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Bianca Umali
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Maria Isadora Bianca Soler Umali
March 2, 2000 Parañaque, Philippines
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Years active | 2002–present |
Agent | Sparkle GMA Artist Center |
Partner(s) | Ruru Madrid (2018–present) |
Bianca Umali (born March 2, 2000) is a talented Filipino actress, television host, singer, and dancer. She started her career at a very young age and has become well-known for her many roles in TV shows and movies.
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About Bianca
Bianca Umali was born on March 2, 2000, in Parañaque, Philippines. She was raised by her grandmother, Victorina, after her parents passed away. Bianca also has several half-siblings from her parents' previous relationships. She attended Veritas Parochial School in Parañaque City.
Bianca has been in a relationship with actor Ruru Madrid since 2018. She is also an ambassador for important organizations like World Vision International. She supports their work to help children and communities. Bianca is also part of the "Buhay Ingatan, Droga'y Ayawan" program by the Department of the Interior and Local Government, which teaches people to stay away from drugs. In December 2020, Bianca became a member of Iglesia ni Cristo.
Bianca's Career
Starting as a Model
Bianca began her career as a commercial model when she was only two years old. She appeared in many TV commercials for popular brands like EQ Diapers and Nestle Ice Cream. She also promoted children's clothing for Natasha. In 2021, Bianca became an endorser for the clothing brand Bench.
Becoming a Host and Actress
In 2009, when Bianca was nine, she signed an exclusive contract with GMA Network. She became one of the hosts of Tropang Potchi, a TV show made for children. That same year, she had a small role as an orphan in Darna. She also played the young Nancy Rosales in the TV series Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit.
In 2011, she signed a management contract with Sparkle GMA Artist Center. This helped her get more acting opportunities. From 2017 onwards, Bianca took on many important roles. She played Lawiswis in Mulawin vs. Ravena and Crisanta in Kambal, Karibal. She also starred as Sahaya in the TV show of the same name, and Farrah in Legal Wives. In 2022, she played Irene in Mano Po Legacy: Her Big Boss.
Bianca is also starring as Terra in Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre. This is an upcoming spin-off from the 2016 series Encantadia. To prepare for this role, Bianca trained in arnis, a Filipino martial art.
Singing Career
In 2018, Bianca signed a recording contract with GMA Music. She has released two songs so far. Her songs are "Kahit Kailan" (released in 2020) and "Itigil Mo Na" (released in 2021).
Songs by Bianca
Year | Title | Album | Label |
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2020 | Kahit Kailan | Non-album singles | GMA Music |
2021 | Itigil Mo Na | Non-album singles |
TV Shows and Movies
Television Roles
- TV series
Year | Title | Role |
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2009 | Jollitown | Olive |
Darna | One of the orphans | |
Sine Novela: Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit | Young Nancy Rosales | |
2011 | Magic Palayok | Dina |
2012–2013 | Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa | Leah |
2013 | Unforgettable | Julia Regalado |
Mga Basang Sisiw | Faye Santos | |
2014 | Niño | Gracie |
Dading | Teen Precious Rodrigues | |
2015 | Once Upon a Kiss | Mariella "Ella" Servando-Rodrigo |
2016 | Wish I May | Carina "Cacai" Atienza-Vergara/Carina Pizarro-Gomez |
2017 | Mulawin vs. Ravena | Lawiswis "Wis"/Emily |
2017–2018 | Kambal, Karibal | Crisanta "Crisan" Abaya Bautista/Victoria/Crisanta "Crisan" Enriquez Magpantay |
2019 | Sahaya | Sahaya Alari Mangayao |
2020 | Halfworlds | |
2021 | Legal Wives | Farrah Valeandong-Makadatu |
