Bassilyo

Lordivino Ignacio (born December 11, 1977), known professionally as Bassilyo, is a Filipino rapper, actor, singer and songwriter. The name Bassilyo is based on the character Basilio, from the novel Noli Me Tangere.

Career Bassilyo is a member of the Marikina-based hip-hop group Crazy as Pinoy, along with Crispin (Jeffrey Pilien) and Sisa (Muriel Anne Jamito). Their stage names are based on characters from José Rizal's 1887 novel Noli Me Tángere. In 2002, the trio, then known as Triangulo, won Rappublic of the Philippines, a contest for aspiring rappers on the variety show Eat Bulaga!. During their time at Eat Bulaga!, they were mentored by Francis Magalona.

Starting in 2012, Bassilyo competed in battle rap at the FlipTop Battle League, which he credits for his comeback.

Discography

Studio albums Discography Year Album Label 2013 Klassik UMG Philippines (then MCA Music)

Singles Singles Year Song Album 2013 "Lord Patawad" Klassik 2014 "Walang Kwentang Kanta"

Appearances Music videos "Ilusyon" (Abra feat. Arci Muñoz, 2013) "Nakakamiss" (Smugglaz, Curse One, Dello, 2014)

Television Year Program Role 2013 Ihaw Na Himself/Guest Wowowillie 2014 Umagang Kay Ganda Eat Bulaga! 2016–22 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano Pat. Dante "Bulate" Villafuerte2023 Magandang Buhay Himself/Guest 2023–26 FPJ's Batang Quiapo Teban 2025 Rainbow Rumble Himself/Contestant 2026–present Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (season 6) Sigabo Ipe

Awards and nominations