Rico Yan
Biography
Rico Yan was a Filipino matinee idol, model, film and television actor, host, spokesperson, and entrepreneur. Born in Mandaluyong City, Philippines on March 14, 1975, he graduated from De La Salle University in 1997 with a degree in Marketing Management. Yan began his career as a commercial model in 1995. In November of the same year, he was launched as a pioneer of Talent Center's Star Circle Batch 1, which is now known as ABS-CBN's Star Magic. He became a household name with his roles as Ricky Salveron. Known for acting with fourteen known credits, Yan passed away on March 29, 2002 at the age of 27.
Career overview
Rico Yan was a Filipino matinee idol, model, film and television actor, host, spokesperson, and entrepreneur. Born in Mandaluyong City, Philippines on March 14, 1975, he graduated from De La Salle University in 1997 with a degree in Marketing Management. His career in the entertainment industry began in 1995 when he started as a commercial model. In November of the same year, he was launched as a pioneer of Talent Center's Star Circle Batch 1, which is now known as ABS-CBN's Star Magic.
As his career progressed, Yan became a household name through his work in television and film, accumulating fourteen known credits in acting on the Movie Database platform. Throughout his active years, he established a prominent presence in the Philippine entertainment industry before his death on March 29, 2002, at the age of twenty-seven.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
14 titles- Got 2 Believe (2002) as Lorenz
- Saan Ka Man Naroroon (1999) as Daniel Pineda
- Gimik: The Reunion (1999) as Ricky Salveron
- From the Heart (1999) as Gabriel
- Dahil Mahal na Mahal Kita (1998) as Miguel
- Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay (1998) as Alex
- Mula Sa Puso (1997) as Gabriel Maglayon
- Home Along da Riles 2 (1997) as Gabriel
- Flames: The Movie (1997) as Joel (segment "Pangako")
- Paano ang Puso Ko? (1997) as Jason
- The Stepmother (1996) as Dodie
- Gimik (1996) as Ricky Salveron
- Radio Romance (1996) as Gary Balmaceda
- Father, Mother, Child (1996) as Dennis
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rico Yan best known for?
Rico Yan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Saan Ka Man Naroroon (1999).
When and where was Rico Yan born?
Rico Yan was born on March 14, 1975 in Mandaluyong City, Philippines. They passed away on March 29, 2002.
How many credits does Rico Yan have?
Rico Yan has accumulated over 14 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1996 to 2002.
What is Rico Yan's background in cinema and television?
Rico Yan was a Filipino matinee idol, model, film and television actor, host, spokesperson, and entrepreneur. Born in Mandaluyong City, Philippines on March 14, 1975, he graduated from De La Salle University in 1997 with a degree in Marketing Management. Yan began his career as a commercial model in 1995. In November o...