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Jericho Rosales
Born
Jericho Vibar Rosales

(1979-09-22) September 22, 1979 (age 45)
Other names Echo
Years active 1996–present
Agent
  • Star Magic
    Manila Genesis
    Cornerstone Entertainment
Height 5 ft 10 in (180 cm)
Spouse(s)
Kim Jones
(m. 2014; sep. 2024)
Children 1

Jericho Vibar Rosales (Tagalog: [dʒɛˈɾikɔ ɾɔˈsalɛs]; born September 22, 1979), also known as Echo, is a Filipino actor, singer, songwriter and film producer. Known primarily for his leading man roles in romantic drama, he has starred in some of the most distributed Philippine series around the world. His accolades include a Guam International Film Festival Award, two Newport Beach Film Festival Award, a Gawad Urian Award, two Metro Manila Film Festival Awards and four Star Awards for Movies, including nominations for an ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards, six FAMAS Awards and four Luna Awards.

At age 17, Rosales began his career after winning the pageant "Mr. Pogi" in 1996, a segment in the noontime variety show Eat Bulaga!. He was launched the following year as one of Star Circle's fourth batch members by talent agency Star Magic. He rose to stardom after playing Angelo Buenavista in the romantic drama Pangako Sa 'Yo (2000), and has since starred in International Emmy-nominated series such as Kahit Isang Saglit (2008), Dahil May Isang Ikaw (2010), The Legal Wife (2014) and Bridges of Love (2016). His other starring roles in Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas (2003), Panday (2005), Green Rose (2011) and Halik (2018) established him as a leading actor in soap operas.

Dubbed as the "Asian Drama King", Rosales is one of the most successful Filipino actors in Asia. In 2012, he received an Achievement in Acting award at the Guam International Film Festival and won Best Actor at the Newport Beach Film Festival in 2013. He received his first Gawad Urian for Best Actor for his role in the film Alagwa (2012). For his portrayal in the romantic comedy Walang Forever (2015), he won the Metro Manila Film Festival Award for Best Actor. His portrayals in the biographical film Pacquiao: The Movie (2006) and romantic war Baler (2008) earned him the Star Award for Movie Actor of the Year.

Career

1996-2009: Early roles and breakthrough

Rosales gained international stardom in several countries (Malaysia, China, Ghana, Cambodia, Peru, Colombia, and many others) for his primetime soaps such as Pangako Sa 'Yo (2000–2002), Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas (2003–2004) and Dahil May Isang Ikaw (2009–2010), all co-starring Kristine Hermosa. Since its original release, Pangako Sa 'Yo has aired in over 20 foreign territories, with the Cambodian Television Network ordering a local remake in 2013. In Peru, Rosales is known for his role in the series Bridges of Love ("Puentes de Amor"), the first Filipino drama to air in the country and the Latin American market. Similarly, The Legal Wife (2014), which also stars Maja Salvador and Angel Locsin, have gained much popularity in the African and Balkan regions. In 2006 he portrayed Filipino boxing champion Manny Pacquiao in Pacquiao: The Movie, and bagged two Best Actor trophies for his work. He repeated this in 2008, when he won two more Best Actor awards for his role in the classic film Baler, opposite Anne Curtis.

2010s: Career expansion

In February 2011, Rosales starred in the remake of the Korean drama, Green Rose. The same year, he appeared in two productions. He starred in his first international film, Subject: I Love You. He then starred in the family drama Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow which premiered at the 37th Metro Manila Film Festival. While it became the festival's least performing film at the box office with earnings of ₱10.6 million, his performance was met with critical praise. In March 2012, he starred with in the political drama Dahil sa Pag-ibig. The finale episode drew 33.9 percent national ratings. In 2013, Rosales starred as Jesse Robredo in the anthology Maalaala Mo Kaya. According to Kantar Media, the episode received 31.9 percent household ratings. In January 2014, he starred with Angel Locsin and Maja Salvador in the romantic drama The Legal Wife. His portrayal received praises from critics and was one of the most watched television shows of 2014. The following month, he starred in the adaptation of Bob Ong's fictional memoir ABNKKBSNPLAko?!. Abigail Mendoza of Philippine Entertainment Portal commended his "natural" approach to his character in the film. He later played a supporting role in the historical drama Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo as Dr. Jose Rizal.

Rosales appeared in two major projects in 2015. She starred with Maja Salvador and Paulo Avelino in the romantic drama Bridges of Love. The series was a success, receiving a national rating of 28.3% at peak and earned a nomination at the International Emmy Award for Best Telenovela. In December 2015, Walang Forever premiered at the 41st Metro Manila Film Festival. The film was a box-office success, grossing ₱100 million throughout its run. In September 2016, Rosales starred with Arci Muñoz and John Estrada in the revenge drama Magpahanggang Wakas. The series received its highest national rating of 29% in one of its episodes. He then played a fictionalized version of himself in the comedy film Ang Babae Sa Septic Tank 2: #ForeverIsNotEnough. The following year, he played Diego in the romantic drama Siargao, directed by Paul Soriano. In August 2018, Rosales starred in the drama Halik. According to Kantar Media, the series achieved its highest national television rating of 30.3% in its finale episode and was ranked among the most watched television shows of 2018 in the Philippines. In December 2018, The Girl in the Orange Dress was released as one of the entries of the 44th Metro Manila Film Festival where he starred opposite Jessy Mendiola.

