Karylle

Ana Karylle Padilla Tatlonghari-Yuzon (born March 22, 1981), known mononymously as Karylle, is a Filipino actress, television host, singer, and businesswoman. Having achieved mainstream success across stage, screen, and music, her accolades include four Awit Awards, an Asian Television Award, two MTV Pilipinas Music Award, a New York Festivals International TV and Film Award, and a Star Award for Television, including nominations from Monte Carlo Festival, Aliw Awards and Golden Screen Awards.

Born and raised in Manila, Philippines, Karylle first ventured into theater musical in 2000 and played several supporting roles in film and television. She rose to stardom after playing Sanggre Alena in the drama fantasy series Encantadia (2005). She reprised her role in the succeeding sequels and crossover such as Etheria (2005), Mulawin: The Movie (2005) and Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas (2006). It was followed by the theatrical release of the blockbuster film Moments of Love (2006), which she starred with Iza Calzado and Dingdong Dantes. She returned to stage and appeared in two major productions: Cat in the Hat (2007) and West Side Story (2008), garnering praises from the critics. Following her transfer to ABS-CBN, she made several appearances in television shows such as Nasaan Ka Maruja? (2009) and Dahil May Isang Ikaw (2009), which earned a nomination at the International Emmy Awards.

In 2010, she played a supporting role in the horror film Dalaw and became one of the mainstay host of the long-running noontime show It's Showtime the following year. She was cast as one of the lead in the Singaporean TV series The Kitchen Musical, earning her a bronze medal for "Best Performance" at the New York Festivals and a "Best Actress" nomination at the Monte Carlo Festival. On screen, she appeared in several international productions such as Point of Entry (2012) and P.I. (2017), as well as in the fantasy film Mystified (2019), which earned a nomination at the Asian Academy Creative Awards. On theaters, she appeared in more stage productions in the following years including Rodgers and Rama Hari (2012), Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (2013), Carousel (2022) and The Sound of Music (2023) among others.

As a recording artist, Karylle has released six studio albums since 2001. According to PARI, her most successful releases include the platinum-sellers Time for Letting Go (2009), Roadtrip (2011), and the gold-certified albums Time to Shine (2001) and K (2013). The song she co-wrote with Jerome Hughes, Pabigyan Ng Puso, won "Best Original Song" at the 30th Metro Manila Film Festival for the movie Mano Po III: My Love. Her musical work have earned her nominations from Asian Television Awards, Awit Awards and Star Awards for Music. Philanthropically, she has been active in supporting the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) and charity organizations like White Cross Orphanage and ChildHaus.

Early life and education Ana Karylle Padilla Tatlonghari was born on March 22, 1981, in Manila to Zsa Zsa Padilla, a singer-actress and Dr. Modesto Tatlonghari. She is the granddaughter of boxing referee Carlos Padilla Jr. Her parents separated when she was six years old. Karylle has two half-sisters, Nicole and Zia Quizon, from her mother's relationship to actor and comedian Dolphy.

Karylle completed her grade school at O.B. Montessori Center in Greenhills, San Juan where she was class valedictorian. She then went to Saint Pedro Poveda College for her secondary education, where she finished with a service medal for extra-curricular and volunteer works. She began taking formal ballet lessons at the age of three and continued until she was fifteen. In college, Karylle took up a Bachelor of Science degree in management, majoring in communications technology management, at the Ateneo de Manila University, where she made the Dean's list numerous times. She graduated in 2002.

Acting career 2000–2004: Early works

In 2000, Karylle made her acting debut in the stage musical Little Mermaid, in which she played Princess Sapphire. Her performance in the Trumpets production is known to have been her breakthrough in show business.

In 2001, Karylle began appearing on television. She became a co-host and performer in GMA Network's variety show SOP.

