Rayver Cruz
Raymond Oliver Cruz Ilustre (born July 20, 1989), better known by his screen name Rayver Cruz (Tagalog pronunciation: [ˈkɾus]), is a Filipino actor, dancer, singer, and host. He is the younger brother of fellow actor and dancer Rodjun Cruz.
Rayver Cruz | |
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Cruz in 2014 promotional short about the making of Dilim | |
| Born | Raymond Oliver Cruz Ilustre July 20, 1989 Las Piñas, Philippines |
| Other names | Rayver, Ray, Ray Ray, Raymond |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, dancer, singer, host, model |
| Years active | 1993–present |
| Agent(s) | Star Magic (2002–2018) Sparkle (1995–2002; 2018–present) |
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) |
| Family | Rodjun Cruz (brother) Sunshine Cruz (cousin) Donna Cruz (cousin) Geneva Cruz (cousin) Sheryl Cruz (cousin) Tirso Cruz III (uncle) Ricky Belmonte (uncle) |
Personal life
Rayver is a member of the Cruz family, a noted family line in the Philippine entertainment industry. He has two older brothers, Rodjun Cruz and Omar Cruz-Ilustre. His father, Rodolfo L. Ilustre, died in 2009 from kidney failure. He finished Grade 6 in Saint Mark's Institute in Las Pinas City.[citation needed]
He graduated in 2010 with a B.S. degree in Business Administration Management from St. Francis of Assisi College.[1]
Rayver is also a cousin of Sheryl Cruz, Sunshine Cruz, Geneva Cruz and Donna Cruz.[2]
Career
Cruz started as a former host together with his brother Rodjun in a children's magazine show 5 and Up on ABC (later TV5). In 1994, he moved to GMA Network and started as a child actor in the comedy show Kiss Muna, then moved to ABS-CBN in 2002 and became part of their contract talents before becoming a Star Magic talent.
His first lead role was in the 2005 primetime TV series Spirits as Red, with actress Maja Salvador. He played another lead role as Mythos in the 2007 primetime show Rounin.
On June 14, 2018, he left Star Magic, but he remained in Bagani, his final project at ABS-CBN.[3][4] After 18 years, Cruz returned to his home network, GMA Network as he signed a contract on September 6, 2018.[5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12] Aside from acting and dancing, he is given a big break in singing and hosting career[13] when he hosted some GMA programs like the defunct variety show Studio 7, and singing competition The Clash along with Julie Anne San Jose.
Cruz is currently a part of variety show All-Out Sundays.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | TiktoClock[14] | Himself | Guest | |
| Bubble Gang | Himself / Various | |||
| Bolera | Miguel "El Salvador" | Supporting role / Protagonist | ||
| 2021 | Nagbabagang Luha | Alex Montaire | ||
| 2020–present | All-Out Sundays | Himself | Main host / Performer | |
| 2019–present | The Clash | Main host / Clash Master since its 2nd season | ||
| 2019 | Hanggang sa Dulo ng Buhay Ko | Matteo Divinagracia | Main role / Anti-Hero | |
| 2018 | Magpakailanman: Impyerno sa Dagat | Arnel | ||
| 2018–19 | Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko | Gavin Corpus | Main role / Anti-Hero | |
| Studio 7 | Himself | Host / Performer | ||
| 2018 | Sarap, 'Di Ba? | Guest | ||
| Tonight with Arnold Clavio | ||||
| Day Off | ||||
| Bagani | Kidlat | Supporting role / Anti-Hero | ||
| 2017 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Karayom | Joey | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Mesa | Lan | |||
| 2016–17 | Doble Kara | Banjo Manrique | Main role | |
| 2016 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Alkansya | Ryan | ||
| 2015 | All of Me | Marlon Santos | Guest role | |
| Nathaniel | Arkanghel Josiah | |||
| 2014–15 | Two Wives | Robert Dale Gopez-Del Valle | Supporting role / Antagonist | |
| 2014 | Ipaglaban Mo: Akin Ka Lang | Anderson | ||
| 2013 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Pasa | Raymond | ||
| Bukas na Lang Kita Mamahalin | Marcus Ramirez | Main role / Antagonist | ||
| 2012 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Motorsiklo | Xerces | ||
| Toda Max | Jun-Jun | Guest role | ||
| Ako ang Simula | Himself | Guest | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Saklay - The Bringas Brothers Story | Kurt Bringas | |||
| 2011 | Gandang Gabi, Vice! | Himself | Guest | |
| 2011–12 | Reputasyon | Henry Aragon | Main role / Protagonist | |
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Tsinelas | Joward "Jawo" Johnson | ||
| 2010–11 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents:Kristine | Lance Navarro | Main role | |
| 2010 | Wansapanataym: Inday Bote | Greg | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Cross-Stitch | Rey | |||
| Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? | Troy Sandoval | |||
| 2009–10 | May Bukas Pa | Francisco "Cocoy" Bautista | Main role | |
| 2008 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Board Game | Dennis | ||
| That's My Doc | Jai | |||
| Your Song: Kapag Ako Ang Nagmahal | Jack | |||
| 2007 | Your Song: Just A Smile Away | Brian | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Ilog | Eden | |||
| Your Song: Break It To Me Gently | Nico | |||
| Rounin | Mythos | Leading role | ||
| Love Spell: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes Ko ’Day! | Stephen | |||
