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Bessie Badilla (born September 23, 1958) is a famous actress, model, and celebrity spouse from the Philippines.
She became one of the country’s top models in the 1980s and for many years was the most popular model for the famous Parisian fashion house Balenciaga.
Bessie Badilla’s fame soared further when she married renowned Filipino singer-songwriter Danny Javier. Their union solidified their status as one of the most prominent celebrity couples in the Philippine entertainment industry.
Philippine Model
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| full name: | Bessie Badilla |
| date of birth: | September 23, 1958 (65 years old) |
| place of birth: | Manila, Philippines |
| Country of Citizenship: | Filipino |
| educate: | College of St. Scholastica |
| high: | 1.69m |
| parents: | Teresa Javier de Leon, Romeo Garcia Badilla |
| brothers and sisters: | Billy Badilla, Bobby Badilla |
| spouse: | Bambi del Castillo (divorced), Dani Javier (married?-2022) |
| Boyfriend • Partner: | not applicable |
| children: | Bianca del Castillo, Ines del Castillo |
| Profession: | Actress • Model |
| net worth: | $2 million |
Early life and education
Famous model Bessie Badilla was born in Manila, Philippines on September 23, 1958. She is the second of eight children, including brothers Billy Badilla and Bobby Badilla, to her father Teresa Javier de Leon and mother Romeo Garcia Badilla.
At 18, Bessie entered a local beauty pageant and won the covetedMiss Visayas”, which opened the door for her to enter the fashion industry. She soon became a sought-after model, working with many well-known designers such as Pitoy Moreno, Aureo Alonzo, Ben Farrales, Joe Salazar, Cesar Gaupo, Christian Espiritu, Auggie Cordero, Inno Sotto, etc. Notably, she caught the attention of Mrs. Imelda Romualdez Marcos and was chosen to accompany the First Lady on several world tours to promote Philippine tourism.
Bessie Badilla completed her studies College of St. ScholasticaShe spent 12 years there, from elementary school to high school. These years were formative years for Bessie and her family, providing them with stability and opportunities for growth.
Profession
Bessie Badilla’s career has been a fascinating journey across continents and industries. It all began when she was awarded theMiss VisayasWinning a local beauty pageant opened the door to the fashion industry. She soon became a sought-after model, working with renowned designers such as Pitoy Moreno, Aureo Alonzo and Ben Farrales. Her talent and charm caught the attention of Mrs. Imelda Romualdez Marcos, earning her the opportunity to travel the world promoting Philippine tourism.
During a trip to Europe, Bessie tried modeling in Paris, where she became a model for the famous fashion brand Balenciaga for four years. Despite her success in Paris, Bessie still did not forget her original intention and flew back to Manila during the off-season to record a film called ” Um, Cassie’s dad.becoming a prime-time hit.
After eight seasons at Balenciaga, Bessie Badilla married businessman Bambi del Castillo and eventually moved to Singapore, where she continued to model for luxury brands such as Christian Dior and Valentino, while also traveling to India, Nepal and the Maldives for magazine shoots.
In 1991, Bessie and her family moved to the United States, settling in Connecticut. Tragically, in 2006, her husband passed away from a brain aneurysm. Despite the loss of her husband, Bessie remained strong and devoted her energy to making independent films and documentaries, and contributing to charitable causes, such as building homes for the poor in the Philippines.
Bessie Badilla’s love for Brazilian music led her to become the first Filipino Carnival Queen in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Through her Brinoy Music project, she continues to fuse Brazilian music with Filipino lyrics. Her contributions to arts and culture have earned her recognition, including the Outstanding Filipino American (TOFA) Arts and Culture Award.
Additionally, Bessie co-founded the Facebook group “Come visit my Philippines”, which promotes Philippine tourism through beautiful photography and engaging content. The organization has thousands of members around the world and has received accolades from organizations such as the Rotary Club of Manila.
Bessie Badilla’s wide range of interests also includes independent filmmaking, where she has collaborated with filmmakers to produce thought-provoking and award-winning films, e.g. Bakar Boys and Big Dog Show.
social media
- Facebook: Bessie Badilla
- Instagram: Bessie Badilla (@bessiebadilla)
personal life
During her career and travels, Bessie Badilla met and eventually married Bambi del Castillo. However, their relationship encountered challenges and eventually divorced. After Bambi’s death in the United States, Bessie returned to the Philippines. Bessie Badilla has two children, Bianca del Castillo and Ines del Castillo. Her husband Bambi had a daughter, Isabel del Castillo, with Hilda Coronel.
After returning to her homeland, Bessie Badilla reunited with Danny Javier and married him. Unfortunately, Danny passed away in 2022, leaving behind his children Jobim Javier, Justin Javier, Jamal Javier and Julien Javier to cherish his memory.
net worth
Bessie Badilla has accumulated a net worth of approximately $2 million through her successful career as a model and actress.