From 2002 to 2004, Karylle took on a series of supporting roles in both films and television series. Her film debut was in Ang Agimat: Anting-anting ni Lolo, an official entry for the 28th Metro Manila Film Festival. In television, she made her first appearance in the drama series Twin Hearts, portraying the character Iris. Initially scheduled for only a week, the show's producers were impressed with the chemistry between Karylle and actor Dingdong Dantes, leading them to ask her to take on another character, Jade. The success of Twin Hearts paved the way for further on-screen collaborations between Karylle and Dantes in the subsequent years, starting with the fourth season of the romantic anthology series Love to Love. In this series, she portrayed Cathy Ruiz, an Ilonggo from Guimaras, earning her a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress at the 2nd Golden Screen TV Awards. Karylle also had roles in two Mano Po films: Mano Po 2: My Home in 2003 and Mano Po III: My Love in 2004. spawning a multimedia franchise. Karylle reprised her role in the sequel series Etheria and the crossover film Mulawin: The Movie, both released later in the year.

In 2006, Karylle had two major projects: Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas, which was the third installment to the Encantadia franchise; and the romance film Moments of Love, which became a box office hit.

In 2007, Karylle starred in two independent films: Ligaw Liham and Pi7ong Tagpo. She also served as producer for the former, which was an official entry for the 3rd Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival. During the year, Karylle also returned to the stage and starred as Cat in the Hat in the Atlantis Production of Seussical.

In 2008, Karylle appeared as host in the reality show Pinoy Idol Extra, alongside Rhian Ramos. She then played the female lead role of Maria on the Stages production of the popular musical West Side Story, alternating with Joanna Ampil. This also marked her first of many on-stage and on-screen collaborations with Christian Bautista, who stars as Tony. Her performance on West Side Story was acclaimed by critics, garnering her a nomination for Best Stage Actress at the 22nd Aliw Awards. During the last quarter of the year, Karylle made big career changes. She changed her management from Genesis to Stages, her recording company from Universal Records to PolyEast Records, and transferred from GMA to its rival station ABS-CBN. She signed her ABS-CBN contract shortly after an appearance in the Oscar De La Hoya vs. Manny Pacquiao boxing match in Las Vegas, Nevada, where she sang the Philippine national anthem. Her first appearance as a Kapamilya was in the variety show ASAP.

In 2009, after guest appearances in the musical drama anthology Your Song, and the comedy drama I Love Betty La Fea, Karylle starred in Mars Ravelo's Nasaan Ka Maruja? alongside Kristine Hermosa and Derek Ramsay. She would then be a part of the main cast of the International Emmy-nominated drama series, Dahil May Isang Ikaw. Karylle also played the lead role in the independent drama film Litsonero, opposite Paolo Contis.

2010–2019: International ventures & It's Showtime

In 2010, Karylle joined Bangs Garcia, Rayver Cruz, and Sid Lucero in Gilda Olvidado's Magkano ang Iyong Dangal?. Later that year, she started appearing as a judge on the noontime variety show Showtime. In December, Karylle had a supporting role in the horror film Dalaw, starring Kris Aquino. The film was a box office success and became one of the highest-grossing entries at the 36th Metro Manila Film Festival.

In 2011, Karylle officially became a regular host for Showtime, joining Kim Atienza, Teddy Corpuz, Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, Jugs Jugueta, Vhong Navarro, and fellow newcomer Billy Crawford. The group of hosts was nominated for Best Talent Search Program Host at the 25th PMPC Star Awards for Television. During the year, Karylle also achieved international recognition for her starring role in the acclaimed Singaporean musical drama The Kitchen Musical, which aired across twelve countries via AXN. The series was highly successful, with the cast winning the bronze medal for Best Performance at the New York Festivals TV & Film Awards.

In 2012, Karylle was featured as a guest star in the third season of the Singaporean action drama Point of Entry, her second international project. Later that year, Karylle also starred with her frequent collaborator Christian Bautista in a critically acclaimed staging of Rama, Hari at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. At the 26th PMPC Star Awards for Television, Karylle and her It's Showtime co-hosts won the award for Best Reality and Game Show Host.

