Jessa Zaragoza
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Born | Richelle Ann Mallari Loyola January 31, 1979 |
Nationality | Filipino |
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Years active | 1987–present |
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MCA (2009) (2012) |
Richelle Ann Mallari Loyola-Avanzado (born January 31, 1979), better known by her stage name Jessa Zaragoza, is a Filipino commercial model, singer and actress. She is known as the "Phenomenal Diva"[1] and "Jukebox Queen of the 90s" for her first studio album Just Can't Help Feelin in 1997 with the hit carrier single "Bakit Pa?" which became a hit ballad in the Philippines during 1997–1999.
Biography
Zaragoza was a
(now TV5) from 1992 to 1994.She did guesting stints for GMA and Viva Entertainment TV programs in the mid 90s she has guest starred in Bubble Gang Beh Bote Nga And AttaGirl in 2001 for ABS-CBN.Zaragoza, known for her singing career, signed with OctoArts EMI Philippines (now
Her second album, 'Phenomonal,' followed in 1999. Zaragoza also had a notable presence in the soap opera 'Di Ba't Ikaw,' which aired on GMA Network from May to October 1999.
In 2000, she released new hit singles such as "Ibigay Mo Na", "Siya Ba ang Dahilan" and "Kung Kailan Pa". Ibigay Mo Na was controversial for its album layout and sexually themed song, which was criticized for being painfully harmful but a heartfelt ballad.
She later transferred to rival network
In 2001, Zaragoza sang the theme song of the ABS-CBN afternoon soap,
In 2003, she sang the theme song of ABS-CBN's Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas. The song was featured on her album Kahit Na Ilang Umaga, released by Star Records.
In 2004, she participated at the Himig Handog Songwriting Contest interpreting the song "Hindi Na Bale" composed by Jimmy Antiporda.
In 2006, she collaborated with her singer-songwriter husband, Dingdong Avanzado on the duet album, Laging Ikaw, released under Universal Records. During the 2006 period she had worked with fellow friends comedian Marissa Sanchez, and actress Ara Mina on a worldwide concert tour called The Divas Tour. It was produced by Dingdong Avanzado and was a successful concert, running for six months in different parts of the world.
In 2007, controversy erupted between her and Rufa Mae Quinto when Quinto allegedly interpreted and stated that Zaragoza was the reason of hers and Dingdong's breakup. It became one of Philippine showbiz's most memorable breakups. Zaragoza defended herself against the allegations on a live interview on GMA's Startalk. Quinto appeared on YES magazine as a featured artist on the front cover, and in the article she talked about her personal life and past relationships.
She collaborated with film director Mel Chionglo in Malikot na Mundo with actors Lara Morena, Raymond Bagatsing, and Patrick Guzman, her last film with OctoArts Films.
In 2008, she sang a revival of Didith Reyes' hit song "Bakit Ako Mahihiya" for the critically acclaimed series Eva Fonda starring Cristine Reyes. She released her album Jessa Sings the Great Musical Icons under MCA Music in 2009. In 2012, she released her seventh studio album entitled Pag Wala Na ang Ulan with GMA Music. From 2012 to present, she has been appearing on the weekly comedy show Pepito Manaloto as DeeDee alongside veteran comedian Nova Villa.[3] This is Zaragoza's return to comedy after the 2001 sitcom Attagirl on ABS-CBN.
In 2009, after a series of shows in the U.S. together with Avanzado, Zaragoza came back on prime time television in the remake of the Mexican telenovela Rosalinda.[4] She also released an album that featured all cover versions on Jessa Sings the Great Musical Icons. The album paid tribute to such musical legends such as Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Tina Turner, Sting and the Police, Madonna and Stevie Wonder.
In 2010, she went back to ABS-CBN to be part of the short-lived prime time television series, 1DOL. She then made several guest TV appearances, performing renditions of songs with Avanzado.
Zaragoza also appeared in an episode of Wansapanataym: Super Kikay and the Flying Pagong with Kim Chiu.
In 2012, she portrayed Angela in the afternoon soap based on the 1989 film produced by Seiko Films' Ruben Marcelino,
On August 3, 2013, she released a digital single called "Missing You" in two different languages; Tagalog and English.[5][6]
On August 7, 2014, Zaragoza interpreted "Bumabalik Ang Nagdaan" with
The year 2017 marked a peak Zaragoza's career when she and her husband Avanzado launched their 20/30 album, a revival and commemorative album.
In 2021, she is one of the Jukebosses in the hit karaoke TV show
on TV5.Personal life
Zaragoza married
Zaragoza has a younger brother, Lloyd Zaragoza, who is an actor and singer.
