Mark Angelo Cadaweng Cielo (May 12, 1988 – December 7, 2008), better known as Marky Cielo, was a Filipino actor, dancer, and the first known Igorot in Philippine showbiz. He is notable for his win in the reality talent competition StarStruck (March 12, 2006). During his two-year career, he was able to star in several television shows and in one film, notably Fantastikids (2006), Asian Treasures (2007), Boys Nxt Door (2007), Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan (2007–2008), Sine Novela: Kaputol ng Isang Awit (2008), and his final performance, LaLola (2008). He also voiced the character Ichigo Kurosaki in the anime Bleach (2007).

Early life[link]

Mark Angelo Cadaweng Cielo, better known as Boknoi to his family and friends, was born on May 12, 1988 in Butuan in Agusan del Norte, where he lived with his mother, Mildred Cadweng and sister, Marcel Andrea or "Bonsai".^[1] In 2001, he and his family moved to Bauko, Mountain Province to live with their other relatives, who are of Igorot descent.^[2] As a student of the local high school, San Isidro, he would soon become proud of his indigenous roots, despite being raised in the Roman Catholic environment.^[3] He fluently spoke Kankana-ey, a language spoken in the Cordilleras.^[4] Aside from this, he was also fluent in English, Ilocano, Tagalog, and Visayan languages (specifically Butuanon and Cebuano).^[1][5] According to his life story in Magpakailanman, his parents separated when he was still young and his mother took care of him, along with his sister on her own.^[6] Despite this, he was able to reunite with his father, Bobby Cielo, and spend time with him after many years. Later in his life, he had stated, privately, that he truly loves his father.^[3]

Career[link]

Prior to his career, Cielo was a freshman studying Architecture at Saint Louis University, Baguio in Benguet, where he was a member of SLU Dance Troupe. He audition for Starstruck where he emerged as "Ultimate Male Survivor" and the first and only "Sole Survivor", defeating his fellow contestants Jackie Rice, Gian Carlos, Iwa Moto, Chuck Allie, and Arci Muñoz.^[7] He is the first Igorot ever to join a talent contest.^[4] He won 10 million pesos worth of prizes and an exclusive GMA talent management contract, and a house and lot in Antipolo, Rizal.^[2] He and his family moved to this new home only on 2008, during his birthday, May 12.^[8] Prior to that, he lived in Pasig.

Soon after winning StarStruck, Cielo made his debut as the lead role Daniel Trinidad in the fantasy television show, Fantastikids. After this, he began to appear in primetime with guest starring roles in shows first in Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas (as Arman), then Bakekang (as Miguelito "Michael" Dimayacyac) and Asian Treasures (as Mateo Madrigal);,^[9] as well as a leading role in the Sunday afternoon drama, Boys Nxt Door, which is dubbed in Malay by 8TV and is to be the first Philippine drama to air on KBS2 of South Korea.^[10] In 2007, he and fellow StarStruck graduates, Yasmien Kurdi and Rainier Castillo decided to shift from mainstream acting to voice acting for a while by trying characters from the anime Bleach, such as Ichigo Kurosaki.^[11] During the same year, he won the Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation Award for Most Promising Male Artist.^[12] He was soon chosen by his network to be the main protagonist in the Philippine remake of Uchuu Keiji Shaider as Alexis del Mundo or Shaider but Dennis Trillo and Aljur Abrenica were included so the show was reformatted to Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan, a spin-off sequel to the Metal Hero Series.^[13][14] He joined the cast of Sine Novela: Kaputol ng Isang Awit, which also stars Glaiza de Castro, Lovi Poe and Jolo Revilla. He was also a spokesman for Department of Health and was seen in a no-smoking ad campaign with secretary Francisco Duque III.^[9] In 2008, he joined the cast of Codename: Asero then LaLola. His last appearance was in LaLola, in which he portrayed the character Billy Lobregat.^[15]

Death[link]

Cielo, 20, was found unconscious on December 7, 2008 by his mother.^[16] The night before, he was last seen playing an online video game up until ten o'clock in the evening in an internet cafe in Quezon City. Marky is said to have made several unanswered calls to his manager-mentor.^[17] When he arrived home, he had a discussion with his mother about "something personal". His mother advised Marky to sort out his problem, “Lutasin mo ang problema mo; ikaw lang ang makakalutas n’yan.” ^[16][18] The next morning, his mother entered his room in their house in Antipolo at around six o'clock AM to wake him up for a charity event. When he did not respond, she immediately rushed him to the nearby Antipolo Doctors Hospital where he was declared dead on arrival.^[9] At present, the cause of Cielo’s death remains unknown.^[19] This led to speculations of suicide precipitated by threats^[20] which allegedly came from the son of Governor Luis "Chavit" Singson, Ronald due to him being too close to Lovi Poe. These facts were never discussed or even became and angle for the police to dig more into the case because of their fear of getting caught up with the influence of Gov. Singson.

