Efren Montes Reyes Jr. (born June 25, 1959) is a Filipino actor known for his last leading roles in ''Tapos Na ang Lahi Mo, Hadji Djakiri'' in 1990 and ''Nestor Solis'' in 1996.

Early life

Reyes was born on June 25, 1959 in

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, he is a fourth generation artist being the son of actor, writer, director and film producer of the late

Efren Reyes Sr. Efren Ongpin Reyes Sr. (June 18, 1924 – February 11, 1968) was a Filipino actor and director. He was the father of Efren Reyes Jr. Early life Efren Ongpin Reyes Sr. was a popular action star of the '50s appearing mostly in action and cos ...

and actress, director and film producer Virginia Montes. He is the brother of actress, Cristina Reyes. He is the nephew of actors Johnny Reyes and Tessie Quintana. He is the grandson of writer Pedrito Reyes. He is the great grandson of playwright Severino Reyes who is also known as "

Lola Basyang ''Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang'' ( Tagalog, literally "The Stories of Grandmother Basyang") is an anthology of short stories written by "Lola Basyang," the pen name of Severino Reyes, founder and editor of the Tagalog magazine, ''Liwayway''. The o ...

" And is called "the Father of Philippine Sarsuela. Reyes was first introduced as a child actor in the movie ''Eskinita 29'' in 1968, then later he became an action star in the 1980s, and then took roles as main villain in 1989 up to the present in Philippine films and

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Filmography

Film

*''Eskinita 29'' (1967) *''Siga'' (1980) *''Kaliwete Brothers'' (1980) *''Over My Dead Body'' (1983) *''Digmaan sa Pagitan ng Langit at Lupa'' (1984) *''Pepeng Karbin'' (1984) *''Operation: Central Luzon'' (1985) *''Isusumpa Mo ang Araw Nang Isilang Ka'' (1985) *'' Gabi Na, Kumander'' (1986) *''Mula Paa Hanggang Ulo'' (1989) *''Tatak ng Isang Api'' (1989) *''Delima Gang'' (1989) *''Bala at Rosaryo'' (1990) *''Angel Molave'' (1991) *''Tapos Na ang Lahi Mo, Hadji Djakiri'' (1990) *''

Kaaway ng Batas ''Kaaway ng Batas'' () is a 1990 Philippine The Philippines (; fil, Pilipinas, links=no), officially the Republic of the Philippines ( fil, Republika ng Pilipinas, links=no), * bik, Republika kan Filipinas * ceb, Republika sa Pilipin ...

'' (1990) *''Walang Piring ang Katarungan'' (1990) *''Sagad Hanggang Buto'' (1991) *''Sgt. Patalinhug'' (1991) *''Kung Patatawarin Ka ng Bala Ko'' (1991) *'' Sgt. Ernesto Baliola: Tinik sa Batas'' (1992) *''Basagulero'' (1992) *''Totoy Guwapo Alyas Kanto Boy'' (1992) *''

Lakay ''Lakay'' (subtitled ''A True to Life Story of P/Col Juanito Lagasca'') is a 1992 Filipino action film directed by Nilo Saez, written by Jose Carreon, and starring Fernando Poe Jr. as the titular police colonel. It also stars Charo Santos, Ri ...

'' (1992) *''Tondo, Libingan ng Mga Siga'' (1992) *''Lt. Napoleon Velasco, Alyas Kumander Kalbo'' (1993) *''Alejandro "Diablo" Malubay'' (1993) *''Dodong Armado'' (1993) *''Geron Olivar'' (1993) *''Macario Durano'' (1994) *''Nagkataon, Nagkatagpo'' (1994) *''

Megamol ''Megamol'' is a 1994 Filipino comedy film directed by Eddie Rodriguez and starring Sharon Cuneta and Andrew E.. The film's title is a play on the third largest shopping mall in the Philippines, SM Megamall, which is located in Mandaluyong a ...

'' (1994) *''Ka Hector'' (1994) *''Nestor Solis, Hari ng Oxo'' (1995) *''Judge Maximiano Asuncion: Hukom Bitay'' (1995) *''Urban Rangers'' (1995) *''Medrano'' *''

Hawak Ko Buhay Mo ''Hawak Ko Buhay Mo'' () is a 1997 Philippine action film starring Ronnie Ricketts, who wrote and directed the film under the name Ronn Rick, and Michael de Mesa. The film is streaming online on YouTube. Cast * Ronnie Ricketts as Alex * Mi ...

