Gladys Reyes
Gladys Sommereux (née Reyes; born June 23, 1977), is a Filipina actress best known for her role as "Clara," the lead villainess from the 90s ABS-CBN hit series Mara Clara. In 2013, after years with her home network ABS-CBN, she transferred back to GMA Network.[1][2] She received the PMPC Star Awards for Best Drama Actress for the TV series Saan Ka Man Naroroon.[3]
Gladys Reyes | |
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 Gladys Reyes at the 25th PMPC Star Awards for Television, 2011 | |
| Born | Gladys Reyes June 23, 1977 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Gladys Reyes-Roxas Gladys Reyes-Sommereux |
| Education | New Era University (A.B.) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1984–present |
| Spouse(s) | Christopher Roxas (2004–present); 4 children |
She received a Urian Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film Magkakabaung.[4]
She is currently a member of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).[5]
Biography
Background
Known by the alias Primera Kontrabida,[6] Gladys Reyes had her big break with the 1990s soap opera Mara Clara, as Clara, which was later portrayed by Julia Montes in the hit remake of the same name.
She is the wife of Christopher Roxas (born Jean-Christopher Sommereux, 1978), her co-star in the said soap opera.[7] They have four children.[8]
Reyes is a member of Iglesia ni Cristo,[9] and an alumna of New Era University, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Mass Communications.
Career
Filmography
Movies
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2018 | Ang Dalawang Mrs. Reyes | Betsy |
| 2015 | Felix Manalo | Avelina Manalo |
| 2012 | This Guy's in Love with U Mare! | Terry |
| 2010 | Petrang Kabayo | Pregnant Kalesa Passenger |
| 2002 | Biyahera | Lilia |
| Cass & Cary: Who Wants To Be A Billionaire? | Attorney Juliet | |
| May Pag-ibig Pa Kaya? | Pilar | |
| 2001 | Tabi-tabi Po! | Minerva |
| 1999 | Pepeng Agimat | Viola |
| Weder-weder lang 'yan | Girlie | |
| 1998 | Kasal-kasalan (Sakalan) | Angel |
| I'm Sorry, My Love | Sylvia | |
| Ikaw na Sana (movie) | Angela Rosales | |
| 1997 | Anak ng Dilim | Adela Miranda |
| Sa Kabilugan Ng Buwan | Michelle | |
| Minsan Lamang Magmamahal | Pinky | |
| Isinakdal Ko Ang Aking Ina | Carol | |
| 1996 | Kung Alam Mo Lang | Mechie |
| Ang Titser Kong Pogi | Auntie | |
| Mara Clara (movie) | Clara del Valle/Davis | |
| Sana Naman | Noreen | |
| 1989 | SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats | Young Dambu |
| 1988 | Afuang: Bounty Hunter | Ablyn Afuang |
| 1986 | Captain Barbel | Kidnap Victim |
| Boy Paltik Triggerman | Nanette | |
| Nakagapos na Puso | Young Elisa | |
| 1985 | Muling Buksan ang Puso | Sandra |
| 1984 | Baby Tsina | Elena's Baby |
Television
Awards and nominations
| Year | TV Award/Critics | Award | Result |
| 2000 | 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV[10] | Best Drama Actress Saan Ka Man Naroroon (1999) | Won |
| 2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Celebrity Talk Show Host Moments (2012) | Nominated |
| 2013 | Eastwood City Walk of Fame | Walk of Fame Awardee | Won |
| 2015 | 38th Gawad Urian Awards | Best Supporting Actress Magkakabaung | Won[11] |
| 2016 | 42nd Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Supporting Actress Die Beautiful | Nominated |
| 2017 | 1st EDDYS (Entertainment Editors' Awards) | Best Supporting Actress Die Beautiful | Nominated |
| 2017 | 35th Luna Awards | Best Supporting Actress Die Beautiful | Nominated |
References
- "'Mara Clara': the longest teleserye on Philippine television", Kidswereus.wordpress.com, 16 January 2007; accessed 29 May 2011.
- "Sundan ang buhay ng Primera Kontrabida na si Gladys Reyes sa Follow that Star". GMA Network. 10 January 2013. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- Caligan, Michelle (24 June 2015). "Gladys Reyes is more inspired to star in movies now". GMA Network. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- Cruz, Marinel R. (19 June 2015). "Night of first-time Urian winners". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- Corrales, Nestor (11 January 2014). "Aquino reappoints Villareal as MTRCB chief". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- "For Gladys Reyes, motherhood is about finding a balance". The Philippine Star. 12 June 2011. Retrieved 1 September 2015.
- Cruz, Marinel R. (21 November 2012). "Three Ps for a lasting relationship". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- "Gladys Reyes in no hurry to have second baby", Pep.ph; retrieved 29 May 2011.
- Francisco, Katerina (22 July 2014). "Famous Iglesia ni Cristo personalities". Rappler. Retrieved 27 August 2015.
- "Happy, triumphant faces at the 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV". The Philippine Star. 9 October 2000. Retrieved 30 August 2015.
- http://www.rappler.com/entertainment/news/96476-winners-gawad-urian-awards-2015-full-list
External links
- Gladys Reyes on IMDb
- Gladys Reyes profile, beverlyvergel.net; accessed 2 September 2015.