Bobby Andrews
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Bobby Andrews | |
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| Born | Robert Riu Andrews November 30, 1976[1] |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, TV host, Matinee Idol |
| Years active | 1995–present |
| Agent | Viva Artists Agency (1995–present) |
| Political party | Lakas–CMD |
Robert Riu Andrews (born November 30, 1976[1]), popularly known as Bobby Andrews, is a Filipino actor, TV host and former matinee idol. Starting out as a commercial model, he rose to fame when he teamed up with Angelu de Leon in the famous teen-oriented television show T.G.I.S.[2][3][4] and its sequel Growing Up.
Acting career
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In 2009, Andrews appeared in the Philippine remake series of Zorro aired on GMA Network. He was part of the installment of Sine Novela called Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit with Iza Calzado, Wendell Ramos and Angelika dela Cruz.
In 2010, he went back to ABS-CBN to become part of the Precious Hearts Romances Presents of Martha Cecila's Impostor. He was also seen in the hit primetime remake of Emil Cruz Jr.'s Mara Clara.
Television success
[edit]In the 1990s, Andrews gained fame with the hit GMA-7 and Viva television show T.G.I.S., a teen-and-youth-oriented show which pioneered teen television dramas in the Philippines. In 1997, he did the hit soap Ikaw Na Sana and ended with a movie with his co-star and then-screen partner Angelu de Leon.
In 1998, he became part of GMA soaps such as Ganyan Kita Kamahal and Halik sa Apoy. In 2002, he was part of the melodramatic soap Sana ay Ikaw na Nga. In 2004, he came to ABS-CBN to star in the now-defunct hit memorable first fantasy television drama Marina.
In 2005, he became part of GMA-7's first fantasy series Encantadia The First Season and 2006's Agawin Mo Man ang Lahat. In 2007, he came back to primetime as Ronald Santilian in the primetime series Walang Kapalit and 2008's, Lobo as a supporting role. In 2009, he was part of the Sine Novela afternoon soap Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit. In 2010, he was in the afternoon hit soap Martha Cecila's Impostor which topped the afternoon line up and was mostly seen daily on the primetime remake of Emil Cruz Jr.'s Mara Clara as Amanthe Del Valle.
Political career
[edit]Andrews entered into politics when he filed his candidacy for councilor in Quezon City's 4th district for the May 2022 polls under Lakas–CMD. He was included in the Malayang Quezon City coalition of Anakalusugan partylist representative Mike Defensor.[5]
However, he failed to win a seat in the city council when he got the 8th place in the official count.[6]
In 2023, Andrews filed his candidacy for the October 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections for Barangay Captain in Quezon City's 4th district, Barangay Sacred Heart. Andrews lost once again after placing 2nd, losing to incumbent candidate, Camille Malig David.
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Sabado Nights | Jerome |
| 1996 | Wanted Perfect Mother | Arnel |
| 1996 | Takot Ka Ba Sa Dilim | Jude |
| 1997 | Wala Na Bang Pag-ibig | Eric |
| 1999 | Katawan | Andres |
| 2001 | Abakada... Ina | Jojo |
| Susmaryosep! Four Fathers | Fr. Ep | |
| 2002 | Mga Batang Lansangan Ngayon | |
| Mahal Kita, Final Answer | Kenneth | |
| 2003 | Sukdulan | Roy |
| 2004 | Annie B. | Alberto |
| Masikip sa Dibdib: The Boobita Rose Story | ||
| Volta | Oh-Vlading | |
| Lastikman: Unang Banat | Adan | |
| 2006 | Kapag Tumibok ang Puso: Not Once, But Twice | |
| 2007 | A Love Story | Roy |
| Resiklo | Dos | |
| 2008 | For the First Time | Mike Villaraza |
| Magkaibigan | Lito | |
| 2010 | You to Me Are Everything | Atty. Ronnie Domingo |
| Vox Populi | ||
| 2011 | In the Name of Love | Neil |
| Tween Academy: Class of 2012 | Robin's father | |
| My House Husband: Ikaw Na! | Ariel | |
| 2013 | Ano ang Kulay ng Mga Nakalimutang Pangarap? | |
| Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy | Jack | |
| 2014 | Talk Back and You're Dead | Teddy Pendleton |
| 2015 | Felix Manalo | Apolinario "Inar" Ramos |
| 2017 | Deadma Walking | Doctor |
| 2018 | Kasal | Alfie |
| 2020 | Suarez: The Healing Priest |
Television
[edit]Personal life
[edit]Andrews is married to a Chinese woman named Bienne Co. They have two children.[citation needed]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Date of birth of Bobby Andrews". abs-cbn news. November 30, 2009. Archived from the original on December 8, 2021.
- ^ "WHERE ARE THEY NOW: TGIS Batch 1 stars". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 11, 2020.
- ^ "Bobby Andrews, Angelu de Leon revive their roles in new 'T.G.I.S'". LionhearTV. November 6, 2012. Retrieved May 11, 2020.
- ^ "Throwback: Growing up in the '90s, 'TGIS' and all". GMA News. Retrieved May 11, 2020.
- ^ "Bobby Andrews, Angelu de Leon to run for local posts". ABS-CBN News. September 29, 2021. Retrieved November 14, 2021.
- ^ Global, Philstar (May 15, 2022). "Celebrities who won and lost in 2022 polls". Philstar. Retrieved May 15, 2022.
External links
[edit]- Filipino male film actors
- Living people
- 1976 births
- GMA Network personalities
- ABS-CBN personalities
- TV5 (Philippine TV network) personalities
- Viva Artists Agency
- American male actors of Filipino descent
- Filipino people of American descent
- Filipino male comedians
- Lakas–CMD politicians
- Filipino male television actors
- Male actors from Makati
- Comedians from Makati