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Jhong Hilario
Hon. Virgilio V. Hilario, Jr.png
2019 campaign portrait
Member of the Makati City Council from the 1st district
In office
June 30, 2016 – June 30, 2025
Personal details
Born
Virgilio Viernes Hilario Jr.

(1976-08-11) August 11, 1976 (age 48)
Asingan, Pangasinan, Philippines
Political party Makatizens United Party
Other political
affiliations
United Nationalist Alliance (2015–21)
Spouse
Michelle Westgate
(m. 2005; div. 2024)
Domestic partner Maia Azores (2020–present)
Children 1
Residence Makati
Alma mater Arellano University (AB)
World Citi Colleges (MPA)
Occupation Actor, dancer, television host, politician

Virgilio "Jhong" Viernes Hilario Jr. (born August 11, 1976) is a famous Filipino actor, dancer, TV host, and politician. Many people know him as a member of the dance group Streetboys. He also served as a city councilor for Makati from 2016 to 2025.

Jhong Hilario is well-known for playing "bad guy" roles on TV. He was Gary David in the 2010 remake of Mara Clara. He also played Homer "Alakdan" Adlawan in FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. Today, he is a regular host on ABS-CBN's popular noontime show It's Showtime.

Early Life and Education

Jhong Hilario was born on August 11, 1976, in Asingan, Pangasinan. He went to elementary school in Makati. He finished high school through a special home study program in 1996.

In 2023, he graduated with honors from Arellano University. He earned a degree in political science. In 2024, he completed his master's degree in public administration from World Citi Colleges.

Career Highlights

Film and Television Work

Jhong Hilario began his career in 1993 as a dancer with the group Streetboys. He started acting in 1996.

He has appeared in several movies. These include Muro Ami (1999), where he played Butong, D' Anothers (2005), and Dekada '70 (2002).

In 2012, Jhong joined ABS-CBN's noontime show It's Showtime. He started as a judge and later became one of the main hosts.

From 2017 to 2019, he was part of the TV series FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. His role as Homer "Alakdan" Adlawan became one of his most famous characters. He left the show in 2019 to focus on his re-election campaign as a Makati councilor.

In 2021, Jhong was a contestant on Your Face Sounds Familiar (Season 3). He won the first two weeks but later left the competition for his family's safety.

In 2023, his team won the grand prize in It's Showtime's Magpasikat event. They donated their prize money to charity.

Political Career

Makati Subway Unveiling model
Jhong Hilario (right) with other officials viewing a model of the Makati Intra-city Subway project in 2018.

Jhong Hilario decided to run for city councilor in Makati in 2016. He was inspired by his father, who also served as a councilor.

He was re-elected in 2019 and again in 2022. In all these elections, he received the most votes. He finished his term as councilor in 2025.

Filmography

Television Shows

Year Title Role Notes
1999–2001 Rio Del Mar Rodel
Maynila Various roles
2000–2001 GMA Telesine Specials
Maalaala Mo Kaya Episode: Wedding Cake
2002–2003 Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay Ivan
2003–2004 Basta't Kasama Kita
2004 Spirits Kuya Dong
2006 U Can Dance Himself
Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko Ka Edgar
Maalaala Mo Kaya Big Boy Episode: Rugby
2007 Joel Episode: Rehas
Rex Ferrer Episode: Tren
Rounin Venom
2008 Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal Himself
Kung Fu Kids Kevin Marilao
2009 Maalaala Mo Kaya Romualdo "Lolong" Rubi Episode: Medal for Valor
2010 Showtime Himself Judge; voluntarily exited after 30 weeks
Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo Jason / Agustin
Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Tonyong Bayawak Nitoy
Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Clash 2010 Himself Guest judge
2010–2011 Emil Cruz Jr.'s Mara Clara Gary David Main Role / Antagonist
2011 ASAP Himself
You Got It 2
Gandang Gabi, Vice! Guest
Happy Yipee Yehey! "Waka Waka guest host with John Prats"
Maalaala Mo Kaya Sumalde Episode: Bisikleta
It's Showtime Himself Judge
The Price Is Right With Dimples Romana
Ikaw ay Pag-Ibig Alex
2012–present It's Showtime Himself Host
2013 Juan dela Cruz Poldo Special Guest / Antagonist
My Little Juan
Little Champ Lucas Caballero / Leon del Torro Jr. Main Role / Anti-Hero
Gandang Gabi, Vice! Himself Guest
2014 Ipaglaban Mo! Erwin Episode: Ako ang Biktima
2015 Matanglawin Himself Cameo
Walang Iwanan Kamlon Bautista Supporting Role / Anti-Hero
2017 Maalaala Mo Kaya Agustin "Isong" Batucan Episode: Sto. Niño
Ipaglaban Mo! Ely Episode: Hinala
2017–2019 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Homer "Alakdan" Adlawan Main Role / Antagonist
2019 Ipaglaban Mo! Tony Episode: Kalaguyo
2021 Your Face Sounds Familiar Himself Season 3, performer / contestant
2022 PIEnalo: Pera o Bayong Guest co-host
PIEnalo: Palong Follow Featured celebrity content creator
The Chosen One Actor-Mentor
2024 Family Feud (Philippine game show) Himself Celebrity Contestant / Guest
2023, 2025–present FPJ's Batang Quiapo young Don Gustavo Supporting role / Guest / Antagonist

