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Liana Pia Guanio Mago
Born
Liana Pia Coronado Guanio

(1974-10-24) October 24, 1974 (age 50)
Manila, Philippines
Alma mater University of the Philippines Diliman
Occupation Television presenter
Years active 1999–present
Spouse(s)
Steve Mago
(m. 2011)
Children 2

Pia Guanio Mago (born October 24, 1974) is a well-known television host from the Philippines. She used to be an anchor for Showbiz Central and 24 Oras. She was also a co-host on the popular show Eat Bulaga!. Currently, she hosts Kada Umaga on Net 25.

Pia Guanio's Career Journey

Pia Guanio started her career in entertainment in 1999. She first worked as a lively traffic reporter for a show called RoadWatch. Her energetic style caught the eye of Lakbay TV, a travel channel. This was the start of her exciting journey in television.

After working at Lakbay TV, Pia became one of the hosts for ABS-CBN's morning show, Alas Singko Y Medya. In 2003, she moved to GMA Network. There, she became a host on the popular noontime variety show Eat Bulaga!. She also became an anchor for the "Chika Minute" segment on 24 Oras, which shares the latest showbiz news. Pia also hosted talk shows like S-Files and Showbiz Central.

In 2015, Pia left 24 Oras after being with the program for 11 years. Iya Villania took over her role as the "Chika Minute" anchor.

In 2021, Pia also left Eat Bulaga! for personal reasons. In the same year, she joined Net 25. She now hosts their morning show, Kada Umaga.

Pia Guanio's Personal Life

Pia Guanio married businessman Steve Mago on October 1, 2011. They have two children together. Their first child, Scarlet Jenine, was born on August 30, 2012. Their second child, Soleil Brooklyn, was born on May 29, 2017.

Pia is also a board member of Best Buddies Philippines. This organization helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Pia is a strong supporter of social inclusion, which means making sure everyone feels welcome and included.

Pia Guanio's Film and TV Shows

Pia Guanio has appeared in both movies and television shows.

Movies Pia Guanio Appeared In

Year Title Role Notes
2003 Mr. Suave Special appearance
2006 Enteng Kabisote 3: Okay ka, Fairy Ko: The Legend Goes On and On and On Darling
2008 Dobol Trobol: Lets Get Redi 2 Rambol! Cameo role (brief appearance)
2009 Ang Darling Kong Aswang Aip
2009 A Mother's Story Special appearance

Pia Guanio on Television

As Herself (Host or Guest)

Year Program Notes
2001–2004 Alas Singko Y Medya As host
2002–2003 Magandang Tanghali Bayan As host
2003–2021 Eat Bulaga! As host, various segments
2003–2004 Digital LG Challenge As host
2004–2007 S-Files As host
2004–2015 24 Oras As Chika Minute anchor
2005 A Telefantastic Christmas
2005–2008 Ang Pinaka As host
2007 Bakekang As herself
2007–2012 Showbiz Central As host
2010 Beauty Queen As host
2010 Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Showdown As press conference host
2013–2021 Home Base Plus As host
2014 The Ryzza Mae Show As guest
2016 Kalyeserye As model on Yaya Dub's Fashion Show
2021–present Kada Umaga As host

As an Actress

Year Program Role Notes
2005 Special Eat Bulaga! Lenten drama special
2007–2009 Ful Haus Grace Palisoc Main cast
2014 Kulungan Kanlungan Aura Eat Bulaga! Lenten drama special
2015 Lukso ng Dugo Mildred Eat Bulaga! Lenten drama special
2016 Dalangin ng Ama Tanya Eat Bulaga! Lenten drama special
2017 Kapatid Ms. Buenaventura Eat Bulaga! Lenten drama special

Awards and Recognitions

Pia Guanio has been recognized for her work in television.

Year Association Category Work Result
2014 5th Golden Screen TV Awards Outstanding Female Host in a Musical or Variety Program Eat Bulaga! Nominated
2014 Dabarkads Awards 2014 Best Actress Kulungan Kanlungan Nominated
2015 Dabarkads Awards 2015 Best Actress Lukso ng Dugo Nominated
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