Jomari Yllana

José María "Jomari" Garchitorena Yllana (born August 16, 1976) is a Filipino actor, model, racing driver, concert producer, promoter, and politician.

He rose to fame as one of the members of 1990s teen group "Gwapings" together with Mark Anthony Fernandez, Eric Fructuoso, and later with Jao Mapa.

Two of his films, Diliryo (Delirium) and Sa Pusod ng Dagat (The Heart of the Sea) were presented at the 1997 and 1998 Toronto International Film Festival respectively. Diliryo was released through MAQ Productions, directed by Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes, and starred Giselle Toengi as Yllana's leading lady. Sa Pusod ng Dagat starred Marilou Diaz-Abaya, Elizabeth Oropesa, and Chin Chin Gutierrez.

Career Yllana appeared in several TV shows for ABS-CBN and GMA networks. In 2009, Yllana starred in Zorro, and became a contestant in Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition. Also, Yllana played Alex Dorantes in Rosalinda opposite with Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann and starred in the movie Yaya and Angelina: The Spoiled Brat Movie with Michael V., Ogie Alcasid and ex-wife Aiko Melendez.

Currently, Yllana remains a freelance actor.

Other works Aside from being an actor, Yllana also was a successful commercial and promotional model for the Bench clothing line.

Currently, Yllana together with controversial politician Ronald "Ronnie" Singson, heads the Fearless Productions, a joint business venture which produces and promotes concerts in the Philippines for international and local artists.

Politics In the 2016, Yllana ran for councilor of 1st District of Parañaque and won. He was re-elected in 2019 and in 2022.

Personal life Yllana has brothers in showbiz: comedian-actors Anjo (older brother) and Ryan (younger brother). Yllana is the former husband of actress/politician Aiko Melendez, whose marriage was annulled, He and Melendez remain good friends and maintain a good co-parenting relationship.

Yllana and his former live-in partner reportedly also have two sons. Ara Mina and Pops Fernandez. Yllana and Almeda reunited in 2019.

On November 5, 2023, a private wedding of Yllana and Almeda was held in Little White Chapel in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. A church wedding is set in Naga by following year.

Filmography Film Regal Shocker The Movie: Aparador (1989) Hihintayin Kita sa Langit (1991) as Young Gabriel Emma Salazar Case (1991) as Leo Shake, Rattle & Roll III: Ate (1991) as Delinquent Mahal Kita Walang Iba (1992) as Ruben Gwapings: The Adventure (1992) Mahal Kita, Walang Iwanan (2000) as Bodgie Most Wanted (2000) Katayan (2000) Gatas... Sa Dibdib Ng Kaaway (2001) Minsan Pa (2004) as Jerry Sigaw (2004) as Bert Enteng Kabisote 4: Okay Ka Fairy Ko...The Beginning of the Legend (2007) as Jose Rizal Yaya and Angelina: The Spoiled Brat Movie (2009) as Mr. A Ikaw ang Pag-ibig (2011) as Dr. Joey Lucas The Healing (2012) as Robert

Television Year Title Role Type of Role(s) 1991–1998 Palibhasa Lalake Jomari 1992 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Payaso 1995–2000 ASAP Himself / co-host / Performer 2000 Eat Bulaga! Himself / co-host Kiss Muna Third 2001 Kool Ka Lang Bal 2002 Sana ay Ikaw na Nga Paulo 2003 Hawak Ko ang Langit Julian 2004 Te Amo, Maging Sino Ka Man Rodelio 2005 Kampanerang Kuba Martin De Vega 2007 Mars Ravelo's Lastikman Mang Ninoy / Morphino 2008 Palos Alessandro Canavaro Maalaala Mo Kaya: Dagat Freddie Philippines Scariest Challenge Host Lovebooks Presents Various 2009 Zorro Diego Dela Vega Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition Himself / Contestant Rosalinda Alex Dorantes Sana Ngayong Pasko Young Pablo 2010 Claudine: Present Madrasta Alejandro Imortal Roman Rodriguez Supporting cast Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Kapitan Inggo Carlos Salazar Main cast 2012 E-Boy Miguel Villareal Main Cast / Anti-Hero 2013 Indio Young Tarong Special Participation Kakambal ni Eliana Emmanuel "Eman" Dominguez Main Cast / Protagonist Juan dela Cruz Young Julian "Lolo Juls" dela Cruz Special Participation 2014–2015 The Half Sisters Benjamin 'Benjie' Valdicañas / Mang Tonyo and Noli de Santos Main Cast / Protagonist

Awards Year Award-Giving Body Category Work Result 1996 Metro Manila Film Festival Best Actor Kakit Kailan: Love Forgives