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Ogie Alcasid | |
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 Alcasid in 2012 | |
| Born | Herminio Jose Lualhati Alcasid Jr. (1967-08-27)August 27, 1967 (age 58) Taal, Batangas, Philippines |
| Education | University of the Philippines Diliman (BA) |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Agent(s) | ABS-CBN (1990-1995, 2016-present) GMA Network (1995-2013) ABC/TV5 (1994-1995, 2013-2016) |
| Spouses | |
| Children | 1, includingLeila Alcasid (daughter), Nate Alcasid (son) |
| Relatives | Ai-Ai delas Alas (cousin) Tita Duran (aunt-in-law) |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | |
| Occupations |
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| Labels | |
| Website | Official website |
Musical artist | |
Herminio Jose Lualhati "Ogie"Alcasid Jr.[1] (born August 27, 1967) is a Filipino actor, singer, songwriter, comedian, director and producer. He is best known for his songwriting and collaboration with other musical artists. He has appeared in films and television shows, notably as a cast member ofTropang Trumpo (1994–1995) andBubble Gang (1995–2013) and a host and main performer ofSOP (1997–2010) andASAP (2017–present). He is currently married toRegine Velasquez, with whom he has one child.
Alcasid is a former batch member of the all-male singing groupKundirana batch 1984[2] afterGary Valenciano.[3] In 1986, he had intended to star in his first film project, withManilyn Reynes as his love interest, but due to thePeople Power Revolution, production on the film was halted.[4]
His first album was released in 1989.[5] His debut movie wasFeel Na Feel[6][7] released by Regal Entertainment in 1990. In 1991, Alcasid made his VIVA films debut movie,Pitong Gamol.[7]
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Alcasid's television career started as one of the hosts of a comedy show namedSmall Brothers onABS-CBN in 1992. He appeared on other comedy programs such as ABS-CBN'sMana Mana (1991–92),ABC'sTropang Trumpo (from 1994 to 1995),GMA Network'sBubble Gang (1995–2013),QTV'sAy, Robot! (2005–07), and a sitcomShow Me Da Manny (2010–11) andWalang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis (2025-present).[8]
He also branched out as agame show host, beginning in ABS-CBN'sGame Na Game Na! in 1995, IBC 13'sFastbreak, a former basketball game show in 1999, the Philippine version ofFamily Feud onABC-5 in 2001 andCelebrity Duets: Philippine Edition on GMA. He was a host onSOP Rules.[9] He got his big break inHanggang Kailan, his first drama show, and also sang its main theme withAiza Seguerra. In 1995, he left ABS-CBN for GMA Network.[citation needed] In 2003, he portrayedJuan Flavier on his life story featured onMagpakailanman.[10]
Alcasid became a judge forPinoy Idol.[11] and hosted such game shows asDa Big Show andHole in the Wall. In 2013, he left GMA Network for TV5, where his first project under the channel wasThe Mega and the Songwriter.
In 2016, he returned to his original home network ABS-CBN after his contract with TV5 had expired. He became the judge ofTawag ng Tanghalan onIt's Showtime[12] and ofYour Face Sounds Familiar[13] starting withKids Season 1. He is now one of the icon performers onASAP Natin 'To and one of the main hosts ofIt's Showtime.[14]
He later appeared on severalGMA Network shows as a guest. He appeared as a guest onYan Ang Morning!,Sunday PinaSaya, andEat Bulaga! as a guest judge. He was a special guest inSarap Diva, hosted by his wife,Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, and the comedy showBubble Gang, where he was a cast member until 2013 before his transfer to TV5.[15]
Alcasid debuted as a singer in 1989 with the release of his self-titled album.Ogie Alcasid reachedgold record status, while his debut single "Nandito Ako" ("I Am Here") was awarded "Song of the Year" by local radio stationMagic 89.9. He has since released 18 albums, including a Christmas album (Larawan ng Pasko/"Images of Christmas", 1994), a live album (OA sa Hits (Live), 2002), four greatest hits albums and three extended plays. He has received a total of twelve gold records, three platinum records, and three double platinum records.[9]
| Year of release | Title | Certification |
|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Ogie Alcasid | Gold |
| 1990 | Pagkakataon (Opportunity) | |
| 1991 | A Step Ahead | Platinum |
| 1993 | On Air | Double Platinum |
| 1994 | Larawan ng Pasko (Picture of Christmas) | |
| 1995 | A Different Light | Gold |
| 1997 | Phases | |
| 1998 | Ogie 10th-All the Best | Platinum |
| 2000 | Now and Then | Gold |