Filmography
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
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1986–1996 | That's Entertainment |
Herself | Host | GMA Network |
1989–1994 | Anna Luna | ABS-CBN | ||
1992 | Alabang Girls | ABC 5
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1993 | Kool Skool | Various | ||
1994 | Chibugan Na! | Herself / guest performer | RPN | |
1995–1997 | Villa Quintana | Patrice Quintana | Supporting role / Antagonist | GMA Network |
1997 | Masamang Damo | Menchu | ||
1999 | Di Ba't Ikaw | Hasmin Cardenas | Lead role | |
2001 | Attagirl | Amanda | Main role | ABS-CBN |
2002–2003 | Bituin | Sultana Andromeda / Ms. Andromeda | ||
2009 | Rosalinda | Evangelina Kintanar-del Castillo | Supporting role / Antagonist | GMA Network |
SOP |
Herself | Guest | ||
Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition 3 | ||||
2010 | 1DOL | Magdalena | Main role | ABS-CBN |
Showtime | Herself | Celebrity Judge | ||
Pepito Manaloto | Jenny | Supporting role | GMA Network | |
Wansapanataym: Super Kikay and her Flying Pagong | Elma | Episode guest | ABS-CBN | |
2011 | Willing Willie | Herself | Guest appearance | TV5
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2011–2012 | Ruben Marcelino's Kokak | Angela | Supporting role / Protagonist | GMA Network |
2012 | Wansapanataym: Remote Emote | Amy | Episode guest | ABS-CBN |
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Aso | Ria | |||
Wil Time Bigtime | Herself | Special guest | TV5
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2012–2013 | Cielo de Angelina | Congresswoman Teresa Alfonso | Supporting role / Protagonist | GMA Network |
2012–present (hiatus) | Pepito Manaloto: Ang Tunay Na Kuwento | Deedee Kho | Main role / Protagonist / Antagonist | |
2014 | Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw | Yvette Bartolome-Rodrigo | Supporting role / Primary Antagonist | |
2016 | Eat Bulaga! | Herself | broken anchor ] Performer
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Dear Uge | Julia Pia | Episode Guest | ||
2018 | Your Face Sounds Familiar | Herself | Special guest | ABS-CBN |
2020 | Wowowin | GMA Network | ||
Tagisan ng Galing | Judge | Net 25 | ||
2021–2022 | Sing Galing! |
TV5
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Discography
Solo studio albums
Title | Details | Notes | Tracklist |
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Just Can't Help Feelin' |
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Just Can't Help Feelin' track listing
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Phenomenal |
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Phenomenal track listing
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Siya Ba Ang Dahilan |
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Siya Ba Ang Dahilan track listing
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Ibigay Mo Na |
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Ibigay Mo Na track listing
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Kahit Na Ilang Umaga |
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Kahit Na Ilang Umaga track listing
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Jessa Sings the Great Musical Icons, Volume I |
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Pag Wala Na Ang Ulan |
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Pag Wala Na Ang Ulan track listing
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Collaborative studio albums
Title | Details | Notes |
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Laging Ikaw (with Dingdong Avanzado) |
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20/30 (with Dingdong Avanzado) |
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Compilation albums
Title | Details | Notes |
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The Best of Jessa Zaragoza |
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The Story of Jessa Zaragoza |
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References
- ^ "Jessa Zaragoza: dating barrio singer, 'Phenomenal Diva' na". ABS-CBN News. December 3, 2017. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- ^ "Watch: Last message of Kuya Germs to singer". ABS-CBN News. January 8, 2016. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- ^ Ching, Mark Angelo (November 26, 2012). "Jessa Zaragoza finally gets own star in Eastwood's Walk of Fame". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved September 24, 2019.
- ^ Valdez-Nicasio, Maricris (July 2, 2009). "Jessa Zaragoza on her marriage to Dingdong Avanzado: "Separation is not an option."". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- ^ "Missing You (English) – Single Jessa Zaragoza". 3 August 2013. iTunes Store. August 7, 2013. Retrieved August 16, 2013.
- ^ "Missing You (Tagalog) – Single Jessa Zaragoza". 4 August 2013. iTunes Store. August 4, 2013. Retrieved August 16, 2013.
- ^ "Daily Diaries: Jessa Zaragoza And Jayda Tear Up And Crack Up In This Sit-Down Chat!". ABS-CBN Lifestyle. May 15, 2019. Retrieved September 24, 2019.
- ^ Guno, Niña V. (October 4, 2018). "Claudia Barretto, Jayda to perform in Aaron Carter's Manila concert". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved September 25, 2019.
- ^ "Jessa Zaragoza and Dingdong Avanzado move to the U.S." Philippine Entertainment Portal. December 27, 2007. Retrieved June 26, 2013.
External links
- Official website
- Jessa Zaragoza at IMDb