Gladys Reyes

Gladys Reyes-Sommereux (born June 23, 1977), is a Filipino actress, television presenter, entrepreneur, and comedian. She began a career as a child actress after joining Little Miss Philippines segment of Eat Bulaga! in 1984 and rose to fame after playing Clara, the lead antagonist from the classic television series Mara Clara.

Early life and education Reyes was born on June 23, 1977. She is an alumna of New Era University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Mass Communications. She plans to continue studying for the unfinished course.

Acting career Known by the alias Primera Kontrabida, Gladys Reyes had her big break with the 1990s soap opera Mara Clara, as Clara, which was later portrayed by Julia Montes in the hit remake of the same name.

Reyes is recognized as one of the most celebrated actresses who plays antagonist roles in Philippine television. Her acclaimed films and soap operas has earned her accolades including a Gawad Urian Award, PMPC Star Award for Television and a "Best Actress" trophy at the 1st Summer Metro Manila Film Festival. In 2011, she was appointed as a board member of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).

Personal life Reyes started a relationship with fellow actor Christopher Roxas, her co-star in the Mara Clara soap opera, in 1992. She married on January 23, 2004, at the INC Central Temple in Tandang Sora, Quezon City. They expect to be first child. Later, she had a miscarriage due to a blighted ovum. They had a second child and their first daughter, named Gianna Aquisha, on July 11, 2008. They had a third child and their second son, named Grant Carlin, on November 20, 2010. They had a fourth child and their third son, named Gavin Cale, on May 10, 2017.

Reyes is a member of Iglesia ni Cristo.

Acting credits Film +Key Denotes films that have not yet been released + Year Title Role 1984 Baby Tsina Elena's Baby 1985 Muling Buksan ang Puso Sandra 1986 Nakagapos na Puso Young Elisa Boy Paltik Triggerman Nanette Captain Barbell Kidnap Victim 1988 Afuang: Bounty Hunter Ablyn Afuang Ambush Ging 1989 SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats Young Dambu 1996 Sana Naman Noreen Mara Clara: The Movie Clara del Valle/Davis Ang Titser Kong Pogi Auntie Kung Alam Mo Lang Mechie 1997 Isinakdal Ko Ang Aking Ina Carol Minsan Lamang Magmamahal Pinky Sa Kabilugan ng Buwan Michelle Anak ng Dilim Adela Miranda 1998 Ikaw na Sana Angela Rosales I'm Sorry, My Love Sylvia Kasal-kasalan (Sakalan) Angel 1999 Weder-Weder Lang 'Yan Girlie Pepeng Agimat Viola 2001 Tabi-tabi Po! Minerva 2002 May Pag-ibig Pa Kaya? Pilar Cass & Cary: Who Wants to Be a Billionaire? Attorney Juliet Biyahera Lilia 2010 Petrang Kabayo Pregnant Kalesa Passenger 2012 This Guy's in Love with U Mare! Terry2013Barber's TalesSusan 2015 Felix Manalo Avelina Manalo 2016 Die Beautiful Beth Villar 2018 Ang Dalawang Mrs. Reyes Betsy 2023 Here Comes the Groom Salve Apag Nita 2024And the Breadwinner Is... Mayet Salvador 2025One Hit Wonder Ester Kontrabida AcademyMath Teacher

