Mylene Dizon (; born September 6, 1974) is a
Filipino
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actress and model. Dizon has established herself as one of the most renowned actresses in Philippine cinema with an astounding 30 films and nearly 50 television roles to her credit, as well as three Best Actress Awards from
Cinemalaya,
Gawad Urian
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, and
Golden Screen Awards
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for her performance in the film "100."
She was a member of
ABS-CBN
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's ''
Star Magic
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...
'', being an alumna of Batch 2. After starting with ABS-CBN in 1996, she transferred to the rival station
GMA Network
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in 2003 as a
GMA Artist Center
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member and was part of several TV series like ''
Captain Barbell'', ''
Agawin Mo Man ang Lahat
''Agawin Mo Man ang Lahat'' (International title: ''Stolen Love'' / ) is a 2006 Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. It stars Oyo Boy Sotto and Marian Rivera. It premiered on February 20, 2006 replacing ''Kung Mam ...
'', and ''
Dyesebel
''Dyesebel'' () is a Filipino comic book character, conceived by Mars Ravelo and drawn by Elpidio Torres. Dyesebel is a mermaid, who eventually gains full human form through a deal with a sea-witch.
Aside appearing in Pilipino Komiks, Dyesebe ...
''. Upon returning to ABS-CBN in 2009, she made a special appearance on ''
Tayong Dalawa
''Tayong Dalawa'' (International title: ''The Two of Us'') is a Philippine primetime drama series broadcast on ABS-CBN and worldwide on TFC from January 19, 2009 to September 25, 2009, replacing '' Dyosa'' and was replaced by '' Lovers in Paris ...
''. Her role ended when she became pregnant with her second child, and was then replaced by
Jodi Sta. Maria.
Recently, she played Grace Maniego in the 2011 drama ''
Budoy
''Budoy'' is a Philippine drama television series broadcast by ABS-CBN.
It tackles the story of Budoy, who is mentally challenged, and his family, relationships and social issues. It topbills Gerald Anderson, Jessy Mendiola and Enrique Gil. T ...
'', and later had a special participation role in the 2012 drama ''
Kahit Puso'y Masugatan
''Kahit Puso'y Masugatan'' (International title: ''Hearts on Fire'' / ) is a 2012 Philippine melodrama television series directed by Wenn V. Deramas, starring Iza Calzado, Andi Eigenmann, Jake Cuenca and Gabby Concepcion. The series was aired on ...
'' as Fatima San Jose. She also appeared in ''
Kahit Konting Pagtingin
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'', ''
Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala
''Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala'' (International title: ''Against All Odds'' / ) is a 2013 Philippine melodrama television series aired on ABS-CBN and worldwide on The Filipino Channel from June 17, 2013 to August 23, 2013, replacing ''Ina, Kapatid, Ana ...
'', and most recently in ''
Mirabella
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It was originally published by News Corporati ...
''. She was part of the cast of the second season of ''
Ikaw Lamang
''Ikaw Lamang'' (International title: ''No Greater Love'' / ) is a 2014 Philippine period drama television series, directed by Malu L. Sevilla and Avel E. Sunpongco, starring Kim Chiu and Coco Martin, together with an ensemble cast. The series w ...
'' (2014) as Tessa. She transferred back to GMA Network in 2014 and made her comeback in ''
Once Upon a Kiss
''Once Upon a Kiss'' is a 2015 Philippine television drama romance comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal, it stars Bianca Umali and Miguel Tanfelix. It premiered on January 5, 2015 on the network's Telebabad line u ...
'' starring
Bianca Umali
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Early and personal life
Maria Isadora Bianca Soler Umali was born on March ...
and
Miguel Tanfelix
Miguel Torrejos Tanfelix (born September 21, 1998) is a Filipino actor.
Tanfelix received his breakthrough performance when he played the role Niño , a mentally challenged boy in the series ''Niño (TV series), Niño'' (2014). He is also kn ...
