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Edu Manzano

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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Barrios and the surname or paternal family name is Manzano.

Edu Manzano
Vice Mayor of Makati
In office
June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2001
MayorElenita Binay
Preceded byArturo Yabut
Succeeded byErnesto Mercado
Chairman of the Optical Media Board
In office
February 10, 2004 – August 20, 2009
PresidentGloria Macapagal Arroyo
Preceded byBong Revilla
Succeeded byRonnie Ricketts
Personal details
Born
Eduardo Luis Manzano y Barrios

(1955-09-14) September 14, 1955 (age 69)
San Francisco, California, U.S.
Citizenship
  • Spain
  • United States
  • Philippines
Political partyPMP (2018–present)
Other political
affiliations		Lakas–CMD (2001–2015)
Liberal (1997–2001)
Independent (2015–2018)
Spouses
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(m. 1980; ann. 1982)​
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(m. 1989; ann. 1991)​
Domestic partnerReggie Aspiras
Children4, including Luis
RelativesJessy Mendiola (daughter-in-law)
ResidenceSan Juan, Metro Manila
Alma materDe La Salle University
OccupationActor; television personality; comedian; politician
Military service
Branch/serviceUnited States Air Force
Years of service1973–1977
CommandsMissile Engineering Group, Strategic Air Command[1]
Battles/warsVietnam War

Eduardo "Edu" Barrios Manzano (Tagalog: [ˈʔɛdu manˈsanɔ]; born September 14, 1955) is a Filipino actor, television presenter, and politician. He hosted the game shows The Weakest Link, Pilipinas, Game KNB?, 1 vs. 100, Asar Talo Lahat Panalo!, and Game 'N Go.

Early life

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Eduardo Barrios Manzano was born on September 14, 1955, in San Francisco, California, United States to Hispanofilipino parents.

Manzano studied at De La Salle University in Manila.[2]

Acting career

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Manzano moved to the Philippines to pursue a full-time career with the local film industry. He was president of the actors’ group Katipunan ng mga Artista ng Pelikulang Pilipino in the 1990s.

He was part of ABS-CBN's roster of contract actors until he took leave to run for Vice President of the Philippines in the 2010 general elections. After losing in the elections, he elected to transition from show business to current affairs programs, and soon after, signed a contract and returned to GMA Network. [3][4]

In 2010, he hosted the pre-noontime game show Asar Talo Lahat Panalo!.

In 2011, he hosted Family Feud: The Showdown Edition. Manzano later defected to TV5 for a new TV show called Game 'N Go. In 2012, he joined the morning show called Good Morning Club.

In June 2017, Manzano returned to GMA Network to appear in Celebrity Bluff as a Master Bluffer.[5]

In 2018, he returned to ABS-CBN for a role in FPJ's Ang Probinsyano.[6]

Sporting career

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Aside from acting and political career, Manzano was once appointed as the executive vice-president of the Philippine Amateur Judo Association, and as an executive board member of the Philippine Olympic Committee.[7]

Political career

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Manzano entered politics in 1998 when he ran for Vice Mayor of Makati as a Liberal. He garnered a majority of votes in the election, but his proclamation was suspended due to a case filed which alleged that he was not a Filipino citizen because he was born in the United States.[8] The Supreme Court (Mercado v. Manzano) eventually ruled that he was indeed a Filipino citizen, clearing the way for his proclamation as Vice-Mayor. Following a three-year term, he lost his bid for campaign for Mayor of Makati in 2001 to Jejomar Binay.[9]

In February 2004, Manzano became the first chairman of the Optical Media Board (OMB), a government agency tasked with combating optical media piracy. He resigned from the position in August 2009.

