Justin

Justin de Dios (born July 7, 1998), known mononymously as Justin, is a Filipino performer, songwriter, visual artist, director, and actor. He is the main visual and sub-vocalist of the Filipino boy band SB19, which debuted in 2018. The group's initial struggles gave way to sudden success after they went viral in 2019, and their discography includes the album Get in the Zone and two extended plays (EPs). As SB19's creative director, Justin has directed several of their music videos and spearheaded their 2021 online concert Back in the Zone. He also directed the music videos for his solo songs "Kaibigan" and "Surreal", as well as "Misteryoso" by Cup of Joe.

In 2024, Justin made his acting debut as Jared in the mystery teen drama in Senior High. He played the role of Ec'naad in the 2025 fantasy series Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre.

Early life and education Justin de Dios was born on July 7, 1998 and grew up in Malabon, Metro Manila. Before SB19 was formed, Justin was in a dance crew with future bandmate Josh. In 2018, he graduated with honors from De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde with a degree in Multimedia Arts.

Career 2016–2020: Beginnings of SB19

ShowBT Philippines, a subsidiary of Korean company ShowBT, was conducting a talent search which would ultimately lead to the formation of SB19. Justin had only been doing a ShowBT dance workshop, but ended up becoming one of their trainees after auditioning for multiple companies. The candidates went to a rigorous South Korean-style training camp, which included vocal and dance classes, physical training and "personality development". Justin was simultaneously studying for his college degree. He found it difficult balancing studying and training, and he sometimes had to skip training to work on his thesis and learn the choreography by himself afterwards. At one point, he almost dropped out of college; his brother later said he cried in his room over having to decide. In 2016, the five members of SB19, include Justin, were selected. he has been dubbed their "visual", or most attractive member. Justin wrote and directed the animated music video of "Hanggang sa Huli" , one of the album's tracks. In March 2021, Justin storyboarded and directed the music video for SB19's single "What?". The group became the first Filipino act to be nominated for a Billboard Music Award when they became a contender for the fan-voted category Top Social Artist. Justin later co-led the EP's merchandise campaign, offering input on artists Irmay Ledesma and Bea Zaragoza's designs. SB19 began August with their online concert Back in the Zone, which was so well-received that it led to a replay. Justin directed the concert and did a solo performance covering Coldplay's song "The Scientist".

In May 2022, Justin surpassed one million followers on the social media platform TikTok and shared an unreleased original song titled "Parellel Universe". In July, he and members of his friends and family started Visar Society, a business selling products with a "nature-like aesthetic". He directed the music video for SB19's single "WYAT (Where You At)". At the 2022 PPOP Awards, Justin was named Pop Main Visual of the Year. the lead single off their second EP Pagtatag! . The song was a commercial success, while its popularity on TikTok helped introduce SB19 to viewers in other countries, such as the United States. Pagtatag! was released on June 9. That month, SB19 became self-managed after they established the company 1Z Entertainment.

2024–present: Solo debut

Justin debuted as a solo artist on February 29, releasing his first single titled "Surreal".

In 2024, Justin made his acting debut in the mystery teen drama Senior High as Jared, the prom date of Sanya (Gela Atayde).

Discography

Songwriting credits Year Artist(s) Song Album Lyricist Composer Credited With Credited With 2024 Justin "Kaibigan" "Surreal"

Videography

Television Year Title Role Notes 2024 Senior High Jared 2025Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre Ec'naad Special participation 2021"What?"5:23 2022"WYAT (Where You At)"4:53 2023"Gento"4:04 2024"surreal"4:17 "MOONLIGHT"3:03 "Room"5:08 "kaibigan"7:41 "Misteryoso"5:44 2026"Tabi"3:35 "dahon"4:41

Music videos TitleYearDirector(s)"Habangbuhay Pansamantala" (with Maki)2026Ingrid Ignacio-Termulo

Live performances

Awards and nominations