Raffy Tima
Rufino Dompao Tima, Jr. (born January 7, 1975)[1], popularly known as Raffy Tima, is a Filipino journalist,[2] producer and presenter for GMA Network and its affiliate, GMA News TV.
Raffy Tima | |
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 Tima on the set of Balitanghali (former GMA Networ Center Studio 4 from 2007 to 2008). | |
| Born | Rufino Dompao Tima, Jr. January 7, 1975[1] |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Education | Trinity University of Asia |
| Occupation | Journalist, presenter, producer and director |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Agent | IBC (1998) GMA News and Public Affairs (1998–present) |
| Home town | Pasig City, Philippines |
| Television | Balitanghali 100% Pinoy! I-Witness |
| Spouse(s) | |
Career
Tima was one of GMA’s main reporter during the 2000 to 2004 series of kidnappings by the Abu Sayyaf Group, an Islamic extremist group in southern Mindanao, and the all-out war waged by the Armed Forces of the Philippines against the Islamic separatist Moro Islamic Liberation Front in central Mindanao. Tima has also covered the War in Afghanistan in 2001 and Iraq in 2004.
A recipient of numerous commendations including most outstanding news producer in 2004 for his coverage of that year's general elections, Tima is currently a senior producer for GMA news, an anchor on GMA News TV's noontime programme Balitanghali with Pia Arcangel (now Connie Sison), and presenter on the public affairs show, 100% Pinoy. He is likewise one of the first presenters of Reporter's Notebook as well as on i-Witness, which won the Peabody Award.
Portrayals in media
Tima was featured in an episode of GMA News TV's drama anthology Wagas on August 9, 2014, before the proposal of set from Amaya. JC Tiuseco starred the role of Tima.[3]
Personal life
Tima is married to fellow GMA News Reporter Mariz Umali on December 8, 2012.[4][5] On January 1, 2012, celebrate the New Year's Day, Tima proposes to Umali in the party after two years as a couple. According to the story of television drama series, Wagas, Tima was set of epic fantaserye Amaya before proposal to her.[3]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Headline Trese | Co-anchor | IBC | ||
| IBC Express Balita | |||||
| IBC Balita Ngayon | |||||
| 2004 | I-Witness | Hosts | GMA Network | ||
| 2005-present | Balitanghali | Anchor | Q/GMA News TV | Permanent with Pia Arcangel (now Connie Sison since 2014) | |
| 2006-2007 | 100% Pinoy! | Hosts | |||
| 2010 | Puso ng Pasko: Artista Challenge | Contestant | GMA Network | Contestant with Mariz Umali TV special (winner) | |
| 2017 | The Lolas' Beautiful Show | Himself | with Mariz Umali | ||
| Sunday PinaSaya | Contestant | ||||
| 2018 | Eat Bulaga! | segment of Guhit Bulaga Plus | |||
| 24 Oras Weekend | Relief anchor | He replacing Jiggy Manicad for senatorial race (now replaced by Ivan Mayrina) | [6] | ||
| 2019 | Pamana: Saving Our Heritage | Host | Episode: Ilocos Sur | ||
| 2020 | 24 Oras: News Alert | Self-Anchor | |||
References
- https://www.facebook.com/pg/Raffy-Tima-127835968911/about/
- "Talkative star a huge turnoff for secretive ex-boyfriend". Philippine Daily Inquirer. June 11, 2011. Retrieved 13 June 2011.
- "'Wagas' na proposal ni Raffy kay Mariz, patok sa netizens". GMA News Online. September 1, 2014. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
- "Raffy Tima and Mariz Umali – A Reporter's Wedding". kasal.com. December 27, 2012. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
- "The Mariz Umali and Raffy Tima love story: Best friends, co-reporters, husband and wife". GMA News Online. February 14, 2013. Retrieved June 1, 2020.
- "MNP Poll: Who should be the new male anchor of '24 Oras Weekend'?". Media Newser Philippines. April 30, 2018. Retrieved June 1, 2020.