. She returned to ABS-CBN and portrayed the role of Laura Hipolito-Suarez in afternoon melodrama series ''
Doble Kara
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'' (2015–17), and received critical acclaim for her performance along with
Julia Montes
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. She played Racquel A. Reyes-Moreno in the family drama series ''
The Good Son'' along with
Eula Valdez
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and
John Estrada
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. She returns to GMA Network once again to play Manisan Arati in ''
Sahaya
''Sahaya'' is a 2019 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Zig Dulay, it stars Bianca Umali in the title role. It premiered on March 18, 2019 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Onanay''. The ...
''. She is currently a freelancer and is doing projects with both ABS-CBN and GMA-7.
Career
Dizon's career began with being an alumna of the Batch 2 of
ABS-CBN
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's
Star Magic
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...
. She was then cast to be part of the teen-oriented series ''
Gimik
''Gimik'' is a Philippine youth-oriented television series produced and broadcast by ABS-CBN. The show ran from June 15, 1996, to February 6, 1999, replacing ''Game Na Game Na!'' and was replaced by '' G-mik'' every Saturday for 90 minutes and ...
'' (1996–99) as Melanie Suntay, and she would once again reunite with them in 2010 during a series entitled ''
Gimik 2010
''Gimik 2010'' is a Philippine television series on ABS-CBN as part of Your Song weekly series. It is a reintroduction of the 1990s series '' Gimik''.
Cast and characters
Main cast (Season 1: The Reunion)
*Judy Ann Santos as Dianne Villarue ...
''. Her big break arrived when she played the role as antagonist Sally Perida in ''
Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan'' (2001–03), alongside
Claudine Barretto
Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto (; born July 20, 1979) is a Filipino actress, singer, and entrepreneur.
Popularly dubbed as “''The'' ''Optimum Star''” by various media outlets, Barretto has won 3 FAMAS Award including 2 Best Actress w ...
and
Carlos Agassi
Amir Carlos Damaso Vahidi Agassi (born December 12, 1979, in Makati, Philippines), popularly known as Carlos Agassi and simply Amir, is a Filipino actor, rap artist, host, and model. He was launched as a member of ABS-CBN's Star Circle (now S ...
. Dizon then reunited with her ''Gimik'' co-stars when she starred in a movie based on the series titled ''
Gimik: The Reunion'' in 1999, reprising her role as Melanie Suntay.
After spending several years with ABS-CBN, Dizon transferred to its rival network
GMA Network
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. She starred in several series including ''
Narito ang Puso Ko
''Narito ang Puso Ko'' () is a 1992 Filipino drama film directed by Chito S. Roño. The film Lorna Tolentino and Gabby Concepcion. Produced by Viva Films, the film was released on September 30, 1992, and was a box office success. Tolentino's perf ...
'' (2003–04), ''
Agawin Mo Man ang Lahat
''Agawin Mo Man ang Lahat'' (International title: ''Stolen Love'' / ) is a 2006 Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. It stars Oyo Boy Sotto and Marian Rivera. It premiered on February 20, 2006 replacing ''Kung Mam ...
'' (2006), ''
Captain Barbell'' (2006–07), and the original version of ''
Dyesebel
''Dyesebel'' () is a Filipino comic book character, conceived by Mars Ravelo and drawn by Elpidio Torres. Dyesebel is a mermaid, who eventually gains full human form through a deal with a sea-witch.
Aside appearing in Pilipino Komiks, Dyesebe ...
'' (2008). Dizon made her film debut in 2006 while starring in the
lesbian
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movie ''Rome and Juliet'' playing the role of Rome Miranda. She got two nominations for Best Actress. She then participated in the movie ''
Shake, Rattle & Roll X
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'' (2008) in the segment "Emergency", portraying the role of an Aswang Wife.
![Mylene dizon nyc](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/3a/Mylene_dizon_nyc.jpg)
Dizon then returned to her home network, ABS-CBN, and made a special appearance on the critically acclaimed prime time series, ''
Tayong Dalawa
''Tayong Dalawa'' (International title: ''The Two of Us'') is a Philippine primetime drama series broadcast on ABS-CBN and worldwide on TFC from January 19, 2009 to September 25, 2009, replacing '' Dyosa'' and was replaced by '' Lovers in Paris ...
