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Aljur Abrenica
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Abrenica in February 2013.
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Aljur Mikael Guiang Abrenica
March 24, 1990 Angeles City, Philippines
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| Occupation | Actor, singer, model, dancer |
| Agent | GMA Artist Center (2006–2017) Star Magic (2017–2022; 2023–present) Brightlight Productions (2021–2022) |
| Height | 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m) |
| Spouse(s) |
Kylie Padilla
(m. 2018; sep. 2021) |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Vin Abrenica (brother) Allen Abrenica (brother) Alleah Abrenica (sister) Sophie Albert (sister-in-law) |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | Pop |
| Instruments | Vocals, Guitar |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Labels | GMA Records Star Music |
Aljur Mikael Guiang Abrenica (born March 24, 1990) is a famous Filipino actor, dancer, model, and singer. He first became known after appearing on the fourth season of StarStruck, a popular talent search show.
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Aljur Abrenica's Early Life and Family
Aljur Abrenica was born on March 24, 1990. His father, Alfonso Abrenica Jr., was a musician. His mother, Amor Guiang, was also part of a band.
Growing Up and Education
Aljur went to high school at Don Bosco Academy, Pampanga. He once shared that he dreamed of becoming a pilot. He even thought about studying aeronautics to achieve this dream.
Family and Relationships
Aljur is the older brother of fellow actor Vin Abrenica. He got engaged to actress Kylie Padilla in January 2017. They welcomed their first son on August 4, 2017.
Aljur and Kylie dated from 2011 to 2014. They started dating again in September 2016. The couple later separated in 2021. Aljur is a practicing Born-again Christian.
Aljur Abrenica's Acting Career
Aljur Abrenica started his career in 2006. He quickly became a well-known face in Philippine television and movies.
Starting Out: StarStruck and Early Success (2006–2017)
In 2006, Aljur joined StarStruck, a reality talent show. He won the title of "Ultimate Hunk" in the competition. This win helped him get noticed in the entertainment industry.
By September 2007, Aljur signed a contract with Regal Films. He then played Cervano/Zaido in the TV series Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan. He also appeared in other popular shows like Dyesebel and Boys Nxt Door.
Aljur also starred in Luna Mystica and performed on SOP Rules. Yes! Magazine even called him the "Next Big Male Star."
Leading Roles and Network Changes
During his time with GMA, Aljur took on many main roles. He starred in shows such as All My Life and The Last Prince. He also played the lead in Machete.
He also appeared in the film Nandito Ako...Nagmamahal Sa'Yo. This movie was produced by Regal Films. Aljur also joined a GMA Christmas reality show called Puso Ng Pasko: Artista Challenge.
In July 2014, Aljur wanted to leave GMA Network. He felt his career path was not going as planned. Despite this, he still got lead roles in Kambal Sirena and Once Again. His contract with GMA ended in March 2017. After that, he made some guest appearances on shows like Bubble Gang.
Moving to ABS-CBN (2017–2019)
In August 2017, Aljur signed a new contract. This time, he joined ABS-CBN. His first main role with the new network was in the series Asintado.
Aljur Abrenica's Filmography
Television Series Roles
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Source |
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| 2007–2008 | Boys Nxt Door | Migs | GMA Network | |
| Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan | Cervano Torres / Red Zaido | |||
| 2008 | Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel | Paolo Legaspi | ||
| 2008–2009 | Luna Mystika | Libado | ||
| 2009 | Sine Novela: Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? | Miguelito "Lito" Sanchez | ||
| All My Life | Jules Romualdez | |||
| 2010 | The Last Prince | Prinsepe Almiro / Haring Almiro | ||
| Ilumina | Yñigo Salcedo | |||
| 2011 | Pablo S. Gomez' Machete | Machete / Dakila Romero | ||
| 2011–2012 | Amaya | Dayaw | ||
| 2012 | Together Forever | Santiago "Yago" Carion | ||
| Coffee Prince | Arthur Ochoa | |||
| 2013 | Indio | Bagandi | ||
| 2013–2014 | Prinsesa ng Buhay Ko | Nicolo "Nick" Grande | ||
| 2014 | Kambal Sirena | Kevin Villanueva | ||
| 2015 | The Half Sisters | Malcolm Angeles | ||
| 2015–2016 | Dangwa | Lorenzo "Renz" Arguente | ||
| 2016 | Once Again | Edgardo "Edgar" Del Mundo / Aldrin Sanchez | ||
| Usapang Real Love | Kiso | |||
