Aiko Melendez

Aiko Melendez (born December 16, 1975) is a Filipino actress and former politician. Her father, Jimmy Melendez (born Jim Shinoji), was an actor. Her half-brother, Jam Melendez (son of Jimmy Melendez and Deborah Sun), also entered showbusiness.[1]

Aiko Melendez
Member of the Quezon City Council from the 2nd District
In office
June 30, 2001 – June 30, 2010
Personal details
Born
Mary Aiko Shimoji Melendez

(1975-12-16) December 16, 1975
Quezon City, Philippines
NationalityFilipino
OccupationPolitician, actress

Aiko Melendez started as child star in the early '80s under Regal Films among them, Santa Claus is Coming to Town in 1982 and she was billed simply as Aiko. In the late '80s, the same movie outfit, launched her together with Ruffa Gutierrez and Carmina Villaroel as teen actresses. From the late '80s through '90s, she became a blockbuster leading lady to big actors such as Richard Gomez, Jomari Yllana and Aga Muhlach. She received multiple awards for May Minamahal in 1993 and Sa 'yo Lamang in 1995. Her 1997 film, Kahit Kailan, received several awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). The movie was produced by Lily Monteverde. In the late 2000s, she starred in TV shows. In 2017, she garnered praises for her work in Wildflower, a primetime soap opera.

Career

Melendez was discovered in the late 1980s and signed a contract with Regal Films, becoming one of their 'Regal Babies'.[2]

In 2001, Aiko ran for councilor in the city elections in Quezon City and won. She became Councilor of the 2nd District of Quezon City and remained in office for 9 years until 2010.[3][4] She did several shows on GMA Network but most often appeared on ABS-CBN.[3]

In 2011, Aiko returned to ABS-CBN for an episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya and Reputasyon with Cristine Reyes and Rayver Cruz.[5][6] In 2013, she was part of the TV series Apoy Sa Dagat costarring Angelica Panganiban, Piolo Pascual and Diether Ocampo.[4]

In 2015, Melendez played the role of Fionna Vargas in Inday Bote.[7]

In 2019 , Melendez return to GMA Network to play a role in Prima Donnas.

Personal life

She was married to actor Jomari Yllana from 2000 to 2003. Melendez and Yllana have a son named Andrei.[8]

In 2006, Aiko married Martin Jickain.[3] The marriage was annulled in 2010.[9]

In 2013, Aiko converted to Born Again Christianity.[10]

Filmography

Television
Year Title Role Notes Source
1981 Anna Liza
1989 Lovingly Yours, Helen
1989-1995 Eat Bulaga! Herself / Co-host
1995-1998 Bubble Gang Herself
1996-1998 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila Herself / Co-hostess
2002 Klasmayts
2004 Yes, Yes Show!
2006 Noel
2008 Your Song Marge Fernando Episode: "Someone Like You"
2008 Maalaala Mo Kaya Aurora Episode: "Kanin"
2009 Talentadong Pinoy Herself / Judge
2010 Sine Novela: Basahang Ginto Rosenda Montecillo
2011 Maalaala Mo Kaya Marivic Episode: "TV"
2011-2012 Reputasyon Catherine Espeleta-Villamayor / Connie Aragon
2012 Nandito Ako Margareth Posadas
2012 Maalaala Mo Kaya Christie Episode: "Belen"
2013 Apoy Sa Dagat Odessa Villarosa-del Sol [11]
2014 Maalaala Mo Kaya Gloria Episode: "Harmonica"
2014 Ipaglaban Mo! Candida Episode: "Sa Aking Pagbangon"
2014 The Ryzza Mae Show Herself
2014 Give Love of Christmas: The Gift Giver Rose Aguinaldo [12]
2014 Maalaala Mo Kaya Beth Episode: "Salamin"
2015 Inday Bote Fiona Vargas-Navarro [13]
2015 Ipaglaban Mo! Belen Episode: "Inabusong Inosente"
2015 Maalaala Mo Kaya Myrna Cuenco Episode: "Karaoke"
2015 Maalaala Mo Kaya Sima Episode: "Lubid"
2016 Maalaala Mo Kaya Shirley Esguerra Episode: "Backpack"
2016 The Story of Us Carmy Santos-Manalo [14]
2016 Maalaala Mo Kaya Marilyn "Bing" Concine Episode: "Riles"
2016 Maalaala Mo Kaya Amy Episode: "Popcorn"
2016 Celebrity Playtime Player on Team 90's
2017-18 Wildflower Emilia Ardiente-Torillo [15][16]
2018 Bagani Matadora / Bighani
2019 StarStruck Herself/Mentor 3 episodes guest-arc [17]
2019 Prima Donnas Maria Kendra Fajardo [18]
2019 Dear Uge Arlene Episode: "Bahay Bangayan"

