Jillian Ward

Jhyllianne Wardë (born February 23, 2005[4][5]), known professionally as Jillian Ward (English: /ˈdʒɪliːən wɑːrd/ JI-lee-yən WARD; Tagalog: [ˈdʒiʎɐn ˈwɐɹd]), is a Filipino-American actress, singer, and vlogger. She is best known for top-billing several hit television series under in GMA Network such as Trudis Liit, Prima Donnas and Abot-Kamay na Pangarap.[6][7][8]

In this article, the surname is Wardë.

Jillian Ward
Born
Jhyllianne Wardë

(2005-02-23) February 23, 2005
Manila, Philippines
Other namesJillian
Occupations
  • Actress
  • singer
  • vlogger
Years active2009–present
AgentSparkle GMA Artist Center
Known for
Height1.56 m (5 ft 1 in)[1]
TitleKapuso Teen Queen[2]
Parents
  • Elson Penzon (father)
  • Jennifer Wardë-Penzon (mother)
Musical career
Genres
Instrument(s)Vocals
LabelsGMA Music (2010–present)
YouTube information
Channel
Years active2018–present
Subscribers413K[3]
(February 2, 2023)
Total views17M[3]
(February 2, 2023)
100,000 subscribers2020
Last updated: February 2, 2023

Life and career

Jillian Ward was born as Jhyllianne Wardë on February 23, 2005, in Manila, Philippines, to Elson Penzon and Jennifer Wardë-Penzon.[9][10][11] She first appeared in a commercial for Promil Pre-School, a powdered milk drink. Before starring in GMA Network's TV remake of the classic film Trudis Liit, she had played the role of Daldanika in The Last Prince.[12][13]

In November 2019, Ward founded her own business, Wonder Tea Philippines, in Floridablanca as its first branch. It was followed by Guagua, San Fernando and Porac as their second, third and fourth branches.[14]

In August 2020, Ward published her first YouTube vlog titled "MY SECOND HOUSE' CONSTRUCTION TOUR" featuring her 3-storey home in Pampanga.[15]

On February 25, 2023, Ward wore her dark blue galaxy-inspired gown designed by Mak Tumang during her Debut, which was held at Okada Manila.[16]

Filmography

Film
YearTitleRoleRef.Notes
2010Si Agimat at Si Enteng KabisoteBebeng[17]Credited as "Gillian Ward"
2011My Valentine GirlsIshi / Lily[18]Segment: "Soulmates"
Oh! Pa Ra Sa Ta Y Wa Yeah!Bettina[19]Short film
AswangAhnia[20]
2012The Mommy ReturnsSapphire "Saf" Martirez[21]
Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si AkoBebeng[22]

Television
YearTitleRole
2010The Last PrinceDaldakina
WachamakulitHerself
MaynilaMelanie
Sine Novela: Trudis LiitGertrudis "Trudis" Capili-Ferrer
MaynilaSean
Pepito ManalotoAngelica
2010–11Jillian: Namamasko PoJillian the Doll
2011Captain BarbellLeah "Lelay" Concepcion / Super Tiny
Andres de SayaJecjec
2011–12DaldalitaLolita Matias / Daldalita
2012BiriteraLouise May Imperial
2012–14Kap's Amazing StoriesMarikit
2012Spooky ValentinePrincess
Luna Blanca Book 1Luna Sandoval / Luna De Jesus / Cara Amor Montecines
Cielo de AngelinaYoung Angelina
2013IndioYoung Rosa
Home Sweet HomeJessie Caharian
Magpakailanman: Kabang: Hero DogDina
One Day Isang ArawDaisy
Magkano Ba ang Pag-ibig?Young Richelle
GenesisYoung Racquel
2014My BFFChelsea / Elsie
2015Pari 'KoySarah Espiritu Cruz
Magpakailanman: Apoy ng Pangarap (The Beverly Grimaldo Story)Young Bebs
2016Poor SeñoritaCharisse Dela Cruz
Dear Uge: Maid in ChinaTricia
2016–17Sa Piling ni NanayMaya Salvacion-de Guzman / Katherine Mercado
2017MaynilaCharlene Liantada
HaplosTeen Angela Marie
2017–19Daig Kayo ng Lola KoAlice Espino / Princesita
2017–18Super Ma'amMichelle Ombrero
2018Lip Sync Battle PhilippinesHerself / Guest Performer
Sunday PinaSaya
Dear Uge: Pasiklaban sa LamayanJulia
Magpakailanman: Ang Batang Biktima ng Sanib
2018–19My Special TatayOdette Villaroman
2019–22Prima DonnasDonna Marie "Mayi" Madreal Escalante
2019MaynilaSara
2020–presentAll-Out SundaysHerself / Guest Performer
2022Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Tiki ToktokAngelica "Angel" Andres
Tadhana: Tayong DalawaSophia
Happy Together: KalapatiMaye
2022–presentAbot-Kamay na PangarapDra. Analyn Santos
2023Royal Blood
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Captain KittenCaptain Kitten / Kat