In 2013, Karylle top billed a new version of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Resorts World Manila.

In 2017, Karylle starred in the Singaporean crime thriller P.I..

In 2018, Karylle made a surprise cameo appearance in the finale of the highly rated and acclaimed drama Wildflower. The episode trended on social media, with many viewers finding Karylle's casting inspired. Karylle also appeared as guest presenter on the television news broadcasting show TV Patrol.

In 2019, Karylle produced and starred in the fantasy film Mystified, distributed by Iflix. It was the first project released under Sanggre Productions, Inc., a production company founded by Karylle and her former Encantandia co-stars and off-screen friends Iza Calzado, Sunshine Dizon, Diana Zubiri, along with director Mark A. Reyes. The film was a success, earning four nominations at the 24th Asian Television Awards, winning one for Best Single Drama or Telemovie. The film was also nominated for Best Visual or Special FX in TV Series or Feature Film at the 2nd Asian Academy Creative Awards, after being announced as the national winner.

2021–present: Continued success In 2021, Karylle appeared in the romantic comedy television miniseries B&B: The Story of the Battle of Brody & Brandy, starring Iza Calzado and Ian Veneracion. She also served as producer for the show.

In 2022, Karylle top billed the Repertory Philippines production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's musical Carousel, opposite Gian Magdangal. For her performance as Julie Jordan, Karylle received several acting nominations: Female Lead Performance in a Musical at the 13th Gawad Buhay Awards, Best Lead Actress in a Musical at the 36th Aliw Awards, and Best Performer in a Musical at the 2023 BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards.

In 2023, Karylle primarily focused on theater and appeared in four stage productions. She played the role of Baroness Elsa von Schraeder in the Manila run of the international tour of the Broadway International Group and Broadway Asia co-production of The Sound of Music. She then participated in the musical concert Contra Mundum: Ang All-star Concert ng Ang Larawan held at the Manila Metropolitan Theater; starred in the musical play Isang Gabi ng Sarsuwela; and reprised her role as Sita in a restaging of the rock opera ballet Rama, Hari. At the end of the year, Karylle also appeared in two comedy films: Ma'am Chief: Shakedown in Seoul and Becky & Badette.

In 2024, Karylle headlined the Manila staging of the Broadway musical Little Shop of Horrors, opposite Nyoy Volante and alternating with Sue Ramirez. For her performance as Audrey, she won Best Lead Actress in a Musical at the 37th Aliw Awards.

In 2025, Karylle appeared as former First Lady of the Philippines, Aurora Quezon in the biopic Quezon, starring Jericho Rosales. The film grossed over Php 100 million, making it Karylle's highest-grossing film since 2010.

In 2026, Karylle joins the cast of the Manila run of the musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Karylle will next star in an eight-part unscripted reality series Manila Matriarchs and is set for a return to television acting in the teleserye Someone, Someday.

Music career In 2001, Karylle entered the music scene with her first studio album, Time to Shine, released under Universal Records. It spawned the single "Can't Live Without You" which won the Awit Award for Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist and two MTV Pilipinas Music Awards for Favorite Female Video and Favorite New Artist in a Video. The album also includes two collaborations: "Calling" with German singer Gil Ofarim, and "Kung Mawawala Ka" with Ogie Alcasid. The latter won the award for Best Performance by a Duet at the 16th Awit Awards.

In 2003, Karylle collaborated with the contemporary worship musical group Bukas Palad Music Ministry and released the religious song "Awit sa Ina ng Santo Rosario". It won them the award for Best Inspirational/Religious Recording at the 17th Awit Awards.

In 2004, Karylle released "Pagbigyan ang Puso", a duet with Jerome John Hughes. It was the theme song for her film Mano Po III: My Love, which was an official entry at the 30th Metro Manila Film Festival. At the festival's awards night, it won Best Original Theme Song.

