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Ashley Ortega
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Ortega in 2023
Born
Ashleigh Marguerretthe Krystalle Nordstrom Samson

(1998-12-26) December 26, 1998 (age 26)
San Fernando, La Union, Philippines
Occupation Actress
Years active 2012–present
Agent Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2012–present)
Height 168 cm (5 ft 6 in)

Ashley Ortega, born Ashleigh Marguerretthe Krystalle Nordstrom Samson on December 26, 1998, is a talented Filipino actress. She is well-known for her roles in popular TV shows like Dormitoryo, My Destiny, Widows' Web, and Hearts on Ice, all shown on GMA Network.

Ashley Ortega's Acting Journey

Ashley Ortega began her television career when she was just 12 years old. She first appeared in commercials for GMA Network. Soon after, she started acting in different shows.

From Skating to Stardom

Before becoming an actress, Ashley was a professional figure skater. She started skating at the young age of 4. She even competed in other countries, like Malaysia and Thailand, showing her amazing skills on the ice.

Winning Awards for Her Talent

Ashley's hard work in acting has earned her special recognition. In May 2024, she won her first international award. She was named Best Actress at the 2024 Harlem International Film Festival. This award was for her role in the movie As If It's True. The film first showed at the 19th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival.

Ashley Ortega's Personal Life

Ashley Ortega was born in San Fernando, La Union on December 26, 1998. Her mother is part Filipino and part German, and her father is part Spanish and part Filipino. She grew up in Bacnotan, La Union, which is her mother's hometown.

Family and Education

Ashley has an older brother named Malkolm and a younger sister named Alyzza. She went to Immaculate Conception Academy for her grade school years. Currently, she is studying interior design at SoFA Design Institute.

Her Relationship

Ashley Ortega is in a relationship with actor Mavy Legaspi.

Ashley Ortega's Film and TV Shows

Ashley Ortega has appeared in many films and television series throughout her career.

Movies Featuring Ashley Ortega

Year Title Role
2012 Bamboo Flowers Nikka
2014 My Big Bossing Fairy
2017 Spirit of the Glass 2: The Haunted Chelsea
2018 Wild and Free Mira
2023 As If It's True Gemma Stone
2025 Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins Not yet released

Television Series Starring Ashley Ortega

Year Title Role Notes
2012–2013 Cielo de Angelina Marian "Julie" Dela Guardia
2013 Dormitoryo Rose Angeles
2014 Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw Young Regina Ilustre
Magpakailanman Rina Episode: "Tatay Na Si Totoy, Nanay Na Si Nene"
My Destiny Alex Martinez
Magpakailanman Maricel Episode: "Cain At Abel: Ang Kalakal Boys – The Cedric Macdon and Joven Santos Story"
2015 Jasmine Episode: "Sa Bangin Ng Kamatayan"
Kailan Ba Tama ang Mali? Angeli Realonda
InstaDad Mayumi "Yumi" Monteamor Main role
Magpakailanman Mimay Episode: "Ang Huling Yakap Sa Nawalang Anak"
Dangwa Wendy Schmitt
Maynila Britney
Shayne
Nida
2016 Wish I May Eunice Montes
Maynila Maya
A1 Ko Sa 'Yo Jenny Perez
Oh My Mama Ariana Gutierrez
2017 Magpakailanman Mitch Episode: "Love Knows No Age: The Gil Moreno and Mitch Tandingan Millennial Love Story"
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Sarah
Wowowin Herself Co-host
Dear Uge Cheska
Wish Ko Lang Gesielle
2017–2018 Super Ma’am Kristy Garcia/Maureen Supporting role
2019 Magpakailanman Menchie Episode: "BUSta't Kasama Kita: The Aurelio and Menchie Love Story"
Sahaya Lindsay Alvarez Main role
Dear Uge Shayne
Magpakailanman Ella Episode: "Magkapatid, Biktima Ng Kulto"
2020 Rina Episode: "A Scandalous Crime"
Eat Bulaga!
2021 Legal Wives Marriam Pabil-Delos Reyes Supporting role
Magpakailanman Jessa Episode: Our Abusive Father
2022 Rochelle Episode: "Balut Vendor Turned Inventor: The Roland Barrientos Story"
Widows' Web Jacqueline "Jackie/Tisay" Antonio-Sagrado Main role
Tadhana Yvette Episode: "Sikreto" (Parts 1–2)
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Blondie Episode: "Madal-Dolls"
Tadhana Desiree Episode: "Babawiin Ko Ang Langit" (Parts 1–3)
Magpakailanman Seannah Episode: "My Race To Happiness"
2023 Hearts on Ice Pauline "Ponggay" B. Campos Main role
Royal Blood Jacqueline "Jackie" Antonio-Mabantog Guest role; crossover from Widows' Web role
Black Rider Car show girl Guest role
2024 Pulang Araw Manuela Apolonio Supporting role
2025 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition Herself Contestant (Housemate)
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