Emilio Daez | |
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| Born | Franco Emilio Banzon Daez (2000-03-09)March 9, 2000 (age 25) Manila, Philippines |
| Alma mater | Ateneo De Manila University |
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| Years active | 2024–present |
| Agent(s) | Star Magic VCM The Celebrity Source |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
| Relatives | Mikael Daez (brother) Megan Young (sister-in-law) |
Franco Emilio Banzon Daez (Tagalog:[ɛmˈɪlɪˌə͡ʊˈdaʔes]; born March 9, 2000) is aFilipino actor, host, andsocial media personality. He is best known for his role in the television dramaPamilya Sagrado.[1] Daez gained further public recognition through his participation inPinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.[2]
He is currently under the management ofStar Magic.[3]
Franco Emilio Banzon Daez was born on March 9, 2000, inManila,Philippines to a family of nine siblings.[4] He is the younger brother of actor and content creatorMikael Daez.[5]
Daez attendedAteneo de Manila University from grade school to college, earning a degree in Management Engineering.[6] Before his transition to showbiz, Daez worked as aninvestment banker in theBank of the Philippine Islands for almost two years.[7]
In 2022, Daez made his first television appearance as a guest onFamily Feud Philippines.[4][7]
In 2024, he was announced as part of the cast of the action drama seriesPamilya Sagrado.[1][8] Portraying Leon Arevalo Jr., the hot-temperedfraternity boy, Daez reflected, "It's been really fun playing a bad boy because I had to step out of my comfort zone."[1] He gained significant attention after becoming the second celebrity contestant to win the one million jackpot prize onABS-CBN's game showRainbow Rumble.[9][10] He also had a supporting role inSaving Grace as Wilson Hernandez.[4][11]
In 2025, Daez was introduced as a housemate inPinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.[12][13] He placed 15th in the edition and exited the house alongside his duo partner,Michael Sager.[14] In later episodes, he briefly returned as a house challenger.[15]
In July, Daez starred in his first lead role in the youth-oriented sports series,Love at First Spike.[16][17][18] In an interview, he revealed that he was chosen from among 50 other actors who auditioned for the part.[4][19] To prepare for his role as Uno, he trained with professional athletes, including coaches from the Philippine men's volleyball team and teams in the Premier Volleyball League.[20]
Before entering showbiz, Daez founded SanEm Corporation in January 2021, a supplier of safety footwear to AAA construction firms in the Philippines.[4]
In July 2025, Daez was introduced as an ambassador forKFC Philippines.[21][22] According to KFC Philippines General Manager Jojo Marcelo, Daez "represents the modern KFC spirit— kind-hearted, friendly, cool, and charming," and reflects "a distinctly Filipino vibe" that aligns with the company's modernization efforts.[23]
Daez describes himself as anextrovert.[24] He expressed that he loves meeting and talking to people in aMetro Artist Spotlight interview.[3]
| † | Denotes films or TV productions that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Romance Reboot | Enzo | [25][26] | |
| Bar Boys: After School† | Ziggy Nicardo | 51st Metro Manila Film Festival entry | [27] |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Family Feud Philippines | Himself/Contestant | Season 1, Episode 6 | [28] |
| 2024 | Pamilya Sagrado | Leon Arevalo Jr. | Recurring Role | [1][8] |
| Rainbow Rumble | Himself/ contestant | Rainbow Rumble Master | [9][10] | |
| iWant ASAP | Main Host | Online show ofASAP | [19] | |
| 2024–2025 | Saving Grace | Wilson Hernandez | Supporting Role | [29][30] |
| 2025 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition | Himself/Housemate | Evicted on Day 63; House Challenger | [31] |
| Love at First Spike | Uno Santillan | Main Role | [32] | |
| Idol Kids Philippines | Host | Online companion show; auditions and mid-rounds | [33] | |
| It's Showtime | Guest | Performer | ||
| 2025–present | Roja | Bogs Lim | Supporting Role | [34] |
| Year | Title | Artist | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | "Kung Naging Tayo" | Alexa Ilacad | [35] |