Gerald Anderson

Biography

Gerald Randolph Opsima Anderson Jr. was born on March 7, 1989, in Subic, Zambales, Philippines. His father is an American instructor in the Subic Naval Base who travels back and forth between the United States and Zambales while his mother is a Filipino businesswoman from General Santos, Philippines. He also has a younger brother (Kenneth Anderson) and two older sisters from his mother's first marriage. When he was three years old, he and his family moved from General Santos to San Antonio, Texas, and then to Springfield, Missouri, when he was six. Finally, at 14 years of age, his family moved back to General Santos.

Anderson demonstrates oral fluency in English, Tagalog, and Cebuano. He finished his elementary studies in San Antonio, Texas, and completed high school in General Santos, Philippines.

Acting career

Anderson was discovered by Joross Gamboa when Gamboa performed in Anderson's hometown. Gamboa introduced him to his manager, Jhun Reyes, who brought him to ABS-CBN for the first season of Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition. Anderson and the other housemates entered the Big Brother house on April 23, 2006. After 42 days, he was named Teen Third Big Placer on the show.

Six months later, Anderson and screen partner/then-girlfriend, actress Kim Chiu, appeared together on several ABS-CBN shows (including Love Spell and Aalog-Alog) and in the film First Day High. In 2007 Anderson and Chiu starred in their first primetime TV series, Sana Maulit Muli; in September of that year they appeared in their first feature film, I've Fallen For You, produced by Star Cinema. That year, he was the Best New Male TV Personality (for Sana Maulit Muli) at the 21st PMPC Star Awards and the 38th Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation Box Office Awards (with Chiu). In May 2008 Anderson and Chiu were cast in My Girl, an adaptation of the South Korean TV series.

In 2009, Anderson starred in the primetime drama series Tayong Dalawa, winning the Best Drama Actor award at the NSUU TV Awards; Anderson and Chiu were the Most Popular Loveteam for the third consecutive year at the Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation Box Office Awards. In August of that year, he appeared in Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla:Tiagong Akyat.

The following year, Anderson started with Kim Chiu in the film Paano Na Kaya. He was cast in the ABS-CBN primetime drama Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo, and appeared in Your Song Presents: Isla with his Pinoy Big Brother Unlimited former housemates. Anderson and Chiu teamed up again in October 2010 for the film Till My Heartaches End. That month, it was reported that the couple had ended their romantic relationship.

By the end of December 2010, Anderson announced his departure from Bench following his decision not to renew his contract due to busy commitments.

In 2011 Anderson first worked with Sarah Geronimo in a film collaboration with Star Cinema and Viva Films entitled Catch Me, I'm in Love (shown on March 23, 2011), and in October he returned in the primetime series Budoy (his first primetime television series without Chiu). He starred with Jessy Mendiola; Chiu had an adjacent time slot with her drama, My Binondo Girl with Xian Lim. In November 2011 Anderson made another film with Geronimo, Won't Last A Day Without You. He reunited in a movie with Chiu titled 24/7 in Love, Star Magic's ensemble film in view of the agency's 20th anniversary. He is starring as Miguel Dizon in the 2013 teleserye, Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin alongside Dawn Zulueta and Kapamilya Leading Lady The Jewel of Drama Cristine Reyes.

Chalk Magazine's Top 50 Hottest Guys (2006–2008) and Number One Hokage (2013); Yes! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars (2007–2015, 2017), The Next Big Star (2011), and Top 20 Endorsers (2011); Candy Magazine's Top 3 Hottest Celebrity Cutie (2007) and Swoon-Worthiest Crushes (2008); Meg Magazine's Annual 50 Hottest Guys (2007, 2009–2010); Star Studio Magazine's Number #1 (2008), Sexiest Stars (2011), and Top 25 Most Intriguing and Inspiring People (2012); Cosmo Men Magazine's Top 1 Cosmo Celebrity Centerfold (2009); Inside Showbiz's Top 40 Hottest Men (2012); and Metro Magazine's Hottest Leading Men (2013)

Basketball career

In May 2018, Anderson joined the Marikina Shoemasters in the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League. He also played for the team at the Chooks-to-Go Pilipinas 3x3, a three-on-three basketball league, debuting in the third tour of the 2019 President's Cup helping the team win their first game in the conference. They won over the 1Bataan Risers but was not able to clinch a win for the remaining of the third tour. He later joined Imus Bandera for the following season. After suiting up for Imus, Anderson joined the GenSan Warriors, a team based in General Santos which is also his hometown.