'' (2009). She won a Best Ensemble Performance in a Television Drama. Her character was then replaced by
Jodi Sta. Maria. She then became part of ''
Tanging Yaman
''Tanging Yaman'' (International Title: ''A Change of Heart'') is a 2000 Filipino religious-family drama film produced by Star Cinema. Directed by Laurice Guillen, the film garnered several awards, especially at the 2000 Metro Manila Film Fest ...
'' (2010), starring with
Erich Gonzales
Erika Chryselle Gonzales Gancayco-Lorenzo (born September 20, 1990), better known by her stage name Erich Gonzales (), is a Filipino actress. She is a contract artist of ABS-CBN's Star Magic. She started her showbiz career at the age of 14, a ...
,
Melissa Ricks
Melissa Marie Ricks-Macatangay (born January 9, 1990) is a Filipino actress of American descent. She was a runner-up in the reality talent search ''Star Circle Quest'' on ABS-CBN.
Background Career
In 2004, Ricks joined the reality talent sear ...
,
Agot Isidro
Maria Margarita Amada Fteha Isidro (born July 20, 1966), known professionally as Agot Isidro, is a Filipino actress. She is the fourth of the six children of Jose Isidro, an architect, and Palestinian mother Edwarta Fteha. She graduated from t ...
, Jodi Sta. Maria, and Rowell Santiago. After ''Tanging Yaman'' ended, Dizon became part of the remake version of the hit 90s series ''
Mara Clara
''Mara Clara'' is a Philippine drama television series on ABS-CBN, which aired from August 17, 1992 to February 14, 1997, replacing ''Sebya, Mahal Kita'' and was replaced by ''Esperanza''. The series stars Judy Ann Santos and Gladys Reyes. It w ...
'' (1992–97). The series was also titled ''
Mara Clara
''Mara Clara'' is a Philippine drama television series on ABS-CBN, which aired from August 17, 1992 to February 14, 1997, replacing ''Sebya, Mahal Kita'' and was replaced by ''Esperanza''. The series stars Judy Ann Santos and Gladys Reyes. It w ...
'' (2010–11), featuring a whole new cast including new stars
Kathryn Bernardo
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Dubbed as “''Asia's Superstar”'' by various media outlets, People Asia hailed Bernardo as the Box Office Queen of her generation for being the onl ...
and
Julia Montes
Mara Hautea Schnittka (; born March 19, 1995), known professionally as Julia Montes (), is a Filipino-German actress and model. She is one of the most sought-after actresses in the country and has been hailed as the “''Royal Princess of Dram ...
. Dizon played the role of Susan David, Mara's loving mother who tries to protect her daughter. The role was originally portrayed by Susan Africa.
Shortly after ''Mara Clara'', she starred in the prime time series ''
Budoy
''Budoy'' is a Philippine drama television series broadcast by ABS-CBN.
It tackles the story of Budoy, who is mentally challenged, and his family, relationships and social issues. It topbills Gerald Anderson, Jessy Mendiola and Enrique Gil. T ...
'' (2011–12) as Grace Maniego, Budoy's evil godmother who wants to kill him. Dizon then has a special participation role in ''
Kahit Puso'y Masugatan
''Kahit Puso'y Masugatan'' (International title: ''Hearts on Fire'' / ) is a 2012 Philippine melodrama television series directed by Wenn V. Deramas, starring Iza Calzado, Andi Eigenmann, Jake Cuenca and Gabby Concepcion. The series was aired on ...
'' (2012). She then was part of ''
Juan dela Cruz
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'' (2013), playing the role of Amelia dela Cruz, Juan's deceased mother. Dizon was then cast to be in ''
My Little Juan
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'' (2013), reprising the role of Amelia. She then became a part of the primetime
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series ''
Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala
''Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala'' (International title: ''Against All Odds'' / ) is a 2013 Philippine melodrama television series aired on ABS-CBN and worldwide on The Filipino Channel from June 17, 2013 to August 23, 2013, replacing ''Ina, Kapatid, Ana ...
'' (2013), a series starring
Judy Ann Santos
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.
She then played the role as antagonist Olive Robles in ''
Mirabella
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It was originally published by News Corporati ...
