Ever since the first moving picture in 1987 in Manila, Filipinos have been nothing but dedicated and proud of their work in cinema. Today, three decades later, our content has evolved into something of a phenomenon. So whether it’s singing, dancing, or acting, if you’re on the lookout for the top celebrities in the country, rest assured the Philippines is home to hundreds. Below, you can dive into six celebs who bring unrivaled talent to the table.

Sue Ramirez

Sue Ramirez’s career is already a long one despite her young age. The actress started her career in the TV series Mula sa puso (2011). Since then, the young celeb has tried her hand at singing, even made a significant name for herself in the film Ang Babaeng Allergic sa Wifi (2018). In 2020, Ramirez was cast in the Netflix drama film Finding Agnes, which is another solid stepping stone in her career.

Jason James Dy

Jason Dy is charming and has striking looks, but mind you, he isn’t just another pretty face. Born on June 19, 1990, he participated in the second season of The Voice of the Philippines (2014) where he performed in front of legends like apl.de.ap, Lea Salonga, Sarah Geronimo, and Bamboo Mañalacand. Dy came out as the victor for that season. Dy has earned titles of The Voice of R&B and Prince of Soul. Apart from the amazing covers available on his YouTube channel, in September 2020, he unveiled the amazing R&B track titled Gusto Ko Pa.

Bianca Gonzalez

Bianca Gonzalez is another popular actress who ranks among the top celebrities in the Philippines. She is well known for her roles in Di puwedeng hindi puwede! (1999), Squalor (2009), and Oh, My Girl!: A Laugh Story… (2009). She rose to fame after the invitation to Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition, where she landed third place, a contributing factor to much of her current fame.

Yexel Sebastian

There are thousands of YouTube stars worldwide, and Yexel Sebastian certainly stands out among them. The Pinoy who attended Blessed Trinity School of Las Piñas is famous for his short films like OK Lang Yan (2012), Smile (2013), and I Love You (2013). Nothing short of a collector at heart, the star also owns an impressive toy collection, which he shows off in his Yexel’s Toy Museum series.

Marian Rivera-Dantes

Although born in Madrid, Spain, Marian Rivera-Dantes Filipino roots have earned her fame as an actor and a producer. She is known for films like Super Inday and the Golden Bibe (2010), Amaya (2011), and Temptation of Wife (2012). She has bagged prestigious awards like the STAR Awards and Golden Screen TV Awards. She has also won FHM’s magazine Sexiest Woman award in 2008. In 2021, Dantes debuted as a stage actress in Password: 03d1pu5_r3x, a modern adaptation of Sophocles’ first play from the immortal Oedipus trilogy.

Angel Locsin

Born in Bulacan, Angel Locsin has gained popularity as an actress, film producer, model, fashion designer, and director. The first major assignment was her portrayal of Lyka in the television series Lobo. She is known for films like In the Name of Love (2011) and Darna (2005). Locsin also won the FAMAS Award and the Film Academy of the Philippines Award for best actress for her performance in One More Try (2012).