the Job, which was screened at the Cannes Film Festival.
Piolo Pascual is also a successful recording artist. His debut album, Piolo, achieved platinum status, and his fifth solo album, Timeless, reached triple platinum. He was also a member of the all-male musical group known as The Hunks.
Business ventures and personal life
Beyond acting, he co-founded the independent film company Spring Films. He has also moved into the hospitality industry. In 2022, he and Kathryn Bernardo opened Isla Amara, a boutique hotel located in El Nido, Palawan.
He has one son named Iñigo Dominic Lázaro Pascual. In 2018, he also expanded into the food industry by opening a shawarma franchise. He has been romantically linked to Shaina Magdayao as of 2024.
Birthday and age
Piolo Pascual was born on January 12, 1977, which makes Piolo 49 years old today. That birthday falls under the Capricorn sign. Piolo shares the date with 65 other famous people.
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