Jiro Manio
Biography
Jiro Manio is a Filipino actor born as Jiro Katakura on May 9, 1992, in Metro Manila, Philippines. He is affiliated with ABS-CBN and started acting at a very young age, becoming known as the youngest multi-awarded actor of his generation. His parents are Yusuke Katakura and Joylene Santos, and he was raised by his grandfather alongside his younger brother Anjo Santos. He graduated from San Felipe Neri Parochial School and has plans to study culinary studies at the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. His film work includes the digital film Tambolista under Cinema One and Ang Tanging Ina Niyong Lahat alongside Ai-Ai de las Alas.
Career overview
Jiro Manio, born as Jiro Katakura on May 9, 1992, in Metro Manila, Philippines, is a Filipino actor associated with ABS-CBN. He began his acting career at a very young age and became the youngest multi-awarded actor of his generation. Born to a Japanese father, Yusuke Katakura, and a Filipina mother, Joylene Santos, he was raised by his grandfather and has a younger brother named Anjo Santos.
He graduated from San Felipe Neri Parochial School and planned to study HRM in culinary studies at the De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. Throughout his career, he has accumulated twenty-six known acting credits on The Movie Database. His recent work includes starring in the digital film Tambolista, also known as Drumbeat, under Cinema One. His latest film project was Ang Tanging Ina Niyong Lahat, in which he starred alongside Ai-Ai de las Alas.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
26 titles- Little Star (2010) as Joross
- Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To!) (2010) as Shammy
- Tayong Dalawa (2009) as Stanley "Stan" D. King III
- Manila (2009) as Macky
- Antonio's Secret (2008) as Mike
- Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat (2008) as Shammy
- Manay Po! 2: Overload (2008) as Orwell Castello
- Slingshot (2008) as Odie
- Foster Child (2007) as Yuri
- Bahay Kubo: A Pinoy Mano Po! (2007) as JR
- Green Paradise (2007) as Marcial
- Tambolista (2007) as Jason
- Komiks (2006)
- Pacquiao: The Movie (2006) as Young Manny
- Manay Po! (2006) as Orwell Castello
- Spirits (2004) as Nato
- Basta't Kasama Kita (2003) as Hapon
- Ang Tanging Ina (2003) as Samuel/Shammy
- Magnifico (2003) as Magnifico
- Anghel sa Lupa (2003) as Ake
- New Moon (2001) as Francis
- Mila (2001) as Peklat
- La Vida Rosa (2001) as Enteng
- Anak (2000) as Jason
- Gimik: The Reunion (1999) as Dancing Kid
- Maalaala Mo Kaya (1991) as Ambo
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jiro Manio best known for?
Jiro Manio is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Animal House (1978), Maalaala Mo Kaya (1991).
When and where was Jiro Manio born?
Jiro Manio was born on May 9, 1992 in Metro Manila, Philippines.
How many credits does Jiro Manio have?
Jiro Manio has accumulated over 26 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1991 to 2010.
What is Jiro Manio's background in cinema and television?
Jiro Manio is a Filipino actor born as Jiro Katakura on May 9, 1992, in Metro Manila, Philippines. He is affiliated with ABS-CBN and started acting at a very young age, becoming known as the youngest multi-awarded actor of his generation. His parents are Yusuke Katakura and Joylene Santos, and he was raised by his gran...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Maalaala Mo Kaya (1991) as Ambo — aged about 0
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