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Gardo Versoza

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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Torres and the surname or paternal family name is Polintan.

Gardo Versoza
Born
Mennen Torres Polintan

(1969-07-08) July 8, 1969 (age 55)
Antipolo, Rizal, Philippines
Other namesCupcake
Occupations
Years active1988–present
Spouse
Ivy Vicencio
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(m. 2019)​
Children1

Mennen Torres Polintan (born July 8, 1969), known professionally as Gardo Versoza, is a Filipino actor and comedian.

Career

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According to George Vail Kabristante, a writer for The Manila Times, Polintan's film career began in 1988, when his mentor Carlo Finioni cast him in the drama film Hamunin ang Bukas.[1] Early in his career, he used the screen name "Niño Espedilla" and appeared in films such as Sabik sa Halik, Machete II, Halimuyak ng Babae, and Kirot.[2]

He later starred in action movies, including roles in Cesar Climaco, Mison, and Ka Hector.[citation needed] Versoza portrayed historical figures in films such as José Rizal (1998), in which he played Andres Bonifacio, and Sisa, where he portrayed Jose Rizal / Pepe.[citation needed] His television credits include roles such as Domingo in Mula sa Puso, Camilo San Carlos in It Might Be You, and Apo Abukay Sugo.

Versoza has also made guest appearances on various shows on ABS-CBN and the GMA Network, including Bubble Gang, Maalaala Mo Kaya, Hokus Pokus, and Magpakailanman.[citation needed] In 2019, he portrayed policeman Ulysses Balthazar on Sandugo and the villainous drug dealer Lazaro Enriquez on FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. Both shows aired on ABS-CBN.[3][4]

In early 2016, he began using the moniker "Cupcake",[5] a nickname given to him by his best friend, Ai-Ai delas Alas.[citation needed]

Personal life

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Versoza is married to Ivy Vicencio and they have a son named Deity Uziel.[6][7][8]

Filmography

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Film

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  • Hamunin ang Bukas... (1988)[1]
  • Onyong Majikero (1991) as George
  • Magdalena S. Palacol Story (1991)
  • Ubos Na ang Luha Ko (1991) as Nando
  • Zaldong Tisoy (1991)
  • Ilalaban Kita ng Patayan (1991) as Val Saldivia
  • Lumayo Ka Man sa Akin (1992)
  • Sana Kahit Minsan (1992) as Tony
  • Paminsan-minsan (1992)
  • Stella Magtangol (1992)
  • Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) (1992)
  • Taong Gubat (1993)
  • Isang Linggong Pag-ibig (1993)
  • Kumusta Ka Aking Mahal (1993)
  • Ayaw Ko ng Nangarap (1993) as Edward
  • Isang Linggong Pag-Ibig (1993)
  • Bawal Na Gamot (1994) as Jimbo
  • Machete 2: Pure Awesomeness (1994) as David
  • Sana'y Laging Magkapiling (1994)
  • Ka Hector (1995)
  • Kandugan (1995)
  • Kirot 2 (1995) as Dino
  • Sabik sa Halik (1995) as Rico
  • Halimuyak ng Babae (1996)
  • Medrano (1996) as David Medrano
  • Kristo (1996) as Gestas
  • Emong Salvacion: Humanda Ka, Oras Mo Na (1997) as Rocky
  • Mabango (1997)
  • The Mariano Mison Story (1997) as Dennis
  • Ang Lalaki sa Buhay ni Selya (1998) as Bobby
  • Kid Manalo: Akin ang Ulo Mo! (1998)
  • Bawal (1998)
  • Kargado (1998) as Frido
  • Notoryus (1998) as SPO1 Dalisay (as Police Syndicate)
  • Jose Rizal (1998) as Andrés Bonifacio
  • Mula sa Puso: The Movie as Domingo (cameo)
  • Sisa (1999) as José Rizal a.k.a. Pepe
  • Ang Kabit ni Mrs. Montero (1999)
  • Sindak (1999) as Raul
  • Sa Piling ng Aswang (1999)
  • Huwag Mong Ubusin ang Bait Ko! (2000) as Franco Valero
  • Aagos ang Dugo (2001) as Gino
  • Kailangan Kita (2002)
  • Biyahera (2002)
  • Kiskisan (2003) as Marvin
  • Bigay Hilig (2003)
  • Kerida (2003)
  • Animal (originally titled Butakal: Sugapa sa Laman, 2004) as Ferdie
  • Woman of Breakwater (2004) as Dave
  • Mano Po III: My Love (2004)
  • Pinoy Blonde (2005)
  • First Day High (2006) as Rene Samartino
  • The Bicycle (2007)
  • Gulong (2007)
  • Prinsipe Sabong (2009)
  • Astig (2009)
  • MNL 143 (2012)
  • Bwakaw (2012)
  • Sisterakas (2012) as Husband of Bernadette
  • Sundalong Kanin (2014)
  • Hustisya (2014) as Gardo
  • The Prenup (2015) as Agaton Cayabyab
  • Wander Bra (2018) as Amado
  • Ayuda Babes (2021) as Kapitana
  • Third World Romance (2023)
  • Balota (2024)[9]

Online series

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Year Title Role
2020 The House Arrest of Us Rudy "Papawan" de Guzman