'' (1997) *''Ang Babae sa Bintana'' (1998) *''Isprikitik: Walastik Kung Pumitik'' (1999) *'' Alyas Pogi: Ang Pagbabalik'' (1999) *'' Tunay Na Tunay: Gets Mo? Gets Ko!'' (2000) *''Palaban'' (2000) *''

Bukas, Babaha ng Dugo ''Bukas, Babaha ng Dugo'' () is 2001 Filipino action crime drama film written and directed by Baldo Marro for Regal Films and starring Lito Lapid and Emilio Garcia. Plot An honest soldier (Lito Lapid) is assigned to a unit comprising several m ...

'' (2001) *'' Mano Po 2: My Home'' (2003) *''

Anak ng Kumander ''Anak ng Kumander'' () is a 2008 Filipino action film directed by Jose "Kaka" Balagtas, written by Rod Santiago, and starring Manny Pacquiao and Ara Mina. The film was released on January 1, 2008 as part of the 33rd Metro Manila Film Festival. ...

'' (2008) *'' Father Jejemon'' (2010) *''Badil'' (2013) *''

Raketeros ''Raketeros'' is a 2013 Filipino comedy film produced by Heaven's Best Entertainment starring some of 90's comedy icons Herbert Bautista, Dennis Padilla, Long Mejia, Andrew E., and Ogie Alcasid. The film will open in theaters on August 7, 2013 a ...

'' (2013) *'' Muslim Magnum .357: To Serve and Protect'' (2014) *''

Da Possessed ''Da Possessed'' is a 2014 Filipino horror comedy film directed by Joyce Bernal, and starring Vhong Navarro and Solenn Heussaff. The film, produced and distributed by Star Cinema officially premiered in the Philippines on April 19, 2014.

'' (2014) *''Ang Bagong Dugo'' (2014) *'' Kid Kulafu'' (2015) *''Durugin ang Droga'' (2017) *''The Lookout'' (2018) *'' Bato: The General Ronald dela Rosa Story'' (Regal Entertainment, 2019)

As writer

*''Sa Iyo ang Itaas, sa Akin ang Ibaba ng Bahay'' (1997) *''Tatapatan Ko ang Lakas Mo'' (1999) *''Pasasabugin Ko ang Mundo Mo'' (2000)

As director

*''Sa Iyo ang Itaas, sa Akin ang Ibaba ng Bahay'' (1997)

Television

*''Lovingly Yours'' (1984-1996) *''Regal Shockers The Series'' (1985) *''Sic O Clock News'' (1986-1989) *''John En Marsha The Series'' (1987-1990) Guest *''Ok Ka Fairy Ko'' (1987-1995) Guest *''Palibhasa Lalake'' (1987-1998) Guest *''Home Along Da Riles'' (1992-2003) Guest *''Boracay'' (1993) Guest *''Cebu'' (1993) Guest *''GMA Telecine Specials'' (1993) *''Bisperas ng Kasaysayan'' (1994) *''Davao: Ang Gintong Pag Asa'' (1994) Guest *''Tropang Trumpo'' (1995-1998) Guest *''Coney Reyes On Camera'' (1995-1998) Various *''The Calvento Files The Series'' (1997-1998) Various *''Paraiso'' (1997-1998) Various *''

Mula Sa Puso ''Mula sa Puso'' ( en, From the Heart) is a 1997 Philippine primetime melodrama romance television series originally aired by ABS-CBN from March 10, 1997, to April 9, 1999 (the series ended for 2 years in its long-run) replacing '' Maria Me ...

'' (1997-1999) Ysmael Matias *''Maynila'' (1999–present) Various *''Codename: Verano'' (2000) Guest *''Bubble Gang'' (2000) Various *''

Tabing Ilog ''Tabing Ilog'' ()Tabing Ilog: Then and Now
Spot.ph (April 18, 2014). Retrieved on Decem ...

'' (1999–2003) *''Kasangga'' (2001) Various *'' Sa Puso Ko, Iingatan Ka'' (2001) Mr. Tordesillas *''

Bituin ''Bituin'' (International title: ''Star'') is a 2002 musical Philippine soap opera that was aired by ABS-CBN from September 23, 2002 to May 23, 2003 replacing ''Pangako Sa 'Yo'' and was replaced by ''Basta't Kasama Kita''. It starred Carol Banawa ...

'' (2002) Angel *''Klassmeyts'' (2002-2003) Guest *''Kaya Ni Mister, Kaya Ni Misis'' (2003) Guest *''Home Along Da Airport'' (2003) Guest *''Barya'' (2004) TV episode Mark Bautista's Father *''

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'' (2004–2005) Chief Jaylo *''Quizon Avenue'' (2005-2006) Guest *''Goin Bulilit'' (2005-2019) Guest *''Baywalk Drama Special'' (2005-2010) *''

Mga Anghel na Walang Langit ''Mga Anghel na Walang Langit'' (International title: ''Angels Without a Heaven'') is a Philippine drama television series from May 9, 2005 to February 24, 2006 on ABS-CBN's ''Primetime Bida'' replacing ''Spirits'' and was replaced by '' Sa Piling ...

