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Enchong Dee
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![]() Dee at the 2023 Tokyo International Film Festival
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Ernest Lorenzo Velasquez Dee
November 5, 1988 Naga, Camarines Sur, Philippines
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Nationality | Filipino |
Other names | Enchong Dee, ErLo |
Alma mater | De La Salle University-Manila |
Occupation | Actor, comedian, model, swimmer, host, singer, songwriter, newspaper writer |
Years active | 2005–present |
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Height | 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in) |
Parent(s) | Johnson Molina Dee Maria Theresa Diño Velasquez |
Family | AJ Dee (brother) |
Enchong Dee is a famous Filipino actor, comedian, and model. He is also a host, singer, and writer. Born Ernest Lorenzo Velasquez Dee on November 5, 1988, he is known for his many talents.
Enchong started his career as a swimmer before becoming a star. He is part of ABS-CBN's Star Magic. He became very popular after his first big TV show, Katorse, in 2009. He also played "Luis" in the Filipino version of Maria la del Barrio.
Enchong is the younger brother of actor and model, AJ Dee.
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Early Life and Education
Enchong Dee was born on November 5, 1988, in Naga, Camarines Sur. His parents are Johnson Molina Dee and Maria Theresa Diño Velasquez. He has two brothers, Angel James Dee, who is also an actor, and Isiah Dee. He also has a younger sister, Angelika Dee.
He finished school at Naga Hope Christian School. Enchong was a talented swimmer and continued his swimming career at De La Salle University in Manila. He was even part of the Philippine national swimming team!
Enchong competed in big sports events. These include the 2005 SEA Games in Manila, the 2006 Asian Games in Doha, Qatar, and the 2007 SEA Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.
Enchong's Career Journey
Enchong Dee first appeared on TV in 2006. He was a guest on the talk show Homeboy. Soon, modeling agencies and advertisers noticed him. He started appearing in ads for brands like Close Up, Bench, KFC, and Timex.
In 2007, Enchong began getting acting roles. He appeared in shows like Abt Ur Luv, Sineserye, Komiks, and Your Song. He also starred in My Girl.
Becoming a Star
In 2009, Enchong joined the main cast of Katorse. This show was a new version of an old film. In 2010, he worked again with his co-stars, Erich Gonzales and Ejay Falcon, in Tanging Yaman. He also became part of Magkaribal.
Enchong starred in the movie Sa 'yo Lamang. For this role, he won an award called Gawad PASADO for Best Supporting Actor. He got his first main movie role in I Do, alongside Erich Gonzales.
In 2011, he played Luis de la Vega in the Filipino remake of Maria La Del Barrio. He also appeared in the 2012 film The Reunion with Enrique Gil, Xian Lim, and Kean Cipriano.
After starring in the TV series Ina, Kapatid, Anak (2012–2013) with Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador, he joined Muling Buksan Ang Puso with Julia Montes and Enrique Gil.
In 2014, Enchong released his first song, Chinito Problems. This song was a fun reply to Yeng Constantino's popular song Chinito.
Enchong's TV Shows
Enchong Dee has been in many TV shows. Here are some of them:
Year | Title | Role | Network |
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2007 | Sineserye Presents: Palimos ng Pag-Ibig | Job | ABS-CBN |
Komiks Presents: Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao | Mark | ||
Your Song Presents: Tulak ng Bibig | Marlon | ||
Mars Ravelo's Lastikman | Rafael "Raffy" Gipit | ||
Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv: Ur Lyf 2 | Blue Mangubat | ||
2008 | Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Haay...Skul Lyf | Ipe | |
Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Luvin' Lyf | Epi | ||
My Girl | Nico Legaspi | ||
Your Song Presents: My Only Hope | Juanito "Jhun" Dimaano Jr. | ||
2008–present | ASAP Natin 'To | Main host / Performer | |
2009 | Komiks Presents: Mars Ravelo's: Nasaan Ka Maruja? | Brian Lozano | |
Your Song Presents: Boystown | Arnel Dela Cruz | ||
Tayong Dalawa | David Anthony Garcia | ||
Katorse | John Joseph "Jojo" Wenceslao | ||
2010 | Your Song Presents: Love Me, Love You | Water Boy | |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kariton | Efren Peñaflorida | ||
Tanging Yaman | Jose Mari "Jomari" Buenavista | ||
Magkaribal | Caloy Javier | ||
Your Song Presents: Andi | Nico Mariveles | ||
Wansapanataym: Ali Badbad en da Madyik Banig | Ali Badbad | ||
Shout Out! | Himself/host | ||
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Parol | Toto | ||
2011 | Your Song Presents: Kim | Manny | |
Mara Clara | Cameo Appearance | ||
Maria la del Barrio | Luis Fernando Dela Vega | ||
2012–13 | Ina, Kapatid, Anak | Ethan Castillo | |
2013 | Muling Buksan ang Puso | Leonel Beltran | |
2014 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Orasan | Johnny | |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Alak | Paul | ||
Ipaglaban Mo: Paano Na Ang Pangarap? | Rolly | ||
2015 | Ipaglaban Mo: Sa Aking Pag-gising | Dino | |
Wansapanataym: My Kung Fu Chinito | Diego Calasiao | ||
Pinoy Big Brother: 737 | Houseguest/Host | ||
Nathaniel | Angel Eldon | ||
2017 | A Love to Last | Andrew Agoncillo | |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Rehab Center | Jeck | ||
