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Amy Perez

Filipino TV host and presenter


Summary

Filipino TV host and presenter

FieldValue
nameAmy Perez-Castillo
imageAmy Perez Paynauen 2015.jpg
captionPerez in 2015
birth_nameMaria Armida Parale Perez
birth_date
birth_placeQuezon City, Philippines
occupationHost, actress
years_active1986–present
agent{{plainlist
spouse{{plainlist
* {{marriageBrix Ferraris19952014endannulled}}
children3
relativesLorna Tolentino (cousin)
Zsa Zsa Padilla (cousin)
youtube_handleFunFunTyangAmy
youtube_years_active2018–present
youtube_genre
youtube_subscribers617,000
youtube_views21.6 million
stats_updateJune 23, 2023
  • Star Magic (1997–2006)
  • Backroom Inc. (2006–present)

Zsa Zsa Padilla (cousin)

Maria Armida "Amy" Parale Perez-Castillo (; born September 5, 1969), also known as Tiyang Amy or Tyang Amy, is a Filipino television and radio presenter. Noted for her strong opinions and distinct brand in hosting, she has since established herself as a dependable figure in morning and noontime variety shows. Among the shows she presented or co-hosted include Family Kuarta o Kahon (1986), Eat... Bulaga! (1988), Sa Linggo nAPO Sila (1989), 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (1995), Magandang Tanghali Bayan (1998), M.R.S. (2005), Kabuhayang Swak na Swak (2006), Face 2 Face (2010), The Singing Bee (2013) Umagang Kay Ganda (2013) and It's Showtime (2016). She has received a selection of accolades for her work such as five PMPC Star Awards for Television including two wins for "Best Female TV Host" and three Alta Media Icon Awards.

Career

Perez' earliest big-time gig was co-hosting the noontime variety programs Family Kuarta o Kahon (1986–1990), Eat Bulaga! (1989–1995), Sa Linggo nAPO Sila (1990–1995), 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (1995–1998), and Magandang Tanghali Bayan from 1998 until she left in 2002. After two years of absence from variety shows, she was chosen to be one of the hosts for the morning talk-variety show M.R.S.

As an actress, Perez portrayed diverse roles in both television and film. Notable performances include her role as Anne in Anak ni Baby Ama and appearances in Flavor of the Month alongside Joey Marquez and Alma Moreno. These films showcased her comedic talent, earning her recognition. Perez received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Helen in the Robin Padilla-starrer Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko. She also featured in Petrang Kabayo 2: Ang Ganda-Ganda Ko, Palibhasa Lalake, Ipagpatawad Mo, Tigasin, and Pera o Bayong (Not da TV).

On the television front, Perez took on roles in dramas such as Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan (Mirriam), Habang Kapiling Ka (Divine Ogata), and Ikaw sa Puso Ko in 2004. She also appeared in two episodes of Komiks in 2006: Alpha Omega Girl and Agua Bendita. Additionally, she starred in the horror flick Matakot Ka sa Karma, directed by Jose Javier Reyes, playing the role of Myrna in the segment entitled Kama.

Her television appearances extended to Love Spell in 2007, where she featured in the episode Shoes ko po, Shoes ko Day! and I've Fallen for You, portraying the character Ninang Beth. In 2019, Perez became the celebrity endorser for Belo Medical Clinic.

Personal life

Perez and musician Brix Ferraris share a son named Adi. She is also a cousin of veteran actress Lorna Tolentino. Despite filing for annulment from Ferraris, her request was denied by the Supreme Court. Subsequently, Perez entered into a relationship with radio host Carlo Castillo, with whom she has a son, Kyle born in 2008. In 2012, she confirmed her pregnancy, expecting her second child, Seyah with Castillo, and announced a one-year leave from Face to Face.. Perez and Castillo married in 2014.

Filmography

Film

YearTitleRole
1984Campus BeatAnnie
1987Jack & JillBridesmaid
1988Bobo Cop
1989Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko
1990Anak ni Baby Ama
Flavor of the Month
Sa Diyos Lang Ako SusukoHelen
Petrang Kabayo 2 (Anong Ganda Mo! Mukha Kang Kabayo)Marianne
1991Ipagpatawad Mo
Kaputol ng Isang AwitMargaux Vicencio
Darna
1994Nag-iisang Bituin
Oo Na, Sige NaNina Bermudez
1995Batang-X
1999Gimik: The Reunion
1999Tigasin
2000Pera o Bayong: Not da TVLola/Host
2006Matakot Ka sa KarmaMyrna
2007I've Fallen for YouNinang Beth
2010Si Agimat at si Enteng KabisoteIna Magenta
2011Enteng Ng Ina Mo
2012Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako

Television

YearTitleRole
1986–1990 Family Kuarta o KahonHerself / Co-host
1988–1995Eat Bulaga!
1987–1998Palibhasa LalakeAmy / Amelia
1987-1988Kalatog PingganHerself / Co-host
1990–1995Sa Linggo nAPO SilaHerself / Host
1995–1998'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila
1998–2003Magandang Tanghali Bayan
2001-2002Sa Dulo ng Walang HangganMirriam Dela Rosa
2002Wansapanataym: Ang Pilyo at Ang PilyaSusan
2002–2003Habang Kapiling KaDivine Ogata
2004Ikaw sa Puso KoVarious
Leya, ang Pinakamagandang Babae sa Ilalim ng LupaMaruba
2004–2005DiretsahanHerself / Host
2005M.R.S.
2006–2010Kabuhayang Swak na Swak
2007–2010A.M.Y. (About Me & You)
2006Love Spell: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes Ko Day!Various
Gulong ng PaladLorraine Pineda
2009Only YouEmily
2010–2013Face to FaceHerself / Host
2010–2011Juicy!Herself / Guest
2010–2012Untold Stories Mula sa Face to FaceHerself / Host
Sapul sa Singko
2012–2013Ang Latest
Good Morning Club
2013–2020Umagang Kay Ganda
2013–2015The Singing Bee
2014–2023Sakto
2016–presentIt's Showtime
2023Unang HiritHerself / Guest
2023–2024KasaloHerself / Host
2024Family Feud (Philippine game show)Herself / Guest
2024–presentAko 'To Si Tyang AmyHerself / Host

