Maxene Magalona

Maxene Magalona
Born
Maxene Sofia Maria Arroyo Magalona

(1986-11-23) November 23, 1986
Bacolod, Philippines
Alma materAteneo de Manila University (BA)
Occupations
  • Actress
  • model
  • host
  • yoga instructor
Years active1992–present
Agents
Spouse
Rob Mananquil
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(m. 2018; sep. 2022)​
PartnerGeoff Gonzalez (2023–present)
FatherFrancis Magalona
RelativesSaab Magalona (sister)
Frank Magalona (brother)
Elmo Magalona (brother)
Pancho Magalona (grandfather)
Tita Duran (grandmother)
Enrique Magalona (great-grandfather)
Hiro Peralta (cousin)
Regine Velasquez (aunt)
Websitemaxene.ph

Maxene Sofia Maria Arroyo Magalona (born November 23, 1986) is a Filipino actress, model, host, and yoga instructor currently signed under ABS-CBN.[1] A former talent of the GMA Artist Center, she was known for her portrayals of Donna Vallejo on Daddy Di Do Du (2001–2007) and Vivian Salvador on My Lover, My Wife (2011). After transferring to ABS-CBN, Magalona became known for her portrayal of Alex Acosta on Doble Kara (2015–2017).

Early life

Magalona was born in Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines to rapper Francis Magalona and Pia Arroyo-Magalona.[2] Her grandparents are actors Pancho Magalona and Tita Duran, while her great-grandfather was former senator Enrique Magalona.[3] She has five siblings, including actors Saab, Frank, Elmo, and Arkin.[4] She graduated from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2010 with a Social Sciences degree.[5][6]

Career

Starting career on ABS-CBN

Her first show as a child was the ABS-CBN kiddie show Ang TV followed by 5 and Up.

GMA Network (1998–2014)

Then in 1998, she transferred to GMA Network. she made her first appearance in Munting Anghel in 2000. Then 2001 second appearance in Daddy Di Do Du in which she worked with Vic Sotto. In 2004, the role of Alwina in Mulawin was originally given to her, but she had to turn down the offer as she was about to start college at the time. It was later given to Angel Locsin.[7] To date, her biggest break on television is when she was chosen to be one of Richard Gutierrez's leading ladies in major lead role Kamandag this is marks first primetime drama series on GMA Network.[8] After Kamandag, Maxene played Jessa, originally played by Sharon Cuneta, in Sine Novela: Una Kang Naging Akin opposite Wendell Ramos and Angelika dela Cruz.

In 2009, Magalona joined the cast of SRO Cinemaserye: Ganti, opposite Marvin Agustin and Geoff Eigenmann.[9] Maxene also starred on Sine Novela: Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat sa Akin with JC Tiuseco, Glaiza de Castro and Patrick Garcia.[10]

In June 2010, she joined the cast of Sine Novela: Trudis Liit, with her co-stars Pauleen Luna, Mike Tan, Gina Alajar, and new Kapuso child actress Jillian Ward. Then in February 2011, she starred on GMA afternoon drama show, My Lover, My Wife opposite Adrian Alandy and Kapuso Actress Nadine Samonte.

In 2013, Magalona joined the GMA afternoon drama series Mga Basang Sisiw playing Vicky Sta. Maria, the main antagonist role and villain of the series, with the lead stars Renz Valerio, Bianca Umali and Miko Zarsadias.

Return to ABS-CBN (2014–present)

In the 3rd quarter of 2014, she signed an exclusive contract and returned to her home network after 16 years, ABS-CBN. and since then had a guest stint as one of the Hurado's on It's Showtime; as a guest player in The Singing Bee; as a special guest in Kris TV; and starred in Maalaala Mo Kaya (Episode title: Nurse Cap), portraying the nurse rapper, Fatima Palma. Magalona's first major project as a Kapamilya Artist is being part of ABS-CBN's Primetime Soap Dream Dad together with Jana Casandra Agoncillo and Zanjoe Marudo.