2022 | Mano Po Legacy: Her Big Boss | Irene Pacheco |
Happy Together | Issa/NBI Agent Gretchen Tuazon (as Guest) | |
2023 | The Write One | Joyce Herrera |
2025 | Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre | Terra |
- Anthology Shows
Year | Title | Role |
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2013 | Maynila: Best Bet ng Puso | Myra |
One Day, Isang Araw: Gamer Girl | Liezel | |
Magpakailanman: School Bullying Caught on Cam | Abigail "Abby" | |
2014 | Love Hotline: 18 and In Love | Jen Darlene Torres |
Seasons of Love Presents: First Dance, First Love | Jasmine Natividad | |
2015 | Maynila: Type Kita, Type Mo Ay Iba | Cheska |
Wagas: May Forever | Young Lilian | |
Love Hotline: Runaway Girl | Juvy | |
Magpakailanman: My Teacher, My ... | Myla | |
Maynila: Love Wins | Meg | |
Dangwa: Idol | Lia De Guzman/Sabrina | |
Wish Ko Lang: Ang Araw Niya'y Buwan | Kim | |
2016 | Maynila: Don't Give Up On Us | Anna |
Alamat: Alamat ng Gagamba | Anlalawa | |
Maynila: To Love and To Hope | Hope | |
Wagas: Lolo Pops Love Story | Pacita | |
Dear Uge: How to Move On | Heart | |
Usapang Real Love: Dream Date | Grace Anne Manalo | |
2017 | Karelasyon: My Family | Charming |
Wish Ko Lang: Maya | Maya | |
Dear Uge: Coach Me, I'm Falling | Dina | |
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: The Toy Soldier and Ballerina Doll Love Story | Rina | |
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: The Aswang Slayer | Kristel | |
2018 | Tadhana: Ate | Arlene Blanquisco |
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Dobol, Tripol, Trobol | Ella | |
2021 | Regal Studio Presents: The Signs | Moira |
- TV Specials
Year | Title | Role |
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2017 | Eat Bulaga Lenten Special: Kaibigan | Denise |
Alaala: A Martial Law Special | Rizalina "Lina" Ilagan |
- Other TV Appearances
Year | Title | Role |
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2009–2013 | Tropang Potchi | Herself/Performer/Co-host |
2014–2015 | Sunday All Stars | |
2014–2016 | Ismol Family | Yumi |
2016 | A1 Ko Sa 'Yo | Paula |
2017 | Full House Tonight | Herself/Performer/Co-host |
Tunay na Buhay | Herself/Guest | |
All Star Videoke | Herself/Player | |
Road Trip | Herself/Guest | |
2018–2019 | Sunday PinaSaya | Herself/Performer/Co-host |
2021–2023 | All-Out Sundays | |
2022–2023 | Eat Bulaga! | Herself/Co-host |
2023–2025 | It's Showtime | Herself/Guest Performer/Guest Judge |
2023 | It's Your Lucky Day | Herself/Co-host |
2024 | Tahanang Pinakamasaya! | Herself/Guest host/Co-host |
2025 | Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition | Herself/Houseguest |
Movies
Year | Title | Role |
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2009 | Yaya and Angelina: The Spoiled Brat Movie | Cameo role |
2012 | My Kontrabida Girl | Young Isabel Reyes (Rhian Ramos) |
2013 | My Lady Boss | Bea (Zach's younger sister) |
2017 | Barbi D' Wonder Beki | Miley |
2019 | Banal | Erika |
Family History | Jenna Roque | |
2024 | Mananambal | Alma |
Awards and Recognitions
Bianca Umali has received several awards and nominations for her acting and hosting work. These awards show how much her talent is appreciated in the entertainment industry.
Award | Year | Category | Nominated work | Result | |
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Box Office Entertainment Awards | 2019 | Most Popular Love Team for Television | N/A | Won | |
2020 | Most Popular Love Team for Television | N/A | Won | ||
FAMAS Awards | 2015 | German Moreno Youth Achievement Award | N/A | Won | |
2019 | German Moreno Memorial Youth Achievement Award | N/A | Won | ||
PMPC Star Awards for Television | 2011 | Best Children's Show Host | Tropang Potchi | Nominated | |
2023 | Best Single Performance by an Actress | Magpakailanman (Episode: "Sayaw ng Buhay") | Nominated | ||
Seoul International Drama Awards | 2022 | Outstanding Asian Star | Legal Wives | Nominated |