Radio shows

YearTitleRef(s)
1989–1991Amy Perez on Radio Romance 101.9
Ah OA (Amy and Hans On-Air)
2006–2010A.M.Y. (About Me & You)
2014–2020Sakto
2023–2024Kasalo
2024–presentAko 'To Si Tyang Amy

Awards and nominations

AwardYearNominee / WorkCategoryResultRef.Alta Media Icon AwardsAnak TV Seal AwardsEdukCircle AwardsGawad Pilipino Icon AwardsJeepney TV Fan Favorite AwardsNwssu Students' Choice AwardsParagala Central Luzon Media AwardsPMPC Star Awards for TelevisionYahoo OMG! Celebrity Awards
2016Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Host
2017
2018
2023Amy PerezNet Makabata Star
2013Umagang Kay GandaBest Talk Show Host
2022SaktoOutstanding Female TeleRadyo Host of the Year
2022It's ShowtimeFavorite Musical/Variety Show Host
2023SaktoBest Female Morning Show Host
2019Umagang Kay Ganda
1999Magandang Tanghali BayanBest Female TV Host
2007Kabuhayang Swak Na SwakBest Educational Program Hosts
(Shared with Uma Khouny and Chase Tinio.)
2008Best Educational Program Hosts
(Shared with Uma Khouny.)
2009Best Educational Program Hosts
(Shared with Gilbert Remulla.)
2012Good Morning ClubBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Good Morning Club hosts.)
Kumare KlubBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Christine Bersola-Babao and Chiqui Roa-Puno.)
Face to FaceBest Public Affairs Program Hosts
2013Good Morning ClubBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Good Morning Club hosts.)
Face to FaceBest Public Affairs Program Hosts
(Shared with Gelli de Belen.)
2014The Singing BeeBest Game Show Hosts
(Shared with Roderick Paulate.)
2015Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.)
2016It's ShowtimeBest Female TV Host
Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.)
2017It's ShowtimeBest Female TV Host
Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.)
2018It's ShowtimeBest Female TV Host
Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.)
2019It's ShowtimeBest Female TV Host
Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.)
2021It's ShowtimeBest Female TV Host
Umagang Kay GandaBest Morning Show Hosts
(Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.)
2023It's ShowtimeBest Female TV Host
2013Umagang Kay GandaFavorite Female TV Host of the Year

Notes

References

References

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  2. "Leading Women: Amy Perez-Castillo".
  3. Red, Isah V.. (July 15, 2019). "Amy Perez finds time to look better than ever".
  4. "Amy Perez, hindi makapaniwalang may billboard na siya sa EDSA".
  5. [http://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/news/courtnews%20flash/2006/07/07200601.php SC: Amy and Brix Still Married] {{webarchive. link. (September 3, 2010)
  6. [http://www.pep.ph/news/20286/Amy-Perez-gives-birth-to-a-baby-boy! Actress-host Amy Perez gives birth to baby boy!]. Pep.ph. Retrieved on June 27, 2017.
  7. (July 17, 2023). "Amy Perez shares son Seyah's hilarious theory about her and former partner Brix Ferraris". [[GMA Integrated News]].
  8. (November 13, 2023). "Amy Perez, husband mark 9th wedding anniversary". ABS-CBN.
  9. Radyo 630. (July 17, 2023). "Hindi tayo iiwan nina Amy Perez at Jeff Canoy ngayong gabi dahil 'kasalo' tayo sa kanilang talakayan! Follow us! 📲💻".
  10. "'Umagang Kay Ganda' at iba pang shows, binigyang parangal sa Alta Media Icon Awards". [[ABS-CBN Entertainment]].
  11. (October 7, 2017). "ABS-CBN is most awarded TV network in the Alta Media Icon Awards". [[ABS-CBN Entertainment]].
  12. (October 5, 2018). "PERPETUAL HOLDS 4TH ALTA MEDIA ICON AWARDS". [[University of Perpetual Help System DALTA]].
  13. Cerezo, Anna. (December 8, 2023). "ABS-CBN programs, stars win big at Anak TV Awards". [[ABS-CBN News]].
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  15. (10 September 2013). "Coco Martin Named 'Most Influential Endorser'". [[ABS-CBN]].
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  19. (April 21, 2023). "'Showtime', Vice Ganda lead winners in NWSSU Students' Choice Awards". [[ABS-CBN News]].
  20. (April 21, 2023). "Northwest Samar State University students honor 13 ABS-CBN shows and artists". [[Manila Bulletin]].
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  31. (2017-11-20). "Asian Artists Agency Wins At The 31st PMPC Star Awards For Television".
  32. "32nd Star Awards for TV winners revealed; ASAP joins MMK, Eat Bulaga, Bubble Gang in Hall of Fame".
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  34. "34th Star Awards for Television nominees bared".
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