Ruru Madrid facts for kids
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Ruru Madrid
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Madrid in 2024
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José Ezekiel Misa Madrid
December 4, 1997 Zamboanga City, Philippines
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| Years active | 2012–present |
| Agent | Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2012–present) |
| Known for | Encantadia (2016) Lolong Running Man Philippines Sherlock Jr. Black Rider |
| Partner(s) | Bianca Umali (2018–present) |
| Family | Rere Madrid (sister) |
José Ezekiel Misa Madrid (born December 4, 1997), known to fans as Ruru Madrid, is a popular Filipino actor, singer, and host. He first became famous after competing in the talent show Protégé.
Madrid is best known for his exciting roles in several hit TV shows. He played the brave warrior Ybarro in the fantasy series Encantadia. He also starred as the main character in Lolong and as the hero Elias P. Guerrero in Black Rider. For his great acting, he has won many awards.
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Early Life and Family
Ruru Madrid was born in Zamboanga City, Philippines, to his parents Bong and Jackie Madrid. He grew up with two siblings, his sister Rara and his other sister, Rere Madrid, who is also an actress.
For his education, Madrid attended National Christian Life College in Marikina and finished high school there. He is also a member of the church Iglesia ni Cristo.
Since 2018, Madrid has been in a relationship with actress Bianca Umali.
Acting Career
Ruru Madrid's journey to stardom began in 2012 when he joined the TV talent competition Protégé: The Battle for the Big Artista Break. He finished as a runner-up, which opened the door for his acting career with the GMA Network.
His talent was recognized early on. In 2014, when he was just 15, he was nominated for Best Actor at the Singapore International Film Festival for his role in the film Above the Clouds. This showed that he was a rising star not just in the Philippines, but also in other countries.
Breakthrough Roles and Success
Madrid's fame grew even more when he landed the role of Ybarro/Ybrahim in the 2016 remake of the classic fantasy series Encantadia. His performance was so popular that he won the Best Drama Actor award at the PMPC Star Awards for Television in 2017.
He continued to star in major projects, including the action-packed series Lolong in 2022, where he played the title role. The show was a huge success. He also played the lead in Black Rider, a popular action drama.
Over the years, Madrid has won several other awards for his acting. In 2018, he won Best Single Performance by an Actor for an emotional episode of the drama show Magpakailanman. In 2024, he won Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival for the movie Green Bones.
Famous Works
Ruru Madrid has appeared in many movies and television shows. Here are some of his most well-known projects.
Popular Television Shows
- Encantadia (2016–2017) - He played Ybarro, a brave prince and warrior.
- Sherlock Jr. (2018) - He starred as the main character, Jack, who solves mysteries with his dog.
- Lolong (2022) - He played Lolong, a man who has a special bond with a giant crocodile.
- Running Man Philippines (2022) - He showed his fun side as a cast member in this popular game show.
- Black Rider (2023–2024) - He played Elias, a delivery driver who becomes a hero for his community.
Notable Films
- Bamboo Flowers (2013)
- Above the Clouds (2014)
- Cara X Jagger (2019)
- Video City: Be Kind, Please Rewind (2023)
- Green Bones (2024)
Music and Other Projects
Besides acting, Ruru Madrid is also a talented singer. He has recorded songs for some of his TV shows.
Singles
- Let The Love Begin (2015) - A duet with Gabbi Garcia for the TV series of the same name.
- Sa Yakap Mo (2018) - The theme song for his show Sherlock Jr..
- Nawawala (2019)
- Maghihintay (2020)
In January 2024, GMA Network also named him their Anti-Piracy Ambassador. In this role, he helps teach people about the importance of watching shows and movies legally.