In 2005, Karylle released her sophomore studio album,You Make Me Sing. The album includes the self-written songs "Coz, I Love You" and "Hiling"; as well as "Mahiwagang Puso", the official theme song for her hit fantasy series Encantadia. The album was well-received, with the title track being nominated for Best R&B Song at the 19th Awit Awards, and Favorite Female Video at the 8th MTV Pilipinas Music Award.

In 2009, Karylle released her third studio album, Time for Letting Go, under a new recording company Polyeast Records. It is described as a collection of songs about moving on, exploring the five stages of grief. It was supported by the singles "I'll Never Get Over You (Getting Over Me)", and "Almost Over You". The album also features "Live for Your Love", a duet with her mom, Zsa Zsa Padilla; and three of Karylle's original compositions: "Minamahal Kita", "Hulog ng Langit" and "Wala Na Bang Lahat". The album garnered her a nomination for Favorite Female Artist at the 5th Myx Music Awards and was certified Platinum by the Philippine Association of the Record Industry. All the songs were independently produced and written by Karylle. Its lead single, "OMG", was featured in the American reality television series, Floribama Shore; and was nominated for Best Dance Recording at the 25th Awit Awards.

In 2013, Karylle released "Sa’yo Na Lang Ako", an official entry for the year's Philippine Popular Music Festival. It was included in her fifth studio album, K, which was released later that year and spawned the singles "Kiss You" and Kapiling Kita". The album was eventually certified gold by PARI.

In 2015, Karylle was on the panel of judges for the 4th Philippine Popular Music Festival. In November, Karylle released her sixth studio album, A Different Playground. She described it as a reflection on her married life. It earned her a nomination for Female Pop Artist of the Year at the 8th PMPC Star Awards for Music. Additionally, the album includes the song "Paano ko Tuturuan ang Puso", which was nominated for Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist at the 29th Awit Awards.

In 2019, Karylle released "Simula", the official theme song for her fantasy film, Mystified. It was nominated for Best Theme Song at the 24th Asian Television Awards.

Other ventures Writing Karylle is a prolific writer and blogger. She has written blogs for Yahoo!, and was a contributing writer for The Philippine Star and S Magazine. Karylle launched her own blog site in 2016.

+List of articles with dates published Title Date published No, nobody can hold us down July 19, 2007 From ‘business-business’ to real business December 16, 2007 My other promdi province March 31, 2008 Come out & play May 18, 2008 From Manila to Mt. Everest and back… and back again August 3, 2008 Taking you where it happens, as it happens August 10, 2008 Things about West Side you don't know October 12, 2008 My 'fan' London diaries August 9, 2009 ART-icle October 30, 2009 Little Heroes, Big Hearts February 1, 2010

Production In 2007, Karylle served as producer on the independent drama film Ligaw Liham, in which she also starred in.

Endorsements Karylle has appeared in various endorsements for brands such as Ever Bilena, Bench Body, Santé Barley, Fruitas, Adidas, Belo Medical Group, UniSilver, Status Hair Salon, and OraCare.

According to the Ever Bilena executives, they picked the singer-actress as brand ambassador because she is "a true reflection of a woman of her generation — someone who is passionate, sincere and confident; and epitomizes the spirit of a strong modern woman".

Business Karylle is an entrepreneur. She is the owner of the family KTV and resto-bar CenterStage at Tomas Morato Avenue in Quezon City, Jupiter in Makati and SM Mall of Asia (MOA) in Pasay and part-owner of Mey Lin Restaurant and a The Mango Farm dessert kiosk in Greenhills, San Juan.

Podcast In January 2024, Karylle launched her own podcast, K's Drama, on various streaming platforms.

Radio In March 2024, Karylle was announced as a co-host for the morning radio show, Good Times with Mo, joining Mo Twister and Sam Oh.

