Rey "PJ" Abellana | |
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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 movies like 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]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]Year | Title | Role | Production company |
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1983 | Lukaret | ||
Iiyak Ka Rin | |||
Hayop sa Ganda | |||
Summer Holiday | |||
1984 | Sex Education | ||
Dear Mama | |||
Bukas Luluhod ang Mga Tala | Dante Mandresa | ||
The Punks | |||
Bulaklak ng Apoy | |||
Shake, Rattle & Roll | Paolo / Ibarra | Athena Productions | |
1985 | Lilac, Bulaklak sa Magdamag | Perting | Regal Films |
Miguelito | Roy | ||
Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso? | Jeffrey | Viva Films | |
1986 | The Graduates | Regal Films | |
1987 | Forward March | Wally | |
Feliciano Luces: Alyas Kumander Toothpick, Mindanao | Vista Films | ||
Stolen Moments | Fiedo | Regal Films | |
Pasan Ko ang Daigdig | Viva Films | ||
Anak ni Zuma | Cine Suerte | ||
1989 | Valentina | Lea Productions | |
Delima Gang | Pedring Delima | Bonanza Films | |
1990 | Oras-Oras, Araw-Araw | Viva Films | |
Kahit Konting Pagtingin | Robert | ||
Kolehiyala | Ronald | ||
Mga Birhen ng Ermita | Golden Lions Film Productions | ||
Bakit Ikaw Pa Rin? | Viva Films | ||
Tayo na sa Dilim | Cine Suerte | ||
Hukom .45 | Kelly Ellis Films International | ||
1992 | Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) | Seiko Films | |
Sana Kahit Minsan | |||
Canary Brothers of Tondo | Romeo | ||
1993 | Doring Dorobo | Rene Damian | |
1995 | Pamilya Valderama | Clemen | |
Karanasan: The Claudia Zobel Story | Venus Films | ||
Bunso: Isinilang kang Palaban | Doctor Mike Cordero | OCTOARTS FILMS | |
Kakaibang Karisma | Rico | Viva Entertainment | |
1996 | Habang May Buhay | Viva Films | |
To Saudi with Love | Ruel | Premiere Productions | |
Trudis Lilit | Merdeka Films | ||
Virgin Island | Classic Films | ||
Unang Tibok | Leo Films | ||
1997 | Sambahin ang Puri Ko | Kara Films | |
Pilya | Taurus Films | ||
Anak ng Yakuza | Leo Films | ||
Babasaging Kristal | Astar Films | ||
Siya'y Nagdadalaga | Berto | Amaritz Films | |
May Gatas Pa sa Labi | Kara Films | ||
1998 | Karinyosa | Dino | Solar Films |
Pisil | Seiko Films | ||
1999 | Kalaro | Leonardo Avellana | Solar Films |
2000 | Birthday Gift 2 | El Niño Films | |
Tumbador | Ponso | ||
2001 | Blondie 2 | Gerard | |
Panabla | Alex Almendras | ||
Uubusin Ko Ang Bala sa Katawan Mo | Roman Sagrado | ||
2003 | Boldstar | Sidro | Wild World Entertainment |
www.XXX.com | Maverick Films | ||
2004 | Bcuz of U | Cara's Dad | Star Cinema |
Kirot sa Dibdib | Jalan Films | ||
2013 | Bad Romance | Mr. Eduardo Villapando | |
2014 | The Replacement Bride | ||
2015 | Felix Manalo | Victor Danao | |
Maria Labo | |||
2017 | This Time I'll Be Sweeter | Abner | |
2018 | Dito Lang Ako | Ama ni Nelia | |
To Love Some Buddy | Mr. Buan | Black Sheep | |
2020 | I, Will: The Doc Willie Ong Story | Psychiatrist | ALW Films Productions Ricketts Productions |
2022 | PaThirsty | Roger | Viva Films The IdeaFirst Company |
2023 | Nagalit ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak | Jose C. Cartaño | White Eagle Films Production |
TBA | Heneral Bantag: Anak ng Cordillera | Mecca Films[9] |
Television
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "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.
- ^ De Guzman, Perry (May 21, 2023). "Heneral Bantag (Anak ng Cordillera)". Facebook. Facebook, Inc.
Written & Directed by Perry De Guzman
External links
[edit]- Rey Abellana at IMDb