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Anna Marie Falcon (born September 17, 1980), known as Francine Prieto, is a famous Filipino actress, model, and radio DJ. She was born in Las Piñas, Philippines. Francine has roots from both Chinese Filipino and Norwegian families.

About Francine Prieto's Early Life and Education

Francine Prieto, whose real name is Anna Marie Falcon, was born on September 17, 1980. She started her journey in entertainment at a young age.

Francine's College Studies

Before becoming a full-time actress, Francine studied Psychology at Adamson University. However, she did not finish her degree. This was because she started working in show business.

Francine Prieto's Career Journey

Francine Prieto began her career very early. She joined a popular TV show when she was a child. Later, she became a member of another famous TV program.

Modeling and Beauty Pageants

As a teenager, Francine showed great potential as a model. She entered the modeling world when she was 13 years old.

Becoming a Top Model

In 1994, she was a finalist in the Elite Model Look Search Philippines. A famous model named Linda Evangelista even came to Manila to judge the event. Francine, then known as Anna Marie Falcon, was known for her unique looks. She was also quite tall, standing at 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 m).

Joining Beauty Competitions

At 14, she became a professional model. She joined Bodyshots Philippines and placed as a runner-up. This opened many doors for her in modeling. Francine also represented the Philippines in Miss South East Asia Peninsula International. She finished as the 2nd runner-up in this competition.

In 2003, she joined Binibining Pilipinas, a big beauty pageant. She made it to the Top 12. Later, she thought about joining Mutya ng Pilipinas. But she decided not to, as she was offered a contract by Seiko Films.

In 2010, Francine became the face of Ever Bilena Cosmetics. This is a well-known makeup brand.

Acting Career Highlights

Francine Prieto has played many roles in movies and TV shows. She became very well-known for her acting.

Breakthrough Roles in TV Series

Her biggest role came when she played Queen Avria in Etheria. This was the second part of the popular series Encantadia. She also showed her funny side in Bubble Gang, a comedy show where she was a regular cast member.

Around the same time, she played Queen Kuran. This was a villain role in Kamandag. She also had a supporting role in Codename: Asero as Aureana. In 2009, she played Sheila, another villain, in Ang Babaeng Hinugot Sa Aking Tadyang. She continued playing bad-guy roles in Mars Ravelo's Darna as Lucifera. She acted alongside Marian Rivera in that show.

Switching Networks and New Roles

After working with GMA-7 for many years, she moved to ABS-CBN in 2010. Her first role there was Mrs. Smith in Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo. She then played Imelda Fontanilla in Imortal, a supernatural show. She also had a main role in Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Alyna as Aida Natividad.

In 2016, Francine returned to GMA Network. She had a part in the TV series Oh, My Mama!.

Radio Presenting Ventures

Besides acting, Francine Prieto has also worked in radio. She was a radio presenter at DZMM TeleRadyo.

Hosting Radio Programs

She co-hosted a program called 'Ka-Date' with Bobby Yan. This show also aired on DZMM 630.

Francine Prieto's Personal Life

Francine Prieto's family life has seen some changes. She has siblings and is now married.

Family and Marriage

On March 26, 2010, Francine's mother, Amelia Falcon, passed away. She was 54 years old. Francine has a younger half-sister who lives in Norway. She also has an older half-brother and three younger half-siblings from her stepfather.

In 2015, Francine got engaged to Frank Shotkoski. He is an American molecular biologist. The couple got married a year later.

Francine Prieto's Filmography

Television and Digital Series

Film Appearances

Radio Shows