Personal life On March 21, 2014, Karylle married Sponge Cola vocalist Yael Yuzon at San Antonio de Padua Church in Pooc, Silang, Cavite, after dating for over three years. Their 10th wedding anniversary was celebrated on March 9, 2024, in a wedding vow renewal ceremony attended by Yael's older brother Yani and sister Ysabel alongside the Bukas Palad Music Ministry at the Church of the Gesù, Quezon City.

Filmography Films

Television YearTitleRole 2001–2008 SOP Herself / co-host / performer 2003–2004 Twin Hearts Iris Medira / Jade Villanueva 2004 Love To Love: Sweet Exchange Cathy Ruiz 2005 1st Philippine Hip-Hop Music Awards Herself / host Encantadia Sang'gre Alena Bubble Gang Herself / guest Wag Kukurap Faustina 7th MTV Pilipinas Music Awards Herself / host 2005–2006 Etheria: Ang Ikalimang Kaharian ng Encantadia Reyna Alena 2006 Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas Lagot Ka, Isusumbong Kita Lianne My Music Station Herself / host 2006–2007 GMA New Year Countdown 2007 Magic Kamison Rianne Kamandag Spectra 2008 Pinoy Idol Extra Herself / host Oscar De La Hoya vs. Manny Pacquiao Philippine National Anthem singer 2008–2015; 2026–present ASAP Herself / co-host / performer 2009 I Love Betty La Fea Olivia Your Song Presents: Feb-ibig Rose Komiks Presents: Mars Ravelo's: Nasaan Ka Maruja? Helen Rivera Dahil May Isang Ikaw Denise Mae Alferos Maalaala Mo Kaya: Gitara Tara Santelices 2010 Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? Tanya Kabuhayang Swak na Swak Herself / guest co-host Panahon Ko 'to!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko Herself / contestant 2010–present It's Showtime Herself / host / judge 2011 The Biggest Loser Asia Herself / host The Kitchen Musical Maddie Avilon 2012 Point of Entry Tala Sison 2013 Showtime Holy Week Special Lotlot Sacdalan 2014 Haydee Mañosca Himig Handog Pinoy Pop Love Songs Finale Herself The Best Thing I Ever Ate Philippines 2015 Showtime Holy Week Special Bev of Minstrels of Hope Ten-4 Para sa Pilipino Herself / guest co-host I-Shine Talent Camp Herself / mentor 2016 Showtime Holy Week Special Santa Born for You Herself Minute to Win It Herself / contestant 2017 P.I. Maia Minute to Win It: Last Duo Standing Herself / contestant 2018 Wildflower Venus TV Patrol Herself / guest presenter I Can See Your Voice Herself / contestant 2021 B&B: The Story of the Battle of Brody & Brandy Ena 2023 Ur Da Boss Herself / guest Magandang Buhay 2024–2025 Unang Hirit Herself / guest co-host 2026 Someone, Someday Abigail "Abi" Mercado Dominguez Manila Matriarchs Herself

Theatre

Discography

Time to Shine (2001) You Make Me Sing (2005) Time for Letting Go (2009) Roadtrip (2011) K (2013) A Different Playground (2015)

Concerts Headlining and co-headlining concerts +List of concerts, with co-headliners, dates, and venues Year Title Venue 2008 Souls in Love Teatrino, Promenade Greenhills, San Juan City 2009 The Magic of Love Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong City 2011 May Minamahal Bangko Sentral Convention Center, Davao City 2012 Love and Laughter Resorts World Manila, Pasay City 2013 Mother's Day: Back to Back Concert The Evan Theatre, SydneyDallas Brooks Center, Melbourne It's Showtime Live! in Honolulu Neal S. Blaisdell Center Arena, Honolulu 2014 Love in the City Pulsar Hotel, Tuguegarao City Making Beautiful Music with Karylle Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong City It's Showtime Canada Ricoh Coliseum, Toronto, OntarioShaw Conference Centre, Edmonton, Alberta Rock that Love Du Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi 2015 Boracay Blast Summer Beach Party Sealine Beach Resort, Mesaieed Next Attraction (The Repeat) Music Museum, San Juan City It's Showtime Kapamilya Day: The ANIMversary Kick-off Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City 2016 A Different Playground Teatrino, Promenade Greenhills, San Juan City 2017 Karylle Live! U.P.–Ayala Land TechnoHub, Quezon City 2018 Date Night Manila House, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City It's Showtime U.S.A. Pechanga Resort & Casino, Temecula, CaliforniaThunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, California Karylle with The Passport Holders Shangri-La Plaza, Mandaluyong City

