Jolina Magdangal (born Maria Jolina Perez Magdangal on November 6, 1978 in Bulacan, Philippines) is a Filipina actress, singer, television host, and entrepreneur.Contents [hide]
1 Early life and education
2 Claim to fame
3 Career breakthrough and transformation
4 Movie Queen and Pop icon of the Philippines
5 Recording artist and concert performer
6 Jolina as the country's commercial princess and popular personality
7 Filmography
7.1 Television
8 Discography
8.1 Studio albums
8.2 Compilation albums
9 Awards
9.1 2008
9.2 2007
9.3 2006
9.4 2005
9.5 2004
9.6 2002
9.7 2001
9.8 2000
9.9 1999
9.10 1998
9.11 1997
9.12 1996
9.13 Early
9.14 Nominations
10 External links

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Early life and education

Maria Jolina Perez Magdanga was born on November 6, 1978 at St. Lukes Medical Center.

Jolina's parents are Mr. Jun Magdangal and Mrs. Paulita Magdangal. She is the middle child of the three siblings. They have residences in Commonwealth, Quezon City and Tagaytay City in Cavite.

Jolina Magdangal studied at Colegio de San Lorenzo and finished her secondary education at Sienna College in Quezon City. She was a consistent achiever and multi-awarded student in her basic education years, as she both excelled in academics and extra-curricular activities. She has finished Computer Studies at AMA Computer University and took up Theatre Studies at the University of the Philippines-Diliman.
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Claim to fame

Magdangal's career jumped start when she was cast as one of the members of ABS-CBN's ANG TV- a teen and kiddie talent show aired during weekday afternnons in channel 2. Her mentor then was Mr. Johnny Manahan. From the said show, Jolina showcased her singing prowess, acting skills and hosting talents. Her co-stars were Claudine Barreto, Angelu de Leon, Rica Peralejo, Roselle Nava and a lot more.

From ANG TV, Jolina was cast on Abangan ang Susunod na Kabanata where she unleashed her comic sides. Then TV guestings and movie offers came along her way.
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Career breakthrough and transformation

To date, Jolina has starred in three youth-oriented shows (GIMIK, Kahit Kailan and Love to Love); two anthologies (Star Drama Theater Presents and Dear Friend); one TV special ( A Jolly Christmas); one miniseries (Hoo Uuu?!); six drama series (Esperanza, Labs ko si Babes, Narito ang Puso Ko, I Luv New York, Adik Sa'Yo and Panday Kids); four sitcoms (from Abangan ang Susunod na Kabanata to Arriba! Arriba!); three musical variety shows (ASAP, SOP and Party Pilipinas); five reality-talent shows (Starstruck Kids, Starstruck 2,3,4 and Pinoy Idol as a judge).Magdangal Is Official Artist On VIVA TALENT AGENCY she is now currently Mannaged By VIVA Artist Agency.
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Movie Queen and Pop icon of the Philippines

Jolina has appeared to almost twenty movies in her twenty years in showbiz. She has portrayed in all genres: drama, comedy, romance, action, fantasy and horror. All of her movies were box-office hits.[citation needed] She has worked with some of the industry's most respected and famous stars- Dolphy, Maricel Soriano, Nida Blanca, Aga Mulach, Robin Padilla and a lot more.

She has numerous blockbuster hits with her screen partner Marvin Agustin. Their loveteam was considered as the "Most Popular" and Undefeated Team-up of the 90's.[citation needed] She had made several movies with Star Cinema, Viva Films and GMA Films. In 2008, she received a star in the Paradise of Stars in Bulacan and last November 2009, she was recognized and honored in the Walk of Fame Philippines for her contributions in the movie industry.[citation needed]

On the other hand, Magdangal's fashion sense has been a massive hit among the youth of her generation. She set the standard of how the youth dressed and the way they act. Truly, Jolina made an impact and left a mark in the Philippine fashion.[citation needed]
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Recording artist and concert performer

Aside from television and film, Jolina also conquered the recording and concerts industry with her charms and mass appeal. She was heralded as the OPM's biggest seller of 1999, the artist who sold more albums than Kuh, Regine, Martin, Gary, Pops, Jaya and Sharon. Her self-title debut album "JOLINA" sold more than 200000 units, earning for her a quintuple platinum award. That distinction put her right behind Diamond Record Awardee Jose Mari Chan.

Her follow-up album was even a bigger success, entitle "ON MEMORY LANE" has received 6x platinum award. Most of the songs on the album were revivals of the hit songs from the 50's and 60's.

Other albums and OSTs she had were: Hey Babe-Gold record Award, Gimik the Reunion- Gold Record Award, Labs Kita, Okey ka Lang- Double Platinum Award and Flames- Triple Platinum. With these achievements, she was dubbed as Philippine's "Soundtrack Queen" and the "Revival Queen".

