Bea Alonzo

2002–2006: Early breakthrough

In 2002, Alonzo debuted as a teen actress in K2BU, and quickly rose to fame with John Lloyd Cruz through the romantic television series Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay and It Might Be You.^[5]

Alonzo and Cruz then starred in a string of successful romantic films, such as My First Romance in 2003,^[6] Now That I Have You in 2004,^[7] All About Love and Close to You in 2006.^[8][9] She also portrayed Jinkee Pacquiao in the 2006 biographical film Pacquiao: The Movie.^[10]

In television, the pair appeared in star-studded series, such as Ikaw ang Lahat sa Akin in 2005 and Maging Sino Ka Man from 2006 to 2007.^[11]

2007–2011: One More Chance and romantic leading lady

In 2007, Alonzo and Cruz starred in the romantic film One More Chance, directed by Cathy Garcia-Sampana.^[12] The film was a critical and commercial success, as it grossed over ₱150 million^[13] and earned Alonzo the Box-Office Queen Award at the 38th Box Office Entertainment Awards.^[14] Her performance received multiple Best Actress nominations, including of those from FAMAS, Luna Awards, and Star Awards for Movies.^[15]

In 2008, Alonzo released her debut album The Real Me under Star Records.^[16] She also portrayed the titular role in the Philippine adaptation of I Love Betty La Fea.^[17]

In 2009, Alonzo starred in the romantic film And I Love You So opposite Derek Ramsay and Sam Milby.^[18]

In 2010, Alonzo reunited with Cruz in the romantic film Miss You like Crazy.^[19] The film earned ₱143 million^[20] and earned Alonzo the Movie Actress of the Year at the 42nd Box-Office Entertainment Awards.^[21] She also headlined the revenge series Magkaribal alongside Gretchen Barretto,^[22] and appeared in the family drama film Sa ‘Yo Lamang.^[23]

In 2011, Alonzo starred in the comedy film Pak! Pak! My Dr. Kwak! opposite Vic Sotto.^[24] She also led the action series Guns and Roses with Robin Padilla.^[25]

2012–2020: Established actress

In 2012, Alonzo starred in the Olivia Lamasan romantic drama film The Mistress, opposite Cruz. The film grossed over ₱260 million^[26] and her performance received critical acclaim.^[27] The pair also returned to television through A Beautiful Affair.^[28] Alonzo then appeared with Zanjoe Marudo in the romantic comedy ensemble film 24/7 in Love.^[29]

In 2013, Alonzo starred in two box-office hits: the family comedy drama film Four Sisters and a Wedding, which grossed ₱145 million;^[30] and the romantic drama film She's the One, which grossed ₱137 million.^[31]

In 2014, Alonzo portrayed a dual role in the hit television series Sana Bukas Pa ang Kahapon with Paulo Avelino.^[32]

In 2015, Alonzo starred in her two most successful films. She teamed up with Dawn Zulueta and Richard Gomez for The Love Affair.^[33] The film earned ₱320 million, making it the second Filipino film to surpass ₱300 million box-office gross.^[34] She then paired up with Cruz for A Second Chance, the sequel to the 2007 One More Chance.^[35] The film briefly became the highest grossing Filipino film of all time after earning ₱556 million.^[36]

In 2016, Alonzo starred in the romantic film How to Be Yours with Gerald Anderson.^[37]

In 2017, Alonzo starred in the romantic family drama series A Love to Last with Ian Veneracion.^[38]

In 2018, Alonzo starred in the romantic drama film Kasal with Ramsey and Avelino.^[39] The film achieved commercial success after grossing ₱200 million.^[40] She also paired up with Aga Muhlach in the romantic drama film First Love.^[41] The film grossed over ₱90 million.^[42]

In 2019, Alonzo starred in her first horror film Eerie with Charo Santos-Concio.^[43] The film earned ₱210 million.^[44] She closed the decade with the drama film Unbreakable with Angelica Panganiban.^[45] The film earned ₱120 million.^[46] She also started pursuing writing for film by enrolling in the writing workshop^[47] of Philippine screenwriter, journalist, novelist, and playwright Ricky Lee. Alonzo was also included in the lists of Variety^[48] and the International Film Festival & Awards Macao as among Asia's biggest stars poised for international stardom.^[49]

In 2020, she had cameo roles in the coming of age film Fan Girl as a fictionalized version of herself and in Four Sisters Before the Wedding as Bobbie, reprising her role from the 2013 film.^[50][51]

2021–present: Move to GMA Network

In 2021, Alonzo transferred to GMA Network as she signed an exclusive contract with the network after almost 19 years with ABS-CBN.^[52] Her first acting project with GMA Network is the 2022 television series Start-Up PH alongside Alden Richards, which is the Philippine adaptation of the 2020 Korean drama of the same name starring Bae Suzy and Nam Joo-hyuk.^[53]

In 2023, Alonzo starred alongside Dennis Trillo in the Viu original series Love Before Sunrise, a partnership with GMA Network.^[54] In 2024–2025, Alonzo starred in the hit murder series Widow's War alongside Carla Abellana.^[55][56]

Business

Alonzo has owned several businesses including Beati Farm in Iba, Zambales,^[57] and BASH Manila, a lifestyle brand which sells luggages, bags and travel essentials.^[58]

In 2019, she became a franchise owner of Dean and DeLuca, a cafe and bakery business in Quezon City.^[59]

Legal issues

In May 2024, Alonzo filed three cyber libel complaints at the Quezon City Prosecutors Office against showbiz columnists and online hosts Cristy Fermin and Ogie Diaz, their co-hosts in their respective online programs and an online basher who is pretending to be close to her, involving “false, malicious, and damaging” reports of her alleged tax evasion.^[69][70]

The following month, Alonzo's former driver, Efren Torres Delos Reyes filed with the DOLE's National Labor Relations Commission a labor case against her for wrongful dismissal, abuse, maltreatment, harassment and lack of separation pay. Her lawyer, Joey Garcia alleged that the case is tainted with malice.^[71]

Health

In 2023, Alonzo revealed in her vlog on YouTube, that she had PCOS and hypothyroidism, which caused her to gain a little more weight.

Selected filmography

Film

Television

Other awards