His wake was held in his home for three days then his remains were brought to the Cathedral of the Resurrection in Baguio City, where it stayed for a day.^[21] He was buried on December 15, in Bauko, Mountain Province, in his family's backyard according to traditional Ibaloi custom.^[22][23]

Filmography[link]

Television[link]

Film[link]

Notable titles[link]

• Guillermo Mendoza's Most Promising Male Star of 2007
• Candy Mag's 100 Candy Cuties(#17)
• Cosmopolitan Top 69 Bachelors
• Yes! Magazine's The next Big Thing
• Yes! Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars Of 2007
• StarStruck's First and Only Ultimate Sole Survivor(2006)

References[link]

External links[link]

• Marky Cielo at iGMA.tv
• Marky Cielo at the Internet Movie Database
• Marky Cielo at Friendster
• Fansite

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Marky is a rap/hip-hop artist from Washington D.C. signed under SRC Records/Universal Republic.

Early life[link]

Raised in Kenilworth, Washington, D.C., and heavily influenced by the District’s infamous percussion-based rhythms of “Go-Go”, Marky has also become a student of hip-hop, embracing a variety of influences. At the age of 11, Marky began his journey as an artist - from rapping over hip-hop classics and teaming up for a song with the legendary Erick Sermon of EPMD, to experiencing the opportunity to freestyle with Big Daddy Kane.

Rap career[link]

In a matter of time, a deafening buzz arose in the industry as heavyweights including Interscope, Atlantic Records, and Def Jam began to recognize Marky’s greatness. In 2006, Ken Williams introduced Marky to Mark “TarBoy” Williams of the St. Louis-based production duo Trackboyz, known for crafting chart topping hits for Nelly (“Air Force Ones”), Jermaine Dupri, J-Kwon ("Tipsy"), Nappy Roots, and Trina. From the moment they met Marky and his signature flow, the Trackboyz had no choice but to sign him to their upstart label. While with the Trackboyz, Marky learned to perfect his flow, all the while determined to return to his roots and start a movement back home in Washington, D.C.

Kenny Burns / Studio 43[link]

Enter Kenny Burns, CEO of the boutique label Studio 43 and music industry veteran who has worked with superstars such as Mariah Carey, Kanye West, Akon, Dream and Monica, to name a few. Upon being introduced to Marky by his sister and business partner Robin Lyon, Burns heard his sound and told Marky, “I’m gonna put you in the studio and see what we can come up with.”

Studio 43 / SRC Records[link]

No sooner had Marky joined the Studio 43 family than he began to make noise with the go-go anthem “Thug Passion” and opened the Screamfest '07 tour in Washington, D.C., with Ciara and T.I. to name a few. He then went on to release two amazing mixtapes: “Homework 4.3” and “The Drive-Thru”, both of which were hosted by renowned DJ Mick Boogie, who is known for his creative mixtapes with Jay-Z, Kanye West, Coldplay, Adele, Little Brother and many others. Shortly after, Marky’s first single "Sheila"^[1] caused a commotion in DC and gained some national notoriety for its original sound, so much so that it caught the attention of SRC Records chairman Steve Rifkind.^[2] Fast forward to 4.3.09, when Marky released “Nothing is 43ver”, a “mini-album” with a plethora of personal songs that provided a peek into his life and outlined the growth of Marky as an artist.

Present day[link]

After parting ways with Studio 43, Marky has set out on his own with his new bi-coastal team Winning Streak on a new project titled "Divine Intervention". It is set to release in March 2012 as a free digital release.

Lyrics and Style[link]

Marky is at the forefront of a new wave of artists prepared to revolutionize the industry and transform the conventional approach to contemporary hip hop and its perception. With an innovative and diverse style that combines a mixture of his unique experiences, infectious charisma and personality, Marky floods every track with an impeccable delivery and peerless creativity.

