Rey Abellana
Rey "PJ" Abellana | |
|---|---|
| Born | Reynante Hofileña Abellana September 2, 1962 |
| Other names | PJ |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Spouse | Rea Reyes |
| Children | 6 (including Carla) |
| Relatives | Jojo Abellana (brother) |
Reynante Hofileña Abellana[2] (Tagalog pronunciation: [ʔɐbɛlˈjanɐ]; born September 2, 1962), professionally known as Rey "PJ" Abellana, is a Filipino actor[3] who is best known for his portrayal as PJ in the Philippine TV series Anna Liza in the 1980s.[4]
Abellana appeared in films such as Shake, Rattle & Roll (1984), Bukas Luluhod ang Mga Tala (1985), Oras-Oras, Araw-Araw (1990), Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) (1992) starring Rita Avila and Cristina Gonzales, Doring Dorobo (2000) with Eddie Garcia, Karanasan: The Claudia Zobel Story (1995) starring Sabrina M. and Emilio Garcia, Habang May Buhay (1996) starring Ian de Leon and Donna Cruz, and Birthday Gift 2 (2000) starring Sabrina M.
He also appeared on GMA Network series are Anna Liza from 1980 to 1985 as PJ, others including ABS-CBN TV series Krystala with Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo, and Rubi topbilled by Angelica Panganiban. He played a special role in Dahil Sa Pag-ibig starring Piolo Pascual, Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin starring Gerald Anderson, then Ang Probinsyano topbilled by Coco Martin and I Left My Heart in Sorsogon starring Heart Evangelista and Richard Yap.
He married Rea Reyes, his co-star in Anna Liza[5] but has since annulled their marriage.[6] One of their children is Filipina actress Carla Abellana.[7][8]
Political views
In 1986, Abellana campaigned for the reelection of president Ferdinand Marcos in the 1986 snap election.[9]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Lukaret | |
| Iiyak Ka Rin | ||
| Hayop sa Ganda | ||
| Summer Holiday | ||
| Daddy Knows Best | ||
| 1984 | Sa Ngalan ng Anak | |
| Sex Education | ||
| Goodah!!! | ||
| Dear Mama | ||
| Daddy's Little Darlings | ||
| Bukas Luluhod ang Mga Tala | Dante Mandresa | |
| Chikas | ||
| Mga Ibong Pipit | ||
| The Punks | ||
| Bulaklak ng Apoy | ||
| Kapag Baboy ang Inutang | ||
| Shake, Rattle & Roll | Paolo / Ibarra | |
| 1985 | Lilac: Bulaklak sa Magdamag | Perting |
| Zuma | ||
| Miguelito: Batang Rebelde | Roy | |
| Hindi Mo Ako Kayang Tapakan | ||
| Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso? | Jeffrey | |
| 1986 | The Graduates | |
| 1987 | Forward March | Wally |
| Feliciano Luces: Alyas Kumander Toothpick, Mindanao | ||
| Stolen Moments | Fiedo | |
| Pasan Ko ang Daigdig | Tony | |
| Anak ni Zuma | ||
| 1989 | Valentina | |
| Delima Gang | Pedring Delima | |
| Jessa: Blusang Itim 2 | ||
| Ang Babaeng Nawawala sa Sarili | ||
| Oras-Oras, Araw-Araw | ||
| 1990 | Kahit Konting Pagtingin | Robert |
| Kolehiyala | Ronald | |
| Mga Birhen ng Ermita | ||
| Bakit Ikaw Pa Rin? | ||
| Tayo Na sa Dilim | ||
| Smokey Mountain (Mga Banyaga sa Sariling Lupa) | ||
| Hukom .45 | ||
| 1992 | Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) | |
| Sana Kahit Minsan | ||
| Canary Brothers ng Tondo | Romeo | |
| Patayin si Billy Zapanta – Order of Battle: Enemy No. 1 | ||
| Takbo... Talon... Tili!!! | ||
| 1993 | Kumusta Ka, Aking Mahal? | |
| Paniwalaan Mo | ||
| Doring Dorobo: Hagupit ng Batas | Rene Damian | |
| 1994 | Johnny Tiñoso and the Proud Beauty | |
| Mayor Cesar Climaco | ||
| 1995 | Bocaue Pagoda Tragedy | |
| Silakbo | Leopoldo Natividad/David | |
| Karanasan: The Claudia Zobel Story | ||
| Bunso: Isinilang Kang Palaban | Doctor Mike Cordero | |
| Pamilya Valderama | Clemen | |
| Kakaibang Karisma | Rico | |
| 1996 | Habang May Buhay | |
| To Saudi with Love | Ruel | |
| Trudis Lilit | ||
| Virgin Island | ||
| Unang Tibok | ||
| 1997 | Pilya | |
| Sambahin ang Puri Ko | ||
| Anak ng Yakuza | ||
| Babasaging Kristal | ||
| Siya'y Nagdadalaga | Berto | |
| May Gatas Pa sa Labi | ||
| 1998 | Karinyosa | Dino |
| Pisil | ||
| 1999 | Kalaro | Leonardo Avellana |
