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Bianca King
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Born |
Bianca Charlotte King
18 March 1986 |
Alma mater | De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 2004–present |
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Spouse(s) |
Ralph Wintle
(m. 2021) |
Children | 1 |
Relatives | Iza Calzado (sister-in-law) |
Bianca Charlotte King-Wintle (born March 18, 1986) is a talented actress who was born in Germany. She has Filipino and Canadian roots. Bianca is well-known for her roles in popular TV shows like Sinner or Saint (2011), where she played Noemi Manansala. She was also Aviona in the fantasy series Mulawin (2004). One of her first main roles was as Luna in Luna Blanca (2012).
Bianca King also starred in the afternoon drama Maghihintay Pa Rin on GMA Network. She worked alongside actors Rafael Rosell and Dion Ignacio in this show.
She attended San Beda College Alabang for her grade school and high school education. Later, she studied AB Digital Filmmaking at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde. Besides acting, Bianca is also a music video director.
Some of Bianca's biggest acting opportunities were in Sinner or Saint in 2011 and Broken Vow in 2012. In 2014, she moved to TV5. There, she starred in the drama Obsession and the comedy show Mac and Chiz. She also hosted TV5’s Showbiz Konek na Konek. In 2017, she returned to television on ABS-CBN's Pusong Ligaw. This was her first show with ABS-CBN after changing networks.
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About Bianca King
Early Life and First Steps in Acting
Bianca Charlotte King was born on March 18, 1986, in Germany. Her mother is Filipino, and her father is Canadian. Bianca started her career when she was 13 years old. She began by modeling for print ads and TV commercials. She appeared in ads for different products like deodorant, drinks, and hotdogs.
Bianca's Acting Journey
2004–2014: Mulawin and Supporting Roles
In 2004, Bianca King joined the cast of Click. She played Marnie, a kind-hearted character who returned to the Philippines. After Click, Bianca was cast in the fantasy series Mulawin. In Mulawin, she played Aviona, a female warrior who had a secret crush on Mulawin. This role was a big step for her career. She felt it was a "turning point" because she could truly show her acting skills.
In 2005, Bianca also tried hosting a show called 3R. She was joined by Iza Calzado, Bettina Carlos, and Chynna Ortaleza. Bianca also appeared in the youth show Love to Love. She also got roles in movies like Birhen ng Manaoag and Hari ng Sablay. In December 2005, two of her movies were part of the 2005 Metro Manila Film Festival. She played Aviona again in Mulawin: The Movie. She also appeared in Mano Po 4: Ako Legal Wife and I Will Always Love You.
In 2006, Bianca became an endorser for the clothing brand Herbench. She was also featured on the cover of a men's magazine twice. Bianca was also chosen to be a main endorser for the Bench Fever: Underwear Fashion Show 2006. She had a small role in the movie Oh My Ghost! and was part of the fantasy series Atlantika.
Bianca continued to appear in Love to Love episodes. In 2007, she was part of the hit TV series MariMar, playing Natalia Montenegro. After MariMar, she joined the cast of Sine Novela: My Only Love. Bianca also starred in GMA Network's fantasy series Dyesebel.
2009–2014: Big Shows and Directing
In early 2009, Bianca King was one of the main actresses in the Philippine version of Zorro. She also starred in the series Ganti. For the 2009 Metro Manila Film Festival, Bianca was in the movie Wapakman.
The year 2009 was special because Bianca King directed her first music video. It was for the band Hale's song "Bahay Kubo". She also directed Frencheska Farr's song "Today I'll See The Sun". Both music videos directed by Bianca became popular.
In 2010, Bianca was cast in The Last Prince. She played Bawana, a character who loved Prinsipe Almiro. In 2013, she starred in her last project with GMA Network, Maghihintay Pa Rin.
2014–2016: Moving to TV5
After 13 years with GMA Network, Bianca signed a contract with TV5. She started getting main roles in shows like Obsession and Mac and Chiz. She also began her hosting career with Showbiz Konek na Konek. She stayed with TV5 until 2016.
2016–2019: Transfer to ABS-CBN
After two years with TV5, Bianca moved to ABS-CBN. Her first big project there was Pusong Ligaw. She also became a performer on the TV show ASAP. From 2018 to 2019, she played Aliyah Torres in the series Halik.
Bianca King's Work
Movies
Year | Title | Role |
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2005 | Birhen ng Manaoag | Marie |
Mano Po 4: Ako Legal Wife | Trixia Sy | |
Mulawin the Movie | Aviona | |
Hari ng Sablay | Monica | |
2006 | Oh My Ghost! | Jolina |
I Will Always Love You | Donna | |
Gigil | Kit | |
2008 | One True Love | Ara Mejares |
Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After | Girlie | |
2009 | Wapakman | Mystika |
2010 | Working Girls | Dara Dela Vega |
2011 | San Lazaro | Cheska |
2012 | Sosy Problems | Danielle Alvarez |
Television Shows
Year | Title | Role |
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2004 | Click | Marnie |
2004–2005 | Mulawin | Aviona |
2005 | Love to Love: Wish Upon a Jar | Miel |
2006 | Love to Love: My Darling Mermaid | Patty |
Love to Love: Jass Got Lucky | Paris | |
2006–2007 | Atlantika | Xera |
2007 | Super Twins | Katrina Roces |
2007–2008 | Marimar | Natalia Montenegro |
Sine Novela: My Only Love | Trixie | |
2008 | Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel | Betty Salcedo |
2009 | SRO Cinemaserye: Ganti Ng Puso | Janelle Alcantara |
Zorro | Cara | |
2010 | The Last Prince | Diwani Bawana |
2011 | Mars Ravelo's Captain Barbell | Lary Gempez |
Sinner or Saint | Noemi Manansala | |
Spooky Nights: Parol | Carol | |
2012 | Legacy | Young Isabel |
Broken Vow | Melissa Santiago | |
Spooky Valentine: Maestra | Elena | |
Spooky Nights: Kasambahay | Laura | |
Luna Blanca | Adult Luna | |
2013 | Maghihintay Pa Rin | Geneva "Gen" De Villa |
2014 | Obsession | Vanessa Villareal / Bernadette Cabrera |
2015 | Mac & Chiz | Candy |
Showbiz Konek na Konek | Host | |
2016–2019 | ASAP | Herself / Performer |
2017–2018 | Pusong Ligaw | Margaret "Marga" Dimaawa |
2018 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kidney | Love |
2018–2019 | Halik | Aliyah Torres |
2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Sinturon | Inna |
Awards and Recognition
Year | Award-Giving Body/Critics | Category | Results | Ref. |
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2012 | 38th Metro Manila Film Festival | SMDC Female Celebrity of the Night | Won |
Personal Life
Bianca King married Ralph Wintle on June 4, 2021. They have one child. As of 2022, Bianca and her family live in Australia.