Biography
Who is Sarah Geronimo?
Early life and beginnings
Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo-Guidicelli was born in Santa Cruz, Manila, on July 25, 1988. Her parents are Delfin and Divina. Her father worked as a lineman for PLDT, while her mother majored in economics at the University of Santo Tomas. Growing up, the family faced financial difficulties and moved often. She began singing at two years old and performed for crowds early in life. By age four, she appeared on programs like Ang TV and Penpen de Sarapen. She also had a background role in the 1995 film Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa. Her father served as her first vocal coach, sometimes using unconventional training methods like submerging her in water to strengthen her windpipe.
Musical achievements and rise to stardom
Sarah Geronimo became a known musical talent after winning the reality show Star for a Night on March 1, 2003, at the PhilSports Arena. She subsequently signed a deal with Viva Records. Her debut album, Popstar: A Dream Come True, achieved 5x platinum status in the Philippines. It featured tracks such as Forever's Not Enough and Sa Iyo. In 2004, she sang the Philippine National Anthem at the inauguration of Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.
Over the following years, she released many albums, including Becoming in 2006 and Taking Flight in 2007. Her twelfth studio album, The Great Unknown, included the song Tala, which became a significant cultural trend between 2019 and 2020. Her musical work has earned her numerous accolades, including 19 Awit Awards and 28 Myx Music Awards. In 2025, she started an independent label called G Music. She has also received international recognition, such as a Billboard Women in Music Award, an MTV Europe Music Award, and a World Music Award.
Acting roles and television work
Her career in film and television began with supporting roles in 2003, specifically Filipinas and Captain Barbell. She later took on leading parts in productions such as A Very Special Love and its sequels. For her performance in the final installment, It Takes a Man and a Woman, she received a Golden Screen Award for Best Actress. She also starred in the title role of the 2018 film Miss Granny, winning a Star Award for Best Actress.
On television, she appeared in series like Bituing Walang Ningning, Pangarap na Bituin, and 1DOL. Also, she served as a coach on The Voice of the Philippines and its spin-offs, The Voice Kids and The Voice Teens. She also hosted the talent competition Little Big Star. Her acting career also includes co-starring in the 2004 film Lastikman: Unang Banat.
Personal life and education
She attended the Dominican School Manila and later studied at the University of Santo Tomas Education High School. She completed her high school education through homeschooling at Angelicum College in 2007. Sarah Geronimo is married to Matteo Guidicelli. She has been recognized for her influence, including being named one of the most influential people in Asia by Tatler magazine in 2021. She was also named Woman of the Year by Billboard Philippines in 2024. Her career spans multiple decades, establishing her as a defining voice in the local pop music scene.
Birthday and age
Sarah Geronimo was born on July 25, 1988, which makes Sarah 38 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Sarah shares the date with 27 other famous people.
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