Movies

Year Title Character/Role
1996 Istokwa Nestor
1998 Sa Pusod ng Dagat Luis
José Rizal Prisoner servant
1999 Muro Ami Botong
2000 Spirit Warriors Buboy
2001 Sa Huling Paghihintay
La Vida Rosa Boy Kulet
Bagong Buwan Jason
2002 Dekada '70 Willy
2003 Spirit Warriors: The Shortcut Buboy
2004 Kulimlim Ex-convict
2005 Nasaan Ka Man Nardo
D' Anothers Gorio
2006 Sukob Erning
2008 Caregiver Joseph
Iskul Bukol 20 Years After (Ungasis and Escaleras Adventure) Fernando
2009 Kinatay Abyong
Astig (Mga Batang Kalye)
Lola Bebong
2010 Noy Adik 1
Emir Boyong
2011 Segunda Mano Dindo
2012 The Healing Dario
2013 Boy Golden
2016 The Super Parental Guardians Val Santos
2017 Mang Kepweng Returns
The Ghost Bride Cameo
Ang Panday Sword guard
2019 3pol Trobol: Huli Ka Balbon! Rigor
2024 And the Breadwinner Is... Biboy Salvador

Personal Life

Jhong Hilario was previously married to theater actress Michelle Westgate. He has a daughter named Sarina Oceania with his partner Maia Azores, born in March 2021.

Awards and Recognitions

Jhong Hilario has received several awards and nominations for his acting and hosting work.

Year Award Category Work Result Ref.
2000 48th FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actor Best Supporting Actor Muro-Ami Nominated
23rd Gawad Urian Award for Best Supporting Actor Best Supporting Actor Nominated
16th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Best Supporting Actor Won
10th Young Critics Circle Awards Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role Nominated
2004 18th PMPC Star Awards Best Single Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya: Yellow Baby Nominated
2006 20th PMPC Star Awards Best Single Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bangka Nominated
2007 21st PMPC Star Awards Best Single Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya: Piso Nominated
2011 60th FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actor Best Supporting Actor Segunda Mano Nominated
25th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Drama Actor Mara Clara Nominated
2012 Golden Screen TV Awards Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series Nominated
26th PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Reality and Game Show Host It's Showtime Won
2014 37th Gawad Urian Awards for Best Actor Best Actor Badil Nominated
11th Golden Screen Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role Nominated
24th Young Critics Circle Awards Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role Won
2017 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Drama Supporting Actor of the Year Ang Probinsyano Nominated
2018 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Television Nominated
8th EdukCircle Awards Best Supporting Actor (TV Series) Won
2019 Golden Laurel Lyceans' Choice Media Awards Best Television Supporting Actor Won
3rd Guild of Educators, Mentors, and Students (GEMS) Best Male Performance in a Supporting Role Won
2020 4th Guild of Educators, Mentors, and Students (GEMS) Best Single Performance by an Actor Ipaglaban Mo: Kalaguyo Won
2022 Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards Favorite Musical/Variety Show Host It's Showtime Nominated
2024 Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actor And the Breadwinner Is... Nominated
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