Mikael Daez
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January 6, 1988
Mikael Daez | |
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| Born | Mikael Banzon Daez January 6, 1988 Manila, Philippines |
| Other names | Mik, Kap |
| Occupations | Actor, model, television host |
| Years active | 2011–present |
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| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 1 |
| Relatives | Emilio Daez (brother) |
Mikael Banzon Daez (Tagalog: [mikaˈʔel ˈdaʔes]; born January 6, 1988) is a Filipino commercial model, actor, news anchor, television and events presenter, and vlogger. Daez is well known for his starring role in Amaya, a Philippine historical drama, alongside Marian Rivera.[1] He also starred in 2011 in the remake of the hit blockbuster 1980s film Temptation Island under GMA Films. He is currently an exclusive talent of GMA Network,[2] Sparkle GMA Artist Center[3] and GMA Pictures.[4]
Personal life
Daez started his career as a commercial model in various advertisements and projects. Later on, Daez started opening his career into acting, and is currently signed with GMA Network in the Philippines.
Mikhael Banzon Daez was born on January 6, 1988, in Manila, Philippines to a family of nine siblings. He attended the Ateneo de Manila University from grade school to college, earning a degree in business management.[5]
His younger sister Bea Daez is a graduate of the University of the Philippines and was a varsity basketball player for the UP Fighting Maroons. She also provides commentaries for the UAAP Men's & Women's Basketball games.
On January 25, 2020, he married his longtime girlfriend Megan Young.[6][7] Their first child was born in 2025.[8]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2011–2012 | Amaya | Lumad |
| 2011 | Amaya: The Making of an Epic | Himself |
| Spooky Nights Presents: Bampirella | Michael Dela Rosa | |
| 2012 | My Beloved | Nelson De Guia |
| Legacy | Himself (Miss Tala Pageant Host) | |
| 2012–2013 | Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga | Carlos Miguel Altamonte |
| 2012–2019 | Bubble Gang | Himself |
| 2013 | Saksi | Himself / Segment anchor for "Midnight Express" |
| With a Smile | Dean Vicencio | |
| Titser | Kurt Reyes | |
| Wagas: Ang Aking Pangako | Ronnick | |
| 2013–2014 | Adarna | Falco |
| 2014 | Wagas: Howie and Ipat Love Story | Howie Severino |
| The Ryzza Mae Show | Himself (guest) | |
| 2014–2016 | Ismol Family | Bernie |
| 2014–2015 | Ang Lihim ni Annasandra | William Benitez |
| 2015 | Blood in Dispute | Marco |
| My Faithful Husband | Dean Montenegro | |
| Dangwa | Jericho Santillian / Leon McAllister | |
| Wagas: Born to Love You | Nielsen Donato | |
| 2016 | Poor Señorita | Rafael 'Paeng' Castillo |
| Dear Uge: Acting Dyowa | Patrick | |
| Wagas: Love at Second Sight | Sonny Angara | |
| Someone to Watch Over Me | Dave | |
| 2017 | Legally Blind | Edward Villareal |
| Tsuperhero | Han | |
| People vs. the Stars | Himself (contestant) | |
| Follow Your Heart | ||
| Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Red Mildred and the Wolf | Temyong | |
| 2017–2018 | Celebrity Bluff | Himself / Guest Player |
| All-Star Videoke | Himself (contestant) | |
| 2018 | Lip Sync Battle Philippines | |
| The Stepdaughters | Francis Almeda | |
| Dear Uge: Bagong Bahay, Bagong Away | Carlo | |
| 2019 | Alex and Amie | Alex Sablay |
| Dear Uge: Paano makawala sa friendzone? | Jake | |
| Daddy's Gurl | Kanye | |
| Studio 7 | Himself (guest) | |
| 2020–2021 | Love of My Life | Nikolai Gonzales |
| 2020 | The Boobay and Tekla Show | Himself (guest) |
| 2021 | The Final Word with Rico Hizon | |
| 2022 | The Best Ka! | Himself (host) |
| 2022–2023 | Family Feud | Himself (guest player) |
| 2022–2024 | Running Man Philippines | Himself (contestant) |
| 2023 | Royal Blood | Kristoff Royales |
| TiktoClock | Himself (guest) | |
| 2023–2024 | Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | |
| 2024 | It's Showtime | |
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Note(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Joey Gosiengfiao's Temptation Island | Ricardo | |
| 2012 | Sosy Problems: It Girls Just Wanna Have Fun | Santiago Elizalde | |
| 2015 | Blood in Dispute | Marco | |
