Gabby Concepcion

Gabriel Arellano Concepcion (; born 5 November 1963) is a Filipino actor, singer and businessman. He began his show business career in the 1980s as a teen commercial model and is known for his debonair career in Philippine cinema.

He is currently an exclusive actor of GMA Network and exclusive talent of Sparkle GMA Artist Center 2x GAWAD Parangal Best TV Actor Award, 3x PMPC Stars for Television Best Actor Award, He was a Dean's List at Lincoln University.

On 23 September 1984, Concepcion married actress Sharon Cuneta at the Manila Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in a grand televised wedding ceremony attended by former President Ferdinand Marcos and Imelda Marcos, whom both served as their nuptial sponsors. The Catholic wedding was officiated by the former Archbishop of Manila, Cardinal Jaime Lachica Sin and Monsignor Augusto Pedrosa.

Concepcion is the great—grandson of the Filipino painter and architect Juan Arellano.

Career Concepcion first appeared as a model in a 1980 Close-Up toothpaste TV commercial. He later starred in the Regal Films production Katorse (English: Fourteen). From 1980 to 1995, he made 80 films and had several modeling and endorsement advertisements.

On 13 November 1988, Concepcion left for the United States despite not yet finishing his scenes for the film Pahiram ng Isang Umaga (English: "Let Me Borrow the Twilight"), directed by Ishmael Bernal, causing the film's intended release date of December 25 (for the 1988 Metro Manila Film Festival) to be moved next year.

In 1995, he migrated to the United States for a real estate career in Stockton, California. In 2008, he returned part-time to Philippine show business.

Politics In 1986, Concepcion campaigned alongside his former wife Sharon Cuneta for the re—election bid of former Philippine president Ferdinand Marcos in the 1986 Philippine presidential election.

In 1988, he ran for mayor of San Juan, but was not successful.

Personal life Concepcion was married to: Sharon Cuneta — (1984–1987) Daughter: Singer and actress, Maria Kristina Cassandra "KC" Concepcion. Genevieve Yatco Gonzales — (2004–present) Daughters: Samantha Alexis and Savannah Concepcion.

Concepcion partnered with: Grace Ibuna (1989) Daughter: Creative musician, Maria Gabrielle Concepcion.

Filmography Film Year Title Role Note(s) 1980 Katorse Gabby Under-Age Gary 1981 Bihagin: Bilibid Boys Butch Totoo Ba ang Tsismis? Gabriel Burgis Juni Locsin Dear Heart Jimmy Hello, Young Lovers Tony Lara P.S. I Love You Mark 1982 My Only Love Billy Miracle of Love Gabriel Boystown Bobet 1983 I'll Wait for You (Even If It takes Forever) Gabby Cruz Pepe en Pilar Pepe Don't Cry for Me, Papa Nonoy Always in My Heart Gary Story of 3 Loves Benjie 1984 Dapat Ka Bang Mahalin? Lito The Best of Sharon & Gabby (docufilm) Himself Sa Hirap at Ginhawa Arnold Zaragoza Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday Eddie 1985 Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso? Aldrin Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang Principe Amante segment "Sleeping Beauty" 1986 Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow Neil 1987 Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa Efraim Asawa Ko, Huwag Mong Agawin Mike Ledesma Bakit Iisa ang Pag-ibig Louie 1988 Rosa Mistica Dio segment "Mga Dilaw Na Rosas ni Rosario" Bukas Sisikat Din ang Araw Gerry Nagbabagang Luha Alex Montaire Sa Puso Ko Hahalik ang Mundo Benjie Tuazon 1989 Gorio en Tekla Danny Pahiram ng Isang Umaga Manuel Domingo Kokak Leo Jessa: Blusang Itim Part II Manolo Rosenda Robbie Huwag Kang Hahalik sa Diablo Crisanto 1990 Bakit Ikaw Pa Rin? Paul Hahamakin Lahat Renato Kaaway ng Batas Rafael Aleta 1991 Pakasalan Mo Ako Dodie Pangako ng Puso Alfred Kislap sa Dilim Dick The Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting Gary Sgt. Gabo: Walang Patawad Kung Pumatay Sgt. Gabo Kailan Ka Magiging Akin Ramir Macalincag Makiusap Ka sa Diyos Allan Una Kang Naging Akin Nick/Darwin 1992 Tayong Dalawa Tonchi Sinungaling Mong Puso Roman Ong-Chiong True Confessions (Evelyn, Myrna & Margie) Warren Bakit Ako Mahihiya? Joey The Good, the Bad & the Ugly Gabriel Ayoko Na Sanang Magmahal Nick Kailangan Kita Gerry Narito ang Puso Ko Dr. Louie Chavez 1993 Kapag May Gusot Walang Lusot Sam Allan Kung Ako'y Iiwan mo Felix Martin Mancao Joey De Leon 1994 Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin Dave Loretta Richard Eloriaga Iukit Mo sa Bala Rico Velez Ang Ika-Labing Isang Utos: Mahalin Mo, Asawa Mo Roy 1996 Kristo Juan Bautista 2009 I Love You, Goodbye Dr. Adrian Benitez 2010 I'll Be There Pocholo "Poch" dela Cerna White House Jet 2011 Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow Gary 2012 The Mommy Returns William 2013 A Moment in Time Steve Linden When the Love Is Gone Emmanuel "Emman" Luis 2014 Diary ng Panget Cross' Dad/Mr. Sandford 2015 Crazy Beautiful You Mayor Ito Alcantara Felix Manalo Eraño Manalo 2017 Across the Crescent Moon Johnny Garcia 2019 Man and Wife Carding

