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Prima Donnas
Prima Donnas (transl. First Donnas) is a Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Gina Alajar, it stars Jillian Ward, Althea Ablan and Sofia Pablo in the title roles. It premiered on August 19, 2019, on the network's Afternoon Prime line up replacing Bihag. The series concluded on April 30, 2022 with a total of 2 seasons and 311 episodes. It was replaced by Apoy sa Langit in its timeslot.
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Season 2 title card | |
| Genre | Drama |
| Created by | Maria Zita S. Garganera |
| Written by |
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| Directed by | Gina Alajar |
| Creative director | Aloy Adlawan |
| Starring |
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| Theme music composer | Ann Margaret R. Figueroa |
| Opening theme |
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| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Filipino |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 311 (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Marissa Jesuitas-Hilario |
| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 22-35 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment Group |
| Release | |
| Original network | GMA Network |
| Picture format | HDTV 1080i |
| Original release | August 19, 2019 – April 30, 2022 |
Cast and characters
Cast
Althea Ablan
Katrina Halili
Wendell Ramos
Benjie Paras
- Lead cast
- Jillian Ward as Donna Marie "Mayi" M. Escalante[4][5]
- Althea Ablan as Donna Belle "Ella" M. Claveria[4]
- Sofia Pablo as Donna Lyn "Len-Len" M. Claveria[4]
- Supporting cast
- Katrina Halili as Lilian Madreal-Claveria[4]
- Wendell Ramos as Jaime Antonio Claveria[4]
- Chanda Romero as Lady Primarosa "Prima" Antonio-Claveria[4]
- Benjie Paras as Agaton Salazar[4]
- Aiko Melendez as Maria Kendra Fajardo-Claveria[4]
- Elijah Alejo as Brianna Elaine F. Dimaculangan[4]
- James Blanco as Ruben Escalante[6]
- Sheryl Cruz as Bethany "Betty" Fajardo-Howards / Maria Kendra Fajardo-Claveria[7]
- Will Ashley as Nolan Dimasalang[8]
- Vince Crisostomo as Cedric Villarazon[8]
- Bruce Roeland as Hugo Almezen[7]
- Allen Ansay as Alfonso "Fonsie" Serrano[7]
- Guest cast
- Glaiza de Castro as Maita Salazar-Claveria[4]
- Irene Celebre as Irma Mendoza
- Mel Kimura as Carmencita "Mameng" Dela Cruz
- Eunice Lagusad as Judelita "Juday" Valdez
- Marcus Madrigal as Henry Dimaculangan
- Tina Paner as Aura
- Che Ramos as Darcy
- Diva Montelaba as Carla
- Renerich Ocon as Coring
- Geraldine Villamil as Anita
- Rob Sy as Edison
- Meng Canlas as Conching
- Maritess Samson as Sylvia
- Yuseff Estevez as Victor
- Angelica Ulip as young Mayi
- Caprice Mendez as young Ella
- Rein Adriano as young Lenlen
- Jude De Jesus as young Nolan
- Chrome Prince Cosio as Big Bogs
- Jemwell Ventinilla as Ziggy
- Julius Miguel as Uno
- Miggs Cuaderno as Coco
- Angelika Santiago as Jewel
- Dayara Shane as Erica
- Shanicka Arganda as Andi
- Judie Dela Cruz as Zita
- Anthony Falcon as Samuel
- Rob Sy as Edison
- Chanel Latorre as Dindi[9]
- Sarah Carlos as Lorna[10]/ Emerald
- Gilleth Sandico as Gwyneth[11]
Production
Principal photography was halted in March 17, 2020 due to the enhanced community quarantine in Luzon caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.[12] On September 25, 2020, Sofia Pablo left the show due to community quarantine guidelines.[13] Filming was continued on September 28, 2020.[14] The series resumed its programming on November 9, 2020.[15]
Principal photography for the second season commenced on September 27, 2021.[16] Aiko Melendez left the series in October 2021, to pursue her political career in Quezon City.[17]
Accolades
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2020 | RAWR Awards | Favorite Kontrabida | Aiko Melendez | Won | [18] |
| 2021 | 34th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Daytime Drama Series | Prima Donnas | Nominated | [19] |
| Best Drama Supporting Actress | Aiko Melendez | Won | |||
| 2022 | 35th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Daytime Drama Series | Prima Donnas | Won | [20] |
Ratings
According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Nationwide Urban Television Audience Measurement People in television homes, the final episode of the first season of Prima Donnas scored a 14.2% rating.[21]
References
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt. "'Prima Donnas' official soundtrack 'Huwag Kang Susuko' makes it to Spotify's Fresh Finds Philippines playlist". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved February 19, 2022.
- ^ "Prima Donnas (Full Episodes)". YouTube. Retrieved August 19, 2020.
- ^ "Prima Donnas Season 2". YouTube. Retrieved January 24, 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Prima Donnas". Retrieved August 14, 2019.
- ^ "Prima Donnas: Ang tunay na ama ni Donna Marie". GMA Network. January 6, 2021.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick Anarcon (February 4, 2020). "James Blanco returns to GMA-7 after doing The Killer Bride on ABS-CBN". Retrieved August 26, 2021.
- ^ a b c Calderon, Nora (July 29, 2021). "Prima Donnas book 2, kasado na!". The Philippine STAR. Retrieved July 29, 2021.
- ^ a b Eusebio, Aaron Brennt. "WATCH: 'Prima Donnas' stars Will Ashley, Vince Crisostomo heat up TikTok with 'Pajama Party' dance challenge". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved January 28, 2022.
- ^ "Prima Donnas: Donna Marie demands a DNA test: Recap Episode 15". GMA Network. September 6, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (February 20, 2020). "IN PHOTOS: Meet James Blanco's girlfriend in 'Prima Donnas,' Sarah Carlos". GMA Network. Retrieved September 12, 2020.
- ^ "Prima Donnas: Full Episode 195". GMA Network. January 2, 2021.
- ^ Adel, Rosette (March 17, 2020). "Top-rating ABS-CBN, GMA shows make TV comeback as quarantine halts regular programs". interaksyon.com. Retrieved April 17, 2020.
- ^ "GMA Entertainment Group's Statement on Sofia Pablo". GMA Network. September 25, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (September 29, 2020). "'Prima Donnas,' sinimulan na ang lock-in taping". Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ "Kapuso royal couple Dingdong Dantes at Marian Rivera, balik-TV na". Philippine Entertainment Portal. October 7, 2020. Retrieved October 7, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (October 5, 2021). "At the lock-in taping of 'Prima Donnas Season 2'". Retrieved October 9, 2021.
- ^ "Aiko Melendez, naging emosyonal sa pag-alis niya sa 'Prima Donnas' Season 2". GMA Network. October 26, 2021. Retrieved October 28, 2021.
- ^ Ruiz, Marah (December 6, 2020). "Ilang Kapuso stars, wagi sa RAWR Awards 2020". Retrieved December 20, 2020.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (July 20, 2021). "34th Star Awards for Television nominees bared". Retrieved July 22, 2021.
- ^ Gonzales, Rommel (January 29, 2023). "35th PMPC Star Awards for Television Winner". Retrieved February 4, 2023.
- ^ Gacura, TJ (October 3, 2021). "10 upcoming GMA Network shows already started their lock-in tapings this last quarter of 2021". Retrieved October 14, 2021.
External links
- Official website
- Prima Donnas at IMDb