'' (2005-2006) *''

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'' (2007) Carding *''

Love Spell ''Love Spell'' is a Philippine fantasy and romance-based program airing on ABS-CBN that tells a different love story each season with a new couple. It was aired from July 9, 2006, to March 23, 2008. This series was streaming on Jeepney TV You ...

'' (1 episode, 2007) *''Hairy Harry'' (2007) *''Magpakailanman'' (2008) Various *''Codename Asero'' (2008) Guest *''May Bukas Pa'' (2009) *''Bulaklak'' (2009) TV episode *''

Dahil May Isang Ikaw ''Dahil May Isang Ikaw'' (International title: ''Destined Hearts'' / ) is a Philippine primetime drama series that aired on ABS-CBN starring Kristine Hermosa, Jericho Rosales, Lorna Tolentino, Gabby Concepcion, John Estrada, Chin Chin Gutier ...

'' Guido (Ella's Kidnapping 2009) *''

Maalaala Mo Kaya ''Maalaala Mo Kaya'' (; formerly written as ''Maala-ala Mo Kaya...''; abbreviated as ''MMK''), also known as ''Memories'', is a Philippine television drama anthology show broadcast by Kapamilya Channel under ABS-CBN Entertainment. Hosted by C ...

'' Lina's Husband (2 episodes, 2009) *''

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) Ka Doroy *''Tsinelas'' (2009) TV episode Lina's Husband *''Claudine'' (2010) *''Spooky Nights Presents'' (2011-2012) Various *''Wagas'' (2012-2019) Various *''Puntod'' (2013) TV episode Merto *'' It's Showtime'' (2012) Guest/Judge *''

'' (2013) Merto *'' Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw'' (2013) Ernesto Cruz *''

Little Champ ''Little Champ'' is a 2013 Philippine television drama that premiered on ABS-CBN from March 18, 2013 to May 24, 2013 and worldwide on The Filipino Channel replacing '' Kahit Konting Pagtingin'' in its timeslot and was replaced by ''Annaliza''. It ...

'' (2013) Mr. Salacay *''Tunay Na Buhay'' (2014) Guest Himself Featured *''Imbestigador'' (2015) Various *''Sabado Badoo'' (2015) Cameo Footage Featured *''

Tubig at Langis ''Tubig at Langis'' (International title: ''Broken Vows'' / ) is a 2016 Philippine television drama romance series based on 1980 film of the same name, starring Vilma Santos, Amy Austria-Ventura and Dindo Fernando. Directed by FM Reyes, it is t ...

'' (2016) Nestor Samaniego *''

FPJ's Ang Probinsyano ''FPJ's Ang Probinsyano'' (lit. ''FPJ's The Provincial Man''; abbreviated as ''FPJAP'' and internationally known as ''Brothers'') is a 2015 Philippine action drama television series under ABS-CBN Entertainment replacing ''Nathaniel''. Bas ...

'' (2016) Apollo Magat *''Ipaglaban Mo!'' (2017) *''Dear Uge'' (2017) Various *''

Los Bastardos ''Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Los Bastardos'' ('') is a 2018 Philippine drama television series under '' Precious Hearts Romances'' loosely based on the Filipino pocket book novel ''Cardinal Bastards'' by Vanessa, starring Ronaldo Valdez, ...

'' (2018) Robert "Bert" Esperanza *''Wansapanataym'' (2018) Various *''Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko'' (2018) Various * ''

Pepito Manaloto ''Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy ang Kuwento'' () formerly ''Pepito Manaloto'', ''Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay na Kwento'', ''Pepito Manoloto: Kuwento Kuwento'' and ''Pepito Manaloto: Ang Unang Kuwento'', is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcas ...

'' (2019) Guest *''Banana Sundae'' (2019) Guest * ''

A Soldier's Heart ''A Soldier's Heart'' is a Philippine action drama television series broadcast by Kapamilya Channel. Directed by Richard V. Somes, it stars Gerald Anderson, Carlo Aquino, Vin Abrenica, Elmo Magalona, Jerome Ponce, Yves Flores, Nash Aguas, S ...

'' (2020)

Awards

FAMAS Awards

*1990 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Delima Gang'' (1989) *1991 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Angel Molave'' (1990)

Gawad Urian Awards

*1990 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Tatak ng Isang Api'' (1989) *1999 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Ang Babae sa Bintana'' (1998)

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Reyes, Efren Jr. 1959 births Living people 20th-century Filipino male actors 21st-century Filipino male actors Filipino actors of Chinese descent Filipino male comedians Filipino male film actors Filipino male television actors Filipino people of Chinese descent Filipino television personalities Male actors from Metro Manila Male actors of Chinese descent People from Manila Efren Junior