Television / Digital Series +Key Denotes shows that have not yet been aired + Year Title Role Notes 1984 Little Miss Philippines Little Miss Metro Manila 1986 That's Entertainment Co-Host / Performer 1992–1997 Mara Clara Clara del Valle / Clara Davis 1995–2003 ASAP Co-Host / Performer 1997–1998 Ikaw na Sana Angela Rosales 1998 Ganyan Kita Kamahal Gwen Wansapanataym Episode: "Tita-La, Tito-Lo, Niñang, at Niñong" 1999–2001 Saan Ka Man Naroroon Melissa Baldamesa 2000 Wansapanataym Episode: "Madyik Pinggan ATBP." Episode: "Kusinero Kuno" Episode: "Babe Damulag" 2001 Episode: "Magic Headband" !Oka Tokat Veronica Episode: "Multo in the Mountain" 2001–2002 Recuerdo de Amor Maningning Muerto / Leila 2002–2003 Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan Ruella Agbayani 2002 Wansapanataym Episode: "Swapped!" 2003 Wansapanataym Episode: "Gayuma" 2004 Marinara Tara Wansapanataym Episode: "Tatlong Prinsesa" Episode: "Esep-Bata" 2004–2007 Bahay Mo Ba 'To? Kelly Mulingtapang 2006–2007 Bakekang Deborah Yokohama 2007–2008 Sine Novela: My Only Love Pearl 2008 Tasya Fantasya Mateng 2008–2009 LaLola Iris Diaz 2009 Only You Dorina Sanchez 2009–2010 George and Cecil Miriam Macabanta 2010 Habang May Buhay Clarissa Briones 2011 Guns and Roses Diana Montano-Alvaro Ikaw ay Pag-Ibig Mrs. Dizon Wansapanataym Mylene Episode: "Unli-Gift Box" 2012 Wako Wako Isay Gaudencio 2012–2013 Enchanted Garden Dolores 2012 Nay-1-1 Host Wansapanataym Mrs. Quintin Episode: "Ballpen de Sarah Pen" 2013 Home Sweet Home Agoncillia Caharian Magpakailanman Sonia Episode: "Ang tatay kong beki" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Pyra: Babaeng Apoy Susan del Fierro 2014 Kambal Sirena Barrakuda 2014–2015 Basta Every Day Happy Host 2014 Magpakailanman Nanay Lydia Episode: "Persia: Asong kanal" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" My BFF Mercedes 2015 Let the Love Begin Maricar "Katy" Fernandez / DJ Katy Fairy 2015–2016 Little Nanay Vivian San Pedro 2016 Poor Señorita Lydia dela Cruz Dear Uge Bella Episode: "Ang triplets ng Tres Marias" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Alma Episode: "Ang tunay na buhay ni Antonietta" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Oh, My Mama! Inday Bartolome Dear Uge Margie Episode: "Maid in China" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" 2017 Hay, Bahay! Chef Michelin Dear Uge Saling Episode: "Ang Swerte nga Naman" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Ipaglaban Mo! Cristy Magpakailanman Gloria Episode: "Batik: Ang Santa Claus ng Tarlac" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" 2018 Tadhana Rica Episode: "Nanny Knows Best" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Humpty Mommy Episode: "Ang kuwento ni Humpty Dumpty" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Inday Will Always Love You Amanda Melendez Dear Uge Mommy Episode: "Twin kasama kita" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Mama Episode: "Kakabog-kabog, kakadog-kadog" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Dear Uge Gloria Episode: "Merry Mamshies" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Tadhana Josie Episode: "Hostage" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" 2019 TODA One I Love Dyna Tuazon-Generoso† Supporting Cast / Antagonist Wish Ko Lang! Nicole Daddy's Gurl Malou Manay Episode: "Teacher Petmalu" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Petra Episode: "The Amazing Adventures of Super Ging, and Harvey Part 1 / 8" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Imbestigador Sanny Sevilla-Oandasan Tadhana Gina Episode: "Bangkay" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Dear Uge Mildred Episode: "Mama madrama" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Imbestigador Teresita Chavez Wish Ko Lang! Merly Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay Na Kwento Aileen Dear Uge Nancy Episode: "Bahay-bangayan" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" Imbestigador Regina Romano 2019–2020 Madrasta Elizabeth Ledesma 2020 Dear Uge Linda Episode: "No Kiss, All Tell / Chis-Miss Labandera" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" 2021 Pepito Manaloto: Ang Unang Kwento Aling Rosa Generoso 2022 Tadhana Martina Fortuna-Valdemor Episode: "Hanggang Kailan" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" 2023–2024 Black Rider Sasha Buenaventura† 2023 Wish Ko Lang! Bernadette "Berna" Asuncion Episode: "Exchange Gift" Credited as "Gladys Reyes" 2024 Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy Ang Kwento Sasha "Madam Sasha" Buenaventura (guest) Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Morgana "Nushi G." Go / Morgana Go (de jure) 2025 Maka Chin-Chin 2025–2026Cruz vs Cruz Hazel Capistrano-Cruz† 2026 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0 Houseguest (Day 109)

Accolades Year TV Award/Critics Award Result 2013 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Celebrity Talk Show Host Moments 2013 Eastwood City Walk of Fame Walk of Fame Awardee 2015 38th Gawad Urian Awards Best Supporting Actress (Magkakabaung) 2016 42nd Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actress (Die Beautiful) 2017 1st EDDYS (Entertainment Editors' Awards) Best Supporting Actress (Die Beautiful) 2017 35th Luna Awards Best Supporting Actress (Die Beautiful) 2023 Metro Manila Summer Film Festival Best Actress