Elle Villanueva

Janelle Louise Villanueva (born February 18, 1996) is a Filipino actress, dancer, model and endorser who is currently signed under GMA Network's talent agency Sparkle. She is best known for her leading role in Return to Paradise, Makiling (2024), and Apoy sa Dugo (2026).

Early life and education Villanueva dreamed of pursuing an acting career, but she finished her studies first at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde, earning her bachelor's degree in Tourism and graduated from BS Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management courses.

Career She started out as a commercial model,

After signing a contract with GMA Artist Center (now Sparkle) in 2020, Villanueva finally made her acting debut in a Magpakailanman episode. aside from Magpakailanman, she has also appeared in more of GMA's anthologies such as Dear Uge, My Fantastic Pag-ibig, Tadhana, and Regal Studio Presents.

In 2022, Villanueva gained recognition when she portrayed the role of Eden and being paired with Derrick Monasterio in Return to Paradise. She considered it a biggest break in her career.

Other ventures Business Villanueva opened her first business as co-owner of Nailandia, a franchise nail spa with Ysabel Ortega and Sophia Senoron as business partners, her co-stars and friends in the live-action drama series Voltes V: Legacy. Nailand is located on Quezon City.

Personal life Villanueva has been dating actor Derrick Monasterio since 2023.

Filmography Television Year Title Role 2020 Magpakailanman: A Scandalous Crime Marlyn Imbestigador: 20th Anniversary Special Elizabeth "Baby" Yumping 2021 Magpakailanman: Rape Victim, Ikinulong? Apple My Fantastic Pag-ibig: Invisiboi Thea Magpakailanman: Prisoners of Love Evelyn Barretto Dear Uge: The Bwisitor Rufa Magpakailanman: Boxer and His Scholar Mylene "Mai" Borbon Tadhana: Hating Kapatid Carol Dear Uge: My Special Delivery Baby 2022 Return to Paradise Eden "Yenyen" Sta. Maria-Ramos Regal Studio Presents: Mekaniko si Monica Monica 2023 Regal Studio Presents: Sana Tayo Na Eunice Regal Studio Presents: Love Me in 7 Days Cathy Magpakailanman: Mag-asawa, Ginayuma DessaHearts on Iceyoung LibayHappy TogetherSnowZero Kilometers AwayMalaya Voltes V: Legacy Eva SanchezTadhana: ReunionRebecca Regal Studio Presents: Bride to Be Ashley 2024 Makiling Amira Lirio Magpakailanman: The 19-Day Bride Gemma VillamarRegal Studio Presents: Groovy LolaLollyPulang ArawKumander LiwaywayIt's Showtime Herself 2025 Lolong: Pangil ng Maynila Tamara "Tetet" MelendezEncantadia Chronicles: Sang'greAgua Sanggang-Dikit FR Lara 2026 Apoy sa Dugo Vanessa Sangalang-Panganiban

Film Year Title Role 2023 Voltes V: Legacy - The Cinematic Experience EvaShake, Rattle & Roll Extreme Raye