Barbie Forteza
Biography
Barbara Ambas Forteza, also known as Barbie Forteza, is a Filipina actress and commercial model born on July 31, 1997, in Biñan City, Laguna, Philippines. She rose to fame portraying young Jodi in GMA Network's adaptation of Stairway to Heaven. In 2011, she played Cyndi Gomez in the television series First Time. Her acting career includes recognition at the 26th PMPC Star Awards, where she received the award for New Movie Actress of the Year. Active in the Philippine entertainment industry, Forteza has accumulated a total of 48 known acting credits according to movie database records. She is recognized for her versatility and charm across various television and film projects.
Career overview
Barbara Ambas Forteza, also known as Barbie Forteza, is a Filipina actress and commercial model born on July 31, 1997, in Biñan City, Laguna, Philippines. She rose to fame through her portrayal of young Jodi in the GMA Network adaptation of the Koreanovela Stairway to Heaven.
Continuing her television career, she took on the role of Cyndi Gomez in the 2011 popular series First Time, further establishing her career in the Philippine entertainment industry. Her acting talents have been recognized within the industry, including receiving the New Movie Actress of the Year award at the 26th PMPC Star Awards.
Throughout her career in acting, Forteza has accumulated numerous credits, contributing to her profile on the Movie Database as a recognized performer in television and film.
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Full Filmography
47 titles- Saving Cherry (2026)
- Until She Remembers (2026)
- Beauty Empire (2025) as Noreen Alfonso
- P77 (2025) as Luna
- Kontrabida Academy (2025) as Gigi / Gia
- Pulang Araw (2024) as Adelina 'Chinita' dela Cruz
- That Kind of Love (2024) as Milagros "Mila" Maharlika
- Fast Talk with Boy Abunda (2023) as Self - Guest
- Love the Way You Are (2023) as Dino/Monique Salazar
- Maria Clara and Ibarra (2022) as Maria Clara Infantes / Klay
- Mano Po Legacy (2022) as Steffanie Dy / Steffy
- Mano Po Legacy: The Family Fortune (2022) as Steffanie "Steffy" Dy
- Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday (2020) as Ginalyn Malatamban
- I Can See You (2020) as Emma Castro
- Kara Mia (2019) as Kara Lacson
- Inday Will Always Love You (2018) as Happylou Magtibay / Inday
- Almost a Love Story (2018) as Baneng
- Meant To Be (2017) as Maria Belinda "Billie" Bendiola
- This Time I’ll Be Sweeter (2017)
- That's My Amboy (2016) as Maria Rosario "Maru" Carreon Tapang / Romero
- Laut (2016)
- The Pact (2016)
- #EwanKoSau Saranghaeyo (2015)
- The Half Sisters (2014) as Diana Mercado-Alcantara / Valdicañas
- Mariquina (2014) as Young Imelda (Adolescent)
- Full Moon (2014)
- Clara's Kitchen (2014)
- Anna Karenina (2013) as Karen Zamora / Anna Karenina "Karen" Villarama
- Paroa: Ang Kwento ni Mariposa (2012) as Mariposa de Guzman / Aira
- Magpakailanman (2012) as Bonita Baran
- Luna Blanca (2012) as Blanca S. Buenaluz
- Sosy Problems (2012) as Becca
- Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako (2012) as Barbie
- Nita Negrita (2011) as Antoinette / Nita "Netnet" Raymundo
- Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin (2011) as Katherine Morales / Mylene Avelino Fuentebella
- The Road (2011) as Ella
- Ang Panday 2 (2011) as Bilara
- Tween Academy: Class of 2012 (2011) as Kara / SuperGirl
- Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts (2010) as Barbara "Bambi" Fortez
- First Time (2010) as Cyndi Gomez
- Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote (2010) as Bratty
- Ang Darling Kong Aswang (2009) as Aileen
- Wapakman (2009) as Patitang
- Puntod (2009) as Baby
- Shake, Rattle and Roll 9 (2007) as Young Marionne (segment "Bangungot")
- Nightmare (2007) as Young Marionne
- Honor Thy Mother
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Barbie Forteza best known for?
Barbie Forteza is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Beauty Empire (2025), Pulang Araw (2024), That Kind of Love (2024), Fast Talk with Boy Abunda (2023).
When and where was Barbie Forteza born?
Barbie Forteza was born on July 31, 1997 in Biñan City, Laguna, Philippines.
How many credits does Barbie Forteza have?
Barbie Forteza has accumulated over 47 film and television credits across a career spanning from 2007 to 2026.
What is Barbie Forteza's background in cinema and television?
Barbara Ambas Forteza, also known as Barbie Forteza, is a Filipina actress and commercial model born on July 31, 1997, in Biñan City, Laguna, Philippines. She rose to fame portraying young Jodi in GMA Network's adaptation of Stairway to Heaven. In 2011, she played Cyndi Gomez in the television series First Time. Her ac...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Fast Talk with Boy Abunda (2023) as Self - Guest — aged about 25
- Meant To Be (2017) as Maria Belinda "Billie" Bendiola — aged about 19
- Maria Clara and Ibarra (2022) as Maria Clara Infantes / Klay — aged about 24
- Pulang Araw (2024) as Adelina 'Chinita' dela Cruz — aged about 26
- That Kind of Love (2024) as Milagros "Mila" Maharlika — aged about 26
- Shake, Rattle and Roll 9 (2007) as Young Marionne (segment "Bangungot") — aged about 9
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