2020s: Established actor

After a four-year hiatus, Rosales made his acting comeback in May 2023 through his theatrical debut as Tony Javier in Ryan Cayabyab's Ang Larawan: The Concert. In April 2024, the principal photography for the crime drama Sellblock has wrapped.

Philanthropy and activism

In February 2014, Rosales was involved in a campaign "Free Mali", the lonely elephant who has been living in a small, concrete enclosure at the Manila Zoo for 35 years. The campaign is led by animal rights group PETA. In February 2020, Rosales launched an eco-friendly tote bags named "Echo Bags". Portions of the proceeds went to "Waves 4 Water", a non-profit organization which helps people around the world get access to clean water. In April 2020, Rosales auctioned some of his items in an online bidding for the benefit of "Lockdown Cinema Club", which supports 1,500 film workers displaced by the ongoing Luzon lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In November 2020, Rosales donated 400 food packs in Marikina for the victims of Typhoon Ulysses through the organization "I Am Hope" headed by Bea Alonzo. In October 2021, Rosales spearheaded a 20-unit housing project in Baggao, Cagayan with ex-wife Kim Jones and manager Marinez Elizalde for the victims of Typhoon Ulysses.

Personal life

Rosales was born in Quezon City, but was raised in Bula, Camarines Sur where he learned to speak Rinconada Bikol.

Rosales and Kristine Hermosa were in an Intimate relationship from 2000 to 2004.

He married Kim Jones in a beach wedding ceremony in Boracay on May 1, 2014. On January 29, 2024, Rosales and Jones announced their separation after being married for 10 years. Their godfather, Ricco Ocampo, stated that they had been separated since 2019.

Acting credits

Television

Key
Shows that have not yet been aired Denotes shows that have not yet been aired
Jericho Rosales's television credits with year of release, title(s) and role
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
1997 Kaybol: Ang Bagong TV
Esperanza Buboy
Wansapanataym Episode: "Stopwatch"
Star Drama Theater Presents: Angelika Episode: "Anyone You Love"
1998 Wansapanataym Episode: "Celeste"
!Oka Tokat Jeremy
Richard Loves Lucy
1999 Wansapanataym Episode: "Si San Miguel at Si Lucifer"
Ang Munting Paraiso Alberto Dionisio
2000 Pangako sa 'Yo Angelo Buenavista
2003 Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas Christian Soriano
Masayang Tanghali Bayan Host
2004 Maalaala Mo Kaya Erik Santos
2005 Bora: Sons of the Beach Alon
Carlo J. Caparas' Ang Panday Tristan
2007 Love Spell Presents: Ellay Enchanted Elloy
Pangarap na Bituin Terrence Rodriguez
2008 Maalaala Mo Kaya Johnny Episode: "Gayuma"
Kahit Isang Saglit Francisco 'Rocky' Santillan Jr.
2009 I Love Betty La Fea Aldo
Dahil May Isang Ikaw Miguel Ramirez
2011 Green Rose Jerome Delgado
I Dare You Host
100 Days to Heaven Tagabantay
2012 Dahil sa Pag-Ibig Oliver Falcon
2013 Maalaala Mo Kaya Jesse Robredo Episode: "Tsinelas"
2014 The Legal Wife Adrian De Villa
Kusinero Cinta Fredo
2015 Bridges of Love Gabriel "Gael" Nakpil
2016 Magpahanggang Wakas Ronualdo "Waldo" Del Mar
2018 Halik Catalino "Lino" Bartolome
2024 Sellblock
Lavender Fieldsdagger Tyrone De Vera

Film

Jericho Rosales's film credits with year of release, film titles and roles
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
1997 Biyudo si Daddy, Biyuda si Mommy Robert
Hanggang Kailan Kita Mamahalin? Jojo
1998 Magandang Hatinggabi Darwin
1999 Wansapanataym: The Movie Michael Arcangel
Suspek
2000 Tanging Yaman Rommel
2001 Trip Erwin
Bagong Buwan Lieutenant Ricarte
2002 Forevermore Anton
Kailangan Kita Abel
2003 Ngayong Nandito Ka Rocky
Noon at Ngayon Levi
2004 Santa Santita Mike
2005 Nasaan Ka Man Joven
2006 Pacquiao: The Movie Manny Pacquiao
Bilut Gabriel
2008 Baler Celso Resurrecion
2010 I'll Be There Tommy Santibañez
2011 Subject: I Love You Victor
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Jacob
2012 Alagwa Robert Lim
2014 ABNKKBSNPLAko? The Movie Roberto
Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo José Rizal
2015 #Walang Forever Ethan Isaac
2016 Ang Babae sa Septic Tank 2: Forever is Not Enough Jericho Rosales (Fictionalized)
2017 Luck at First Sight Joma
Siargao Diego
2018 The Girl in the Orange Dress Rye Del Rosario