Awards and nominations + Award-giving body Year Nominee / Work Category Result Aliw Awards 2001 Karylle Best New Artist 2002 "Can't Live Without You" Most Promising Female Artist 2009 West Side Story Best Stage Actress (Musical) 2023 Carousel Best Lead Actress in a Musical 2024 Little Shop of Horrors 2024 Makabata Star ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards 2011 "OMG" Pop Music Video Asian Academy Creative Awards 2019 Mystified Best Visual or Special FX in TV Series or Feature Film 2012 "OMG" Best Dance Recording 2014 "Sa 'Yo na Lang Ako" Best Performance by a Female Recording Artist BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards 2023 Carousel Best Performer in a Musical Rama, Hari Gawad PASADO Awards 2010 Karylle PinakaPASADOng Dangal ng Kabataan Golden Laurel Lyceans' Choice Media Awards 2022 It's Showtime Best Variety Show Host/s (Shared with It's Showtime hosts.) Golden Nymph Awards 2012 The Kitchen Musical Outstanding Actress in a Drama Series 2014 2015 Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards 2022 Favorite Musical/Variety Show Host Metro Manila Film Festival 2004 "Pagbigyan ang Puso" Best Original Theme Song Favorite New Artist in a Video 2006 "You Make Me Sing" Favorite Female Video Myx Music Awards 2009 "Only Hope" by Gary Valenciano Favorite Guest Appearance in a Music Video 2010 Time for Letting Go Favorite Female Artist 2012 Roadtrip 2020 Karylle Myx Celebrity VJ of the Year (Shared with Diana Zubiri, Iza Calzado, and Sunshine Dizon.) New York Festivals TV & Film Awards 2012 The Kitchen Musical Bronze Medal for Best Performance (Shared with the cast of The Kitchen Musical.) PMPC Star Awards for Music 2016 A Different Playground Female Pop Artist of the Year 2018 Karylle Frontrow Female Star of the Night PMPC Star Awards for Television 2011 Showtime Best Talent Search Program Hosts (Shared with Showtime hosts.) 2012 It's Showtime Best Reality/Game Show Host (Shared with It's Showtime hosts.) 2013 Best Female TV Host 2016 2021 2023 2025 2025 Rawr Awards 2015 Trending Love Team of the Year (Shared with Vice Ganda.) 2016 Karylle Fan Club of the Year (Shared with Vice Ganda.) Star Cinema Online Awards 2015 It's Showtime Favorite TV Love Team (Shared with Vice Ganda.) Wrecking Bowl with Karylle Favorite Wrecking Bowl Karylle Favorite Fandom (Shared with Vice Ganda.) 2016 A Different Playground Favorite Recording Artist It's Showtime Favorite Love Team (Shared with Vice Ganda.) Karylle Favorite Fitspiration Favorite Fandom (Shared with Vice Ganda.) 2017 It's Showtime Ultimate TV Host Wish Music Awards 2019 "Iloveya" Wishclusive Pop Performance of the Year 2023 "Fine" Wishclusive Contemporary R&B Performance of the Year Yahoo OMG! Celebrity Awards 2014 It's Showtime Female TV Host Karylle Love Team of the Year (Shared with Vice Ganda.)