Wally Bayola facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wally Bayola
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Bayola (left), Jose Manalo and Paolo Ballesteros in August 2024
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Walter James Bayola
May 3, 1972 Naga, Camarines Sur, Philippines
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| Years active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Kalyeserye Co-host of Eat Bulaga! |
| Spouse(s) | Riza Bayola |
| Children | 5 |
Walter James "Wally" Bayola (born May 3, 1972) is a famous Filipino comedian and actor. Many people know him for playing Lola Nidora and other fun characters in the Kalyeserye part of the TV show Eat Bulaga!. He often works with his co-hosts Jose Manalo and Paolo Ballesteros. Together, they are known as JoWaPao and appear in the "Juan for All, All for Juan" part of the show.
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Early Life and School Days
Wally Bayola grew up in Naga, Camarines Sur. He was raised by his great-uncle, who was a priest, in a church convent. This happened because his father went to the United States for work, and his mother was still studying. After his great-uncle passed away, his grandmother took care of him.
Wally went to Ateneo de Naga University for college. Later, he moved to Naga College Foundation. There, he received a scholarship because he was a member of the school's theater club.
Wally's Career Journey
Before becoming a TV star, Wally Bayola had many different jobs. He worked as a storekeeper and also hosted at a sing-along bar. He was even part of a band and performed as a comedian at a comedy bar.
Joining Eat Bulaga!
Wally was discovered while performing at a comedy bar. He then became a host for the popular TV show Eat Bulaga! on May 3, 2000, which was also his 28th birthday! He soon formed a funny comedy team with Jose Manalo.
Other TV Shows and Movies
In 2011, Wally Bayola joined a new comedy show on TV5 called The Jose & Wally Show Starring Vic Sotto. He starred alongside Jose Manalo, Vic Sotto, and Jimmy Santos. Wally also appeared in movies from Star Cinema with Vic Sotto, like Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak! and Enteng ng Ina Mo. He even promoted his films on ABS-CBN shows such as The Buzz and ASAP.
Concerts and Awards
Wally Bayola and Jose Manalo held their first big concert on March 2, 2012. It was called Jose and Wally Show: A Party for Juan and All and took place at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. They had another successful concert at the same place in 2013.
In 2014, Wally won the Best Supporting Actor award at the Dabarkads Awards. He also performs regularly at Klownz and Zirkoh Comedy Bars.
Famous Roles in Kalyeserye
After returning to Eat Bulaga!, Wally Bayola became very well-known for his roles in the "Juan for All, All for Juan: Problem Solving" segment. He played Doktora Dora de Explorer.
Lola Nidora and Other Characters
He became even more famous for his characters in the Kalyeserye segment. These included Donya Nidora Esperanza Zobeyala de Explorer, also known as Lola Nidora. He also played Duhrizz de Explorer (Duh) and Rihanna, a helper at Lola Nidora's house. Wally was also part of the Sunday midday comedy show Sunday PinaSaya with Jose Manalo, Marian Rivera, and Ai-Ai delas Alas.
Wally's Family Life
Wally Bayola has been married to Riza Bayola since he was 20 years old. They have five children together. In 2016, he welcomed his first grandchild into the family.
Filmography
Movies
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 1997 | Daniel Eskultor: Hindi Umaatras sa Laban | |
| 2003 | Lastikman | Wally |
| Fantastic Man | ||
| 2004 | Enteng Kabisote: Okay ka, Fairy Ko: The Legend | |
| 2005 | Ispiritista: Itay, May Moomoo! | Wally |
| Enteng Kabisote 2: Okay Ka Fairy Ko: The Legend Continues | ||
| 2006 | Oh My Ghost! | |
| Enteng Kabisote 3: Okay Ka, Fairy Ko: The Legend Goes On and On and On | ||
| 2007 | Enteng Kabisote 4: Okay Ka Fairy Ko...The Beginning of the Legend | |
| 2008 | Dobol Trobol: Lets Get Redi 2 Rambol! | Bogart |
| Scaregivers | Bob | |
| Iskul Bukol 20 Years After (Ungasis and Escaleras Adventure) | Sting | |
| 2009 | Patient X | |
| Love on Line | Bok | |