Philippine Coast Guard

In 2016, Anderson joined the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) K9 Squadron Unit. In his interview with Bernadette Sembrano, he revealed that it was his parents who inspired him to join the Philippine Coast Guard with his father Gerald Anderson Sr., a retired U.S. Navy Officer and his mother's selfless acts of service. He was promoted Commodore in 2021. In August 2024, the Philippine Coast Guard's Ronnie Gil Gavan, Vice Admiral Jorge Lim and Armando Balilo bestowed the Search and Rescue medal upon Auxiliary Commander Anderson for his heroic rescue efforts during Typhoon Gaemi at Barangay Santo Domingo in Quezon City. He also financially helped the Zambales Aeta people, the Marawi families, and the Thitu Island children with PCGA Ensign Julia Barretto. In November, he was promoted officer of the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary with the rank of auxiliary captain and took his oath before 30th Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, Ronnie Gil Gavan.

Personal life

Anderson previously dated former onscreen partner and fellow housemate in Pinoy Big Brother, Kim Chiu, ending their relationship in 2010. In 2014, he admitted to having a relationship with actress Maja Salvador some time earlier than 2014, but broke up in 2015.

In 2016, Anderson rekindled his relationship with actress and How to Be Yours co-star Bea Alonzo, having previously dated in 2010. The couple separated in 2019.

In March 2021, during an interview with Boy Abunda, Anderson confirmed his relationship with Julia Barretto. They ended their relationship in 2025.

Interest

Anderson is fond of shoes and sneakers. He has massive collection of Nike Air Force 1s and Nike Air Jordans in his walk-in closet. His room is filled with Iron Man action figure collectibles. Anderson also has an impressive car and vehicle collection.

Filmography

Film

Television

Music videos

• "Love Team" - Itchyworms, Noontime Show (2006)
• "Crazy Love" - Kim Chiu, Gwa Ay Di (2007)
• "Your Name" - Young JV, Doin' It Big (2012)
• "Pinoy Summer, Da Best Forever" - Gerald Anderson and Sarah Geronimo (2012)
• "Step No, Step Yes" - Enchong Dee, Chinito Problems (2014)

Discography

Dance albums

• Gerald's Dance Pick (2006)
• Gerald's Noodle Dance (2007)

