Luis Manzano facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Luis Manzano
Manzano in 2019
Born	Luis Philippe Santos Manzano (1981-04-21) April 21, 1981 (age 44) San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines
Other names	Lucky
Alma mater	De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde (BS)
Occupation	Actor host VJ comedian model
Years active	2002–present
Agent	Viva Artists Agency (2005–present)
Notable work	Pinoy Big Brother Family Feud Pilipinas Got Talent Minute to Win It World of Dance Philippines I Can See Your Voice
Political party	Nacionalista (2024–present)
Spouse(s)	Jessy Mendiola ​ (m. 2021)​
Children	1
Parent(s)	Edu Manzano (biological father) Vilma Santos (mother) Ralph Recto (stepfather)
Relatives	Ryan Recto (maternal half-brother)

Luis Philippe Santos Manzano (born April 21, 1981), also known by his nickname Lucky, is a famous Filipino actor, comedian, and television host. He is the son of well-known actors Edu Manzano and Vilma Santos. Luis is best known for hosting many popular TV shows on ABS-CBN, like Pilipinas Got Talent, Family Feud, and I Can See Your Voice. He also starred in the 2009 film In My Life.

Biography

Early Life and Education

Luis Manzano is the only child of Vilma Santos and Edu Manzano. He is also the second eldest son in his family.

For high school, Luis studied at Colegio de San Agustin. He then went to De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde in Malate, Manila. There, he earned a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Institution Management.

His Family

Luis's stepfather is Senator Ralph Recto, who is married to his mother, Vilma Santos. Luis has a younger half-brother named Ryan Christian Recto from his mother's side. From his father's side, Edu Manzano, Luis has two younger half-siblings named Addie and Enzo. His cousin, Andi Manzano, used to be a VJ for MTV Philippines and is now a radio DJ for Magic 89.9 FM.

His Career in Entertainment

Luis Manzano began his career as a model for the clothing brand "Human". Later, he started working as a TV host and actor. He is known for being one of the longest-serving VJs on the Myx channel, alongside Iya Villania.

He is well-known for his role as "Roldan" in the TV series Komiks Presents: Flash Bomba. He also played "Mark Salvacion" in the 2009 film In My Life, where he acted alongside his mother, Vilma Santos.

Luis is planning to run for vice governor of Batangas in the 2025 Philippine general election. He will be running against the current governor, Hermilando Mandanas.

Personal Life

Luis Manzano owns a taxi company called LBR Transport Inc.

He married actress Jessy Mendiola on February 21, 2021. Their civil wedding was held at The Farm in San Benito, Lipa City, Batangas.

On August 11, 2022, Luis and Jessy announced they were going to have their first child. Their daughter, Isabella Rose Tawile "Peanut" Manzano, was born on December 29, 2022.

The couple had a church wedding on February 15, 2024, in Coron, Palawan. Luis's parents, Edu Manzano and Vilma Santos, and Jessy's parents, Roger Tawile and Judith Mendiola, were there. Their daughter Rosie was the "little bride."

In May 2024, Luis had some medical tests for a lump on his neck. He was cleared of cancer, which was good news.

Filmography

Film Roles

Television Shows

Awards and Nominations

See also

In Spanish: Luis Manzano para niños