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Alden Richards
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Richards in Family of Two
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Richard R. Faulkerson Jr.
January 2, 1992 Quezon City, Philippines
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| Years active | 2000–present |
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| Home town | Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines |
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Richard Reyes Faulkerson Jr. (born January 2, 1992), known as Alden Richards, is a famous Filipino actor, businessman, and TV star. He is well-known for playing lead roles in romantic and historical TV shows and movies.
Alden has won many awards, including a Seoul International Drama Award and a FAMAS Award. He has also won five Star Awards for Movies. His most popular movies include Hello, Love, Goodbye (2019) and Hello, Love, Again (2024). These films are among the highest-earning Filipino movies ever.
Besides acting, Alden also produces films, concerts, and other events. In music, his second album, Wish I May (2015), sold so well that it was certified diamond. This makes it one of the best-selling albums in the Philippines.
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Alden's Acting Journey
Starting Out: 2010–2011
Alden started his career by doing some modeling. Then, he tried out for a role in a TV show called Alakdana on GMA Network. He got the part and played a character named Joma. This was his first time acting on screen.
He used the stage name Alden Richards when he became an actor. In 2011, he joined the teen series Tween Hearts and its movie version. He also performed on Sunday variety shows like Party Pilipinas. Alden was praised for his acting in the movie The Road. Many people thought he would become a big star.
In 2011, he won the "Amazing Male Newcomer" award at the Yahoo! OMG! Philippines Awards. He also won "Best New Actor" at the Golden Screen Awards that same year.
Rising to Fame: 2012–2014
In 2012, Alden played a supporting role in the TV series My Beloved. He also starred in his first main role in the TV series One True Love. He played a poor guy named "Tisoy" who falls in love with a rich girl. Alden said this show was his biggest chance in showbiz.
He was nominated for "Best Actor" for One True Love in 2013. Later, he played a young Simeon in the historical drama Indio. Alden was proud to play this role.
In March 2013, a TV show called Magpakailanman told the story of Alden's life. He played himself in the episode. In the same year, he signed a special contract with GMA Network.
Alden also started his singing career in April 2013. His first song was "Haplos." His first album, Alden Richards, came out in May 2013. Some of his songs were used as theme songs for TV shows.
In 2014, Alden starred with Marian Rivera in the TV series Carmela. He also hosted a talent show called Bet ng Bayan. Near the end of 2014, he played the Filipino hero José Rizal in the TV series Ilustrado. For this role, he won his first "Best Actor" award.
The AlDub Phenomenon and More: 2015–2021
In 2015, Alden joined the popular TV show Eat Bulaga!. On July 16, 2015, he was accidentally paired with his co-host Maine Mendoza, also known as "Yaya Dub." They quickly became a famous love team called AlDub. Because they were so popular, Eat Bulaga! created a mini-series for them called Kalyeserye.
In August 2015, Alden signed a movie contract. He also signed a music contract with GMA Records. His second album, Wish I May, was released in October 2015. The album quickly became very successful. It earned a gold record award even before it was officially launched.
By September 2015, his first album, Alden Richards, also earned a gold record award. His album Wish I May continued to sell incredibly well. It received multiple platinum awards, reaching eight times platinum by September 2016.
In December 2015, Alden and Maine starred in the movie My Bebe Love: KiligPaMore. They also received a "German Moreno Power Tandem Award." Alden got his own star on the Philippine Walk of Fame in December 2015.
In 2016, Alden and Maine starred in the movie Imagine You and Me. This was their first movie where they were the main actors. Alden also released a book called Alden Richards: In My Own Words. He continued to host Eat Bulaga! and Sunday PinaSaya.
In September 2016, Alden joined the TV series Encantadia. His appearance caused a lot of excitement online. He also renewed his contract with GMA Network.
In 2017, Alden and Maine starred in their first TV series together, Destined to be Yours. Alden also played a real-life activist in the TV special Alaala: A Martial Law Special. He said it was his most challenging role. This special won a silver medal at the New York Festivals.
In 2018, he played the main character in the fantasy series Victor Magtanggol. In 2019, Alden starred with Kathryn Bernardo in the movie Hello, Love, Goodbye. This film became the highest-earning Filipino movie ever at that time.
In 2020, Alden became a lead host and performer in the musical show All-Out Sundays. He rejoined Eat Bulaga! in March 2023 after focusing on other projects.
Recent Projects: 2022 – Present
In March 2023, Alden returned to Eat Bulaga! after a break. He had been working on other projects like the TV series Start-Up PH in 2022.
Alden and Julia Montes starred in a movie called Five Breakups and a Romance. This was a special movie because it was the first time three different production companies worked together.
