Alfonso Martinez (actor)

Alfonso Sumilang Martinez (born May 19, 1988) is a Filipino actor.

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Sumilang and the surname or paternal family name is Martinez.
Alfonso Martinez
Born
Alfonso Sumilang Martinez

(1988-05-19) May 19, 1988
Other namesAlfons Martinez
OccupationActor
Years active1991–present
Parent(s)Albert Martinez (father)
Liezl Martinez (mother)
RelativesWilliam Martinez (uncle)
Aga Muhlach (uncle)

Career

Martinez made his television debut, as Alfons Martinez, in ABS-CBN's children's gag-variety show Ang TV. He played a nephew to Aga Muhlach, who is also his real-life maternal uncle, in the sitcom Oki Doki Doc.[1]

A month after Star Magic launched Star Magic Batch 15 — still in celebration of its 15th anniversary in 2007 — ABS-CBN's talent arm launched another batch of new talents. The group, dubbed as "Royalties", consisted of Megan Young, Gian Sotto, Michael Manahan, Michael Manotoc, and Alfonso Martinez.[2]

Martinez, along with Carl Guevarra joined the cast of Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv which was revamped to Abt Ur Luv, Ur Lyf 2 in 2007.[3] He played Daniel the romantic interest of Isabelle Abiera's character in Abt Ur Luv Ur Lyf 2[4]—his first TV role in 15 years after his television debut in Ang TV.

When Abt Ur Luv Ur Lyf 2 ended in 2008, he then went to appear in 2 other seasons of Star Magic Presents namely: Astigs in Haay...skul Lyf and Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Luvin' Lyf.[5][6]

Personal life

Alfonso Martinez is the eldest and only son of actors Albert Martinez and Liezl Martinez.[1][2][7] He has two younger sisters Alynna and Alyssa. He is a paternal nephew of William Martinez and Yayo Aguila and is also a maternal nephew of actors Aga Muhlach and Charlene Gonzales. His maternal grandparents are actors Amalia Fuentes and Romeo Vasquez.[8]

Martinez has scoliosis.[9]

In September 2020, Martinez became engaged to his "non-showbiz" girlfriend, Mikaela. The couple also announced that they were expecting their first child, a son.[10]

Filmography

Television
Year Title Role Notes Source
1992-94 Ang TV Himself Credited as "Alfons Martinez"
1993-94 Oki Doki Doc Fonzie Credited as "Alfons Martinez" [7][11]
2007 Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv, Ur Lyf 2 Daniel
2008 Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Haay...skul Lyf Gibbs [5]
2008 Star Magic Presents: Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Luvin' Lyf Marty [6]

References
  1. Bonifacio, Julie E. (2007-06-22). "New Star Magic artist Alfonso Martinez makes showbiz comeback". pep.ph. Retrieved 2011-04-01.
  2. Erece, Dinno (2007-06-18). "Star Magic launches "showbiz royalties"". News. pep.ph. Retrieved 2011-04-01.
  3. Erece, Dino (2008-01-10). "ABS-CBN airs new youth-oriented show "Astigs" starting January 12". Entertainment Guide - Television. pep.ph. Archived from the original on 2009-07-22. Retrieved 2009-01-27.
  4. Erece, Dinno (2007-10-04). "Young stars come and go in ABS-CBN teen show "Abt Ur Luv"". News. pep.ph. Retrieved 2011-04-01.
  5. Plasencia, Von Daniel R. (2019-02-22). "Lauren Young, Empress Schuck Work Together in New Drama". Sun Star. Retrieved 2020-01-27.
  6. Glorioso, Bot (1 May 2008). "Astigs Braves Camsur Waters". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 3 June 2014.
  7. "Eldest Son of Celebrity Couple Turns 22". ABS-CBN News. 19 May 2009. Retrieved 3 June 2014.
  8. Carrasco, Ronnie (24 June 2018). "Albert Martinez' Son is 'Ulirang Apo'". The Manila Times. Retrieved 3 June 2014.
  9. Erece, Dino (2008-05-30). "Alfonso Martinez Cannot Lose Much Weight Because of Scoliosis". pep.ph. Retrieved 2009-01-27.
  10. Garcia, Cara Emmeline (September 10, 2020). "Albert Martinez's son, Alfonso, is engaged to be married!". GMA News Online. Retrieved November 30, 2020.
  11. "Oki Doki Doc". The Filipino Channel. 19 May 2009.


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