Martin Escudero
Mart Enrico Escudero (born April 11, 1990) is a Filipino actor, model, and television personality. He rose to fame during his stint at the fourth season of StarStruck. He also starred in the indie film Zombadings: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington with Kerbie Zamora.[3][4]
Martin Escudero | |
|---|---|
| Born | Mart Enrico Escudero April 11, 1990 Quezon City, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Mart Escudero |
| Alma mater | Academe of St. Jude Thaddeus (high school) STI College - Alabang (college)[1] |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Agent(s) | Star Magic (2005–2006; 2019–2021) GMA Artist Center (2006–2010; 2017–2019; 2021–present) TV5 Network (2011–2015) Net 25 (2022–present)[2] |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (175 cm) |
| Partner | Aiza Faeldonia (2016) |
| Family | Francis Escudero (uncle) Salvador Escudero (grandfather) Evelina Escudero (grandmother) |
Early life and education
Escudero studied at the Academe of St. Jude Thaddeus in GMA, Cavite, where he was an active participant of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines under the leadership of Eagle Scout Andrew Alcantara. He was only a 2nd Year high school student when he was accepted as a contestant in Starstruck.
Career
Escudero was an exclusive artist at GMA Network. His last show in the network was Jillian: Namamasko Po, until he returned in 2017.
He is a former contract star under the talent agency of TV5 Network named Talent5.[5] In 2011, he made his first appearance in the network through the drama Babaeng Hampaslupa. Martin is set to appear in the romantic comedy television show Kano Luvs Pinay starting on September 5, 2015.[6] He also stars in TV5's first online sitcom entitled Tanods.[7]
Since 2017, Escudero is a freelancer, appearing on both GMA Network and ABS-CBN.
Personal life
He is the nephew of former Governor of Sorsogon now current Senator Chiz Escudero, and a grandson of the late former Congressman Salvador Escudero and former Congresswoman Evelina Escudero.
He was in a relationship with his former onscreen partner, Jennica Garcia, from December 2007 to February 2009. They have maintained their friendship, and are professional in dealing with their joint projects.[8][9]
He is pursuing Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management at the Alabang branch of STI College.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–present | Quizon CT (Comedy Theater) | Cast Member | Net 25 |
| 2021 | Tadhana: Online Sabong | Tom | GMA Network |
| 2019–2020 | FPJ's Ang Probinsiyano | Police Insp. (Lieutenant) Karlo Ramos | ABS-CBN |
| 2019 | Magpakailanman: Beki Basketball Beauties | Iwa | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Magpakailanman: Ang Babae sa Likod ng Blusang Itim | Young Ricardo Cepeda | |
| Maynila: Rainbow Love | Jaz | ||
| 2017 | Sunday PinaSaya | Himself / Guest | |
| Impostora | Dayang Villaroman | ||
| Dear Uge: Hiwalay kung hiwalay | Tim | ||
| Celebrity Bluff | Contestant | ||
| Tadhana: Saudi Beauty Queen | Jerry | ||
| Pepito Manaloto | Episode Guest | ||
| 2015 | Kano Luvs Pinay | Dong Bigoy | TV5 |
| Wattpad Presents: Pristine Academy | Kiefer / Kiera | ||
| Wattpad Presents: How to Break Up with The Bad Boy | Chance | ||
| 2014 | Wattpad Presents: Just for A While | Luke | |
| Obsession | James Calderon | ||
| 2013–2014 | Positive | Carlo Santillan | |
| 2012 | Enchanted Garden | Pako | |
| Kapitan Awesome | Efren | ||
| 2011–2012 | Glamorosa | Calvin Lustico | |
| 2011 | Star Confessions | Jao Mapa | |
| Babaeng Hampaslupa | Andrew Sy | ||
| 2010 | Jillian: Namamasko Po | Guest(s) Cast | GMA Network |
| Gumapang Ka sa Lusak | Jonathan Guatlo | ||
| 2009 | Dear Friend: The Three Bachelors | Miguel | |
| SRO Cinemaserye: Reunion | Benjo | ||
| Rosalinda | Beto Perez | ||
| Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang | Ulysses Valdez | ||
| Dear Friend | Mateo | ||