Television Year Title Role Notes 1993–2001 Star Drama Presents Gerardo Episode guest 2008 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Taxi BertASAP Himself Iisa Pa Lamang Rafael TorralbaMain role / ProtagonistThe Buzz Himself Guest 2009 May Bukas Pa Ricardo Elive Entertainment Himself Guest 2009–2010 Dahil May Isang Ikaw Jaime Alferos Lead role 2010 Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo Steve S. Sebastian 2011 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Bulaklak ManuelEpisode Guest Regal Shocker: Elevator Tony Salvacion 2011–2012 P.S. I Love You Mark Roxas Main role 2012 Bandila Himself / Guest Segment: Ikaw Na! 2012–2013 Kahit Puso'y Masugatan Miguel De Guzman Main role / protagonist 2013 Cassandra: Warrior Angel Azrael Main role / antagonist Uriel / Ariel Main Role / Protagonist Bukas na Lang Kita Mamahalin Martin Dizon Special participation Banana Nite Himself 2014 Mars Ravelo's Dyesebel Dante Montilla Supporting cast 2015 Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman Himself Guest Sunday PinaSaya! 2015–2016 Because of You Jaime Salcedo Main role / protagonist 2016 Idol sa Kusina Himself Guest co-host Poor Señorita Jaime Salcedo Guest cast (a crossover character from Because of You) Pepito Manaloto Reggie Episode guest Dear Uge Dante MercadoBubble Gang Himself Magpakailanman: Finding Earl: The Dollente Family Story Ernest 2016–2017 Tsuperhero Sergeant Cruz Supporting role / protagonist 2016–2018 Ika-6 na Utos Capt. Jerome "Rome" Fuentebella / Jordan "Chef J" Francisco Main role / protagonist 2017 Karelasyon Romeo Episode guest Sarap Diva Himself Guest Wowowin Magpakailanman: May Forever Ariel Cruz Episode guest 2018 Celebrity Bluff Himself Master Bluffer Magpakailanman: Ibalik Mo Sa Akin Ang Anak Ko Raul Episode guest 2019 Love You Two Joaquin 'Jake' Reyes Jr. Lead cast / protagonist 2020 Dear Uge: My Dream Girl Roy Episode guest 2021 First Yaya Vice President Glenn Francisco W. Acosta Main cast / protagonist 2022 First Lady President Glenn Francisco W. Acosta 2023; 2024 All-Out Sundays Himself Guest performer 2023–2024 Stolen Life Darius Rigor Main cast / protagonist 2024 My Guardian Alien Carlos Soriano/Jesus Leading role with Marian Rivera 2025 My Father's Wife Robert Rodriguez Main Cast / Protagonist / Antagonist

Awards and nominations Awards and Nomination Year Award-giving body Category Nominated work Results 1990 14th Gawad Urian Awards Best Actor Pahiram ng Isang Umaga 1991 15th Gawad Urian Awards Best Actor Hahamakin ang Lahat 1992 16th Gawad Urian Awards Best Supporting Actor Makiusap Ka sa Diyos 1993 17th Gawad Urian Awards Best Actor Narito ang Puso Ko 1992 40th FAMAS Awards Best Actor Una Kang Naging Akin 1992 40th FAMAS Awards Best Supporting Actor Kislap sa Dilim 1993 41st FAMAS Awards Best Supporting Actor Sinungaling Mong Puso 1992 3rd Young Critics Circle Awards Best Performance Narito ang Puso Ko 1992 3rd Young Critics Circle Awards Best Performance Tayong Dalawa 2008 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Single Performance by an Actor Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Taxi" 2009 35th Metro Manila Film Festival Best Actor I Love You, Goodbye 2010 58th FAMAS Awards Best Actor I Love You, Goodbye 2016 6th OFW Gawad Parangal Best Actor Because of You 2016 64th FAMAS Awards Best Supporting Actor Crazy Beautiful You 2017 12th Seoul International Awards Asian Star Prize Ika-6 na Utos

Discography Albums Date Title Label Songs 2008 Gabby Concepcion Warner Music Philippines "Iisa Pa Lamang", "Nakapagtataka", "When I Met You", "Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga", "Come What May", "Ako Pa Ba?", "Just Once", "Give Me a Chance", "Kung Kailangan Mo Ako", "Hanggang", "Please Forgive Me", "Manila-Awitin Mo Isasayaw Ko" January 28, 2010 Unforgettable Warner Music Philippines "Moon River", "Can't Take My Eyes Off You", "Put Your Head on My Shoulder", "I Have Told You Lately That I Love You", "Smile", "Unforgettable", "Reminiscing", "You've Got a Friend", "Sunday Morning", "Cool Change", "How Did You Know?", "Sway", "Save the Last Dance for Me", "Fly Me to the Moon", "It's Over Now"