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Bianca Umali
Born
Maria Isadora Bianca Soler Umali

(2000-03-02) March 2, 2000 (age 25)
Parañaque, Philippines
Occupation
  • Actress
  • dancer
  • singer
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.

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
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
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
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
2017 Eat Bulaga Lenten Special: Kaibigan Denise
Alaala: A Martial Law Special Rizalina "Lina" Ilagan
Other TV Appearances
Year Title Role
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
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.

Awards and nominations received by Bianca Umali
Award Year Category Nominated work Result
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
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