In June 2023, actress Sharon Cuneta shared that she and Alden would be in a movie together. The movie is called Family of Two (A Mother And Son Story). It was shown at the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival.
Alden played the lead role in a Magpakailanman episode called "Sa Puso't Isipan." This episode won an award for Best Drama Anthology in 2024. In July 2024, Alden starred in the TV series Pulang Araw, which aired on Netflix.
In November 2024, Alden reunited with Kathryn Bernardo for Hello, Love, Again. This movie is a sequel to their hit film Hello, Love, Goodbye. Hello, Love, Again became the highest-earning Filipino film of all time, making over 1 billion pesos. It was also the first movie where ABS-CBN's Star Cinema and GMA Pictures worked together.
Other Activities
Modeling and Endorsements
Alden Richards is not just an actor; he also does a lot of modeling. In 2010, he was listed as one of Candy Magazine's "Celebrity Cuties." He has appeared on magazine covers and in many advertisements for different brands.
Helping Others
Alden is also known for his charity work. After a big storm called Typhoon Haiyan in 2013, he helped with relief efforts. He also supported GMA Network's Christmas campaign, choosing children with cancer as his beneficiaries.
In 2014, Alden became an ambassador for Habitat for Humanity Philippines, an organization that builds homes. He celebrated his birthday in 2015 by helping build homes for families in need. In 2016, he visited an Aeta community to help them.
He also became an ambassador for a program that encourages students to earn money while still in school. Alden was part of a concert in 2015 that raised 14 million pesos for a library project. He also performed in a charity concert for children with serious diseases. In 2020, Alden became an ambassador for the Department of Health's campaign to prevent the spread of COVID-19. He also supports a campaign to end Tuberculosis.
In April 2023, Alden joined the board of the Movie Workers Foundation, Inc. "MOWELFUND". This group helps people who work in the Philippine movie industry. He is the youngest member of their board.
Businesses
In 2016, Alden started his first business, a restaurant called Concha's Garden in Tagaytay. It now has four branches. He also opened his own McDonald's franchise in Biñan, Laguna, in 2019.
In 2022, he started his own company called Myriad Entertainment Corporation. This company helped organize a reunion concert for the rock band Eraserheads, where Alden was a co-producer.
Personal Life
Alden shares that his grandmother, Linda Reyes, taught him about the Catholic faith. He often visits churches and watches Christian movies during Lent.
Alden grew up in Santa Rosa, Laguna, but now lives in Quezon City.
Awards and Recognitions
Alden Richards has received many awards throughout his career. Here are some of his notable achievements:
- In 2011, he won "Amazing Male Newcomer" at the Yahoo! OMG! Awards and "Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by an Actor" at the Golden Screen TV Awards for Alakdana.
- In 2015, he won "Best Drama Actor" at the PMPC Star Awards for Television for Ilustrado. He also received a star on the Eastwood City Walk of Fame.
- In 2016, he won "Breakthrough Recording/Performing Artist" and "Breakthrough Male Star of Philippine Movies and TV" at the GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards. His album Wish I May won "Pop Album of the Year" and "Album of the Year" at the PMPC Star Awards for Music. It also earned a Diamond Record award.
- In 2017, he won "Prince of Philippine Movies" for Imagine You and Me. He also won "Best Single Performance by an Actor" for an Eat Bulaga! Lenten Special.
- In 2018, he received a Silver Award at the New York Festivals TV and Film Awards and a Gold Camera Docudrama award at the U.S International Film and Video Festival for Alaala: A Martial Law Special.
- In 2019, he won "Asian Star Prize" at the Seoul International Drama Awards. He also won "Movie Actor Of The Year" and "Movie of the Year" for Hello, Love, Goodbye at the Rawr Awards.
- In 2020, he was named "Phenomenal Star of Philippine Cinema" and "Film Actor of the Year" for Hello, Love, Goodbye at the GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards.
- In 2021, he won "Movie Actor of the Year" for Hello, Love, Goodbye at the PMPC Star Awards for Movies.
- In 2022, he won "Most Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series" for Start-Up PH at the Gawad Lasallianeta.
- In 2023, he won "Most Outstanding Film Actor" for Five Breakups and a Romance at the Gawad Lasallianeta. He also won "Male Celebrity of the Year" at the Tag Awards Chicago.
- In 2024, he won "Movie Actor of the Year" for Five Breakups and a Romance at the PMPC Star Awards for Movies. He also won "Best Performance by an Actor in a Lead Role" for Family of Two at the Hiyas ng Sining. He also won "Best International Film Actor" at the Jinseo Arigato International Film Festival.
Filmography
- List of Alden Richards performances
See also
In Spanish: Alden Richards para niños
