Actor, Comedian, TV Host, Celebrity, Statesman
Born September 14, 1955 - San Francisco California USA
Edu Manzano Profile
Edu Manzano Profile
➢ Edu Manzano, born Eduardo Barrios Manzano on September 14, 1955 in San Francisco California, is a Filipino actor and a prolific TV Host. He began his acting career in Romansa in 1979 with showbiz icon Vilma Santos.
➢ Edu Manzano, born Eduardo Barrios Manzano on September 14, 1955 in San Francisco California, is a Filipino actor and a prolific TV Host. He began his acting career in Romansa in 1979 with showbiz icon Vilma Santos.
Manzano rose to fame in the 1986 superhero film Captain Barbell, TV classics Palibhasa Lalake and Okay Fine Whatever, and in action flicks such as Markado, Joe Pring, Ishmael Zacarias and Task Force Habagat.
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"Doods" also made a name for himself in famous TV game shows like The Weakest Link, Pilipinas Game KNB? and 1 vs. 100.
He became a household name in Umagang Kay Ganda, ASAP and Unang Hirit, Late Night with Edu and Masayang Tanghali Bayan. Edu was a major cast in New York Film Festival finalist Someone To Watch Over Me in GMA7.
Personal Life of Edu Manzano
Though he was born to Filipino parents, his birth in America meant that he could hold dual citizenship (Filipino and American) legally.
For his education, he attended graduate school in De La Salle University.
Edu was a career serviceman as a former Pilot of the United States Air Force. He served during the Vietnam War for four years starting at age 17 in the Missile Engineering Group and the Strategic Air Command Waring.
Edu Manzano has a son Luis Manzano, (Actor and excellent TV Host) with iconic actress Vilma Santos, his former wife. He also married drama actress Maricel Soriano but was later separated in 1991. He has a son Enzo Manzano and a daughter Addie Manzano, with former actress Rina Samson.
Political Career of Edu Manzano
Edu Manzano served a three year term as Vice Mayor of Makati in 1998. He later ran for Mayor in 2001 to challenge incumbent Jejomar Binay but lost in the elections. In 2010, Edu ran as Vice President under Presidential candidate Gibo Teodoro and also as Senator in 2016 under the slate of Grace Poe. Manzano lost in both elections.
Advocacies of Edu Manzano
Manzano is a co-founder of Ako Mismo, non-profit advocacy organization. He also had a Cancer Foundation in Children's Hospital.
Ministerial career of Edu Manzano
Edu was once elected president of the actor's group Kapisanan ng mga Artista sa Pelikulang Pilipino in the 90s. He was also once a chairman of the OMB (Optical Media Board) from 2004 to 2009.
Edu Manzano in Sports
Manzano was once appointed as executive president of Philippine Amateur Judo Association and was also an executive board member of the POC (Philippine Olympic Committee).
Major Awards Body - Accolades and Nominations of Edu Manzano
Year | Awards Body | Category | Performance Nominated | Result |
---|---|---|---|---|
2009 | 23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Morning Show Hosts with the UKG Barkada | Umagang Kay Ganda | Won |
2008 | 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Game Show Host | Pilipinas Game KNB? | Won |
2007 | 21st PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Game Show Host | Pilipinas Game KNB? | Won |
2001 | FAMAS Awards | Best Actor | Tatarin | Nominated |
1996 | FAMAS Awards | Best Actor | Ama, Ina, Anak | Nominated |
1991 | FAMAS Awards | Best Actor | Contreras Gang | Nominated |
1986 | 1st PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Male TV Host | Not So Late Night With Edu | Won |
1986 | FAMAS Awards | Best Actor | Palimos ng Pag-ibig | Nominated |
1985 | FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Ano Ang Kulay ng Mukha ng Diyos? | Nominated |
TV appearances of Edu Manzano
Program | Year | Network |
---|---|---|
My Dear Heart | 2017 | ABS-CBN |
