Judy Ann Santos
Judy Ann Santos is a Filipino film and television actress known for her role in the series Mara Clara.
TV Actress
May 11, 1978
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Judy Ann Santos is a celebrated Filipina actress who has left an indelible mark on the Philippine entertainment industry. She is widely acclaimed for her exceptional performances in teleseryes like “Mara Clara,” “Esperanza,” and “Ang Probinsyano,” as well as her notable roles in films such as “Ploning,” “Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo,” and “Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo.” Santos has received numerous awards, including multiple FAMAS Awards, PMPC Star Awards for Movies, and a Gawad Urian Award. As a UNICEF National Ambassador, she is also recognized for her philanthropic efforts in promoting children’s rights.
Over the years, Santos has continued to enchant audiences with her diverse talents. She has appeared in classic shows like “Ipaglaban Mo,” “Esperanza,” “Gimik,” and “Judy Ann Drama Special.” Her most iconic role was in the long-running teleserye “Mara Clara,” which aired from 1992 to 1997 and cemented her status as one of the Philippines’ most popular actresses. Alongside Claudine Barretto and Jolina Magdangal, she was also acknowledged as one of the ABS-CBN teen queens of the ’90s.
In addition to acting, Santos has explored hosting, singing, and cooking. She has hosted the reality show “I Do” and published her own cookbook, “Judy Ann’s Kitchen.” A licensed scuba diver, Santos has pursued her passion for diving, even embarking on diving trips with her husband, Ryan Agoncillo.
With a career spanning over two decades, Judy Ann Santos remains a cherished figure in the Philippine entertainment industry. Her talent, adaptability, and philanthropic endeavors have solidified her reputation as one of the country’s most popular and esteemed actresses.