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Elisse Joson
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Born
Maria Chriselle Elisse Joson Diuco

(1996-01-06) January 6, 1996 (age 29)
Balanga, Bataan, Philippines
Nationality Filipino
Other names Elisse
Alma mater De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde
Occupation
  • Actress
  • model
  • dancer
  • endorser
Years active 2012–present
Agent
  • Star Magic (2012–present)
Height 5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
Partner(s) McCoy de Leon
Children Felize de Leon (Daughter)

Maria Chriselle Elisse Joson Diuco, known as Elisse Joson, is a talented Filipino actress. She was born on January 6, 1996. Elisse is also a model, dancer, and endorser. She started her career in entertainment when she was 16 years old.

About Elisse Joson

Elisse Joson was born in Balanga, Bataan, Philippines. She is the only child of her mother, Christine Joson. When she was young, Elisse went to acting and singing workshops. She was quite shy back then.

Early Life and Moving Around

Elisse and her family later moved to the United States. They lived there for a few years. While in Sacramento, California, Elisse went to Inderkum High School. She faced some challenges there because she was still learning to speak English fluently. This experience helped her become more confident.

Becoming an Actress

After moving back to Manila, Elisse decided to follow her dream of acting. At 16, she joined Star Magic, a group of artists from ABS-CBN. She also studied at Quezon City Science High School and graduated with honors. Later, she studied Fashion Design and Merchandising at De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde.

Her Family Life

Elisse is in a relationship with her fellow actor, McCoy de Leon. They have a daughter named Felize de Leon. They introduced Felize to the public on the show Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10.

Elisse's Career Highlights

Elisse Joson started her journey in the entertainment world in 2012. Her first big role was in a music video for singer Jovit Baldivino. Soon after, she began appearing in many TV shows.

Early TV Roles

In 2013, Elisse became a familiar face on TV. She played Cheska in Be Careful With My Heart. She also appeared as Erica in Sana Bukas pa ang Kahapon. In 2014, she was in the movie She's Dating the Gangster.

Breakthrough Moment

A big moment for Elisse came in 2016 with a McDonald's Philippines TV commercial. The ad was about moving on after a heartbreak. It became very popular and went viral online. In the same year, Elisse joined Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky Season 7 as a housemate. This made her even more well-known.

Continuing Success in TV

After Pinoy Big Brother, Elisse joined the cast of FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. She played Lorraine, a cousin of a police officer. In 2017, she was part of The Good Son. She also played Roxanne in Ngayon at Kailanman.

More recently, Elisse has taken on different roles. In 2023, she played a main character in the TV series Dirty Linen. She also starred in Pira-Pirasong Paraiso.

Awards and Recognitions

Elisse Joson has received several awards and nominations for her acting.

  • In 2016, she was nominated for 'New Movie Actress of the Year' at the 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Movies.
  • She won 'Favorite Breakthrough Love Team' with McCoy de Leon at the 3rd Star Cinema Online Awards in 2016.
  • In 2017, she and McCoy de Leon won 'Most Promising Loveteam of the Year' at the 2017 Box Office Entertainment Awards.
  • She also won 'Female Breakout Star of the Year' at the PEP'sters Choice Awards in 2017.
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