She had also compilations and dance albums under her belt. Among her notable hit singles were: Oh Babe, Chuva Choo Choo, Mahal Mo Ba Ako, Laging Tapat, Nanghihinayang, Kapag ako ay Nahmahal, Flames, Tameme, Sana'y Kapiling Ka, Sa Araw ng Pasko, Paper Roses, Crying Time, TL Ako Sa 'Yo, Kung Ikaw ay Isang Panaginip and a lot more.

In the concerts arena, Jolina had numerous sol-out concerts that were produced locally and abroad. She held concerts in the US, Hawaii, Guam, Middle East, Canada, Europe and Asian cities. Her major and birthday concert entitled "Jolina Mania" held at the Araneta Colloseum and Cuneta Astrodome proved to be a great success. These had proved her status as the country's Concert Princess.
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Jolina as the country's commercial princess and popular personality

Based on a 2000-2001 survey conducted by the international cable TV station, CNN, JOLINA is the most preferred personality in the country. Within the same period, she also topped the list of one of the most popular showbiz personality in another survey done by The Filipino Channel (TFC) among its subscribers in the United States, the Middle East, Europe, Australia and Asia. Critics say that she is one of the few most likeable, wholesome and multi-talented star today. She is an established tri-media commercial model. Her ability to influence a great number of people from a broad spectrum of the society both young and old has been proven by the numerous product endorsements she has done. All of the companies of these products attest that they have experienced a tremendous increase in product sales, awareness and acceptance.
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FilmographyYear Film Role Notes
1994 Hataw Na! Agnes
1996 Radio Romance Willie
Ama, Ina, Anak Rowena "Owie" Nolasco
Ang TV The Movie: The Adarna Adventure Ibong Adarna Film adaptation of the TV series
1997 Flames The Movie :Tameme Leslie Film adaptation of the TV series
1998 Kung Ayaw Mo, Huwag Mo Ditas
Labs Kita... Okey Ka Lang Bujoy
1999 Gimik: The Reunion Ese Aragon Film adaptation of the TV series
Puso ng Pasko Merry
Hey Babe Abigail
2000 Tunay na Tunay: Get Mo? Gets Ko! Meiling / Tin-Tin
2002 Kung Ikaw Ay Isang Panaginip Rosalie
Home Along da Riber Melody Film adaptation of the TV series
2004 Annie B. Annie Batumbakal
2006 Lovestruck Jandra
2007 Ouija Romina
2008 I.T.A.L.Y. Destiny "Des" Pinlac
2010 Ouija II: Ang Pagbangon Romina pre-production
The Decade Jolens pre-production

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TelevisionYear Title Role Notes Network
1992-96 Ang TV Herself ABS-CBN
1993-97 Abangan Ang Susunod Na Kabanata Jolina Recurring role ABS-CBN
1995-98 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila Herself ABS-CBN
1996-99 Gimik Ese Aragon Main role ABS-CBN
1997-99 Esperanza Karen Carvajal de Montejo Recurring role ABS-CBN
1998 Richard Loves Lucy Jules Recurring role ABS-CBN
1998-02 ASAP Herself ABS-CBN
1999-00 Labs Ko Si Babe Cinderella "Cindy" Robles Main role ABS-CBN
2000
2002 Arriba! Arriba! Winona Arriba Main role ABS-CBN
2002–present The Working President Herself Host ABS-CBN
2002
2010 SOP Herself HostPerformer GMA NETWORK
2002
2003 Kahit Kailan Frankie Main role GMA NETWORK
2003
2004 Narito Ang Puso Ko Antonina San Victores / Isabella Main role GMA NETWORK
2004 StarStruck Kids Herself Host GMA NETWORK
2004-07 StarStruck Herself Host GMA NETWORK
2005 Love to Love Jasmine Episode "Love Blossoms" GMA NETWORK
2005
2009 Unang Hirit Herself Host GMA NETWORK
2006 I Luv NY Apolinaria "Poly" Balumbalunan Main role GMA NETWORK
Bongga Ka Star! Herself Host GMA NETWORK
Hoooo U! Abby Main role GMA NETWORK
Masigasig Herself Host GMA NETWORK
2008 Pinoy Idol Herself Judge GMA NETWORK
2008-2010 Dear Friend Herself Host GMA NETWORK
2009 Adik Sa'Yo Joanna Maglipot (Lindenberg) Main role GMA NETWORK
2010 Panday Kids Ola Main role GMA NETWORK
Diz Iz It Guest Celebrity Judge GMA NETWORK
2010–present Party Pilipinas Herself GMA NETWORK
2010 Grazilda Fairy Godmother GMA NETWORK

