Luis Manzano

Luis Philippe Santos Manzano (; born April 21, 1981), also known by his nickname Lucky, is a Filipino actor, comedian and television host. He is the son of actors Edu Manzano and Vilma Santos. He is widely recognized for hosting various game and talent competition television programs aired by ABS-CBN, such as Pilipinas Got Talent (2010–2016), Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (2012–2016, 2026–present), Minute to Win It (2013–2019), The Voice of the Philippines, Family Feud (2016–2017), the Philippine version of I Can See Your Voice (2017–2024), Pinoy Big Brother (2006–2008, 2025–2026), and for his role in the 2009 film In My Life as Mark Salvacion.

In 2024, Manzano ran for Vice Governor of Batangas, but lost.

Early life Luis Philippe Santos Manzano is the only child of Vilma Santos and Edu Manzano. His stepfather is Senator Ralph Recto, husband of his mother. Manzano has a maternal half-brother, Ryan Christian Recto, and three paternal half-siblings, Addie, Enzo and Diego Aspiras. His cousin is Andi Manzano, a former VJ for MTV Philippines, and also a radio DJ for Magic 89.9 FM.

Manzano studied at Colegio San Agustin - Makati for high school and at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde in Malate, Manila, majoring in Hotel and Restaurant Institution Management.

Entertainment career Manzano started his career as an image model for clothing brand, 'Human'. He later pursued a television host and acting career. Manzano began his professional trajectory by working as a VJ for the renowned music channel, Myx, with Iya Villania. He later served as a host and performer on the television veriety show ASAP in 2003, and on the reality show Star Circle Quest in 2004. Following his hosting engagements, Manzano transitioned into acting, portraying the roles of Luigi in the sitcom series Bora and Pablo in the drama Kampanerang Kuba, both of which aired in 2005. In addition to his television work, Manzano was also part of the main cast in several films in consecutive years, including All About Love as Wesley (2006), Ang Cute ng Ina Mo! as Val Quizon (2007), In My Life as Mark Salvacion (2009), Hating Kapatid as Edzel (2010), and Petrang Kabayo as Erickson Santos (2010). Manzano starred in the comedy film Moron 5 and the Crying Lady in 2012 and its sequel in 2014, as well as in This Guy's in Love with U Mare! as Mike, also in 2012.

Manzano returned to hosting in 2007 through the talk show Entertainment Live, alongside Toni Gonzaga, Mariel Rodriguez, and Bianca Gonzalez. That same year, Manzano also co-hosted the reality game show Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition Plus with them. In 2010, he hosted the game show Panahon Ko 'To!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko with Billy Crawford. He also co-hosted the reality talent competition Pilipinas Got Talent with Crawford from 2010 to 2016. In 2011, Manzano starred in the sketch comedy show Laugh Out Loud alongside Alodia Gosiengfiao. Manzano replaced Kris Aquino as host of the game show Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal from 2012 to 2016 and since 2026. In the same year, Manzano co-hosted the musical variety show Sarah G Live with Sarah Geronimo. He also hosted the game show Minute to Win It from 2013 to 2019.

From 2014 to 2015, Manzano served as host for both The Voice Kids and The Voice of the Philippines. Manzano replaced Billy Crawford as host of the game show Celebrity Playtime, which aired from 2015 to 2016. He then succeeded his father, Edu Manzano, as host of Family Feud from 2016 to 2017, before being replaced by Dingdong Dantes in 2022. Manzano was the original host of the talent competition The Voice Teens in 2017. In 2019, he hosted the interactive reality competition World of Dance Philippines alongside Pia Wurtzbach.

Manzano later replaced Billy Crawford as host of Season 3 of the singing and impersonation competition Your Face Sounds Familiar. He also headlined the variety show It's Your Lucky Day. As of 2024, Manzano serves as the host of the game show Rainbow Rumble. In October 2025, Manzano returned to hosting Pinoy Big Brother after seventeen years through Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0.