Movies
YearTitleRole
2018Rainbow's SunsetGeorgina
2016Barcelona: A Love UntoldInsiang
2015Everyday I Love YouGuada Locsin
Etiquette for MistressesAdelle Ayson
2014Asintado
2009Yaya & Angelina: The Spoiled Brat MovieMommy
2003FilipinasVicky Filipinas
2000Mahal Kita, Walang IwananCynthia
1999Higit Pa Sa Buhay Ko
1998Ikaw Pa Rin Ang IibiginPia Tesoro
Pagdating ng Panahon
1997Kahit Kailan
Kung Marunong Kang Magdasal, Umpisahan Mo NaCynthia
Atraso: Ang Taong may KasalananTessa Villanueva
1996Ayoko na Sanang Magmahal
Huling Sagupaan
Mula Noon Hanggang NgayonBeverly
1995Batang-X
Araw-araw, Gabi-gabi
Bawal na Gamot 2
Sa'yo LamangLouella
1994Bawal na Gamot
Maalaala Mo Kaya: The MovieAna
Ang Ika-Labing Isang Utos: Mahalin Mo, Asawa MoSolidad
Multo in the CityMabel
Buhay ng Buhay Ko
1993May MinamahalMonica
Dugo ng Panday
Dino ... Abangan ang Susunod Na ...
Aguinaldo
1992Sinungaling Mong PusoAnna
Sonny Boy, Public Enemy Number 1 of Cebu City
Kamay ni Kain
Shake Rattle & Roll IVSister Mary John
Unang Tibok ng PusoLena
Buddy en Sol (Sine ito)Anna
Si Lucio at si Miguel: Hihintayin Kayo sa LangitRosanna
Guwapings: The First Adventure
Cornelia Ramos Story
1991Ali in WonderlandKili kili
Emma Salazar Case
Kung Sino Pa Ang Minahal
Gabo: Walang Patawad Kung PumatayMeanne
Underage TooAiko
1990Nimfa
Tora Tora, Bang Bang Bang
Last 2 Minutes
TreseTessa Encarnacion
1989Isang Araw Walang DiyosLaya
Romeo Loves Juliet ... But Their Families Hate Each Other!Juliet
My Pretty BabyMaria
1983Don't Cry for Me, PapaTessie
1982Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Where Love Has Gone

TV commercials
  • Rexona (May 1994)
  • Pigromix (August 1984)

Awards
  • Celebrity Inductee, Eastwood City Walk Of Fame Philippines 2014 - Won
  • Best Supporting Actress for Iadya Mo Kami, 15th Gawad Tanglaw Awards 2017
  • Pinakapasadong Katuwang na Aktres for Iadya Mo Kami, 19th Gawad PASADO Awards
  • Best Supporting Actress for Wildflower, 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television

References
  1. "Filipina Actress - Aiko Melendez". Blogspot. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  2. Lo, Ricky. "The Evolution of The Regal Babies". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on 3 October 2017. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  3. Aiko open to TV project with ex-hubby Jomari ABS-CBN 06/06/2008
  4. Aiko makes comeback with May-December affair in 'Your Song' ABS-CBN. 08/30/2008
  5. "TV (Twist of Fate)". MMK 25. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  6. "Aiko Melendez admits she almost didn't accept her kontrabida role in Reputasyon". Push ABS-CBN. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  7. Santiago, Ervin. "Inday Bote patok na patok sa mga bagets; Aiko kinasusuklaman". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Bandera. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  8. "Aiko Melendez Confirms Misunderstanding with Son Andrei". Philnews.ph. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  9. https://ph.news.yahoo.com/martin-jickain-annulment-marriage-aiko-happy-not-proud.html
  10. "19 Celebrities Who Changed Religions". Retrieved 6 August 2017.
  11. Angelica Panganiban plays dual role
  12. ABSCBN Entertainment (November 13, 2014). "GIVE LOVE ON CHRISTMAS Teaser". ABSCBN Entertainment. YouTube. Retrieved November 30, 2014.
  13. INDAY BOTE Full Trailer: Soon on ABS-CBN!
  14. ABSCBN Entertainment (February 14, 2016). "THE STORY OF US Full Trailer: Soon on ABS-CBN!". ABSCBN Entertainment. YouTube. Retrieved February 19, 2016.
  15. Wildflower Trade Trailer: Coming in 2017 on ABS-CBN!. YouTube. ABS-CBN Corporation. November 23, 2016. Retrieved January 27, 2017.
  16. Wildflower Full Trailer: Coming Soon on ABS-CBN!. YouTube. ABS-CBN Corporation. January 26, 2017. Retrieved January 27, 2017.
  17. Inside StarStruck: Sampalan Acting 101 with the 'StarStruck' boys (Video). Jul 10, 2019.
  18. "Aiko Melendez joins GMA's Prima Donnas!". Bored Productive. Bored Productive. May 23, 2019. Retrieved May 23, 2019.
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