Jacob Benedicto
Filipino singer and actor
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Jacob Benedicto is a Filipino singer and actor born in Manila. He first gained recognition when he joined the blind auditions of The Voice of the Philippines. Although none of the judges' chairs turned, Benedicto dominated social media because of his good looks and soulful voice. The following year, in April 2014, he joined Pinoy Big Brother: All In.[1] Dubbed as the "Cutie Crooner ng Paranaque",[2] Jacob spent 5 weeks inside the house and was the 4th housemate to be evicted on the 3rd elimination night.[3]
April 29, 1992
- Singer
- actor
- host
- FameFactory, Inc. (2012–present)
Star Magic (2014–2015) - Active Social Management (2015–present)
Jacob Benedicto | |
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| Born | Josemari Jacob K. Gayanelo April 29, 1992 Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 2012–present |
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| Years active | 2014–present |
| Label | Star Music (2014–2015) |
ABS-CBN Career
Benedicto is currently a regular on the ABS-CBN series Dream Dad as Jaymart. His first single "Pagka't Ikaw" is also included in the newly launched 'OPM Fresh' album from Star Music.[4][5]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2015 | Baker King | Alex |
| Ningning | Hope's boyfriend | |
| Pinoy Big Brother: 737 | Himself/Houseguest | |
| Dream Dad | Jaymart | |
| 2014 | Ipaglaban Mo! "Akin Ka Lang" | James |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya "Manika" | Albert | |
| Pure Love | Diane's Classmate | |
| Pinoy Big Brother: All In | Himself/Housemate | |
| The Voice of the Philippines (season 1) | Himself/Contestant | |
| 2013 | Kanta Pilipinas |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Note |
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| 2014 | Past Tense | Diego |
Discography
Singles
| Year | Title | Composer | Album | Label |
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| 2015 | Pagka't Ikaw | Jeffrey Hidalgo | OPM Fresh | Star Music |