| 2001 | Movie Moments | |
| 2002 | A Better Man | Double Platinum |
| OA sa Hits (Live) | ||
| 2003 | Mga Kuwento ng Pag-ibig (Stories of Love) | Double Platinum |
| 2004 | The Songbird and the Songwriter | Platinum |
| I Am a Singer | Gold | |
| 2005 | Ogie Alcasid Greatest Hits | |
| 2006 | Greatest Hits, an Audio-visual Anthology | |
| Lumilipad (Flying) | ||
| 2007 | Ogie All the Classics | |
| 2008 | The Great Filipino Songbook | Gold |
| 2010 | Ngayon at Kailanman: A Tribute to George Canseco | |
| 2012 | The Songwriter & the Hitmakers | |
| 2016 | Ikaw ang Buhay Ko | TBA |
| 2017 | Nakakalokal | TBA |
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| Year | Title | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988–1989 | Eat Bulaga! | Himself | Co-host |
| 1990–1991 | Small Brothers | Host | |
| 1994–1996 | Game Na Game Na! | ||
| 1994–1995 | Tropang Trumpo | Various roles | |
| 1995–1996; 2017–present | ASAP | Main host / Performer | |
| 1995–2013; 2025 | Bubble Gang | Various roles | |
| 1997–2010 | SOP | Main host / Performer | |
| 2001–2002; 2024 | Family Feud Philippines | Host (2001–2002); Guest / Contestant (2024) | |
| 2002 | Cyborg Kuro-chan | Kuro (voice) | |
| 2003 | Magpakailanman: Minsan May Isang Doktor | Juan Flavier | Episode role |
| 2004 | Hanggang Kailan | George | Supporting role |
| 2005 | Ay, Robot! | Douglas | |
| 2007 | Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang: Ang Mahiwagang Biyulin | Rodrigo | Episode role |
| 2008 | Da Big Show | Himself | Host |
| Pinoy Idol | Idol Jury Member | ||
| 2009–2010 | Hole in the Wall | Host | |
| 2010 | Show Me Da Manny | Manny Pa-Cute | Supporting role |
| Kap's Amazing Stories Kids Edition | Himself | Guest host | |
| Diva | Recurring role | ||
| 2010–2013 | Party Pilipinas | Main host / Performer | |
| 2011 | Protégé: The Battle for the Big Break | Journey host | |
| Daldalita | Mateo Matias | Supporting role | |
| 2012 | Pare & Pare | Himself | Host |
| My Daddy Dearest | Bong Adonis / Sampaguita / Bong Adonis Clone | Lead role | |
| 2013 | Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs | Himself | Judge |
| Magpakailanman: Rolando Niangar Story | Rolando Niangar | Episode role | |
| Sunday All Stars | Himself | Main host / Performer / Judge | |
| Tropa Mo Ko Unli | Various roles | ||
| The Mega and the Songwriter | Host | ||
| 2014 | Confessions of a Torpe | Christopher "Tupe" Catacutan | Lead role |
| Let's Ask Pilipinas | Himself | Host | |
| 2015 | No Harm No Foul | Coach Jawo | |
| Happy Truck ng Bayan | Himself | Host | |
| 2016 | Born to Be a Star | ||
| Happy Truck HAPPinas | |||
| HAPPinas Happy Hour | |||
| Bubble Gang: 21 Gang Salute | Guest / Various roles | ||
| 2016–present | It's Showtime | Tawag ng Tanghalan judge (since 2016); Co-host (since 2021)[22] | |
| 2017 | Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids | Judge | |
| I Can See Your Voice | Guest artist | ||
| 2018 | Your Face Sounds Familiar Kids season 2 | Judge | |
| 2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Flyers | Carlo Magno | Episode role |
| 2021 | Your Face Sounds Familiar season 3 | Himself | Judge |
| 2024 | Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | Guest | |
| 2025 | Your Face Sounds Familiar season 4 | Judge |
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| Year | Award giving body | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Results | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Aliw Awards | Best Male Performance in Music Lounges, Bars, Clubs and Restaurants | Himself | Won | |
| Awit Awards | Best Ballad Recording | "Kung Mawawala Ka" | Won[26] | ||
| Song of the Year | "Kung Mawawala Ka" | Won[26] | |||
| MTV Pilipinas Music Awards | Best Male Music Video Award | "Kung Mawawala Ka" | Won | ||
| RX 93.1 Awards | OPM Male Artist of the Year | Himself | Won | ||
| 2001 | Aliw Awards | Best Male Performance in Music Lounges, Bars, Clubs and Restaurants | Himself | Won | |
| Awit Awards | Song of the Year | "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" | Won | ||
| Best Ballad Recording | "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" | Won | |||
| Best Movie/TV/Stage Theme Song Recording | "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" | Won | |||
| Famas Awards | Best Movie Theme Song of the Year | "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" | Won | ||
| MTV Pilipinas Music Awards | Best Song Music Video Award | "Kahit Na" | Won | ||
| Best Male Music Video Award | "Kahit Na" | Won | |||
