Gregory Lorenzana, Jr. (born May 11, 1980 in

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, U.S.), better known as Guji (pronounced "Goo-G") Lorenzana or simply Guji, is a Filipino-American singer, songwriter, actor, host, club DJ, commercial model and former radio DJ for Mellow 94.7 (2008-2010). Guji embarked on his music career in 2006, releasing two independent albums in the Philippines. As a talent of

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(a.k.a. Star Circle) Batch 16, he was officially launched as a singer on '' ASAP 08'' on August 17, 2008. Guji's first major project was with

as an actor, starring him alongside

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in the TV adaptation of popular

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, ''Precious Hearts Romances Presents: The Bud Brothers'', where Guji played the role of Rei, the "loveteam" partner of Pepper (Kaye Abad), gaining him initial acting notoriety in 2009. On August 17, 2017, Guji signed an exclusive 5-year management contract with

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's Viva Artists Agency, after being managed by Star Magic for the past 9 years. Guji continuously works in music and is often seen in Metro Manila's live music scene, singing with his project bands. On September 27, 2017, Guji signed with

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. His first single under Warner Music was scheduled for release in October 2017.

Theater

Filmography

Television

Film

Music video appearances

Discography

^* Ogie Alcasid first wrote and released "I'll Be Yours Forever" on his ''Better Man'' album, yet never became a single
^** Keith Martin's popular hit song, "Because of You", which was covered several times by other Filipino artists, was re-made into a Tagalog version for the first time by Guji (entitled "Dahil Sa Iyo")
^*** "Five Days More" was released under the birth name of Guji, Gregory Lorenzana

Awards and nominations

Notes

References

External links

Official Website
* {{DEFAULTSORT:Lorenzana, Guji 1980 births Living people American musicians of Filipino descent Male actors from Long Beach, California Star Magic Viva Artists Agency Filipino male models American models of Filipino descent The Voice of the Philippines contestants University of California, Davis alumni