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Discography
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Studio albumsYear Album details Certification Sales
(sales thresholds)
1996 A Wish Comes True
Released: 1996
Label: Star Records — —
1998 Jolina
Released: 1998
Label: Star Records PARI: 7× Platinum PHL: 200,000+
2000 On Memory Lane
Released: 2000
Label: Star Records PARI: 6× Platinum PHL: 160,000+
2002 Jolina Sings the Masters
Released: 2002
Label: Star Records PARI: Gold PHL: 20,000+
2004 Forever Jolina
Released: January 2004
Label: GMA Records PARI: Platinum PHL: 30,000+
2006 Tuloy Pa Rin Ang Awit
Released: February 2006
Label: GMA Records — —
2008 Destiny
Released: July 2008
Label: GMA Records — —

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Compilation albumsYear Album details Certification Sales
(sales thresholds)
2001 Red Alert: All Hits Dance Remix
Remix album
Released: 2001
Label: Star Records PARI: Gold PHL: 20,000+
Panaginip: Platinum Hits Collection
Greatest hits album
Released: 2001
Label: Star Records PARI: Gold PHL: 20,000+

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2008
PMPC Best Morning show Host- Unang Hirit
Children's Hour Ambassadress of Goodwill
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2007
FAMAS Awards - Golden Artist Awardee
PMPC Star Awards for TV - Favorite Female Host Starstruck: The Next Level
UNICEF Ambassadres of Goodwill
Philippine Most Voted Famous Actress
Most Famous Young star, voted by CNN
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2006
Catholic Mass Media Awards - Paragon Of A Socially-Conscious Performing Artist
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2005
Kapuso Viewers' Choice Awards - Ultimate Birit Idol
PMPC Star Awards for TV - Best In Hosting Award (Starstruck Kids)
SOP Music Awards - Best Dance Recording (Annie Batungbakal)
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2004
MTV Pilipinas - Best Female Artist
Asian TV Awards - Highly Commended Acting Citation (Magpakailanman)
Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation - Youth Achievement Award
Angels’ Home, Foundation of Our Lady of Peace Missions - Ambassadress of Goodwill
National Youth Commission - National Youth Advocate
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2002
Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation - Princess of RP Movies
Polytechnic University of the Philippines 98th Anniversary - Outstanding Young Entrepreneur
Office of the President, Committee on Cultural Affairs - Youth Role Model Award
National Youth Day Committee, KASAMA and the National Youth Commission - Medal of Honor (Outstanding Youth Role Model)
Polytechnic University of the Philippines College Of Communication - Exemplary Award for Academic and Career Excellence
Office on Muslim Affairs (OMA) - Role Model for the Youth
Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) - Youth Role Model
Office of the President, Malacanang - Official Youth Spokesperson and Host of The Working President
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2001
Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines Radio Veritas - Most Popular Female Star
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2000
Himig Handog Sa Bayaning Pilipino - Overseas Filipino Workers' Choice Award (Super Pinoy)
Himig Handog Sa Bayaning Pilipino - Youth's Choice Awards (Super Pinoy)
Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation - Princess of Philippine Movies
Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation - Best Female Singer
Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation - Entertainer Of The Year
Circle of 10 Model Search - Image Model of the Year
PMPC Star Awards for TV - Darling of the Press
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1999
People's Network and Media Communication - Outstanding Female Recording Star
National Computer Center of the United Kingdom - Certificate of International Accreditation
Norzagaray, Bulacan - Outstanding Youth Award
FAMAS - Youth Achievement Award
Young Achievers and Professionals Foundation - Gintong Kabataan Award
PARI - Biggest Commercial Success in the Philippines Music Industry (Jolina)
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1998
Metro Manila Film Festival - 3rd Best Picture (Puso Ng Pasko)
National Centennial Commission - Gawad KKK (Outstanding Youth in the Field of Entertainment)
Parangal Ng Bayan - Best Young Female Performer
Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation - Most Promising Female Performer
AMA Computer College - Star Student Award
DOH, DECS, DILG, Office of The President, UNICEF, WHO and Rotary Club - National Youth Advocate
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1997
AMA Computer University - Outstanding Student Award
Foundation for Gifted Children - Young Achiever Award
FBLG Middle School of Guam, U.S.A. - Outstanding Service Award
ABS-CBN Talent Center - Friendship Award
ABS-CBN Broadcasting Network - Outstanding Artist
Peoples’ Television Network - Galing Ng Pinoy Award
Province of Bulacan - Outstanding Citizen Award
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1996
Movie Idol Magazine - Singing Idol
Presidential Youth Development Council - Gintong Kabataan Award
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Early
Colegio de San Lorenzo - Exemplary Award
Colegio de San Lorenzo - Best in Performing Arts
Sienna College - Best in Music
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Nominations
Best Musical Special for "A Jolly(na) Christmas Special" - Star Awards for TV 2003
Best Single Performance by an Actress for Magpakailanman's "Pasakalye ng Isang Pangarap" - Star Awards for TV 2003
For Best Comedy Actress for "Arriba Arriba" - Star Awards for TV 2002
For Best Supporting Actress for "Puso ng Pasko" - MMFF Awards 1999
For Best Single Performance by an Actress for Maalaala Mo Kaya's "Gitara" - Star Awards for TV 1998

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