Gardo Versoza
Mennen Torres Polintan (born July 8, 1969), known as Gardo Verzosa, is a Filipino actor and comedian.
Gardo Verzosa | |
|---|---|
| Born | Mennen Torres Polintan July 8, 1969 |
| Other names | Cupcake |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 1990–present |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Spouse |
Ivy Vicencio (m. 2019) |
| Children | 1 |
Career
Polintan started out in roles such as Sabik Sa Halik, Machete II, Halimuyak Ng Babae and Kirot. He was known as "NINO ESPEDILLA". Later, he went on to star in action movies such as Cesar Climaco, Mison, and Ka Hector. He has also appeared in critically acclaimed movies such as the 1998 Marilou Diaz-Abaya version of Rizal where he played the role of hero Andres Bonifacio and Sisa where he played the role of Jose Rizal / Pepe. He also starred in Pinoy Blonde, and some of the highest rated shows in Philippine television including Mula sa Puso where he portrayed Domingo, It Might Be You as Camilo San Carlos and Sugo where he was Apo Abukay.
Versoza has made guest appearances in various shows in both ABS-CBN and GMA - 7. He also appeared in Bubble Gang, Maalaala Mo Kaya, Hokus Pokus, and Magpakailanman.
In early 2016, he began taking the moniker, "Cupcake",[1] which was given by his best friend, Aiai Delas Alas.
In 2019, Gardo Versoza played policeman Ulysses Balthazar on Sandugo and the villainous drug-dealer Lazaro Enriquez on FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. Both shows were aired on ABS-CBN.[2][3]
Personal life
Gardo married to his girlfriend Ivy Vicencio.[4] The two have a son named Deity Uziel.[5][6]
Filmography
Online series
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | The House Arrest of Us | Rudy "Papawan" de Guzman |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Love. Die. Repeat. | TBA | GMA Network |
| 2022 | Magpakailanman: "I Bear for You" | Miguel | |
| Flower of Evil | Abel Villareal† | Kapamilya Channel | |
| Bolera | Marco "Cobrador" Alcantara | GMA Network | |
| Agimat ng Agila | Zeus Limjoco† | ||
| 2021 | Magpakailanman: "A Girl Named Hipon" | Ibhe | |
| Magpakailanman: "Batang Madrasta" | Dan | ||
| First Yaya | Luis Prado | ||
| 2019-2020 | Sandugo | Ulysses Balthazar† | ABS-CBN |
| 2019 | FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Lazaro Enriquez† | |
| 2018–2019 | Onanay | Dante Dimagiba† | GMA Network |
| 2018 | Magpakailanman: "Yuki - A Japinay Story" | Monching | |
| Dear Uge: "Nosi Balae" | Izzy | ||
| Magpakailanman: "Takbo ng Buhay Ko" | Acleng | ||
| Magpakailanman: "Our Crazy Love" | Rommel | ||
| Sirkus | Leviticus "Levi" | ||
| 2017 | Kambal, Karibal | Noli Bautista† | |
| Wish Ko Lang: "Sa Kuweba ng Buhay" | Lito | ||
| D' Originals | Greg "Chef Logo" Buenaventura | ||
| Hay, Bahay! | Bernie Versace | ||
| Tsuperhero | Apo Amasam | ||
| Destined to be Yours | Teddy Obispo | ||
| 2016 | A1 Ko Sa 'Yo | Rolly Molina | |
| Juan Happy Love Story | Rodrigo "Bayong" Villanueva | ||
| The Story of Us | Ferdinand "Ferdie" Sandoval Sr. | ABS-CBN | |
| Ismol Family | Sampaguita | GMA Network | |
| 2015–2016 | The Half Sisters | Santiago "Santi" Abarrientos III | |
| 2015 | Magpakailanman: "Love After the Storm" | Joel | |
| Let the Love Begin | Antonio "Tony" Sta. Maria / DJ Tony | ||
| 2014–2015 | More Than Words | Victor Balboa | |
| 2014 | Magpakailanman: "Ang Inang Yaya" | Aniseto | |
| Dading | Alfredo "Mother Lexi" Ignacio | ||
| Rhodora X | Derick Ferrer | ||
| 2013 | Genesis | Ka Andoy | |
| Titser | Sir Gil | GMA News TV | |
| Mga Basang Sisiw | Efren Rodrigo | GMA Network | |
| Never Say Goodbye | Dindo Carpio | TV5 | |
| 2012–2013 | Aso ni San Roque | Kanlaon | GMA Network |
| 2012 | Felina: Prinsesa ng mga Pusa | Arvin | TV5 |
| Hiram na Puso | Leonardo "Leo" Saavedra | GMA Network | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Singsing" | Piding | ABS-CBN | |
| 2011–2012 | Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin | Ferdinand Fuentebella | GMA Network |
| Amaya | Rajah Mangubat† | ||
| 2011 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: "TV" | George Habijan | ABS-CBN |
| Green Rose | David Tobias | ||
| Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Bianong Bulag | Ernesto Gutierrez | ||
| 2010 | Wansapanataym: "Zoila's Valentina" | Luis Veneracion | |
