Jim Paredes
Jaime Ramon Misa Paredes, better known simply as Jim Paredes (Tagalog pronunciation: [pɐˈɾedɛs]), is a Filipino singer, composer, television host, writer and actor. He is known as one of the members of popular musical trio APO Hiking Society (along with Danny Javier and Boboy Garovillo). He is the son of Ester Paredes Jimenez, a staunch martial law activist.
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| Born | Jaime Ramon Misa Paredes Manila, Philippines |
| Alma mater | Ateneo de Manila University |
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| Spouse | Lydia Mabanta[1] |
| Children | 3, including Ala Paredes[1] |
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| Years active | 1969–present |
| Labels | Universal Records |
| Website | jimparedes |
Paredes' most prominent solo work, Handog ng Pilipino sa Mundo, became the anthem of the peaceful People Power Revolution that overthrew the regime of Ferdinand Marcos. It was participated in by 15 Filipino artists in April of that year, and its English version "A New and Better Way" was launched in Australia a few months after. In recognition of its significance, the lyrics of the song are embedded on a wall of the EDSA Shrine, a chapel commemorating the revolution. Paredes' other compositions includes When I Met You, Panalangin, Batang-Bata Ka Pa, Yakap sa Dilim, and Nakapagtataka.[2]
Filmography
Television
Paredes' most prominent television appearances include:[3]
- Sa Linggo nAPO Sila (1990-1995) - Host (ABS-CBN)
- Tatak Pilipino (1990-1994) - Host (ABS-CBN)
- 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (1995-1998) - Host (ABS-CBN)
- Search for the Star in a Million (2005) - Judge (ABS-CBN)
- Pinoy Dream Academy (2006) - Headmaster (ABS-CBN)
- Maalaala Mo Kaya (Episode: "Kalapati", 2010) - Don Pepe (ABS-CBN)
- Pilyang Kerubin (2010) - Ronaldo Esteban (GMA Network)
- A Beautiful Affair (2012) - Stephen Saavedra (ABS-CBN)
- Pyra: Ang Babaeng Apoy (2013) - Don Del Fierro (GMA Network)
- Give Love On Christmas Presents: The Exchange Gift (2014) - ???? (ABS-CBN)
- FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (2021) - PGen. Eduardo Singson (Chief of PNP) (Kapamilya Channel)
Film
- Must Date The Playboy (2015) ... Andy Andres (StarFlix)
- EDSA 1986: Mga Tinig ng Himagsikan (2006)
- Di Ako lsa Ba Nyo (2019)
Bibliography
- Humming in My Universe: Random Takes on Everything
- Between Blinks
- Writing on Water
- As Is Where Is
Discography
- Ako Lang (1996)
- Laro (2011)
Controversy
In April 2019, Paredes attracted controversy after a sex video that showed him masturbating was leaked in social media by the person whom he was having an illicit video call with. After initially denying the video's authenticity, he later apologized for the video.[4][5][6]
References
- ^ a b Ricky Lo (2008-09-14). "Awit ng Barkada". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on 2013-01-31.
- ^ Boy Abunda (2008-09-19). "A night of wit, humor and music". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on February 8, 2013.
- ^ . Telebisyon.net. Telebisyon.net. 2009. Archived from the original on 2011-06-05. Retrieved 2009-09-10.
- ^ "'I made a mistake': Jim Paredes owns up to viral sex video". ABS-CBN News. 2 April 2019.
- ^ Madarang, Catalina Ricci S. (April 2, 2019). "Veteran musician Jim Paredes' apology for leaked 'private' video".
- ^ Top Stories, Manila Standard (3 April 2019). "Jim Paredes owns up to 'masturbation'". ManilaStandard.net.
External links
- Official website