Television

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Year Title Role
1995 Bayani Diego Silang
1997–1999 Mula sa Puso Domingo
2001–2002 Biglang Sibol, Bayang Impasibol Carlos Herrero
2002–2003 Kung Mawawala Ka Edmund Amparo
2002–2003 Bituin Diony
2003 Wansapanatym: "Dwendeng Bahay"
2003–2004 It Might Be You Camillo San Carlos
2005 Ang Mahiwagang Baul: "Kung Bakit May Korona ang Bayabas" Mura-On
2005–2006 Sugo Apo Abukay
2006–2007 Atlantika Haring Agat
2006 Ang Kasagutan
2006–2007 Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko Kapitan Carling Ambing
2007 Komiks Presents: Pedro Penduko at ang Mga Engkantao Nanding
2007 Asian Treasures Socrates
2007 Sine Novela Presents: Kung Mahawi Man ang Ulap Pablo Acuesta
2007 Ysabella Young Perry Mendoza
2007–2008 Carlo J. Caparas' Kamandag King Saban
2008 Sine Novela Presents: Magdusa Ka Bernardo Doliente
2008 I Am KC: Time's Up! Mang Nolan
2008 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Basura" Jojo
2008–2009 Luna Mystika Dante / Sikano
2009 Sugat ng Kahapon Aldo
2009–2010 May Bukas Pa Gary
2009–2010 Katorse Don Anselmo Arcangel
2010 Rubi Arturo Dela Fuente
2010 Your Song Presents: Isla Mario
2010 The Celebrity Cook-Off Himself / Host
2010 Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Rosas" Nestor
2010 Untold Stories Mula sa Face to Face Various Roles
2010 Wansapanataym: "Zoila's Valentina" Luis Veneracion
2011 Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Bianong Bulag Ernesto Gutierrez
2011 Green Rose David Tobias
2011 Maalaala Mo Kaya: "TV" George Habijan
2011–2012 Amaya Rajah Mangubat
2011–2012 Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin Ferdinand Fuentebella
2012 Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Singsing" Piding
2012 Hiram na Puso Leonardo "Leo" Saavedra
2012 Felina: Prinsesa ng mga Pusa Arvin
2012–2013 Aso ni San Roque Kanlaon
2013 Never Say Goodbye Dindo Carpio
2013 Mga Basang Sisiw Efren Rodrigo
2013 Titser Sir Gil
2013 Genesis Ka Andoy
2014 Rhodora X Derick Ferrer
2014 Dading Alfredo "Mother Lexi" Ignacio
2014 Magpakailanman: "Ang Inang Yaya" Aniseto
2014–2015 More Than Words Victor Balboa
2015 Magpakailanman: "Love After the Storm" Joel
2015 Let the Love Begin Antonio "Tony" Sta. Maria / DJ Tony
2015–2016 The Half Sisters Santiago "Santi" Abarrientos III
2016 Ismol Family Sampaguita
2016 The Story of Us Ferdinand "Ferdie" Sandoval Sr.
2016 Juan Happy Love Story Rodrigo "Bayong" Villanueva
2016 A1 Ko Sa 'Yo Rolly Molina
2017 Destined to be Yours Teddy Obispo
2017 Tsuperhero Apo Amasam
2017 Hay, Bahay! Bernie Versace
2017 D' Originals Greg "Chef Logo" Buenaventura
2017 Wish Ko Lang: "Sa Kuweba ng Buhay" Lito
2017 Kambal, Karibal Noli Bautista
2018 Sirkus Leviticus / Levi
2018 Magpakailanman: "Our Crazy Love" Rommel
2018 Magpakailanman: "Takbo ng Buhay Ko" Acleng
2018 Dear Uge: "Nosi Balae" Izzy
2018 Magpakailanman: "Yuki - A Japinay Story" Monching
2018–2019 Onanay Dante Dimagiba
2019 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Lazaro Enriquez
2019–2020 Sandugo Ulysses Balthazar
2021 First Yaya Luis Prado
2021 Magpakailanman: "Batang Madrasta" Dan
2021 Magpakailanman: "A Girl Named Hipon" Ibhe
2022 Agimat ng Agila Zeus Limjoco
2022 Bolera Marco "Cobrador" Alcantara
2022 Flower of Evil Abel Villareal
2022 Magpakailanman: "I Bear for You" Miguel
2023 The Write One The President
2023–2024 Jack & Jill sa Diamond Hills Bobby G
2024 Pira-Pirasong Paraiso Daniel Paraiso
2024-2025 Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa Benito Balmores
2024 Lavender Fields Andres Flores
2025 Saving Grace Antonio Sarmiento
2025 Incognito Monching Santiago

References

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  1. ^ a b Kabristante, George Vail (July 31, 2021). "In memoriam: Manoling Morato had his heart for struggling indie producers". Facebook. Meta Platforms, Inc. Retrieved November 17, 2023. Finioni's entry billed "HAMUNIN ANG BUKAS"... launched Gardo Versoza who was then Finioni's discovery/protégée in a starring role with Cherie Gil...
  2. ^ "Gardo Versoza recalls Seiko days: "Maraming fond memories... yung mga love scenes at ang walang patumanggang pictorials na naka-trunks!"". www.pep.ph. Retrieved April 28, 2025.
  3. ^ "Gardo Versoza returns to ABS-CBN after three years; joins Ang Probinsyano". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 22, 2021.
  4. ^ "Sandugo | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 22, 2021.
  5. ^ Entertainment.ABS-CBN.com. "Pambansang 'cupcake' Gardo Versoza nag-stiletto sa ASAP Natin 'To! | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 22, 2021.
  6. ^ Arcadio, Ryan (May 26, 2019). "LOOK: Gardo Versoza marries longtime GF Ivy Vicencio in simple ceremony". Retrieved November 22, 2021.
  7. ^ "Gardo Versoza gets married to longtime GF in intimate wedding". msn.com. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  8. ^ Arcadio, Ryan (May 26, 2019). "LOOK: Gardo Versoza marries longtime GF Ivy Vicencio in simple ceremony". Inquirer Entertainment. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
  9. ^ Mallorca, Hannah (July 12, 2024). "Marian Rivera says 'Balota' serves as reminder why voting matters". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
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