| Untold Stories Mula sa Face to Face | Various Roles | TV5 | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Rosas" | Nestor | ABS-CBN | |
| The Celebrity Cook-Off | Himself / Host | TV5 | |
| Your Song Presents: Isla | Mario | ABS-CBN | |
| Rubi | Arturo Dela Fuente | ||
| 2009–2010 | Katorse | Don Anselmo Arcangel | |
| May Bukas Pa | Gary | ||
| 2009 | Sugat ng Kahapon | Aldo | GMA Network |
| 2008–2009 | Luna Mystika | Dante / Sikano | |
| 2008 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Basura" | Jojo | ABS-CBN |
| I Am KC: Time's Up! | Mang Nolan | ||
| Sine Novela Presents: Magdusa Ka | Bernardo Doliente | GMA Network | |
| 2007–2008 | Carlo J. Caparas' Kamandag | King Saban | |
| 2007 | Ysabella | Young Perry Mendoza | ABS-CBN |
| Sine Novela Presents: Kung Mahawi Man ang Ulap | Pablo Acuesta | GMA Network | |
| Asian Treasures | Socrates | ||
| Komiks Presents: Pedro Penduko at ang Mga Engkantao | Nanding | ABS-CBN | |
| 2006–2007 | Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko | Kapitan Carling Ambing | |
| 2006 | Ang Kasagutan | GMA Network | |
| 2006–2007 | Atlantika | Haring Agat | |
| 2005–2006 | Sugo | Apo Abukay | |
| 2005 | Ang Mahiwagang Baul: "Kung Bakit May Korona ang Bayabas" | Mura-On | |
| 2003–2004 | It Might Be You | Camillo San Carlos | ABS-CBN |
| 2003 | Wansapanatym: "Dwendeng Bahay" | ||
| 2002–2003 | Bituin | Diony | |
| Kung Mawawala Ka | Edmund Amparo | GMA Network | |
| 2001–2002 | Biglang Sibol, Bayang Impasibol | Carlos Herrero | |
| 1997–1999 | Mula sa Puso | Domingo | ABS-CBN |
| 1995 | Bayani | Diego Silang |
Film
- Ayuda Babes (2021) as Kapitana
- Wander Bra (2018) as Amado
- The Prenup (2015) as Agaton Cayabyab
- Hustisya (2014)
- Sundalong Kanin (2014)
- Sisterakas (2012) as husband of Bernadette - Gardo's 1st VIVA Films Movie
- Bwakaw (2012)
- MNL 143 (2012)
- Astig (2009)
- Prinsipe Sabong (2009)
- Gulong (2007)
- The Bicycle (2007)
- First Day High (2006) as Rene Samartino
- Pinoy Blonde (2005)
- Mano Po III: My Love (2004)
- Woman of Breakwater (2004) as Dave
- Animal (2004) as Ferdie
- Kerida (2003)
- Bigay Hilig (2003)
- Kiskisan (2003) as Marvin
- Biyahera (2002)
- Kailangan Kita (2002)
- Aagos ang Dugo (2001)
- Huwag Mong Ubusin ang Bait Ko! (2000) as Franco Valero
- Sa Piling ng Mga Aswang (1999)
- Sindak (1999)
- Ang Kabit ni Mrs. Montero (1999)
- Sisa (1999) .... José Rizal a.k.a. Pepe
- Mula sa Puso: The Movie as Domingo (cameo)
- Jose Rizal (1998) .... Andrés Bonifacio
- Notoryus (1998) .... SPO1 Dalisay (as Police Syndicate)
- Kargado (1998) .... Frido
- Bawal (1998)
- Kid Manalo: Akin ang Ulo Mo! (1998)
- Ang Lalaki sa Buhay ni Selya (1997) .... Bobby
- The Mariano Mison Story (1997) .... Dennis
- Mabango (1997)
- Kristo (1996) .... Gestas
- Medrano (1996) .... David Medrano
- Halimuyak ng Babae (1996)
- Sabik sa Halik (1995) .... Rico
- Kirot 2 (1995) .... Dino
- 'Kandugan (1995)
- Ka Hector (1995)
- Sana'y Laging Magkapiling (1994)
- Machete 2: Pure Awesomeness (1994) .... David
- Bawal na Gamot (1994) .... Jimbo
- Isang Linggong Pag-Ibig (1993)
- Ayaw Ko ng Nangarap (1993) .... Edward
- Kumusta Ka Aking Mahal (1993)
- Isang Linggong Pag-Ibig (1993)
- Taong Gubat (1993)
- Nang Gabing Mamulat si Eba (Jennifer Segovia Story) (1992)
- Stella Magtangol (1992)
- Paminsan-minsan (1992)
- Sana Kahit Minsan (1992) as Tony
- Lumayo Ka Man sa Akin (1992)
- Ilalaban Kita ng Patayan (1991) as Val Saldivia
- Zaldong Tisoy (1991)
- Ubos Na ang Luha Ko (1991) as Nando
- Magdalena S. Palacol Story (1991)
- Onyong Majikero (1991) as George
References
- Entertainment.ABS-CBN.com. "Pambansang 'cupcake' Gardo Versoza nag-stiletto sa ASAP Natin 'To! | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 22, 2021.
- "Gardo Versoza returns to ABS-CBN after three years; joins Ang Probinsyano". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 22, 2021.
- "Sandugo | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 22, 2021.
- Arcadio, Ryan (May 26, 2019). "LOOK: Gardo Versoza marries longtime GF Ivy Vicencio in simple ceremony". Retrieved November 22, 2021.
- "Gardo Versoza gets married to longtime GF in intimate wedding". www.msn.com. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
- Arcadio, Ryan (May 26, 2019). "LOOK: Gardo Versoza marries longtime GF Ivy Vicencio in simple ceremony". entertainment.inquirer.net. Retrieved March 28, 2020.
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