Hello April, hello summer, and hello April babies! It’s a jam packed month of Pinoy celebrity birthdays. And they’re sharing it with a lot of prominent historical figures worldwide. Some of these people include the historical painter Leonardo da Vinci, the genius playwright William Shakespeare, and even the famous Adolf Hitler (yikes!). These Pinoy celebs turning a year older this April are also lucky enough to celebrate their birthday in the month of spring (in other countries at least) which symbolizes hope and love. So, mark your calendars, and let’s do hope your favorite Pinoy celebs celebrating their birthday this month are getting all the hope and love they deserve.
Pinoy Celebs Turning A Year Older This April
1. Kim Chiu
Kim Chiu has definitely come far from her PBB days. From acting to music to modeling, this chinita princess has definitely been grinding. Now, she’s back to her roots as one of the hosts of Pinoy Big Brother Otso with another former PBB housemate Melai Cantiveros. And she is happily in a relationship with actor Xian Lim. This woman already seems to have everything but, Kim is only turning the great young age of 29 this April 19.
2. Elmo Magalona
The Heir of Rap and the son of famous rapper-songwriter Francis Magalona is celebrating his 25th birthday near the end of April on the 27th. And like his dad, he has already made marks in the music industry. He remade one of his dad’s songs which he renamed “Kaleidoscope World Forever More.” And he also joined Janella Salvador in the soundtrack “Born For You” which ranked number 1 in iTunes Philippines. The genes just seem to run in this family. And Elmo is far from stopping the music.
3. Angel Locsin
Another star in our list of wonderful April babies is Angel Locsin who will be turning 34 this April 23. Just recently, netizens were petitioning for her to take on the role of the first Marvel Filipino superhero Wave come the time a movie comes for her. Sadly, Angel has denied all rumors of her connection to the new superhero. Fortunately, we still get to see her in action in the primetime TV series The General’s Daughter. And if plans will be made, we might also have to look forward to another one of her awesome action flicks this time with teen star Nadine Lustre.
4. Felix Roco
Actor Felix Roco hasn’t been our typical and usual face on screen for the past year. But, you might remember him from his superb acting in the Venice film festival double award film Engkwentro. He was also in director Brilliante Mendoza’s hit film Ma’ Rosa and Mendoza’s controversial TV series Amo which centers on the war on drugs. This superb actor along with his twin Dominic Roco will be celebrating their birthday this coming April 12.
5. KC Concepcion
One of first Pinoy celebs turning a year older this April is singer-actress KC Concepcion who’s turning 34 just like Locsin on April 7. KC has a long list of songs, movies, and series under her belt. However in 2016, she chose to take a step back and focus her efforts on being the country’s National Ambassador Against Hunger for the United Nations. She also put up “KC’s Closet,” an online shop to support her advocacy. Currently, she’s busy with her jewelry business “Avec Moi” as well as satisfying her travel cravings all over the world.
6. Richard Gomez
Joining KC Concepcion for an April 7 birthday is veteran actor turned politician Richard Gomez. Before his run as the mayor of Ormoc city, Richard was having quite the run in showbiz. The actor was host to the Philippine edition of Family Feud. Then he proceeded to reunite with ex-girlfriend Dawn Zulueta in hit teleserye Walang Hanggan. And afterward, he starred in Madam Chairman and then in You’re My Home. This year, Richard is turning 53.
7. Paul Salas
The youngest star in our list of Pinoy celebs turning a year older this April is none other than Kapuso Star Paul Salas. As of April 16, he’ll be jumping into the young adulthood age of 21. After his debut in StarStruck Kids, he went on to star in shows like Mulawin and Kung Fu Kids. But, after spending 9 years in ABS, the young actor decided to come back to GMA last year. Now, he’s playing something different from the usual goody two shoes he played before in Kara Mia as Chino, a standoffish athlete.
8. Luis Manzano
Over the years, Luis Manzano has earned his spot as one of the top TV show hosts and actors here in the country. And now, he will be celebrating his 38th birthday on April 21. He and girlfriend Jessy Mendiola have been hounded by questions of when they’ll tie the knot ever since last year. However, the couple has answered that it’s not a matter of if but only a matter of when. And according to Luis, he would want to prepare a better future for them both before settling down. So, it’s settled. We’ll be hearing wedding bells soon, we just have to wait.
9. Ryan Agoncillo
Like many stars in this list, Ryan Agoncillo also started out on showbiz quite early on in life. Now, he’s going on about almost 25 years in the industry. And soon, on April 10, he’ll be celebrating his 40th birthday. Not only that but, he and his wife Judy Ann Santos will also be celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary on April 28.
10. Albert Martinez
Last but not least on our list of Pinoy celebrities turning a year older this April is veteran actor Albert Martinez. He’s set to celebrate his 58th birthday this coming April 19, same day with Kim Chiu. Even though he’s near the end of his fifties, the actor is unstoppable and his projects just keep on coming. He was recently in Bagani, Ang Probinsyano, La Luna Sangre, and The Good Son. Now, he’s on The General’s Daughter. He is also now a grandfather to his daughter Alyanna’s baby Adalynn Riley.