Manzano ran as the Lakas–Kampi's candidate for Vice-President in the May 2010 election as the running mate of presidential candidate Gilbert Teodoro.[10] He lost again to Makati Mayor Jejomar Binay, placing fifth. [9][11]

In 2016, Manzano ran for a seat in the Senate, as part of the Partido Galing at Puso coalition of presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe.[12] He lost, finishing 21st overall.[13]

In 2019, Manzano ran for Representative of San Juan under the Pwersa ng Masang Pilipino.[14] However, he was disqualified by the COMELEC due to concerns regarding his citizenship. [15]

In 2022, Manzano supported Leni Robredo's campaign and some of its senatorial slate members,[11][16] but blasted his former rival Jejomar Binay, who was also a member of the slate,[9][11] and supported his friend and former running-mate Gilbert Teodoro's senatorial campaign.[17]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role
1980 Alaga
Romansa
1981 Mahinhin vs. Mahinhin Archie
Dear Heart The Professors
1982 Schoolgirls Nestor
1984 Working Girls Danny Prado
1985 Kapag Puso'y Sinugatan Junie
Kailan Tama ang Mali Ruben
Hindi Nahahati ang Langit Ronald
Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso? Dr. Francis Palma
Till We Meet Again Paquito
Sangley Point Robbery Bobby
Ano Ang Kulay Ng Mukha Ng Diyos? Rudy
1986 Paano Hahatiin ang Puso
Palimos ng Pag-ibig Rodel
Nakagapos Na Puso Rolly Enriquez
Captain Barbell Teng-Teng / Captain Barbell
Bilanggo sa Dilim Marissa's Date
1987 Alabok sa Ulap Vince
Jack & Jill Angelo Bartolome
Working Girls 2
1988 Huwag Mong Itanong Kung Bakit Lar Cuevas
Misis Mo, Misis Ko
Hati Tayo sa Magdamag Jerry Pangilinan
Babaing Hampaslupa Vincent
1989 Eagle Squad Edmund Morales
Isang Araw Walang Diyos Jay Molina
1990 Hanggang Kailan Ka Papatay? Joel Suarigi
Kaaway ng Batas Ryan
1991 Alyas Pogi: Birador ng Nueva Ecija Agapito Rodrigo
Onyong Majikero Abdul Akbar
Maging Sino Ka Man Gilbert
Kidlat ng Maynila: Joe Pring 2 Karim
Hindi Palulupig Basil
Capt. Jaylo (Batas sa Batas)
Sagad Hanggang Buto Zapanta
Boyong Mañalac: Hoodlum Terminator Mendez
Noel Juico, 16: Batang Kriminal Lt. Perez
Pretty Boy Hoodlum Bobby Imperial
Kumukulong Dugo Marco
Kapitan Jaylo Batas sa Batas Walang Sinasanto Lt. Orly Mendoza
Kung Patatawarin Ka ng Bala Ko! Dante
Darna Dominico Lipolico
Contreras Gang Mario Contreras
1992 Kailangan Kita Luis
Pangako Sa'yo Raymond
Alyas Boy Kano Boy Kano
Mahal Kita, Walang Iba Robbie
Shake, Rattle & Roll IV Arturo "Bodjie" Zerrudo
1993 Dugo ng Panday Conde
Magkasangga sa Batas Albert Moran (Jess Babida)
Galvez: Hanggang sa Dulo ng Mundo Hahanapin Kita Marvin Esguerra
Lt. Madarang: Iginuhit sa Dugo Lt. Lito Madarang
Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo
Task Force Habagat Col. Panfilo "Ping" Lacson
Di Na Natuto (Sorry Na, Puede Ba?) Bongbong
1994 Geron Olivar Frankie Montero
Ang Ika-Labing Isang Utos: Mahalin Mo, Asawa Mo Tony
Mars Ravelo's Darna! Ang Pagbabalik Max
Ah Sau Ging Gat: Si Gou Aat Sin Edu
Separada Dodie
Ismael Zacarias Ismael Zacarias
Wanted: Perfect Father Mr. Manyakis
Hong Tian Mi Ling Lt. Eddie Sapian
1995 Costales Capt. Daniel Costales
Batas Ko ang Katapat Mo Mike
Baby Love Benny Palanca
1996 Romano Sagrado: Talim sa Dilim Col. Zaragosa
Tubusin Mo ng Bala ang Puso Ko Atty. Lorenzo
Sa Kamay ng Batas Calderon
Ama, Ina, Anak Santi Alvarez
Kung Marunong Kang Magdasal, Umpisahan Mo Na Brando
1997 Totoy Hitman Allan Morales
I Do? I Die! (D'yos Ko Day!) Bernardo "Bernie" Mendiola
Mortal Kong Kaaway Kaibigang Tunay
Simaron, Barya Lang ang Halaga Ng Ulo Mo!
Minsan Lamang Magmamahal Manuel
Hanggang Dito Na Lang
Batang PX Danny
Bagsik ng Kamao Ibanez
1998 Anting-Anting
Jesus Salonga, Alyas Boy Indian
Puso ng Pasko Miguel Carpio
1999 Ang Kabit ni Mrs. Montero Cal Montero
Markado Tisoy
2000 Emilio Aguinaldo
Minsan, Minahal Kita Louie
Minsan Ko Lang Sasabihin Joker
Abandonada Edwin
Tanging Yaman Arturo "Art"
2001 Tatarin Ernesto
2003 Ang Tanging Ina Tony
2015 Halik sa Hangin John
2019 Just a Stranger
3pol Trobol: Huli Ka Balbon! Senator Simon Esguerra
2022 Mamasapano: Now It Can Be Told Gen. Benjamin Magalong