2018 | The Blood Sisters | Samuel Hechanova | |
2019 | Eat Bulaga | Guests/Game Shows/BOOM | GMA Network |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Wheelchair | Melvin | ABS-CBN | |
2020 | Trip to Quiapo | Hulyong Manunulat | iWantTFC |
2021 | Huwag Kang Mangamba | Sebastian "Seb" Tantiangco | Kapamilya Channel A2Z TV5 |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Jacket | Edwin | Kapamilya Channel | |
2022–2023 | Mars Ravelo's Darna | Elijah "Eli" Torres / Levitator | |
2025 | It’s Okay to Not Be Okay | Netflix |
Enchong's Movies
Enchong has also starred in many films:
Year | Film | Role | Studio |
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2009 | BFF (Best Friends Forever) | Paco | Star Cinema |
Paano Ko Sasabihin? | Mike | Cinema One Originals | |
2010 | Sa 'Yo Lamang | James Alvero | Star Cinema |
I Do | Lance Anderson Tan | ||
2012 | The Reunion | Lloyd | |
The Strangers | Dolfo |
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2013 | Four Sisters and a Wedding | Calvin John "CJ/Rebreb" Salazar | Star Cinema |
Tuhog | Caloy Sicat |
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Call Center Girl | Vince Sandoval | ||
Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay | Joseph Maurice | Star Cinema Regal Entertainment |
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2014 | Once a Princess | Leonard Jamieson |
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2016 | Lila | Kevin | Sinag Maynila Film Festival |
I Love You to Death | Anthony "Tonton" M. Gatchalian | Regal Entertainment | |
Mano Po 7: Tsinoy | Wilson "Son" Wong Jr. | Regal Entertainment | |
2017 | Nay | Martin | Cinema One Originals |
Siargao | Mikey | Ten17P | |
2019 | Elise | Bert | Regal Entertainment |
2020 | Alter Me | Uno | Netflix |
Four Sisters Before the Wedding | Carlos Jose ”CJ/RebReb” Salazar | Star Cinema | |
2022 | Partners in Crime | Carlos Jose Salazar | Star Cinema |
2023 | Here Comes the Groom | Rodrigo Jr. | Quantum Films, Cineko Productions, Brightlight Productions |
GomBurZa | Padre Jacinto Zamora | Jesuit Communications, MQuest Ventures, CMB Film Services | |
2024 | Outside | Soldier | Netflix |
Music Videos and Albums
Enchong Dee has also appeared in music videos and released his own songs.
Music Video Appearances
Year | Song | Artist | Director | Label |
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2013 | "Chinito" | Yeng Constantino | Avid Liongoren | Star Music |
2014 | "Chinito Problems" | Enchong Dee | Jasper Salimbangon | |
2015 | "Seloso" | Jemimah Dadula | ||
2015 | "Step No Step Yes" | |||
2015 | "Isip O Puso" |
Albums
Year | Album | Singles | Label |
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2014 | "Enchong Dee" | Chinito Problems | Star Music |
Seloso | |||
2016 | EDM (Enchong Dee Moves) | Telenobela | |
Di Ko Alam |
Awards and Recognitions
Enchong Dee has won many awards for his acting and other talents. Here are some of them:
Year | Award-Giving Body | Award | Result |
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2009 | ASAP Pop Viewer's Choice Awards | Pop Male Fashionista | Nominated |
2010 | Gawad PASADO | Pinakapasadong Kabataan | Won |
41st Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foundation Awards | Most Promising Love Team with Erich Gonzales | Won | |
Star Awards for Movies | New Movie Actor for Paano Ko Sasabihin? | Nominated | |
FAMAS Awards | German Moreno Youth Achievement Award | Won | |
Star Magic Ball | Star Magic Ball's Most Romantic Couple with Erich Gonzales | Won | |
ASAP Pop Viewer's Choice Awards | Pop Male Fashionista | Nominated | |
Pop Fans Club for Loveteam with Erich Gonzales | Nominated | ||
Pop Loveteam with Erich Gonzales | Nominated | ||
2011 | Barkada Choice Awards | Choice Male Icon | Nominated |
Choice Actor of the Year for Maalaala Mo Kaya: Parol | Won | ||
Choice Breakthrough Artist of 2010 | Won | ||
Gawad PASADO | Pasadong Katuwang Aktor for Sa'yo Lamang | Won | |
Star Awards for Movies | Movie Supporting Actor of the Year for Sa'yo Lamang | Nominated | |
ASAP Pop Viewer's Choice Awards | Pop Male Fashionista | Nominated | |
Pop Pin Up Boy | Won | ||
Pop Fans Club for Loveteam with Erich Gonzales | Nominated | ||
Star Magic Ball | Star Magic Ball's Most Favorite Couple with Erich Gonzales | Won | |
Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Performance by an Actor in a Single Drama/Telemovie Program for Maalaala Mo Kaya: Parol | Nominated | |
Star Awards for TV | Best Single Performance by an Actor for Maalaala Mo Kaya: Parol | Won | |
2012 | Gawad TANGLAW | Best Performance by an Actor (Single Performance) for Maalaala Mo Kaya: Parol | Won |
43rd Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foundation Awards | Best Loveteam for TV and Movies with Erich Gonzales | Won | |
2014 | 11th ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Musical or Comedy) for Four Sisters and a Wedding | Nominated |
28th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Actor for Muling Buksan Ang Puso | Nominated | |
2015 | MOR Pinoy Music Awards | Dance Hit of the Year (Chinito Problems) | Won |
7th PMPC Star Awards for Music | New Male Recording Artist of the Year | Nominated | |
Dance Album of the Year (Enchong Dee) | Nominated | ||
2019 | 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Single Performance by an Actor for Maalaala Mo Kaya: Wheelchair | Won |
2020 | 7th Urduja Heritage Film Awards | Best Actor in Comedy or Musical for Elise | Won |
See Also
In Spanish: Enchong Dee para niños