Emilio Daez

Franco Emilio Banzon Daez (; born March 9, 2000) is a Filipino actor, host, and social media personality. He is best known for his role in the television drama Pamilya Sagrado.

He is currently under the management of Star Magic. He is the younger brother of actor and content creator Mikael Daez.

Daez attended Ateneo de Manila University from grade school to college, earning a degree in Management Engineering. Before his transition to showbiz, Daez worked as an investment banker in the Bank of the Philippine Islands for almost two years.

Acting career In 2022, Daez made his first television appearance as a guest on Family Feud Philippines. He gained significant attention after becoming the second celebrity contestant to win the one million jackpot prize on ABS-CBN's game show Rainbow Rumble.

In 2025, Daez was introduced as a housemate in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition. He placed 15th in the edition and exited the house alongside his duo partner, Michael Sager. In later episodes, he briefly returned as a house challenger.

In July, Daez starred in his first lead role in the youth-oriented sports series, Love at First Spike. In an interview, he revealed that he was chosen from among 50 other actors who auditioned for the part. To prepare for his role as Uno, he trained with professional athletes, including coaches from the Philippine men's volleyball team and teams in the Premier Volleyball League.

Other ventures

Business Before entering showbiz, Daez founded SanEm Corporation in January 2021, a supplier of safety footwear to AAA construction firms in the Philippines. According to KFC Philippines General Manager Jojo Marcelo, Daez "represents the modern KFC spirit— kind-hearted, friendly, cool, and charming," and reflects "a distinctly Filipino vibe" that aligns with the company's modernization efforts.

Personal life Daez describes himself as an extrovert. He expressed that he loves meeting and talking to people in a Metro Artist Spotlight interview.

Acting credits Film +Key Denotes films that have not yet been released + Year Title Role 2025Romance Reboot Enzo Bar Boys: After School Ziggy Nicardo 2026 Tayo sa Wakas Mookie

Television +Key Denotes shows that have not yet been aired + Year Title Role 2022 Family Feud Philippines Contestant 2024Pamilya SagradoLeon Arevalo Jr. Rainbow Rumble Contestant iWant ASAP Main Host 2025 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition Housemate Love at First Spike Uno Santillan Idol Kids Philippines Host It's Showtime Guest performer 2025–2026 Roja Bogs Lim 2026 The Secrets of Hotel 88 Juan Soliman Blood vs Duty PO3 Mark Vinluan

Music videos Year Title Artist 2024 "Kung Naging Tayo" Alexa Ilacad