Elle Villanueva
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- Actress
- dancer
- model
- endorser
Elle Villanueva | |
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| Born | February 18, 1996 (age 30) Amadeo, Cavite, Philippines |
| Alma mater | De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde |
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| Years active | 2020–present |
| Agent | Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2020–present) |
| Known for | Return to Paradise, Makiling, and Apoy sa Dugo |
| Height | 1.63 m (5 ft 4 in) |
| Partner | Derrick Monasterio (2023–present) |
Elle Villanueva (born February 18, 1996) is a Filipino actress, dancer, model and endorser who is currently signed under GMA Network's talent agency Sparkle. She is best known for her leading role in Return to Paradise (2022), Makiling (2024), and Apoy sa Dugo (2026).
Villanueva dreamed of pursuing an acting career, but she finished her studies first[1] at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde, earning her bachelor's degree in Tourism[2] and graduated from BS Hotel, Restaurant, and Institution Management courses.[3]
Career
She started out as a commercial model,[1] appeared as an extra in some television advertisements.[4]
After signing a contract with GMA Artist Center (now Sparkle) in 2020, Villanueva finally made her acting debut in a Magpakailanman episode.[5] aside from Magpakailanman, she has also appeared in more of GMA's anthologies such as Dear Uge, My Fantastic Pag-ibig, Tadhana, and Regal Studio Presents.
In 2022, Villanueva gained recognition when she portrayed the role of Eden and being paired with Derrick Monasterio in Return to Paradise. She considered it a biggest break in her career.[1]
In 2023, she joined the supporting cast of Voltes V: Legacy.[6]
Other ventures
Business
Villanueva opened her first business as co-owner of Nailandia, a franchise nail spa with Ysabel Ortega and Sofia Senoron as business partners, her co-stars and friends in the live-action drama series Voltes V: Legacy. [7] Nailand is located on Quezon City.
Personal life
Villanueva has been dating actor Derrick Monasterio since 2023.[8]