Discography[link]

Singles[link]

Albums[link]

References[link]

External links[link]

• BandCamp

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Marian Rivera
Born	Marian Gracia Rivera (1984-08-12) August 12, 1984 (age 27) Madrid, Spain
Occupation	Model, Actress
Years active	2005–present

Marian Rivera (born Marian Gracia Rivera on August 12,^[1] 1984 ^[2][3] in Madrid, Spain) is a Filipina commercial model and actress, known for her roles in Marimar, Dyesebel, Darna, and Amaya.^[4] As a recording artist, Rivera has released two studio albums: the platinum hits Marian Rivera Dance Hits^[5] and Retro Crazy.^[6][7] She has also starred in movies that have grossed more than PhP 100 million at the box-office such as: My Bestfriend's Girlfriend,^[8] You to Me Are Everything,^[9] and Panday 2.^{[10][11][12][13]}

Personal life[link]

Marian Rivera was born in Madrid, Spain to Francisco Javier Gracia Alonso, a Spaniard and Amalia Rivera, a Filipina from Cavite.^[14] After her parents separated, her mother brought her to the Philippines where she grew up most of her life. She later finished BS Psychology in De La Salle University Dasmariñas.

Career[link]

Television[link]

Rivera first starred in afternoon soap operas for TAPE Inc. and GMA Network including Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako, Agawin Mo Man Ang Lahat and Pinakamamahal. She was then featured in Enteng Kabisote 2: Okay Ka Fairy Ko: The Legend Continues.^[15] Later, GMA Network cast her in a mother role for the afternoon Philippine-Malaysian drama Muli.^[16]

Rivera formally signed a contract in GMA Network, Inc. and starred the title role of MariMar, which premiered on August 13, 2007. The show became the highest-rated primetime show on Philippine television at that time.^[17][18]

In 2008, Rivera played the role of Dyesebel^[19] which aired on April 28, 2008. For starring in the most popular TV shows like Marimar and Dyesebel Rivera was given the "Phenomenal TV Star" award by the Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation (GMMSF) at the 38th Box-Office Entertainment Awards.^[20]

In early 2009, she appeared in her first straight drama series, Ang Babaeng Hinugot Sa Aking Tadyang.^[21] Later that year, Rivera was cast as Darna in the TV remake of the greatest superhero in the Philippines.^[22]

In 2010, Rivera, starred in the TV remake of the Korean dramaEndless Love.^[23]

In 2011, Rivera headlined GMA Network's series Amaya.^[24]

In late 2011, it was confirmed that she will partner once again with real and reel boyfriend Dingdong Dantes in the most-awaited fantasy series of GMA-7, "My Beloved," which is currently in pre-production for 2012.^[25]

In 2012, Rivera headlined GMA Network's upcoming weekend DraMedy which will be aired this year entitled, Tweets for my Sweets with Nova Villa, Chef Boy Logro, Sheena Halili, Mikey Bustos, Barbie Forteza, Elmo Magalona, & Roderick Paulate.

Films[link]

In 2006, Rivera signed a contract for Regal Films and was cast in the horror movie, Pamahiin.^[26]

A year later, Rivera co-starred in two Metro Manila Film Festival MMFF entries: Bahay Kubo that was topbilled by Maricel Soriano and Desperadas.^[27]

In 2008, Rivera starred with Richard Gutierrez in the romantic comedy hit My Best Friend's Girlfriend^{[28][dead link]}

In December 2008, she starred once more in two MMFF entries. Rivera played the role of Nieves, The Engkanto Slayer, in the omnibus horror trilogy, Shake, Rattle & Roll X. She also worked with the Desperadas cast anew, for the sequel, Desperadas 2.

The following year, she topbilled the horror movie, Tarot.

In early 2010, she appeared with Dingdong Dantes in You to Me Are Everything, a romantic comedy box-office hit. She also starred in her own MMFF Entry movie, Super Inday and the Golden Bibe and got nominated for the first time as Best Festival Actress on the previous 36th Metro Manila Film Festival - "Gabi ng Parangal".

In early 2011, Rivera starred in one Regal Entertainment Movie entitled, Temptation Island (after 30 Years of making) and once more in MMFF entry, Ang Panday 2 with his first time leading men, Sen.Bong Revilla Jr.

In 2012, Rivera will have another movie with Regal Entertainment. She will be paired for the first time with Coco Martin which will be a cross network barrier between GMA Network & ABS-CBN. The said movie is proposed by Mother Lily Monteverde and will be directed by Director Maryo J. Delos Reyes.

Walk of Fame[link]

Rivera was among the third group of stars honored in the Walk of Fame located in Eastwood City, Libis, Quezon City.

Filmography[link]

Television[link]

Movies[link]