Discography

Singles
Title Year Album Label Ref.
"Tomorrow (Unreleased)" 2010 Non-album single —
"Natutulog ba ang Diyos?" 2012 Cielo de Angelina OST GMA Records [23]
"Best Friends Forever" 2014 Novela (Album by Janno Gibbs)
"Sa Piling ni Nanay" 2016 Mga Awit Mula Sa Puso Vol. 7
"Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko" 2017 Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko OST [24]
"Ikaw Ang Tahanan Ko" 2019 Prima Donnas OST GMA Music [25]
"Bukod Tangi" 2022 [26]
"First Love Na Nga Ba"
"Kaibigan"

Music video appearances
Title Year Artist(s) Album Director Ref.
"Maria Clara" 2022 Magnus Haven Non-album single Albert S. Langitan

Awards
Year Award-Giving Body Category Work Result
2011 25th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best New Female TV Personality Trudis Liit Won
42nd GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Most Popular Male/Female Child Performer[27] Si Agimat at Si Enteng Kabisote Won
2012 28th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Child Performer of the Year[28] Aswang Won
2023 12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television Best Actress in Daytime Series[29] Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Won
7th Asia Pacific Luminare Awards Asia's Most Remarkable Actress of the Year[30] Won

References
  1. "Jillian Ward". Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
  2. Eusebio, Aaron. "LOOK: Fans surprise Jillian Ward wiith [sic] an electronic billboard". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2022.
  3. "About Jillian Ward". YouTube.
  4. Caligan, Michelle (February 24, 2015). "Jillian Ward, ready nang maging tween star". GMA News (in English and Tagalog). GMA Network, Inc. Retrieved July 9, 2016.
  5. Samodio, Anica (March 3, 2016). "LOOK: Jillian Ward is all grown up!". GMA Network. GMA Network, Inc. Retrieved July 9, 2016.
  6. "Sine Novela Presents Mars Ravelo's Trudis Liit". GMA Network. Retrieved October 11, 2017.
  7. "Meet the newest 'Prima Donnas' of showbiz". The Manila Times. August 19, 2019. Retrieved August 19, 2019.
  8. Chus, EJ (August 31, 2022). "'Abot Kamay Na Pangarap' star Jillian Ward shares advice to people who work hard pursuing their dreams". GMA Network. GMA Network, Inc. Retrieved September 1, 2022.
  9. "IN PHOTOS: Celebrities born in February". GMA Network. Retrieved February 3, 2018.
  10. "Jillian Ward shows how her father is at cooking". GMA Network. Retrieved May 18, 2020.
  11. "Ang Youngest Kapuso Artist". GMA Network. Retrieved August 18, 2020.
  12. "Do you still remember the child star "Trudis Liit"? She's a beautiful grown-up now!". Fact News PH. Retrieved July 9, 2020.
  13. "Jillian Ward, mas handa na sa seryosong teenage roles". GMA Network. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
  14. "Jillian Ward business minded na sa murang edad". July 24, 2020. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
  15. "Kapuso Watch: Jillian Ward shares construction of her second home in first vlog". GMA Network. Retrieved September 23, 2020.
  16. "Jillian Ward looks radiant in her galaxy-themed debut ball gown". GMA Entertainment. Retrieved February 25, 2023.
  17. "Ryzza Mae Dizon and Jillian Ward become close friends on the set of "Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote, at si Ako"". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved December 17, 2012.
  18. "New Valentine movie for Richard". The Manila Times. January 14, 2011. Retrieved January 14, 2011.
  19. "PEP REVIEW: Kasambuhay, Habambuhay is a heartwarming collection of short films that impart core Filipino values". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 10, 2011.
  20. "PEP REVIEW: Aswang presents a strong narrative combined with visually stunning cinematography". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved November 5, 2021.
  21. "RED CARPET WATCH: The Mommy Returns premiere night". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 9, 2012.
  22. "Jillian Ward at Ryzza Mae Dizon, naging malapit dahil sa 'Si Agimat, Si Enteng, at si AKO'". GMA Network. December 18, 2012. Retrieved December 18, 2012.
  23. "BEA BINENE hindi natatakot sa demanda ni ATTY. TOPACIO". bandera.inquirer.net. October 22, 2012. Retrieved October 22, 2012.
  24. "READ: Ano ang naging reaksyon ni Jillian Ward nang malaman niyang siya ang kakanta ng theme song ng 'Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko'?". GMA Network. April 21, 2017. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
  25. "Ikaw ang Tahanan ko Jillian Ward (Prima Donnas OST)". GMA Network. March 25, 2020. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
  26. "GMA Playlist artists celebrate love in all forms". MSN. February 23, 2022. Retrieved February 24, 2022.
  27. "42nd Box-Office Entertainment Awards honors outstanding actors and actresses of 2010". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 21, 2014.
  28. "28th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Winners List". March 14, 2012. Retrieved April 9, 2016.
  29. "'Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap' lead star Jillian Ward receives Best Actress in Daytime Series award". GMA News (in Tagalog). April 20, 2023.
  30. "Jillian Ward, pinarangalan bilang Asia's Most Remarkable Actress of the Year". GMA Network. Retrieved April 28, 2023.
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