Gary Valenciano
Gary Valenciano | |
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Valenciano performing in Toronto in 2014 | |
| Born | Edgardo Jose Santiago Valenciano August 6, 1964 Santa Mesa, Manila, Philippines |
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| Agent | Star Magic (2024–present) |
| Works | Discography |
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Angeli Pangilinan (m. 1984) |
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| Relatives | Kiko Pangilinan (brother-in-law) Anthony Pangilinan (brother-in-law) Leo Martinez (brother-in-law) Sharon Cuneta (co-sister-in-law) Maricel Laxa (co-sister-in-law) Chito Miranda (nephew-in-law) Neri Naig (niece-in-law) |
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| Years active | 1982–present |
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| Website | garyv |
Edgardo Jose "Gary" Santiago Valenciano (born August 6, 1964) is a Filipino singer and actor. Known for his musical versatility and performances, he is a recipient of various accolades, including 12 Awit Awards, three FAMAS Awards, and a Myx Magna Award.
Valenciano began his career in 1984 with the release of his self-titled debut album. In the succeeding years, he has ventured on screen, with appearances in several films and television shows. He has performed alongside artists such as Brian McKnight, George Duke, Paul Jackson Jr., Michael Shapiro, Ricky Martin, Cliff Richard, Leon Patilo, Michael W. Smith, Sandi Patti, Steven Curtis Chapman, and Kool & the Gang. Valenciano is also a philanthropist, having been appointed as the country's first UNICEF National Ambassador in 1997.
He is one of ABS-CBN's contract artists and has been a mainstay co-host of the weekly variety show ASAP since 2003.