Awards and honors

Performance awards

Personality Awards

References

References

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3. "Gerald Anderson's notable projects through the years".
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8. (2 March 2019). "Dream come true for 'starstruck' Gerald Anderson to play in Chooks 3×3". Tiebreaker Times.
9. (8 December 2021). "Gerald Anderson to play for GenSan in MPBL". The Manila Times.
10. (29 December 2021). "Gerald Anderson relishes representing hometown GenSan in MPBL". Tiebreaker Times.
11. (6 December 2016). "Gerald Anderson will let PCG use his trained dogs".
12. (24 November 2024). "Gerald Anderson, inihayag sino talaga kanyang inspirasyon sa pagsali sa Coast Guard".
13. (August 8, 2024). "Actor Gerald Anderson feted for 'Carina' rescue efforts". [[Philippine News Agency]].
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19. (17 August 2021). "Gerald Anderson Just Shared a Tour of His Closet Filled With Air Force 1s, Iron-Man Collectibles, And More".
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21. (8 August 2019). "Gerald Anderson’s Car Collection".
22. "15 Pep Review: Catch Me...I'm In Love is a simple love story with a lot of heart". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
23. "Catch Me I'm in Love grosses "almost P15 million" on opening day". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
24. "Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson revive onscreen chemistry in 24/7 In Love". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
25. "15 Kapamilya stars join forces in 24/7 In Love". The Philippine Star.
26. "Star Cinema teases first glimpse of '24/7 In Love'". ABS-CBN News.
27. "'On The Job' a hit in Cannes".
28. "Piolo Pascual and Gerald Anderson-starrer, OTJ, receives standing ovation in Cannes". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
29. "WATCH: Liza, Enrique, Gerald in 'Everyday I love You' official trailer". Rappler.
30. "'Everyday I Love You' Review: Bizarre love triangle". Rappler.
31. "Gerald joins hot loveteam LizQuen in 'Everyday I Love You'". Manila Bulletin.
32. (August 2025). "First love, last love? The 'Halik Sa Hangin' official trailer is here".
33. "'Halik sa Hangin'—love with a great price". The Manila Times.
34. "Halik sa Hangin - An Extraordinary Coming-of-Age, Sensual Romance Film".
35. (3 January 2015). "Julia Montes and Gerald Anderson's "Halik sa Hangin," showing on January 28".
36. "Gerald on Bea: 'She's someone I admire a lot'".
37. "LOOK: Gerald, Arci get matching 'tattoos'". ABS-CBN News.
38. [[Star Cinema. (July 16, 2017). "Cinema Trailer 'AWOL' Gerald Anderson".
39. (January 18, 2018). "Pia Wurtzbach to be paired with Gerald". ABS-CBN News.
40. (9 July 2025). "MMDA unveils 4 official entries for 51st grand launch". Daily Tribune.
41. "Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson reunite for Your Song this Sunday, February 6". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
42. "Gerald Anderson is cast as a bangkero in Isla". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
43. "All is set for new mini-series "Your Song Presents: My Only Hope"". ABS-CBN News.
44. "Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson topbill "Your Song: My Only Hope"". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
45. "Gerald mas nahirapang gumanap na Bading sa MMK kesa sa Budoy". Bandera.
46. "'Letters': The Alan Cayetano story". Rappler.
47. "Gerald Anderson's character in MMK seeks revenge for his massacred family". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
48. "Gerald Anderson's Powerful MMK".
49. "Gerald Anderson chosen to play male lead in Pinoy version of "My Girl"". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
50. "Gerald Anderson plays a military man in 'Tayong Dalawa'".
51. "Gerald Anderson leads new teleserye 'Tayong Dalawa'". ABS-CBN News.
52. "4 for Agimat". The Philippine Star.
53. "Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo combines action, drama and romance". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
54. "Gerald Anderson Is Buhawi Jack".
55. "Gerald Anderson is Budoy, a child suffering from Angel Syndrome". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
56. "Gerald Anderson is proud of the success of Budoy".
57. "Piolo, Gerald to co-host sports show". ABS-CBN News.
58. (9 January 2014). "Meet the Cast of ABS-CBN Dyesebel 2014".
59. "Gerald teams up with Maja for the first time". Philippine Daily Inquirer.
60. (2021-10-11). "iQiyi reveals 6 new Korean, Filipino shows".
61. (June 11, 2025). "Gerald Anderson returns to 'Pinoy Big Brother' as house guest".
62. Severo, Jan Milo. (August 24, 2025). "Gerald Anderson reveals how he clinched directorial debut in 'Sins of the Father'".
63. Wang, Mel. (2025-12-02). "‘BuyBust’ Netflix Series Led by Anne Curtis, Gerald Anderson".
64. Mallorca, Hannah. "Richard Gutierrez, Barbie Imperial confirm relationship: ‘We weren’t hiding’".
65. "PMPC bares nominees for 26th Star Awards for TV". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
66. "Winners: 2013 Golden Screen TV Awards". Rappler.
67. "ABS-CBN shows win big at KBP Golden Dove Awards". ABS-CBN News.
68. "New York Festivals Int'l TV & Film Awards Announces Finalists for 2013 Competition".
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71. "ASAP Pop Viewers Choice Awards 2011".
72. "ASAP Pop Viewers Choice Awards 2007".
73. "2008 MYX Music Awards gallery". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
74. "ABS-CBN wins big at 12th Gawad Tanglaw". ABS-CBN News.
75. "24th Star Awards for TV;Maricel, Dingdong, Gerald, and Gretchen win top acting honors". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
76. "Gerald Anderson thankful for his first acting award". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
77. "Sisa Media Awards 2014: Affairs of the mind". The Philippine Star.
78. "Complete list of 9th Gawad Tanglaw winners unveiled". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
79. "Winners of 1st Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards Philippines bared". ABS-CBNNews.
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82. "Kapamilya stars are set to shine bright at the 2014 Gawad PASADO Awards.".
83. "ASAP Pop Viewers Choice Awards 2007".
84. "Sarah, Gerald-Kim, honored at the ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
85. (20 November 2011). "ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards 2011 Winners! Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson and Sarah Geronimo Lead Number of Awards Received!".
86. "23rd Star Awards for Television nominees bared". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
87. "38th Box Office Entertainment Awards of GMMSF (for 2007 releases)".
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93. "The 1st Barkada Choice Awards of Studio 23 winners".
94. (26 August 2011). "US Girls Awards 2011".
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96. (6 August 2012). "Gerald Anderson, MVP sa 3rd Star Magic Games!".
97. "3rd STAR MAGIC GAMES A BIG SUCCESS!".
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