In the first quarter of 2015, Magalona was one of the eight contestants of the first season of the Philippine edition of Your Face Sounds Familiar.

In November 2015, after 2 months of the pilot, Magalona joined the cast of Doble Kara as Alexandra "Alex" Acosta in season 2. She's a sweet and kind-hearted to the kids where she worked and she was raised by her older half-brother Sebastian "Seb" Acosta portrayed by Sam Milby. She met Kara Dela Rosa portrayed by Julia Montes (which Seb married Kara in season 4). At first, she likes Kara for her brother and keeps asking her brother to take Kara out. But, when she finds out that Kara's adopted mother Lucille Acosta-Dela Rosa portrayed by Carmina Villarroel was her half-sister from her father's side, the sweet and kind-hearted lady became evil to Kara and her family because she believes that Lucille's family is the reason why she grew without parents. Later on, she became the main antagonist of the series in season 4.

Personal life

In 2015, Magalona began dating musician Rob Mananquil. On February 14, 2017 (Valentine's Day), the two became engaged when the latter proposed to the former while vacationing in Tokyo.[11] Magalona and Mananquil married on January 11, 2018, at a ceremony in Boracay.[12] The two briefly lived in the town of Ubud in Bali, Indonesia,[13] where they underwent yoga teacher training.[1][14] In October 2022, Magalona announced via her Instagram post that she and Mananquil are separated.[15] Magalona is currently in relationship with Geoff Gonzalez, who is a DJ and videographer; their relationship was first hinted in 2023 until her confirmation in mid-2025.[16]

Filmography

Television

Drama series

YearTitleRole
2000Munting AnghelJonnah
2004Hanggang KailanAngela Villarama
2005Saang Sulok ng LangitGemma
2007–2008Carlo J. Caparas' KamandagLily
2008Sine Novela: Una Kang Naging AkinJessa Mallari
2009Sine Novela: Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat sa AkinMaureen Andrada / Dahlia Del Monte
2009–2010Sana Ngayong PaskoIrene Dionisio
2010Sine Novela: Trudis LiitMercedes "Ched" Cristobal
2011My Lover, My WifeVivian Torres-Delgado
Mars Ravelo's Captain BarbellDalisay
Pahiram ng Isang InaAndrea Martinez-Perez
2012FaithfullyStella Quillamor
2013IndioRosa Delos Santos
Mga Basang SisiwVictoria "Vicky" Santa Maria [17]
2014–2015Dream DadApril Mae Pamintuan
2015NathanielOlivia Domingo
2015–2017Doble KaraAlexandra "Alex" Acosta
2017Ipaglaban Mo: SuspetsaBeth
Ipaglaban Mo: TaliFaith
2018–2019PlayhouseNatalia Cortes-Smith
2019Ipaglaban Mo: NanayLenny
2020Ipaglaban Mo: HimlayanDenise
2021–2022Viral ScandalAudrey Versoza-Ramones

Drama anthology

YearTitleRole
2003Love to Love Season 1: Rich in LoveTrina
2009SRO Cinemaserye: GantiEloisa Barrientos
MaynilaVarious
2012Magpakailanman: The Maricel Apatan StoryMaricel Apatan
2014Maalaala Mo Kaya: Nurse CapNurse Fatima Palma
2015Maalaala Mo Kaya: BoxTess Alparce-Dado

Comedy

YearTitleRole
1995–1997Ang TVHerself
2001–2007Daddy Di Do DuDonna Vallejo
2012Spooky Valentine Presents: ManibelaJellie
Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay na KwentoAngie
2015Sabado BadooCameo Footage Featured