| 2017 | FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Miguel Enriquez | ABS-CBN | |
| 2018 | Asintado | Alexander "Xander" Guerrero | ||
| Home Sweetie Home | Armando | |||
| 2019–2020 | Sandugo | Aristotle "Aris" Reyes / Leo Balthazar | ||
| 2022 | One Good Day | Kyzer Catillo | Amazon Prime Video | |
| 2024 | WPS (West Philippine Sea Defenders) | Bobby | Viva One, DZRH-TV | |
| 2025 | Incognito | ABS-CBN |
Drama Anthology Appearances
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
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| 2007 | Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang | Carlos / Pedro | GMA Network |
| 2009 | Dear Friend | Alfred | |
| 2011 | Spooky Nights Presents: The Ringtone | Brix | |
| 2012 | Spooky Valentine Presents: Manibela | Ariel | |
| 2013 | Magpakailanman: Bayarang Adonis | Kristoffer King | |
| 2014 | Magpakailanman: Gas Mo Bukas Ko | Joel Javier | |
| 2015 | Wagas | Edwin | |
| Maynila: Dead na Dead Sayo | Popoy | ||
| Maynila: Happily Ever After | Raymond | ||
| Karelasyon: Karma | Marco/Jericho | ||
| 2016 | Wagas | April Boy Regino | GMA News TV |
| Karelasyon: Bilin | Joseph | GMA Network | |
| 2017 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Tungkod | Anton | ABS-CBN |
| Wansapanataym: Louie's Biton | Ralph Lorenzo | ||
| 2018 | Ipaglaban Mo: Diploma | Richard Domingo | |
| Ipaglaban Mo: Dalisay | Vince Hernandez | ||
| The End: Accidental Friend | Zach | iWantTFC |
Variety and Reality Shows
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
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| 2006–2007 | StarStruck: The Next Level | Himself / Contestant / Ultimate Hunk | GMA Network |
| 2007–2010 | SOP | Co-Host / Performer | |
| 2010–2013 | Party Pilipinas | ||
| 2011 | Follow That Star | Host/Himself | GMA News TV |
| 2013–2015 | Sunday All Stars | Co-Host / Performer | GMA Network |
| 2017–present | ASAP Natin 'To | ABS-CBN (2017–2020) Kapamilya Channel (2020–present) A2Z (2020–present) TV5 (2021–present) |
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| 2019 | Pinoy Big Brother: Otso | Celebrity Star Player |
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| 2020 | Eat Bulaga! | Himself / Bawal Judgmental Celebrity Judger | GMA Network |
Films Aljur Abrenica Starred In
| Year | Title | Role | Studio |
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| 2008 | Loving You | Ryan Peyra | Regal Entertainment, GMA Pictures |
| I.T.A.L.Y. | Budoy Pinlac | GMA Pictures | |
| 2009 | Nandito Ako Nagmamahal Sa'Yo | Lorenzo "Tata" Lugod | Regal Entertainment GMA Pictures |
| 2011 | Temptation Island | Alfredo | Regal Entertainment GMA Pictures |
| 2012 | My Kontrabida Girl | Chris Bernal | GMA Pictures |
| D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers Weh?! | Police Officer | APT Entertainment GMA Pictures |
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| Sosy Problems | Benjo | GMA Pictures | |
| 2014 | Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak | Ka-Dorio | Star Cinema |
| Basement | GMA Pictures Springboard Films Coffee House Productions |
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| 2016 | Expressway | Morris | Centerstage Productions Strawdogs Studio Production Waveslicer Productions Sinag Maynila Film Festival |
| Ang Hapis at Himagsik ni Hermano Puli | Hermano Puli | T-Rex Entertainment Productions | |
| 2022 | Mamasapano: Now It Can Be Told | Lt. Allan Franco | Borracho Film Productions |
| 2023 | Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko | Saranggola Media Productions | |
| Single Bells | TinCan Productions Black Cap Pictures |
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| Sa Kamay ng Diyos | Pastor Jonard N. Pamor | JPM Film Production |
Aljur Abrenica's Music Albums
Studio Albums
| Year | Title | Label |
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| 2014 | Mahal Pa Rin Kita | MCA Music |
| 2010 | Self Titled | Musiko Records/Sony Music |
Awards and Nominations for Aljur Abrenica
| Year | Award | Category | Nomination | Result |
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| 2013 | 1st Sunday All Stars Awards | Stand Out Season Performer | None | Won |
| 2012 | 100 ... Men in the Philippines | ... Filipino Men | None | Ranked # 2 |
| 2011 | Ranked # 11 | |||
| 2010 | Rank # 4 | |||
| 2009 | Rank # 1 | |||
| 2006 | Starstruck Season 4 | Starstruck Ultimate Hunk | Won |
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Result |
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| 2009 | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Promising Male Star of Movies & TV | Won |
| 2011 | Yahoo! OMG! Awards Philippines | Hottest Actor of the Year | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Aljur Abrenica para niños
