Jim Paredes facts for kids
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Jim Paredes
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Jaime Ramon Misa Paredes
August 30, 1951 |
| Alma mater | Ateneo de Manila University |
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| Spouse(s) | Lydia Mabanta |
| Children | 3, including Ala Paredes |
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| Years active | 1969–present |
| Labels | Universal Records |
| Associated acts | APO Hiking Society |
Jaime Ramon Misa Paredes (born August 30, 1951), known as Jim Paredes, is a famous Filipino singer, songwriter, TV host, writer, and actor. He is best known as a member of the popular musical group APO Hiking Society. This group also included Danny Javier and Boboy Garovillo.
Jim Paredes is seen as a very important person in Original Pilipino Music (OPM). OPM is music made by Filipinos. His mother, Ester Paredes Jimenez, was a strong supporter of human rights. She worked against strict government rules during a time called martial law.
One of Jim Paredes' most famous songs is Handog ng Pilipino sa Mundo. He wrote this song with many other artists. It became the special song for the peaceful People Power Revolution. This event helped change the government in the Philippines. The song's words are even carved on a wall at the EDSA Shrine. This is a chapel that remembers the revolution.
Some of Jim Paredes' other well-known songs include When I Met You, Panalangin, Batang-Bata Ka Pa, Yakap sa Dilim, Mahirap Magmahal Ng Syota Ng Iba, San' Na Nga Ba'ng Barkada Ngayon, Blue Jeans, and Nakapagtataka.
Jim Paredes on TV and in Movies
Jim Paredes has appeared in many TV shows and movies. He has been a host, a judge, and an actor.
Television Shows
- Sa Linggo nAPO Sila (1990-1995) - He was a host on this show.
- Tatak Pilipino (1990-1994) - He also hosted this program.
- 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (1995-1998) - Another show where he was a host.
- Search for the Star in a Million (2005) - He was a judge helping to find new singing talent.
- Pinoy Dream Academy (2006) - He was the headmaster, guiding young artists.
- Maalaala Mo Kaya (Episode: "Kalapati", 2010) - He acted as Don Pepe.
- Pilyang Kerubin (2010) - He played Ronaldo Esteban.
- A Beautiful Affair (2012) - He acted as Stephen Saavedra.
- Pyra: Ang Babaeng Apoy (2013) - He played Don Del Fierro.
- Give Love On Christmas Presents: The Exchange Gift (2014) - He was part of this Christmas special.
- FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (2021) - He played PGen. Eduardo Singson, the Chief of PNP.
Movies
- EDSA 1986: Mga Tinig ng Himagsikan (2006)
- Di Ako lsa Ba Nyo (2019)
Jim Paredes' Albums
Jim Paredes has also released his own music albums.
- Ako Lang (1996)
- Laro (2011)
See also
In Spanish: Jim Paredes para niños