| National Mother's and Father's Day Foundation, Inc. | Tanyag Na Ulirang Ama | Himself | Won | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Movie Theme Song of The Year | "Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw" | Won | ||
| 2002 | Aliw Awards | Best Male Performance in Music Lounges, Bars, Clubs and Restaurants | Himself | Won | |
| Awit Awards | Album of the Year | "A Better Man" | Won | ||
| Best Performance by a Male Recording Artist | "Ikaw Sana" | Won | |||
| PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actor | Bubble Gang | Won | ||
| 2003 | Aliw Awards | Best Male Performance In A Concert | "OA Sa Hits!" | Won | |
| Entertainer Of The Year | "OA Sa Hits!" | Won | |||
| Famas Awards | Best Movie Theme Song of the Year | "Kailangan Kita" | Won | ||
| Manila Film Festival | Best Original Movie Theme Song of the Year | "Pangarap Ko" | Won | ||
| MTV Pilipinas Music Awards | Favorite Male Artist | Himself | Won | ||
| National Press Club Tinig Awards | Top Ten Singers of the Philippines | Himself | Included | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Best Movie Theme Song of the Year | "Kailangan Kita" | Won | ||
| 2004 | Aliw Awards | Best Major Concert (Male) | "OA @ 15" | Won | |
| Awit Awards | Best Song Written for Movie/TV/Stage Play | "Pangarap Ko Ang Ibigin Ka" | Won | ||
| GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Male Singer/Entertainer | Himself | Won | ||
| Golden Screen TV Awards | Best Original Song | "Pangarap Ko Ang Ibigin Ka" | Won | ||
| Best Male TV Host | "S.O.P." | Won | |||
| National Press Club Tinig Awards | Top Ten Singers of the Philippines | Himself | Included | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Male TV Host | "S.O.P." | Won | ||
| Best Comedy Actor | Bubble Gang | Won | |||
| 2005 | Aliw Awards | Entertainer Of The Year | Himself | Won | |
| GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Male Singer/Entertainer | Himself | Won | ||
| Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Performance in a Comedy Gag Show | Bubble Gang | Won | ||
| 2006 | Aliw Awards | Best Major Concert | Himself | Won | |
| Entertainer Of The Year | Himself | Won | |||
| GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Male Entertainer of the Year | Himself | Won | ||
| MYX Music Awards | Favorite Male Artist | Himself | Nominated[27] | ||
| Favorite Mellow Video | "Hello" | Nominated[27] | |||
| PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actor | Bubble Gang | Won | ||
| 2007 | MYX Music Awards | Favorite Collaboration | "Hindi Ko Na Kayang Masaktan Pa" withRegine Velasquez | Nominated[28] | |
| 2008 | Aliw Awards | Best Major Concert Male | Himself | Won | |
| Entertainer of the Year | Himself | Won | |||
| Awit Awards | Best Movie/TV/Stage Theme Song | "Paano kita Iibigin" | Won | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Movie Theme Song Of The Year | Pano Ba Kita Iibigin | Won | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Comedy Actor | Bubble Gang | Won | ||
| 2022 | Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards | Favorite Musical/Variety Show Host | It's Showtime | Nominated | [29][30] |
In 1995, Alcasid marriedAustralian beauty queenMichelle van Eimeren, who represented Australia in the1994 Miss Universe pageant held in the Philippines. Together, they have two children,Leila (born 1997) and Sarah (born 2002).[44][45] In 2007, Alcasid announced that he and van Eimeren had separated.[44]
On June 7, 2024, Sarah earned herBachelor of Science in Nursing from theUniversity of Notre Dame Australia. Hergraduation was attended by her sister,Leila Alcasid, and their mom,Michelle van Eimeren.[46]
On December 22, 2010, he marriedRegine Velasquez at a resort inNasugbu, Batangas.[47] Together, they have a son named Nathaniel James ("Nate"), born on November 8, 2011.[48] On April 25, 2024, Nate graduatedprimary education at Centro Montessori Internationale, Xavierville Ave,Quezon City.[49]
Alcasid is anEvangelical Christian and attendsVictory Christian Fellowship services.[50]
ComedienneAi-Ai De las Alas is his cousin through his mother. He is also the cousin-in-law ofFrancis Magalona.
Alcasid attended his primary education (From 1974 to 1981) and secondary education (From 1981 to 1985) atLa Salle Green Hills.[51][52]
He attended his tertiary education atUniversity of the Philippines, Quezon City campus (From 1986 to 1993) and graduated with the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Broadcast Communication.[51][52]
Alcasid is more concerned with the public acceptance of his first single titledPeksman which he himself composed and was arranged byGary Valenciano
