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Amy Perez
Filipino TV host and presenter
Filipino TV host and presenter
| Field | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| name | Amy Perez-Castillo | ||||
| image | Amy Perez Paynauen 2015.jpg | ||||
| caption | Perez in 2015 | ||||
| birth_name | Maria Armida Parale Perez | ||||
| birth_date | |||||
| birth_place | Quezon City, Philippines | ||||
| occupation | Host, actress | ||||
| years_active | 1986–present | ||||
| agent | {{plainlist | ||||
| spouse | {{plainlist | ||||
| * {{marriage | Brix Ferraris | 1995 | 2014 | end | annulled}} |
| children | 3 | ||||
| relatives | Lorna Tolentino (cousin) | ||||
| Zsa Zsa Padilla (cousin) | |||||
| youtube_handle | FunFunTyangAmy | ||||
| youtube_years_active | 2018–present | ||||
| youtube_genre | |||||
| youtube_subscribers | 617,000 | ||||
| youtube_views | 21.6 million | ||||
| stats_update | June 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
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Campus Beat | Annie |
| 1987 | Jack & Jill | Bridesmaid |
| 1988 | Bobo Cop | |
| 1989 | Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko | |
| 1990 | Anak ni Baby Ama | |
| Flavor of the Month | ||
| Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko | Helen | |
| Petrang Kabayo 2 (Anong Ganda Mo! Mukha Kang Kabayo) | Marianne | |
| 1991 | Ipagpatawad Mo | |
| Kaputol ng Isang Awit | Margaux Vicencio | |
| Darna | ||
| 1994 | Nag-iisang Bituin | |
| Oo Na, Sige Na | Nina Bermudez | |
| 1995 | Batang-X | |
| 1999 | Gimik: The Reunion | |
| 1999 | Tigasin | |
| 2000 | Pera o Bayong: Not da TV | Lola/Host |
| 2006 | Matakot Ka sa Karma | Myrna |
| 2007 | I've Fallen for You | Ninang Beth |
| 2010 | Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote | Ina Magenta |
| 2011 | Enteng Ng Ina Mo | |
| 2012 | Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1986–1990 | Family Kuarta o Kahon | Herself / Co-host |
| 1988–1995 | Eat Bulaga! | |
| 1987–1998 | Palibhasa Lalake | Amy / Amelia |
| 1987-1988 | Kalatog Pinggan | Herself / Co-host |
| 1990–1995 | Sa Linggo nAPO Sila | Herself / Host |
| 1995–1998 | 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila | |
| 1998–2003 | Magandang Tanghali Bayan | |
| 2001-2002 | Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan | Mirriam Dela Rosa |
| 2002 | Wansapanataym: Ang Pilyo at Ang Pilya | Susan |
| 2002–2003 | Habang Kapiling Ka | Divine Ogata |
| 2004 | Ikaw sa Puso Ko | Various |
| Leya, ang Pinakamagandang Babae sa Ilalim ng Lupa | Maruba | |
| 2004–2005 | Diretsahan | Herself / Host |
| 2005 | M.R.S. | |
| 2006–2010 | Kabuhayang Swak na Swak | |
| 2007–2010 | A.M.Y. (About Me & You) | |
| 2006 | Love Spell: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes Ko Day! | Various |
| Gulong ng Palad | Lorraine Pineda | |
| 2009 | Only You | Emily |
| 2010–2013 | Face to Face | Herself / Host |
| 2010–2011 | Juicy! | Herself / Guest |
| 2010–2012 | Untold Stories Mula sa Face to Face | Herself / Host |
| Sapul sa Singko | ||
| 2012–2013 | Ang Latest | |
| Good Morning Club | ||
| 2013–2020 | Umagang Kay Ganda | |
| 2013–2015 | The Singing Bee | |
| 2014–2023 | Sakto | |
| 2016–present | It's Showtime | |
| 2023 | Unang Hirit | Herself / Guest |
| 2023–2024 | Kasalo | Herself / Host |
| 2024 | Family Feud (Philippine game show) | Herself / Guest |
| 2024–present | Ako 'To Si Tyang Amy | Herself / Host |
Radio shows
| Year | Title | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1989–1991 | Amy Perez on Radio Romance 101.9 | |
| Ah OA (Amy and Hans On-Air) | ||
| 2006–2010 | A.M.Y. (About Me & You) | |
| 2014–2020 | Sakto | |
| 2023–2024 | Kasalo | |
| 2024–present | Ako 'To Si Tyang Amy |
Awards and nominations
| Award | Year | Nominee / Work | Category | Result | Ref. | Alta Media Icon Awards | Anak TV Seal Awards | EdukCircle Awards | Gawad Pilipino Icon Awards | Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards | Nwssu Students' Choice Awards | Paragala Central Luzon Media Awards | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Yahoo OMG! Celebrity Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Host | ||||||||||||
| 2017 | ||||||||||||||
| 2018 | ||||||||||||||
| 2023 | Amy Perez | Net Makabata Star | ||||||||||||
| 2013 | Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Talk Show Host | ||||||||||||
| 2022 | Sakto | Outstanding Female TeleRadyo Host of the Year | ||||||||||||
| 2022 | It's Showtime | Favorite Musical/Variety Show Host | ||||||||||||
| 2023 | Sakto | Best Female Morning Show Host | ||||||||||||
| 2019 | Umagang Kay Ganda | |||||||||||||
| 1999 | Magandang Tanghali Bayan | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| 2007 | Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak | Best Educational Program Hosts | ||||||||||||
| (Shared with Uma Khouny and Chase Tinio.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2008 | Best Educational Program Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Uma Khouny.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2009 | Best Educational Program Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Gilbert Remulla.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2012 | Good Morning Club | Best Morning Show Hosts | ||||||||||||
| (Shared with Good Morning Club hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| Kumare Klub | Best Morning Show Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Christine Bersola-Babao and Chiqui Roa-Puno.) | ||||||||||||||
| Face to Face | Best Public Affairs Program Hosts | |||||||||||||
| 2013 | Good Morning Club | Best Morning Show Hosts | ||||||||||||
| (Shared with Good Morning Club hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| Face to Face | Best Public Affairs Program Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Gelli de Belen.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2014 | The Singing Bee | Best Game Show Hosts | ||||||||||||
| (Shared with Roderick Paulate.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2015 | Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Hosts | ||||||||||||
| (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2016 | It's Showtime | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2017 | It's Showtime | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2018 | It's Showtime | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2019 | It's Showtime | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2021 | It's Showtime | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| Umagang Kay Ganda | Best Morning Show Hosts | |||||||||||||
| (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) | ||||||||||||||
| 2023 | It's Showtime | Best Female TV Host | ||||||||||||
| 2013 | Umagang Kay Ganda | Favorite Female TV Host of the Year |
Notes
References
References
- (August 30, 2006). "Happily single".
