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Quick facts for kids Paulo Avelino
Avelino in Gapan, Nueva Ecija in 2015
Born	Michael Paulo Lingbanan Avelino (1988-05-13) May 13, 1988 (age 37) Baguio, Benguet, Philippines
Nationality	Filipino
Education	Saint Louis University
Years active	2006–present
Agent	Sparkle (2006–2011) Star Magic (2011–2022) ABS-CBN (2011–2024)
Children	1
Musical career
Genres	Pop OPM
Instruments	Vocals
Labels	Universal Records (2012)

Michael Paulo Lingbanan Avelino (born May 13, 1988) is a Filipino actor, singer, model, and film producer. He has starred in many popular TV shows. These include Walang Hanggan (2012), Bridges of Love (2015), and The General's Daughter (2019).

In movies, Paulo is well-known for playing Gregorio del Pilar. This was in the Philippine war movie Heneral Luna (2015). He played the same role again in the sequel, Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral (2018). Some of his other important films include Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay.

Early Life and Family

Michael Paulo Lingbanan Avelino was born on May 13, 1988. His birthplace was Baguio, Philippines. His father is Roberto Puigcerver Avelino. His mother is Jennilyn Lingbanan.

Paulo has three siblings: Honey, Gabriel, and Angela. He is the second oldest among them.

Career Journey

Starting Out: 2006–2010

Paulo Avelino started his acting career in 2006. He appeared on the GMA Network reality show StarStruck. After the show, he signed a contract with GMA. He took on many supporting roles for the network.

In 2007, he was in an episode of Magic Kamison. He also had small roles in Sine Novela and Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan. The cast of StarStruck 4 then got their own show. It was a youth comedy called Boys Nxt Door. Paulo played Peter in this series.

In 2008, he had a supporting role in Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita. This was a remake of an older movie. He also appeared in the TV series Gaano Kadalas ang Minsan and Luna Mystika. Paulo also made his first movie appearance in Desperadas 2.

In 2009, Paulo became a regular on the variety show SOP Rules. He also got bigger roles in two TV series. These were Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? and All My Life. He was also cast in the films Patient X and Ang Panday. In 2010, he was in Ilumina. He also took a lead role in Panday Kids. His last show for GMA Network was Alakdana.

Moving to ABS-CBN: 2011–2012

In mid-2011, Paulo Avelino moved to ABS-CBN. This network is also known as Kapamilya. He said he wanted to try new things as an actor. His first project as a Kapamilya actor was in the movie Aswang. He also appeared in Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow.

He first appeared on an ABS-CBN show in 100 Days to Heaven. He played a rich executive named Teddy Ledesma. He also appeared in Wansapanataym, Maalaala Mo Kaya, and Ikaw ay Pag-Ibig.

In 2011, Paulo played a challenging role in the film Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa. He won Best Actor at the Gawad Urian Awards for this role. In 2012, Paulo played Nathan Montenegro in the hit TV series Walang Hanggan. He also co-starred in the horror movie Shake, Rattle & Roll 14.

Besides acting, Paulo also started making music. He released his first album, Paulo Avelino, in 2012. It included six cover songs of classic Filipino hits.

Busy Years: 2013–2023

Paulo Avelino at the Ateneo de Manila University, February 2017, promoting I'm ..., I Love You.

In 2013, Paulo had roles in TV series like Kahit Konting Pagtingin. He also appeared in two Maalaala Mo Kaya episodes. He was also in the family drama Honesto.

His movie roles included two independent films: Debosyon and Sana Dati. He also starred in the romantic comedy The Bride and the Lover. He appeared in the romantic-comedy film Status: It's Complicated. In 2013, Paulo was in two movies for the Metro Manila Film Festival. These were the horror film Pagpag and a cameo in Kimmy Dora: The Quantum of Kiyeme.

In 2014, Paulo was part of the main cast of Sana Bukas pa ang Kahapon. He also starred in Give Love on Christmas.

In 2015, Paulo starred in the TV show Bridges of Love. He was also cast in On the Wings of Love. He also led two movies: Heneral Luna and the horror film Resureksyon.

In 2016, he was a guest villain in FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. He also starred in the movie The Unmarried Wife.

In 2017, Paulo starred in the TV series The Promise of Forever. He also appeared in two movies: I'm ..., I Love You and the musical film Ang Larawan.

In 2018, Paulo starred in the TV series Asintado and The General's Daughter. He also led two movies: Kasal and Goyo: The Boy General.

In 2020, Paulo starred in the TV series Walang Hanggang Paalam. He also starred in the movie Fan Girl.

In 2021, Paulo starred in the TV series Marry Me, Marry You.

In 2022, he continued his role in Marry Me Marry You Season 2. He also starred in Flower of Evil, a TV series based on a South Korean drama. He also had a movie with Janine Gutierrez called Ngayon Kaya.

In 2023, he starred in the TV series Linlang.

Since 2024: Working as a Freelance Actor

Paulo Avelino's contract with ABS-CBN and Star Magic ended in September 2024. Currently, Paulo manages his own career. He is working as a freelance actor. He is also talking with ABS-CBN about future projects. Even without a contract, Paulo is still considered a Kapamilya actor. He is set to work on a movie with Kim Chiu in 2025.

Personal Life

Paulo has a son with LJ Reyes.

In May 2018, Paulo started a relationship with Jodie Tarasek. She is a Filipino-Australian model.

On March 15, 2024, Paulo shared that he had a dislocated right shoulder. This happened while he was weightlifting.

Filmography

Television and Digital Series

Film Roles

Music Career

Music Videos

Single Music Releases

Awards and Recognitions