Others

YearTitleRole
19985 and UpHerself
2000Y2K: Yes 2 Kids
2004–2010SOP RulesHerself / Performer
2005Fam JamHost
ASAP FanaticGuest / Performer
2010–2013Party Pilipinas
2010TweetbizHost
2012Protégé: The Battle for the Big Artista BreakWebi-Jock / Co-host
iBilibHerself
2013The Ryzza Mae Show
ConvergenceInterview
2014It's ShowtimeHerself / Special Guest Hurado
The Singing BeeHerself Guest Player
Kris TVHerself Special Guest
2015ASAPHerself Performer / Co-host
Your Face Sounds Familiar 1Herself Performer / Pop Icon
Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (season 5)Herself Contestant with Edgar Allan Guzman
LolaBasyang.comRosa / Rosamistika
2016Magandang BuhayHerself / Guest
2017The Source with Pinky Webb
2024–2025It's Showtime

Film

YearTitleRole
2001Bahay ni LolaTintin
2002Singsing ni LolaVik
Mano PoYoung Elisa
2004KuyaGrace
2005Happily Ever AfterLaura
2016Love Me TomorrowJessica
2017Unexpectedly YoursGeorgina
2018The Girl in the Orange DressMartha
2019EerieSister Mia
2021Love or MoneyPregnant Girlfriend

Awards and nominations

YearCriticsCategoryWorkAward
2004FHM Philippines100 Sexiest WomenRanked #23
2005Ranked #79
2008Ranked #48[18]
2009Pure 'N Fresh Top Teen AwardsTop Teen ‘IT’ Girl: Pure 'N Fresh Role ModelNominated
FHM Philippines100 Sexiest WomenRanked #82[19]
201361st FAMAS AwardsCelebrity Skin of the NightN/aWon
27th PMPC Star Awards for TelevisionBest Reality Competition Program HostProtege: The Battle For The Big Artista BreakNominated

References

  1. 1 2 Brosas, Alex (September 30, 2020). "Maxene Magalona, Rob Mananquil find bliss in teaching yoga". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
  2. ↑ "Pia Magalona greets daughters Maxene and Saab on their shared birthdays". GMA News. November 25, 2024. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  3. ↑ "Tita & Pancho: Most loved team on & off screen". The Philippine Star. January 7, 2018. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  4. ↑ "The Magalona Siblings: Where are they now?". GMA News. September 3, 2022. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  5. ↑ "TRIVIA: Celebrities na proud na Atenista". GMA News. June 11, 2019. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  6. ↑ "Film, TV celebrity graduates of Ateneo at start of millennium". PEP.ph. June 24, 2020. Retrieved February 8, 2025.
  7. ↑ Maxene Magalona had a hand in Angel Locsin's success
  8. ↑ Maxene Magalona at Jewel Mische, bagong leading ladies ni Richard Gutierrez!
  9. ↑ Geoff Eigenmann and Maxene Magalona take on mature roles in SRO Cinemaserye
  10. ↑ Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat sa Akin will premiere on 22 June
  11. ↑ Catolico, Gianna Francesca (February 15, 2017). "Maxene Magalona gets engaged to BF on Valentine's Day". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 11, 2018.
  12. ↑ Hallare, Katrina (January 11, 2018). "Maxene Magalona, Rob Mananquil get married in Boracay". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 11, 2018.
  13. ↑ Alegre, Dianara (August 7, 2020). "Maxene Magalona shares benefits of living in Ubud, Bali for 5 months". GMA Entertainment. Retrieved March 2, 2021.
  14. ↑ "Maxene Magalona set to start teaching yoga classes online". Push. September 1, 2020. Retrieved March 2, 2020.
  15. ↑ "After confirming split with husband, Maxene Magalona moves out of marital home". ABS-CBN News. November 1, 2022. Retrieved June 17, 2025.
  16. ↑ "Maxene Magalona confirms relationship with Geoff Gonzalez". Philstar.com. June 20, 2025. Retrieved December 4, 2025.
  17. ↑ "Maxene Magalona takes on her first kontrabida role in Agustin dela Cruz's 'Mga Basang Sisiw' | GMANetwork.com - Entertainment - Home of Kapuso shows and stars - Articles". GMA Network. Retrieved November 12, 2013.
  18. ↑ FHM Philippines 2008: 100 Sexiest Women - Maxene Magalona
  19. ↑ FHM Philippines 2009: 100 Sexiest Women - Maxene Magalona
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