JC Tiuseco | |
|---|---|
| Born | John Carlo Barreras Tiuseco (1985-04-16)April 16, 1985 (age 40) |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Agent(s) | GMA Artist Center (since 2008) |
| Website | http://www.jctiuseco.net |
John Carlo Barreras Tiuseco (born April 16, 1985), professionally known asJC Tiuseco, is aFilipino actor, basketball player, TV host and model.He achieved fame after participating in and winning the first season ofSurvivor Philippines.
Tiuseco was born in Manila, son of James Tiuseco, a businessman and his wife, Rosemarie Barreras, a registered nurse cum businesswoman. He has 2 siblings, Vivian Tiuseco (who manages the family business and own business) and Karl Anthony Tiuseco (has own business).
Tiuseco spent his grade school days inChiang Kai Shek College and studied in San Sebastian College-Recoletos, Manila during high school.[1]
He was passionate about basketball since his childhood and dreamed of becoming a professional player.[2] He played with jersey #12 as a member of theSan Sebastian Collegebasketball team, which competes inNCAA Philippines.[citation needed] He graduated with a bachelor's degree in management.
Tiuseco also works as amodel. His most notable job was the Bench Denim and Underwear Fashion Show.[citation needed] He also placed second to his basketball teammate Ram Sagad (Pinoy Fear Factor contestant) in the 2007 Century Tuna Superbods Beachfest, and has appeared in one of Century Tuna's television advertisements.[3]
In 2007, he landed a spot as one of Cosmopolitan Magazine's 69 Hot Bachelors.[4]
Tiuseco won thefirst season ofSurvivor Philippines in 2008. He defeated Robert Vincent "Rob" Sy, 7–2, with the seventh vote resulting from him winning a popularity vote. Tiuseco's win was already leaked months earlier, however, when a showbiz-oriented website published the alleged results of the Final Tribal Council in October 2008 after two of the show's staff were overheard in a coffee shop about the show's outcome.Paolo Bediones, the host of the show, labeled that website's report as a spoiler when that article first appeared.[5]
Tiuseco said thatSurvivor Philippines helped him a lot in his life. He learned how to be contented of what he has right now. He also gained confidence to face problems that will come in his life.[6]
Because of his good looks, many people were speculating that Tiuseco will enter the world of show business. He said that if there's an opportunity given to him, he'll probably enter show business. He is currently taking up a dance workshop and voice lessons inUniversity of the Philippines[which?].[6]
He is currently hosting in the GMA Network weekday morning show,Unang Hirit. He is also the endorser of Elements, the new perfume of Penshoppe as well as the clothing apparel. As an actor, Tiuseco played minor roles in GMA shows until he was given a major role of Troy (originally played byTonton Gutierrez) inSine Novela:Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin, alongsideMaxene Magalona,Patrick Garcia andGlaiza de Castro.
| Year | Movie | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Mamarazzi | Ray |
| 2012 | Shake, Rattle & Roll 14: The Invasion | Private First Class Tomas Pugeda |
| 2018 | The Significant Other | Lester |
| 2019 | The Annulment | Paulo |
| 2024 | 40 |
| Year | Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Survivor Philippines | Sole Survivor |
| 2009 | Unang Hirit | Host/Himself |
| Dear Friend: Karibal | Kiko | |
| Sine Novela:Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat sa Akin | Troy Samaniago | |
| 2009–2010 | Sana Ngayong Pasko | Bernie |
| 2010 | Full House | Marcus |
| Langit sa Piling Mo | Jerry Narciso | |
| X-Life | Himself/host | |
| 2011 | Sisid | Ahmed |
| Ruben Marcelino's Kokak | Roco | |
| 2012 | Spooky Nights: Kasambahay | Jeff/Edward |
| My Daddy Dearest | Chris 'CJ' Javier | |
| Temptation of Wife | Bernard | |
| 2013 | Teen Gen | Harold |
| Indio | Diego Silang | |
| Maghihintay Pa Rin | Ricky Alvarado | |
| Adarna | Heron | |
| 2014 | The Half Sisters | Carl Valdicañas |
| Wagas | Raffy Tima | |
| Ilustrado | Antonio Luna | |
| 2015 | Pari 'Koy | Timoteo "Timo" Espiritu |
| Destiny Rose | Lance | |
| Imbestigador: Ang Kwento ni Jasmine | Christoper Castro | |
| 2016 | Sinungaling Mong Puso | Jolo |
| 2017 | Mulawin vs. Ravena | Tangos |
| Imbestigador: Mag Inang Massacre | Placido "Jimmy" Villanueva | |
| Tsuperhero | Ahmed | |
| 2018 | Onanay | Ronald |
| 2019 | Dragon Lady | young James |
| Love You Two | Kris | |
| 2022 | Imbestigador: Tarlac Pugot Ulo | Vivencio Colipano |
| Mano Po Legacy: The Flower Sisters | Robert Collantes |
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Male TV Personality | Unang Hirit | Nominated |