Awards and nominations

Major associations

Awards and nominations received by Jericho Rosales
Award Year Category Nominated work Result Ref.
Awit Awards 2013 Song of the Year Paboritong Tag-ulan Nominated
ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards 2013 Best Actor Alagwa Nominated
Box Office Entertainment Awards 2000 Prince of RP Movies Himself Won
Most Popular Loveteam (with Kristine Hermosa) Pangako Sa 'Yo Won
2010 Promising Male Recording/Performer of the Year Change Won
2016 Film Actor of the Year #WalangForever Won
2017 TV Actor of the Year Magpahanggang Wakas Won
FAMAS Awards 2001 Best Supporting Actor Tanging Yaman Nominated
2006 Best Actor Nasaan Ka Man Nominated
2007 Pacquiao: The Movie Nominated
2009 Baler Nominated
2012 Best Theme Song In the Name of Love ("Naaalala Ka") Nominated
2013 Best Actor Alagwa Nominated
Gawad Genio Awards 2009 Best Actor Baler Won
Gawad Pasado Awards 2007 Best Actor Pacquiao: The Movie Nominated
2009 Baler Won
Gawad Tanglaw Awards 2013 Best Actor Alagwa Won
2019 Best Actor (Drama series) Halik Won
Gawad Urian Awards 2001 Best Supporting Actor Tanging Yaman Nominated
2004 Noon at Ngayon Nominated
2013 Best Actor Alagwa Won
2015 Red Nominated
2016 #WalangForever Nominated
Golden Screen Awards 2007 Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama) Pacquiao: The Movie Nominated
2009 Baler Nominated
2013 Alagwa Nominated
Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Drama Series Dahil sa Pag-ibig Nominated
Outstanding Original Reality/Competition Program Host I Dare You Nominated
Guam International Film Festival 2013 Achievement in Acting Alagwa Won
Luna Awards 2005 Best Actor Santa Santita Nominated
2011 Baler Nominated
2012 Best Supporting Actor Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Nominated
2018 Best Actor Siargao Nominated
Metro Manila Film Festival 2011 Best Actor Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Nominated
2015 #WalangForever Won
2017 Siargao Nominated
2018 The Girl In the Orange Dress Nominated
Male Star of the Night Himself Won
NewFilmmakers Los Angeles Awards 2022 Best Actor Basurero Nominated
Newport Beach Film Festival 2011 Outstanding Achievement in Filmmaking Acting Subject: I Love You Won
2013 Outstanding Achievement in Acting Alagwa Won
Star Award for Movies 2007 Movie Actor of the Year Pacquiao: The Movie Won
2009 Baler Won
2010 Male Star of the Night Himself Won
2012 Movie Actor of the Year Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Nominated
2013 Alagwa Nominated
2014 Dekada Award Himself Won
2016 Movie Actor of the Year #WalangForever Nominated
2018 Siargao Nominated
Star Award for Music 2010 Song of the Year Pusong Ligaw Won
2019 Male Pop Artist of the Year Hardin Nominated
Star Award for Television 1998 Best New Male TV Personality Himself Won
2000 Best Single Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya ("Pasa") Won
2012 Best Drama Actor Dahil sa Pag-ibig Won
2019 Halik Won
Young Critics Circle 2000 Best Performance Tanging Yaman Won

Other accolades

Awards and nominations received by Jericho Rosales
Award Year Category Nominated work Result Ref.
Alta Media Icon Awards 2019 Best Drama Actor for TV Halik Won
Anak TV Awards 2017 Makabata Star Himself Won
2019 Won
EdukCircle Awards 2018 Most Influential Male Endorser of the Year Himself Won
2019 Best Actor in a Television Series Halik Won
Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards 2022 Favorite Love Triangle The Legal Wife Won
Kabantugan Awards 2019 Most Favorite TV Actor Halik Won
Most Favorite Movie Actor Won
People Asia Awards 2018 Men Who Matter Himself Won
Star Magic Awards 2013 Icon Award Himself Won

Discography

Studio album

List of studio albums, with sales figures and certifications
Title Album details Sales Certifications
Kristine/Jericho
  • Released: 2002
  • Label: Star Records
N/A N/A
Loose Fit
  • Released: August 28, 2006
  • Label: EMI Philippines
N/A N/A
Jericho Rosales
  • Released: 2008
  • Label: EMI Philippines
N/A N/A
Change
  • Released: 2009
  • Label: Star Records
PHI: 20,000 PARI: Platinum
Korona
  • Released: 2012
  • Label: Star Records
N/A N/A

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Jericho Rosales para niños

  • Cinema of the Philippines
  • List of Filipino male actors
  • Television in the Philippines
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