- "Leading Women: Amy Perez-Castillo".
- Red, Isah V.. (July 15, 2019). "Amy Perez finds time to look better than ever".
- "Amy Perez, hindi makapaniwalang may billboard na siya sa EDSA".
- [http://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/news/courtnews%20flash/2006/07/07200601.php SC: Amy and Brix Still Married] {{webarchive. link. (September 3, 2010)
- [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.
- (July 17, 2023). "Amy Perez shares son Seyah's hilarious theory about her and former partner Brix Ferraris". [[GMA Integrated News]].
- (November 13, 2023). "Amy Perez, husband mark 9th wedding anniversary". ABS-CBN.
- Radyo 630. (July 17, 2023). "Hindi tayo iiwan nina Amy Perez at Jeff Canoy ngayong gabi dahil 'kasalo' tayo sa kanilang talakayan! Follow us! 📲💻".
- "'Umagang Kay Ganda' at iba pang shows, binigyang parangal sa Alta Media Icon Awards". [[ABS-CBN Entertainment]].
- (October 7, 2017). "ABS-CBN is most awarded TV network in the Alta Media Icon Awards". [[ABS-CBN Entertainment]].
- (October 5, 2018). "PERPETUAL HOLDS 4TH ALTA MEDIA ICON AWARDS". [[University of Perpetual Help System DALTA]].
- Cerezo, Anna. (December 8, 2023). "ABS-CBN programs, stars win big at Anak TV Awards". [[ABS-CBN News]].
- "The 3rd EdukCircle Awards". The EdukCircle.
- (10 September 2013). "Coco Martin Named 'Most Influential Endorser'". [[ABS-CBN]].
- "ABS-CBN bags 14 awards at Gawad Pilipino 2022 {{!}} ABS-CBN Entertainment".
- (August 2, 2022). "AJeepney TV Favorite Awards Announce Nomination In Hosting Categories".
- (October 23, 2022). "Kathryn and Daniel win big at Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards".
- (April 21, 2023). "'Showtime', Vice Ganda lead winners in NWSSU Students' Choice Awards". [[ABS-CBN News]].
- (April 21, 2023). "Northwest Samar State University students honor 13 ABS-CBN shows and artists". [[Manila Bulletin]].
- INQUIRER.net. (2019-03-16). "INQUIRER.net wins 'Best Digital Content for News' award at 'Paragala' 2019".
- (October 21, 2007). "PMPC bares nominees in the 21st Star Awards for Television". [[PEP.ph]].
- (October 16, 2008). "PMPC bares nominees for "22nd Star Awards for Television"". [[PEP.ph]].
- (November 30, 2009). "ABS-CBN named Best TV Station at the 23rd Star Awards for TV". [[PEP.ph]].
- (November 5, 2012). "PMPC Star Awards for TV 2012 List of Nominees".
- (November 25, 2013). "PMPC Star Awards for TV 2013 List of Winners".
- "28th PMPC Star Awards for TV And the winners are...".
- (December 3, 2015). "FULL LIST: Winners, 2015 PMPC Star Awards for TV".
- (October 24, 2016). "LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards 2016 – television".
- (November 14, 2017). "31st PMPC Star Awards For Television List Of Winners".
- (2017-11-20). "Asian Artists Agency Wins At The 31st PMPC Star Awards For Television".
- "32nd Star Awards for TV winners revealed; ASAP joins MMK, Eat Bulaga, Bubble Gang in Hall of Fame".
- (October 14, 2019). "LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards for Television 2019".
- "34th Star Awards for Television nominees bared".
- Mallorca, Hannah. (January 29, 2023). "35th PMPC Star Awards for Television unveils list of winners". [[Philippine Daily Inquirer]].
- (June 4, 2013). "Yahoo! OMG Awards nominees revealed". [[ABS-CBN News]].
- (July 19, 2013). "WINNERS: Yahoo! OMG Awards 2013". [[rappler]].
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