Jose Sixto “Dingdong” Gonzalez Dantes III, better known by his stage name Dingdong Dantes, is a famous Filipino actor, television host, and producer who has made significant contributions aside from his entertainment career.
He is actively involved in various philanthropic causes and uses his platform to advocate for the welfare and empowerment of Filipino youth.
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- Full name: Jose Sisto “Dingdong” Gonzalez Dantes III
- Stage name: Ding Dong Dantes
- Date of Birth: August 2, 1980
- Age: 44
- Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
- Nationality: Philippines
- Occupation: Actor, philanthropist
- Height: 1.8m
- Parents: Angeline González Dantes and Jose Sisto Z. Dantes Jr.
- Siblings: Jose Angelo Dantes, Aya Dantes, Victoria Dantes and Trina Dantes
- Spouse: Marian Rivera
- Children: Maria Letizia Dantes and José Sisto Dantes IV
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $3 million
Early life and education
Dingdong Dantes was born in Quezon City, Philippines on August 2, 1980. He was raised by his parents, Angeline González Dantes and José Sixto Z. Dantes Jr., and has four siblings: Jose Angelo Dantes, Aya Dantes, Victoria Dantes, and Trina Dantes.
Dingdong graduated from the University of Negros Occidental with a Bachelor of Business Administration. His ethnicity is Filipino and his religion is Christian.
Profession
Dingdong Dantes began his career at a young age, appearing in TV commercials and joining a dance group. He rose to fame in the late 1990s when he starred in a hit teen drama. Geographic Information Systemmaking him a teen idol.
As an actor, he has demonstrated impressive versatility, playing a wide variety of roles, from romantic leads to thrilling dramas. Ding Dong has starred in many successful TV series, including Sana Ai Kananagar, Marimar, Stairway to Heavenand Endless LoveHe also made a major impact on the Philippine cinema, starring in several critically acclaimed films.
Besides his acting work, Dingdong Dantes has also hosted popular TV shows such as Stars shine and Family discordHe also devoted himself to public service, serving as a special commissioner of the Philippine National Youth Commission.
Ding Dong is involved in various charitable causes, including his own foundation, YesPinoy Foundationand entered into film production with his production company, Placeholder image.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dingdong Dantes has proven himself to be a talented and versatile actor, as well as a dedicated public servant and philanthropist. His contributions to the entertainment industry and the community have solidified his status as a leading figure in the Philippines.
Awards and nominations
- Metro Manila Film Festival
- FAP Awards
- Box Office Entertainment Awards
- PMPC TV Star Award
Social Media
- Instagram account: @dongdantes
- Facebook account: Dingdong Dantes
- Twitter account: @dingdongdantes
Personal life
Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera are a famous celebrity couple in the Philippines. They got married in 2014 and have two children: a daughter named Maria Letizia Dantes, nicknamed ZiaHe also had a son named José Sisto Dante IV. Ziggy.
Filmography
- Encantadia (2005)
- Marimar (2007)
- Desaibel (2008)
- Alias Robin Hood (2016-2017)
- Descendants of the Sun (2017)
- Angel Probinciano (2015 to present)
- One more chance (2007)
- Love Story (2008)
- You and Me Against the World (2014)
- Ekstra: The Story of an Extra (2018)
- Mananita (2018)
net worth
Dingdong Dantes is a famous Filipino actor, host, and producer who has amassed a considerable net worth of approximately $3 million through his successful endeavors in the entertainment industry.