Television

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Year Title Role
1986–88 Not So Late Night With Edu Himself / Main host
1987–98 Palibhasa Lalake Budoy
1995–96 Emergency Himself / Host
1999 Di Ba't Ikaw Guiller
1999–2000 Labs Ko Si Babe Alvin
2001–02 The Weakest Link Himself / Quizmaster
2001–03 Sa Puso Ko Iingatan Ka Armand Montecillo
2002–03 Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay Henri Argos
2003; 2011 Unang Hirit Himself / Host
2003–06 OK Fine, 'To Ang Gusto Nyo! Junior
2004–05 MTB: Ang Saya Saya Himself / Host
2007 Walang Kapalit Ariston Borromeo
2007–09 Pilipinas, Game KNB? Himself / Host
Umagang Kay Ganda
2010 Asar Talo Lahat Panalo!
2011 Family Feud: The Showdown Edition
2012–13 Game 'N Go
2013 What's Up Doods?
2014 Face the People
2015 Bridges of Love Lorenzo Antonio
2016–17 Someone to Watch Over Me Gregor "Buddy" Chavez
2017 My Dear Heart Luke Divinagracia
Alyas Robin Hood Emilio Albano
2017–18 Celebrity Bluff Himself / Master Bluffer
2018–19 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Vice President/ President Lucas Cabrera
2018 Barangay 143 Commissioner Jack (dubbed voice)[18]
2020 24/7 Claudio Jacinto
2021–22 Marry Me, Marry You Emilio Legaspi
2022 Flower of Evil Henry Del Rosario
A Family Affair Don Frederico "Freddie" Estrella
2024–2025 Lavender Fields Vittorio Buenavidez

Discography

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  • Edu Manzano: Dancer of the Universe (Universal Records, 2008)[19]
  • World's Greatest Dance Steps[20] (Universal Records, 2007)

Personal life

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Manzano has three sons and a daughter.[21] Manzano was married to actress Vilma Santos from 1980 to 1982. They have a son named Luis, a TV host and actor.[22]

He was married to Maricel Soriano in 1989, but their marriage was subsequently annulled in 1991.[23]

He had a relationship with TV news anchor Pinky Webb but they broke up in 2009, before Manzano ran for vice president. [24] From 2021 until 2023, he was in a relationship with actress Cherry Pie Picache.[25]

Manzano's son Diego Aspiras (born 2004) is a footballer who plays for Spanish club Barcelona City. Diego is Manzano's son with celebrity chef Reggie Aspiras.[21][26]

Awards and nominations

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Year Award Giving Body Category Nominated Work Results
1987 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host "Not So Late Night With Edu" Won
2007 MYX Music Awards Favorite Guest Appearance in a Music Video "DVD" by Sandwich Nominated[27]
2009 1st MTRCB TV Awards Best Male Host Pilipinas, Game KNB? Won[28]
2020 Eastwood City Walk Of Fame Celebrity Inductee — Won[29]

