Ashley Ortega facts for kids
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.
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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 |
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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 ![]() |
Television Series Starring Ashley Ortega
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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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) |