| 2008–2009 | Gagambino | Noel Albuento | |
| 2008 | Ako si Kim Samsoon | Kokoy | |
| Maynila | Various | ||
| Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita | Roman | ||
| 2007 | Pasan Ko ang Daigdig | Isko | |
| Fantastic Man | Carding | ||
| 2007-2008 | Impostora | Santiago "Yago" Cayetano | |
| 2007 | Boys Nxt Door | Atom | |
| SOP Rules | Himself | ||
| 2006–2007 | StarStruck: The Next Level | Ultimate Loveteam | |
| 2006 | Agawin Mo Man ang Lahat | Eman | |
| 2005 | Qpids | Prince Charming (billed as Mark Butler) | ABS-CBN |
| Mga Anghel na Walang Langit | Guest Cast |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Studio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Fruits N' Vegetables: Mga Bulakboleros | Policeman 4 at Road Street | Regal Entertainment |
| 2016 | The Unmarried Wife | Geru | Star Cinema |
| 2015 | #Ewankosau Saranghaeyo | Unknown | Bonfire Productions |
| Felix Manalo | Jun Santos | Viva Films | |
| 2014 | Feng Shui 2 | Moy | Star Cinema & K Productions |
| Moron 5.2: The Transformation | Michael Angelo (cameo in flashback) | Viva Films | |
| 2013 | Kung Fu Divas | Unknown | Star Cinema & Reality Entertainment |
| 2012 | Shake Rattle and Roll Fourteen - The Invasion: Lost Command | Private Solomon Conde | Regal Entertainment |
| Moron 5 and the Crying Lady | Michael Angelo | Viva Films | |
| 2011 | Zombadings: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington | Remington | Origin8 Media |
| 2010 | Shake, Rattle and Roll 12: Punerarya | Dennis | Regal Entertainment |
| 2009 | Shake, Rattle & Roll 11: Lamang Lupa | Ryan | |
| 2008 | Shake, Rattle & Roll X: Nieves | Celso | |
| Mag-ingat Ka Sa...Kulam | Neil | ||
| My Monster Mom | Pipo | ||
| 2007 | Shake, Rattle and Roll 9: Engkanto | Vince | |
| Hide and Seek | Joseph | ||
| 2003 | Malikmata | Ghost | OctoArts Films & Canary Films |
| Kung Ako Na Lang Sana | Emmy's Godson | Star Cinema |
Online shows
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Tanods | Nestor Apolonio | TV5 (Philippines) |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 13th Gawad TANGLAW Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a TV Series | Positive | Won |
| 2012 | 10th Gawad TANGLAW Awards | Best Actor | Zombadings: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington | Won |
| 9th EnPresS Golden Screen Awards | Best Actor for Comedy | Won | ||
| 2008 | 38th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Promising Male Star | — | Won[10] |
References
- "Martin Escudero". Instagram. Instagram, Inc. Retrieved December 17, 2014.
- "TV5 - Martin Escudero: Profile". TV5 - Philippines. TV5 Network, Inc. Retrieved December 17, 2014.
- Yu, Chona (November 24, 2011). "Ex-actor Files Raps Against Models, Actors and Bit Players". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Inquirer Online. Retrieved March 10, 2012.
- Aurelio, Julie (December 2, 2011). "12 Dribblers Face Raps for Mauling Ex-TV Actor Ramon Castro in QC". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Inquirer Online. Retrieved March 10, 2012.
- Blanco, Eunice (January 18, 2014). "Martin Escudero 'happy' with TV5". Philippine Star. Philippine Star Online. Retrieved December 17, 2014.
- Sallan, Edwin. "Tuesday Vargas reprises film role in new TV5 sitcom". InterAksyon. TV5 Network, Inc. Retrieved August 27, 2015.
- "TV5 breaks in online world with Digital5". Manila Bulletin. Tempo Online. April 29, 2015. Retrieved June 8, 2015.
- Godinez, Bong. "Mart Escudero talks about personal and working relationship with Jennica Garcia". Philippine Entertainment Portal. PEP, Inc. Retrieved June 18, 2015.
- Mendoza, Ruel. "Jean Garcia understands breakup of daughter Jennica and Mart Escudero". Philippine Entertainment Portal. PEP, Inc. Retrieved June 18, 2015.
- "The 38th Box Office Entertainment Awards (Part 2)". Philippine Entertainment Portal. PEP, Inc. Archived from the original on June 10, 2015. Retrieved May 24, 2014.