References

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  1. ^ Horacio "Ducky" Paredes (November 19, 2009). "Getting to Know Edu Manzano". Malaya. Archived from the original on February 20, 2010.
  2. ^ "WASAK EP 032 EDU MANZANO". TV5. August 3, 2013.
  3. ^ "Edu Manzano says he's leaving showbiz for good". ABS-CBN News Online. March 23, 2010. Archived from the original on March 26, 2010. Retrieved March 24, 2010.
  4. ^ "PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal): Showbiz and Beyond". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
  5. ^ Manzano Returned to GMA Network.
  6. ^ "WATCH: Edu Manzano, labis ang pasasalamat sa "FPJ's Ang Probinsyano"". ent.abs-cbn.com. March 28, 2019.
  7. ^ "Edu to IOC Congress". The Philippine Star. May 15, 2000. Archived from the original on September 1, 2024. Retrieved September 1, 2024.
  8. ^ "Mercado vs Manzano : 135083 : May 26, 1999 : J. Mendoza : En Banc". Archived from the original on June 30, 2013. Retrieved March 10, 2012.
  9. ^ a b c "WATCH | 'Ampalaya pa more': Nancy Binay slams Edu Manzano for tweets vs dad Jojo - POLITIKO". politiko.com.ph. February 10, 2022. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
  10. ^ Katherine Evangelista, Miko L. Morelos (November 13, 2009). "Game show host Edu Manzano is Lakas bet for vice president". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on November 16, 2009. Retrieved 2009-11-13.
  11. ^ a b c "'Binay is a no-no': Edu Manzano not voting for ex-VP Jojo over corruption allegations - POLITIKO". politiko.com.ph. February 8, 2022. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
  12. ^ Ager, Maila (October 27, 2015). "Lacson: Poe dropped me from slate in favor of Edu Manzano". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on June 1, 2024. Retrieved September 1, 2024.
  13. ^ "Halalan 2016 - Partial and Unofficial Results". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on September 29, 2022. Retrieved September 1, 2024.
  14. ^ Talabong, Rambo (May 9, 2019). "Edu Manzano stands his ground: San Juan can still vote for me". Rappler. Retrieved December 30, 2020.
  15. ^ "Comelec disqualifies Edu Manzano over citizenship". www.pna.gov.ph. Retrieved November 22, 2024.
  16. ^ "Kahit nakakulong! Celebs express support for Leila's reelection bid - POLITIKO". politiko.com.ph. March 20, 2022. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
  17. ^ "Gibo Teodoro will make a good senator – Edu Manzano - POLITIKO". politiko.com.ph. February 15, 2022. Retrieved August 5, 2024.
  18. ^ Padayhag, Michelle Joy L. (October 21, 2018). "'Barangay 143' is all about basketball and Filipino culture". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
  19. ^ Lo, Ricky (September 17, 2008). "Edu not running in 2010 but will support MVP". Philstar.com. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
  20. ^ Lema, Karen (February 8, 2008). "At work, at play, the Philippines grooves to Papaya beat". Reuters. Retrieved August 2, 2021.
  21. ^ a b Miralles, Nitz (May 21, 2024). "Edu, may nilabas na ibang anak!" [Edu, revealed another child!]. Pang Masa (in Filipino). The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 4, 2024.
  22. ^ Severo, Jan Milo. "Vilma Santos recalls telling 'Lucky' about failed marriage with Edu Manzano". The Philippine Star.
  23. ^ Miralles, Nitz. "Maricel, inaming pinaghandaan ang reunion nila ni Edu". Pilipino Star Ngayon.
  24. ^ "Edu confirms breakup". The Philippine Star.
  25. ^ Severo, Jan Milo. "'We will always love each other': Cherry Pie Picache confirms breakup with Edu Manzano". The Philippine Star. Retrieved July 21, 2024.
  26. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (October 2, 2024). "Meet Diego Aspiras: the football star and son of Edu Manzano". PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Retrieved October 4, 2024.
  27. ^ Jocelyn Dimaculangan (March 15, 2007). "2nd MYX Music Awards to take place tonight, March 15". PEP. Retrieved October 18, 2016.
  28. ^ "MTRCB hands out its first TV Awards; Michael V and Bea Alonzo win acting trophies". Philippine Entertainment Portal. November 13, 2015. Retrieved November 13, 2015.
  29. ^ "LOOK: These personalities get star in Eastwood Walk of Fame". ABS-CBN News. January 13, 2020. Retrieved July 30, 2021.
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