Political career Manzano ran for vice governor of Batangas in the 2025 local elections, but lost to outgoing governor Hermilando Mandanas. In December 2025, Manzano expressed he is no longer interested in pursuing a government position.

Personal life Manzano owns a taxi company, LBR Transport Inc. Manzano is also a member of Tau Gamma Phi, a fraternity established in the Philippines.

Before dating actress Jessy Mendiola in June 2016, he dated several other actresses including Nancy Castiglione, Anne Curtis, Jennylyn Mercado, and Angel Locsin. Manzano became engaged to Mendiola on December 12, 2020, and were married on February 21, 2021, in a civil wedding officiated by Lipa City Mayor Eric Africa at The Farm in San Benito (Barangay Tipakan Lipa, Batangas).

On August 11, 2022, the couple announced that they were expecting their first child. Their daughter, Isabella Rose Tawile "Peanut" Manzano was born on December 29, 2022.

Manzano and Mendiola's church wedding was officiated by Jesuit priest Carmelo Caluag II in a Coron, Palawan church and beach on February 15, 2024. Present were Edu Manzano, Vilma Santos, and the bride's parents Roger Tawile and Judith Mendiola, with their daughter Rosie as the "little bride."

In May 2024, Manzano was cleared of cancer after medical tests including biopsy of his head lump.

Filmography Film Year Film Role Notes 2006 All About Love Wesley "Kalesa" (also debut film) 2007 Ang Cute ng Ina Mo Val Quizon 2009 In My Life Mark Salvacion 2010 Hating Kapatid Edzel Petrang Kabayo Erickson Santos 2011 Who's That Girl? John Eduque Jr. The Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin Ericson Cameo 2012 Moron 5 and the Crying Lady Albert Macapagal This Guy's in Love with U Mare! Mike Sisterakas WaiterCameo 2013 Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy Priest 2014 Starting Over Again Professor Moron 5.2: The Transformation Albert Macapagal The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin Young Ben Cameo 2018 The Girl in the Orange Dress Eric Dela Cruz Special participation

Television Year Title Role 2002–2013 My Myx VJ Myx Daily Top 10 Himself (host) 2020 The Voice Teens 2021 Your Face Sounds Familiar 2021–presentLuis Listens Himself (host) 2023 It's Your Lucky Day 2024 Can't Buy Me Love Restaurant waiter 2024–2026 Rainbow Rumble Himself (host) 2025–2026 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0 Himself (host)

Awards and nominations Year Award Category Work Result 2003 17th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best New Male TV Personality ASAP 2004 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent-Search Program Host Star Circle Quest Kids & Teens (with Jodi Sta. Maria) 2005 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent-Search Program Host Star Circle National Teen Quest (with Jodi Sta. Maria) 2006 20th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host ASAP '06 2007 23rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies New Movie Actor of the Year All About Love 2008 24th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Supporting Actor of the Year Ang Cute Ng Ina Mo PMPC Star Awards for TV Male Star Of The Night 2009 23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host ASAP '09 2010 GAWAD Tanglaw Best Supporting Actor In My Life 25th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Supporting Actor of the Year In My Life 41st Box Office Entertainment Awards Film Actor of the Year (with John Lloyd Cruz) In My Life 2011 25th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent Search Program Hosts (with Billy Crawford) Pilipinas Got Talent Best Game Show Host Panahon Ko 'To (with Billy Crawford) Best Male Showbiz-Oriented Show Host E-Live Best Male TV Host ASAP Rocks Male Sexiest of the Night Yahoo! OMG! Awards Favorite Male TV Host Pilipinas Got Talent 2013 GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Prince of Philippine Movies This Guy's in Love with U Mare! 2014 30th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Darling of the Press 2015 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Game Show Host Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal 2016 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host ASAP PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent Search Program Host The Voice Kids (season 3) with Robi Domingo & Kim Chiu 2017 PMPC Star Awards For Movies Darling of the Press