| Saka Natin Itanong Kung... Kasalanan! | ||
| 2000 | Birthday Gift 2 | |
| Tumbador | Ponso | |
| 2001 | Blondie 2 | Gerard |
| Panabla | Alex Almendras | |
| Uubusin Ko Ang Bala sa Katawan Mo | Roman Sagrado | |
| 2003 | Boldstar | Sidro |
| www.XXX.com | ||
| 2004 | Bcuz of U | Cara's dad |
| Kirot sa Dibdib | ||
| 2010 | In Your Eyes | Storm's dad |
| 2013 | Bad Romance | Mr. Eduardo Villapando |
| 2014 | The Replacement Bride | |
| 2015 | Felix Manalo | Victor Danao |
| Maria Labo | ||
| 2017 | DAD: Durugin ang Droga | |
| Si Tokhang at ang Tropang Buang | ||
| This Time I'll Be Sweeter | Abner | |
| 2018 | Dito Lang Ako | Ama ni Nelia |
| To Love Some Buddy | Mr. Buan | |
| 2020 | I, Will: The Doc Willie Ong Story | Psychiatrist |
| 2022 | PaThirsty | Roger |
| Mamasapano: Now It Can Be Told | PSI Ryan Pabalinas | |
| 2023 | Nagalit ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak | Jose C. Cartaño |
| 2024 | Idol: The April Boy Regino Story | |
| TBA | Heneral Bantag: Anak ng Cordillera |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1980–85 | Anna Liza | PJ |
| 1991 | Young Love, Sweet Love | Various |
| 2003–2004 | May Puso ang Batas | Rodrigo |
| 2004 | Krystala | Martin |
| 2009 | SRO Cinemaserye: Carenderia Queen | Brigido |
| 2010 | Rubi | Ignacio Cardenas |
| 2010 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents: You're Mine, Only Mine | Alfonso Bernardo |
| 2010 | Langit sa Piling Mo | Juanito Flores |
| 2010 | Pablo S. Gomez's Juanita Banana | Boy Dimaguiba |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Baunan | Danny |
| 2011 | Wansapanataym: Christmas Caroline | Dado |
| 2012 | Dahil sa Pag-ibig | Marlon Rivero |
| 2013 | Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin | Jimmy Suarez |
| 2014 | More Than Words | Emil Fuentes |
| 2015–16 | Dangwa | Carlos Guinto |
| 2015 | Because of You | Conrado Marquez |
| 2016 | Alyas Robin Hood | Leandro Torralba |
| 2018 | FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Lorenzo Alano |
| 2018 | Ngayon at Kailanman | Alfred Consuelo |
| 2019 | Hanggang sa Dulo ng Buhay Ko | Ross |
| 2019 | Wagas: Wait Lang, Is This Love? | Rex |
| 2021–22 | I Left My Heart in Sorsogon | Patricio Estrellado |
References
- ^ "Proud Ilongga Carla Abellana loves coming home to Iloilo, Negros".
- ^ Francisco, Butch. "This is Showbiz #50: Did you know that Rey "PJ" Abellana had more romantic chapters than most other leading men?".
- ^ Erece, Dinno (February 3, 2009). "FIRST READ ON PEP: Newcomer Carla Abellana to portray Pinay Rosalinda". PEP.ph. Philippines: Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc. Archived from the original on February 18, 2009. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ^ Hallig, Lester Gopela (July 28, 2009). "A Quick Trip to the 80s". The Philippine Star. Philippines: PhilStar Daily, Inc. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ^ Vera Cruz, Greggy (January 28, 2010). "Carla Abellana: TV's Newest Sweetheart 80s". The Philippine Star. Philippines: PhilStar Daily, Inc. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ^ Almo, Nherz (February 5, 2021). "Rey "PJ" Abellana opens up on his failed marriages, "Huwag na huwag n'yo akong tularan"". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved July 4, 2021.
- ^ Bonifacio, Julie (January 13, 2014). "Rey 'PJ' Abellana discourages daughter Carla from getting married yet". GMA News. Philippines: GMA Network. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ^ San Diego Jr., Bayani (March 21, 2012). "Carla still a Kapuso". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Pilipinas: Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc. Retrieved May 20, 2014.
- ^ "More stars join KBL campaign". Philippine Daily Inquirer. The Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc. January 30, 1986.
AS THE Feb. 7 election nears, more and more showbiz personalities have signified their support for the KBL campaign.
External links
- Rey Abellana at IMDb