Gary Valenciano

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Gary Valenciano
Valenciano performing in Toronto in 2014
Born
Edgardo Jose Santiago Valenciano

(1964-08-06) August 6, 1964 (age 60)
Santa Mesa, Manila, Philippines
Occupations
  • Singer
  • musician
  • dancer
  • record producer
  • actor
  • television host
  • reality show judge
AgentStar Magic (2024–present)
Spouse
Angeli Pangilinan
​
(m. 1984)​
Children3, including Gabriel and Kiana
RelativesFrancis Pangilinan (brother-in-law)
Leo Martinez (brother-in-law)
Sharon Cuneta (co-sister-in-law)
Maricel Laxa (co-sister-in-law)
Chito Miranda (nephew)
Musical career
Genres
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • piano
  • drums
  • percussion
Years active1982–present
Labels
Websitewww.garyv.com

Edgardo Jose "Gary" Santiago Valenciano (born August 6, 1964) is a Filipino singer. Known for his musical versatility and performances, he is a recipient of various accolades, including 12 Awit Awards, 3 FAMAS Awards and the Myx Magna Award.[1]

Valenciano began his career in 1984 with the release of his self-titled debut album. In the succeeding years, he has ventured on screen, with appearances on several films and television shows. He has performed alongside artists such as Brian McKnight, George Duke, Paul Jackson Jr., Michael Shapiro, Ricky Martin, Cliff Richard, Leon Patilo, Michael W. Smith, Sandi Patti, Steven Curtis Chapman, and Kool & the Gang.[2] Outside of music, Valenciano's philanthropy is focused on hope, faith, and positive change; having been appointed as the first UNICEF National Ambassador for 25 years.[3]

Valenciano was chosen by the Doha Asian Games Olympic Committee as the official interpreter of the anthem titled "Heart of the Games" at the 15th Asian Games in Qatar.[4] He was also invited as one of the performers at the 23rd Asian Television Awards in Malaysia.[5] He is currently part of ABS-CBN's contract artists and one of the mainstay hosts of ASAP.

  1. ^ "MYX confers the Magna Award to Gary Valenciano". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
  2. ^ "Brian McKnight excited to see Gary, Regine again | ABS-CBN News". August 6, 2023. Archived from the original on August 6, 2023. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
  3. ^ "Gary V and Anne Curtis renew contract with UNICEF Philippines". www.unicef.org. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
  4. ^ "Gary Valenciano to sing Asian Games anthem". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 6, 2023.
  5. ^ Galvez, Daphne (January 10, 2019). "LOOK: Gary V flies to Malaysia for 23rd Asian TV Awards". Retrieved August 6, 2023.