| 2006 | Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv | Genesis 'Gens' Brondial | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: Rugby | Jomar | |||
| Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko | Allan / Aswang II | Guest role | ||
| Star Magic Presents: My Friend, My love, My Destiny | Jun | |||
| Your Song: Cuida | Samuel | |||
| Love Spell: Charm & Crystal | Johnny | |||
| Komiks Presents: Agua Bendita | Ronnie | |||
| 2006–18 | ASAP | Himself | Host / Performer | |
| 2005 | ASAP Fanatic | Host | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Billy Crawford | |||
| Ikaw ang Lahat sa Akin | Nat | Supporting role | ||
| Nginiig | Himself | Host | ||
| 2004 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: CD | |||
| Spirits | Red | Leading role | ||
| 2002 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Yearbook | |||
| 2000 | Kiss Muna | Piolo | Supporting role | |
| 1999 | F.L.A.M.E.S. | Vince | ||
| 1997 | Ibang Klase | Contestant | ||
| 1993–2002 | 5 and Up | Himself | Host |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Production Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Pakisabi Na Lang Na Mahal Ko Siya | Geomar | Regal Films |
| 2003 | Mr. Suave | Carl | Star Cinema |
| 2007 | Happy Hearts | Alvin | Regal Films |
| Bahay Kubo: A Pinoy Mano Po! | Cholo | ||
| Katas Ng Saudi | Kyle | ||
| 2008 | Kelly! Kelly! (Ang Hit na Musical) | Boom | |
| 2009 | You Changed My Life | Marcelo "Macoy" Romero | Star Cinema |
| Shake, Rattle & Roll XI: Lamang Lupa | Archie | Regal Films | |
| 2010 | Cinco: Mata | Alvin | Star Cinema |
| Shake, Rattle and Roll 12: Isla | Ray | Regal Films | |
| 2011 | Forever and A Day | Mico | Star Cinema |
| A Mother's Story | King | Star Cinema & The Filipino Channel | |
| 2013 | On the Job | Bernabe | Star Cinema & Reality Entertainment |
| Saturday Night Chills | Mark | Cinema One Originals | |
| 2014 | Dilim | Emerson | Regal Films |
| 2015 | Ex with Benefits | Andrew | Star Cinema & Viva Films |
| Buy Now, Die Later | Ato | Quantum Films | |
| 2017 | Ang Larawan | Charlie Dacanay | Culturtain Musicat Productions |
| 2021 | On the Job: The Missing 8 | Bernabe | Reality MM Studios[15] & Globe Studios |
Discography
Singles
- 2007: "Kembot" (as part of ASAP)
- 2016: "Bitaw"
Appearances
| Year Released | Album Title | Details | Record Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ASAP Ultimate Dance 4 | First ASAP dance album certified platinum; single: "Kembot" | ASAP Music/Star Records |
| 2010 | ASAP Supahdance 2 | Second dance album with Kim Chiu, John Prats, Gab Valenciano & Mickey Perz |
Accolades
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 60th FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | A Mother's Story | Nominated | [1] |
| 2013 | Cinema One Originals Awards | Best Actor | Saturday Night Chills | Won | [2] |
| 2019 | 4th Gems Awards | Best Single Performance | Magpakailanman "Impyerno Sa Dagat" | Nominated | |
| 2021 | 34th PMPC Star Awards | Best Talent Search Program Hosts with Julie Anne San Jose | The Clash | Nominated | [3] |
| 2022 | 6th Gems Awards | Best Talent Search Program Host | Nominated | [4] | |
| 5th Asia Pacific Luminare Awards | Most Versatile Actor and Host of the Year | Nagbabagang Luha and The Clash | Won | [5] |
References
- ^ "Rayver graduates from college". Philippine Star. June 17, 2010. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Abanilla, Clarizel (June 15, 2018). "Is Rayver Cruz moving to GMA?". Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (June 15, 2018). "Rayver Cruz leaves Star Magic after 14 years". Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "Rayver Cruz bids goodbye to Star Magic - LionhearTV". www.lionheartv.net. June 17, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "Rayver Cruz, kumpirmado na ang paglipat sa GMA-7". Philippine Entertainment Portal. September 4, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Soriano, Gia Allana (September 5, 2018). "Rayver Cruz, balik Kapuso na!". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "WATCH: Returning Kapuso Rayver Cruz began career at GMA-7". GMA Network. September 5, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Soriano, Gia Allana (September 6, 2018). "Rayver Cruz, naimpluwensyahan ba nina Rodjun Cruz at Janine Gutierrez para lumipat sa GMA?". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Geli, Bianca (September 6, 2018). "IN PHOTOS: Rayver Cruz inks deal with GMA Network". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Geli, Bianca (September 6, 2018). "Rayver Cruz, excited na sa bagong Kapuso project". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "GMA may Bonggang salubong kay Rayver". The Philippine Star. September 6, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "Rayver Cruz officially a Kapuso". GMA Network. September 7, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Dabu, Rose (November 13, 2018). "Kapamilya stars react to Rayver Cruz' song number in 'Studio 7'". Kami.com.ph - Philippines news. Retrieved October 15, 2022.
- ^ "Bianca Umali, Kylie Padilla, at Rayver Cruz, live na mapapanood sa 'TiktoClock' | GMA Entertainment". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved October 19, 2022.
- ^ "'On the Job: The Missing 8': Film Review | Venice 2021". The Hollywood Reporter. September 10, 2021.
External links
- Rayver Cruz at IMDb