'' (2014) and then became part of the book 2 cast of ''
Ikaw Lamang
''Ikaw Lamang'' (International title: ''No Greater Love'' / ) is a 2014 Philippine period drama television series, directed by Malu L. Sevilla and Avel E. Sunpongco, starring Kim Chiu and Coco Martin, together with an ensemble cast. The series w ...
'' (2014) as Tessa Villanueva, Franco's mistress who is obsessed over him. After spending years with ABS-CBN, she came back to the ''Kapuso'' channel, GMA Network. Dizon starred in ''
Once Upon a Kiss
''Once Upon a Kiss'' is a 2015 Philippine television drama romance comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal, it stars Bianca Umali and Miguel Tanfelix. It premiered on January 5, 2015 on the network's Telebabad line u ...
'' (2015), playing the role of Giselle Almario, the main villain. Dizon then was part of the realistic-fiction movie ''
Heneral Luna
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'' (2015) and won a Best Supporting Actress for it in 2016.
Dizon then returned to her home network ABS-CBN later in 2015 to star in the critically acclaimed afternoon series ''
Doble Kara
''Doble Kara'' ( / eng, Double Kara) is a 2015 Philippine melodrama television series, directed by Emmanuel Q. Palo, Trina N. Dayrit, and Jojo A. Saguin starring Julia Montes in a dual role, as Kara Dela Rosa and Sara Suarez. It also stars ...
'' (2015–17). This marks the second collaboration between Dizon and Montes, four years after ''Mara Clara'' had ended. She starred alongside
Carmina Villarroel
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Personal life
Villarroel was previously married to Rustom Padilla in 1994; the two had no children, and Villarroe ...
,
Ariel Rivera
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Rivera was born in Manila, Philippines but has since migrated with his family to Canada. He has since become ...
,
Allen Dizon
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,
Sam Milby
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Samuel Lloyd Milb ...
,
Alicia Alonzo
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Career
She was a flight stewardes ...
,
Maxene Magalona
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,
Edgar Allan Guzman
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He gained popularity after he became the Mr. Pogi 2006 of ''Eat Bula ...
, and
John Lapus
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. The series was met with mostly positive reviews and strong ratings, and got three
PMPC Star Award nominations, and won
Best Daytime Drama. After ''Doble Kara'', Dizon is set to star in the primetime series ''
The Good Son'' (2017), alongside
John Estrada
John Anthony Siason Estrada (born June 13, 1973) is a Filipino film and TV actor who has starred in a number of roles as a leading man, comedian and villain. He is a contract actor of ABS-CBN, where he remained there from 1990 to 2018 and ...
and
Eula Valdez
Maria Julia Amorsolo Valdes (; born December 11, 1968), professionally known as Eula Valdes, is a Filipino actress, best known for her role as Amor Powers in the original version of ''Pangako Sa 'Yo'' (2000) and as Janice in the ''Bagets'' fil ...
.
In 2019, she made a comeback on GMA Network to play a mother role in ''
Sahaya
''Sahaya'' is a 2019 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Zig Dulay, it stars Bianca Umali in the title role. It premiered on March 18, 2019 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing ''Onanay''. The ...
''.
In 2020, due to Dizon's freelance status, she completed
Bilangin ang Bituin sa Langit in GMA and is currently doing
Huwag Kang Mangamba
''Huwag Kang Mangamba'' (International title: ''Mysterious Destiny'' / ) is a 2021 Philippine drama television series broadcast by Kapamilya Channel. Directed by Emmanuel Palo, Darnel Joy Villaflor, Jerry Lopez Sineneng and Ram Tolentino, it st ...
on ABS-CBN with a 2021 release.
Personal life
Dizon has two sons, Tomas and Lucas, with ex-boyfriend Paolo Paraiso.
She is now in a relationship with former La Salle superstar and PBA basketball coach
Jason Webb
Jason Pagaspas Webb (born September 23, 1973) is a Filipino basketball coach and former basketball player.
Playing career
Webb played collegiate basketball for the De La Salle Green Archers from 1991 to 1995. After college, he played for St ...
.
Filmography
Television
Film
Awards and nominations
References
External links
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1978 births
Living people
Filipino television actresses
Filipino film actresses
ABS-CBN personalities
GMA Network personalities
Filipino people of Kapampangan descent
People from Manila