Someone to Watch Over Me | 2016 | GMA Network |
Bridges Of Love | 2015 | ABS-CBN |
Face the People | 2014 | TV5 |
What's Up Doods? | 2013 | TV5 |
Miss World Philippines | 2012 | TV5 |
Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal | 2013 | ABS-CBN |
Good Morning Club | 2012–2014 | TV5 |
Game N Go | 2012–2013 | TV5 |
Unang Hirit | 2011 | GMA Network |
Family Feud: The Showdown Edition | 2011 | GMA Network |
Asar Talo Lahat Panalo! | 2010 | GMA Network |
Pilipinas, Game KNB? | 2007–2009 | ABS-CBN |
1 vs. 100 | 2008 | ABS-CBN |
Umagang Kay Ganda | 2007–2009 | ABS-CBN |
Walang Kapalit | 2007 | ABS-CBN |
Ok Fine 'To Ang Gusto Nyo | 2005 | ABS-CBN |
OK Fine! Oh Yes! | 2004 | ABS-CBN |
Showbiz Sabado | 2003 | ABS-CBN |
OK Fine Whatever | 2003 | ABS-CBN |
Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay | 2002 | ABS-CBN |
Magandang Umaga Bayan | 2002–2007 | ABS-CBN |
Sa Puso Ko Iingatan Ka | 2002 | ABS-CBN |
Bituin | 2002–2003 | ABS-CBN |
MTB: Ang Saya Saya | 2004–2005 | ABS-CBN |
The Weakest Link | 2001 | IBC |
Labs Ko Si Babe | 1999–2000 | ABS-CBN |
Mikee Forever | 1999 | GMA Network |
Di Ba't Ikaw | 1999 | GMA Network |
ASAP | 1995-2006; 2015-present | ABS-CBN |
Emergency | 1995–1996 | GMA Network |
Late Night with Edu | 1992–1994 | ABC |
Love Me Doods | 1989-1991 | People's Network PTV 4 |
Palibhasa Lalake | 1986–1998 | ABS-CBN Budoy |
Not So Late Night With Edu | 1985 | GMA Network |
Filmography of Edu Manzano
Movie | Year | Character |
---|---|---|
Halik sa Hangin | 2015 | - |
Ang Tanging Ina | 2003 | Tony |
The Cory Quirino Kidnap: NBI Files | 2003 | Atty Frank Chavez |
Tatarin | 2001 | Paeng Moreta |
Kaaway Hanggang Hukay | 2001 | Col. Carlos Ricarte |
Tanging Yaman | 2000 | Arturo |
Abandonada | 2000 | Edwin |
Minsan Ko Lang Sasabihin | 2000 | Joker |
Minsan Minahal Kita | 2000 | Louie |
Huwag Mo Akong Subukan | 2000 | - |
Emilio Aguinaldo | 2000 | - |
Soltera | 1998 | Arthur |
Markado | 1999 | Bennie |
Ang Kabit ni Mrs. Montero | 1998 | Cal Montero |
Puso ng Pasko | 1998 | Miguel |
Gangland | 1998 | - |
Jesus Salonga: Boy Indian | 1998 | - |
Anting-Anting | 1998 | - |
Bagsik ng Kamao | 1997 | Ibanez |
Totoy Hitman | 1997 | - |
Hanggang Dito na Lang | 1997 | - |
Simaron, Barya Lang Ang Halaga Ng Ulo Mo! | 1997 | - |
Mortal Kong Kaaway Kaibigang Tunay | 1997 | - |
I Do, I Die! Dyos Ko Day | 1997 | Bernie Mendiola |
Batang PX | 1997 | Dante |
Tubusin Mo Ng Bala Ang Puso Ko | 1995 | - |
Darna! Ang Pagbabalik | 1994 | Max |
Ishmael Zacarias | 1994 | Ishmael Zacarias |
Task Force Habagat | 1993 | Col. Ping Lacson |
Contreras Gang | 1991 | Mario Contreras |
Sagad Hanggang Buto | 1991 | Zapanta |
Darna! | 1991 | Dominico Lipolico |
Kidlat ng Maynila: Joe Pring 2 | 1991 | Karim |
Kaaway ng Batas | 1990 | Ryan |
Alyas Pogi: Birador ng Nueva Ecija | 1990 | Agapito |
Hanggang Kailan ka Papatay? | 1990 | Joel Suarigi |
Eagle Squad | 1989 | - |
Batas Sa Batas | 1989 | - |
Hindi Palulupig | 1989 | Basil |
Captain Jaylo Batas sa Batas | 1989 | Lt. Orly Mendoza |
Alabok sa Ulap | 1987 | Vince |
Captain Barbell | 1986 | Teng-Teng / Captain Barbell |
Palimos ng Pag-ibig | 1986 | Rodel |
Kailan Tama ang Mali | 1986 | - |
Nakagapos na Puso | 1986 | Rolly |
Ano Ang Kulay ng Mukha ng Diyos? | 1985 | Rudy |
The Day They Robbed America | 1985 | Bobby |
Till We Meet Again | 1985 | Paquito |
Hindi Nahahati Ang Langit | 1985 | Ronald |
Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso? | 1985 | Dr. Francis Palma |
Kapag Puso'y Sinugatan | 1985 | - |
Working Girls | 1984 | - |
Schoolgirls Nestor | 1982 | - |
Dear Heart | 1981 | - |
Mahinhin vs. mahinhin | 1981 | Archie |
Alaga | 1980 | - |
Romansa | 1979 | - |
Discography of Edu Manzano
Album | Label | Year |
---|---|---|
Dance Of The Universe | Universal Records | 2008 |
World's Greatests Dance Steps | Universal Records | 2007 |
Social Media and Public Profiles of Edu Manzano
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