| 2010 | Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote | Bodyguard Bogart |
| 2011 | Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak! | Phil |
| Enteng ng Ina Mo | Bodyguard Bogart | |
| 2012 | Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako | |
| D' Kilabots Pogi Brothers Weh?! | Bruno Kilabot | |
| 2014 | My Big Bossing's Adventure | Barangay Captain |
| 2015 | My Bebe Love | Lola Nidora |
| 2016 | Enteng Kabisote 10 and the Abangers | Nini/Lola Nidora |
| 2019 | Mission Unstapabol: The Don Identity | Bruno Hunyango |
Television Shows
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2000–present | Eat Bulaga! | Himself |
| 2005 | H3O: Ha Ha Ha Over | Himself |
| I Laugh Sabado | ||
| 2009 | Cool Center | |
| SRO Cinemaserye Presents: Reunion | ||
| Wow Hayop | Himself | |
| 2010 | My Darling Aswang | Bal |
| Laugh Or Lose | ||
| Pepito Manaloto | Dodong | |
| 2011 | R U Kidding Me? | |
| 2012 | The Jose and Wally Show Starring Vic Sotto | Wally Revilla |
| 2012–2013 | Celebrity Bluff | Himself / Celebrity Gangnammm |
| 2013 | Magpakailanman: Behind The Laughter: The Wally Bayola Story | Himself |
| Vampire ang Daddy Ko | Dong | |
| 2014 | Hakbang ng Pangarap: Eat Bulaga Lenten Special | Galo |
| 2015 | Pinagpalang Ama: Eat Bulaga Lenten Special | Win-Win |
| Sabado Badoo | Herself (cameo) | |
| 2015–2019 | Sunday PinaSaya | Himself |
| 2015 | CelebriTV | Himself (guest) |
| Starstruck | Coach Cynthia (guest judge) | |
| 2016 | Kaputol ng Buhay: Eat Bulaga Lenten Special | Lola Nidora |
| God Gave Me You: Eat Bulaga Lenten Special | Lance | |
| 2016–2017 | Hay, Bahay! | Sikat / Romualdo Del mar |
| 2018 | Pamana | Nanay Nunal |
| 2018–2023 | Daddy's Gurl | Marikit Otogan / Matilda |
| 2020–2021 | Bawal Na Game Show | Himself (host) |
| 2021 | Fill in the Bank | Himself (guest player) |
| 2021–present | Balita One Nan | Himself (host) |
| 2023–2024 | Wow Mali Doble Tama | |
| 2024 | Selda ng Kahapon: Eat Bulaga! Lenten Special | Maximo |
Awards and Recognitions
Wally Bayola has received many awards for his talent in comedy and hosting. Here are some of them:
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Work | Result |
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| 2012 | 43rd Box Office Entertainment Awards | Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award (with Jose Manalo) | N/A | Won |
| Most Popular Male Novelty Singer (with Jose Manalo) | Shembot & Jump Brothers songs | Won | ||
| Certified Comedy Concert Artist | Jose & Wally: A Party for Every Juan | Won | ||
| 2013 | 44th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Popular Novelty Singers (with Ryzza Mae Dizon & Jose Manalo) | Cha-Cha Dabarkads song | Won |
| Male Concert Performers of the Year | Jose & Wally Concert: A Party for Juan and All | Won | ||
| 2014 | Dabarkads Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Eat Bulaga! Lenten Special Presents: Hakbang Ng Pangarap | Won |
| 2015 | 1st Catholic Social Media Awards | Catholic Social Media Inspirational Award for promoting virtues, values, chivalry, modesty, morality and respect for elders (with Maine Mendoza, Alden Richards, TAPE Inc. & Eat Bulaga!) | Eat Bulaga!: Kalyeserye | Won |
| 28th Aliw Awards | Best Stand-Up Comedian | Eat Bulaga! | Nominated | |
| Illumine Awards | Most Innovative TV Comedian | Won | ||
| OFW Gawad Parangal | Favorite Actor and Comedian | Won | ||
| Eastwood City Walk of Fame | Walk of Fame Star Inductee | N/A | Inducted | |
| 29th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Male TV Host | Eat Bulaga! | Nominated | |
| 2016 | USTv Students' Choice Awards | Special Recognition for Social Media Phenomenon | Eat Bulaga!: Kalye Serye (with Jose Manalo and Paolo Ballesteros as Kalye's Angels) | Won |
| Platinum Stallion Media Awards | Trinitian Awardee for Values-Oriented TV Character | Won | ||
| 47th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Bert Marcelo Lifetime Achievement Award (with Jose Manalo, and Paolo Ballesteros) | N/A | Won | |
| 3rd PEP List Awards | Editors' Choice: Male Comedy Star of the Year | Eat Bulaga! | Won | |
| 29th Aliw Awards | Best Stand-Up Comedian | Nominated | ||
| 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Comedy Actor | Hay, Bahay! | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Wally Bayola para niños
