Edgardo Jose “Gary” Santiago Valenciano, better known by his stage name Gary Valenciano, is a multi-talented Filipino singer and television personality. His impressive musical abilities and dynamic performances have earned him numerous honors and awards, including 12 Awit Awards, 3 FAMAS Awards, and a Myx Magna Award.
He is also known for his philanthropic work, using his platform to raise awareness and funds for various causes. Valenciano is considered a legend in the Philippine entertainment industry and continues to inspire and entertain audiences with his talent and charisma.
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- Full Name: Edgardo Jose “Gary” Santiago Valenciano
- Stage Name: Gary Valenciano
- Date of birth: August 6, 1964
- Age: 59 years old
- Place of birth: Santa Mesa, Manila, Philippines
- Nationality: Philippines
- Occupation: Filipino singer and television personality
- Height: 1.8 m
- Parents: Grimilda Santiago Ortíz and Vicente Valenciano
- Siblings: 1, Gina Valenciano-Martinez
- Spouse: Angeli Pangilinan
- Children: 3, Gab Valenciano, Paolo Valenciano and Kristiana María Mikaela Valenciano
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $215 million
Early life and education
Edgardo Jose “Gary” Santiago Valenciano was born on August 6, 1964 in Santa Mesa, Manila, Philippines. He was raised by his parents Grimilda Santiago Ortíz and Vicente Valenciano, along with his older sister Gina Valenciano-Martinez.
Valenciano attended elementary and high school at La Salle Green Hills and was a member of Kundirana School and the College of Liberal Arts.
Career
Gary Valenciano is an iconic figure in the Philippines with a career spanning over 40 years. He is an award-winning singer-songwriter with 39 albums under his belt, several of which have achieved international success.
Known for his amazing voice, Gary V has won the Awit Award (considered the Philippine Grammy) for Best Male Recording Artist, a record-breaking twelve times. His songs have appeared in numerous movies and telenovelas (Filipino television series), cementing his place in the local music industry.
Gary V is also a sought-after concert performer, known for his high-energy performances and powerful stage presence. His contributions to the Philippine music industry have truly made him a legend in his own right.
Nicknamed “Mr. Pure Energy,” Gary V is known for his electrifying stage presence and energetic dance moves that have captivated audiences for decades. In addition to his music career, Gary V is also a talented actor, having starred in 14 films and various television series.
He is also a television host, having been a mainstay for 18 years on the ABS-CBN music variety show ASAP NATIN’ TO and more recently a judge on the Philippine version of American Idol, IDOL PhilippinesHis dynamic talent and boundless energy have made him a beloved and influential figure in the Philippine entertainment industry.
Gary Valenciano has received numerous awards and recognition for his talent and influence throughout his career. Aside from his numerous Awit Awards, he has also won The Outstanding Young Men Award and was the first Filipino to perform at Musik Messe, a prestigious musical instrument and equipment convention.
Aside from his successful career in the entertainment industry, Gary V is also a dedicated philanthropist, actively advocating for children’s causes as the UNICEF Philippines National Ambassador since 1998. He uses his platform and fame to create positive impact and raise awareness on important social issues.
Awards and appointments
Prize
- Awit Awards (considered the Philippine Grammy Awards):
- Holds the record for most wins in the “Best Male Recording Artist” category with 12 awards!
- Won a total of 3 “Album of the Year” awards
- Several other Awit Awards in various categories, including Best Ballad Recording, Best Dance Recording, Best Inspirational/Religious Recording, etc.
- FAMAS Awards:
- Won 3 awards for Best Theme Song for films such as Sana Maulit Muli And Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos
- PMPC Star Awards for Television:
- Won “Best Performance by an Actor in a Drama Series”
- Won the award for “Best Male TV Host”
- Myx Music Awards:
- Won the Myx Magna Award
Nominations
- Additional nominations include Star Awards for Movies for “Movie Theme Song of the Year”
Social Media
- Instagram Name: @garyvalenciano
- Facebook Manager: Gary Valenciano
- Twitter Username: @GaryValenciano1
Personal life
Gary Valenciano is a famous Filipino musician and performer who has been married to his wife, Angeli Pangilinan, since 1984. They have three children together: Paolo, Gabriel, and Kiana.
Despite his successful career, Valenciano has faced many challenges in his personal life, including being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at a young age and battling kidney cancer and heart disease. However, his strong faith and close-knit family have helped him overcome these obstacles and continue to inspire him in his musical endeavors.
Discography
Early career (1984–1990):
- Hot photos (1984)
- Move your body (1985)
- Once upon a time (1985)
- Pound (1986)
- Pasko Na Sinta Ko (1986)
- ‘The Bale Na Lang’ (1987)
- ‘Wag Mo Na Sanang Isipin (1987)
- ‘Di Na Natuto (1987)
- Sana Maulit Muli (1987)
- Take me out of the darkness (1988)
- Eto Na Naman (1989)
- Laughter all the time (1989)
- Every night that passes (with Regine Velasquez) (1989)
- Naruto (1989)
- Give up (1989)
- Mahal Na Mahal Ko Siya (1989)
- How natural? (1990)
- Look into her eyes (1990)
Later career (1991-present):
- Scream for joy (1991)
- Could you be the Messiah? (1991)
- Gaya Ng Dati (1992)
- Hataw Na (1993)
- Hele Ni Inay (1995)
- Until then (1997)
- (Everyone get down. (1998)
- More and more (1999)
- I will be here (remake of original song by Steven Curtis Chapman) (2000)
- The Warrior Is A Child (remake of original song by Twila Paris) (2001)
- Can we stop and talk for a moment? (with Kyla) (remake of original song by Jose Mari Chan) (2002)
- Kung Mawawala Ka (with Zsa Zsa Padilla) (2002)
- revival (2000)
- From Gary, Merry Christmas (2001)
- Thinking in Motion (2006)
- Live with heart and soul! (2003)
- Yellow (2015)
Filming
- Pasko: A Christmas Story (1986)
- Magkasuyo Buong Buhay (1988)
- Honey, I love you (1989)
- Habang May Buhay (1997)
- as soon as possible (variety show, ongoing)
- The Voice of Philippines (coach, 2013)
Net asset value
Gary Valenciano has achieved great success in his career, with many awards and titles to his name. In addition to his talent and hard work, Gary Valenciano has also built a considerable fortune, with an estimated net worth of $215 million.
