Edward Barber (actor)
Edward John Barber (born July 15, 2000) is an actor, host, and video jockey. He placed fourth on the Philippine reality television series, Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7.[1]
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Barber in iWant ASAP | |
Born | Edward John Barber July 15, 2000 Heidelberg, Germany |
Nationality | British, Filipino |
Occupation |
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Years active | 2016–present |
Agent | Star Magic (2016–present) |
Musical career | |
Genres | Pop |
Years active | 2017–present |
Labels | Star Music |
Early life
Edward John Barber was born in Heidelberg, Germany on July 15, 2000 to Kevin Barber, a British-German entrepreneur, and Cathy Barber (née Abellera), a Filipina. He has an older sister named Laura who currently resides in the United Kingdom. As a child, their family would spend every Christmas in his mother's home town in Santa Lucia, Aringay, La Union, Philippines.
Before joining Pinoy Big Brother, Barber attended the European School, Karlsruhe in Germany where he discovered his love for acting by joining the school's extra-curricular activities.[2][3]
Career
Barber auditioned online for Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky Season 7.[4] He got accepted and was the second teen housemate that was introduced right after his eventual loveteam partner, Maymay Entrata and eventually became part of the Dream Team. He was dubbed as the "Cheerful Charmer ng Germany" because of his cheerful personality that surely won the hearts of many. Inside the house, Edward exemplified leadership and maturity that's expected from men way beyond his age. Throughout the Dream Team, Edward maintained his "never nominated" status and it was further sealed when he became part of the Dream Team's Lucky 7 Housemates that would go on to the Finale Night. In one of the tasks, The award-winning director Rory B. Quintos was so impressed with Edward's acting that she referred to him as "The Next Big Superstar." At the Big Night, he was announced as the season's 4th Big Placer.[5]
In September 2017 Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber, popularly known with their loveteam "Mayward", played the lead roles for their debut film, Loving in Tandem, which was released nationwide on September 13, 2017.[6] Right after, he got a cameo role in the box office hit film Seven Sundays.
On October 15, 2017 he was recognised as Push Personality Newcomer during the awarding ceremony of PUSH AWARDS, an annual digital media event of ABSCBN held at the ASAP Chillout. The tandem of Edward and Maymay Entrata, meanwhile, enjoyed a breakout win as the Push Group/Tandem. Their fans, the MayWards, also captured the Ultimate Fan Award for posting the highest number of tweets among all fan clubs during the seven-week voting period.[7]
He joined Maymay to make a teleserye debut on the highly anticipated horror-action fantasy drama television series, "La Luna Sangre" top-billed by Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla.[8]
Maymay and Edward have made their own successful Out-of-the-Country concerts in Singapore, Taiwan, and Hong Kong and were also part of Star Magic Grand Celebration in Singapore together with KathNiel, Piolo Pascual, Maja Salvador and many others.
On July 22, 2018 the pilot episode of their first top-billed Wansapanataym series "Ikaw ang Ghosto ko" was aired garnering the ratings with 26% vs 17.4% of the rival show. Maymay played the role of "Espie" while Edward Barber played the role of "Vincent".[9]
Philanthropy
ELM Tree Foundation, a charity organisation founded by Edward Barber, Laura Barber, and Maymay Entrata, was formally launched on December 19, 2017.[10]
Endorsement
Fresh from Pinoy Big Brother house, he together with on-screen partner Maymay Entrata joined McDonald's family as the newest endorsers of the new Creamy McFreeze.[11] They also became one of the newest endorsers for Bench (Philippine clothing brand).[12] MayWard joined the launching of Ariel Philippines’ new product, the NEW Ariel with Downy Perfume on May 18, 2017, with the #ArielWhatAFeeling trending nationwide.[13] In March 2018 Edward, together with Maymay, bagged another endorsement deal with Vivo Philippines. Edward together with Maymay Entrata became the Celebrity Ambassador of TikTok Philippines (A Global video community). In June 2018 Edward Barber is one of the newest ambassadors of Coca-Cola.
Filmography
Television drama
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
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2020 | Heart to Heart | Main cast | ABS-CBN | |
2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Sunflower | Gab Sta. Ana | Main cast | |
Hiwaga ng Kambat | Iking Castro / Michael E. Baron | |||
Ipaglaban Mo: Sabik | Jake | Episode guest | ||
2018 | Wansapanataym: Ikaw ang Ghosto Ko | Vincent | ||
ASAP TLC (The Love Connection): Sandra & Ben | Ben | Lenten special | ||
2017-2018 | La Luna Sangre | Collin | Supporting cast |
Comedy, Variety and Reality Shows
Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
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2018 | Goin' Bulilit | Himself / Guest | ABS-CBN | with Maymay Entrata |
2017–present | ASAP | Himself / Performer | ||
2017 | Myx Philippines | Himself / Guest VJ | Myx | Celebrity VJ for the Month of October |
Banana Sundae | Himself / Episode Guest | ABS-CBN | with Maymay Entrata | |
Minute to Win It | Himself / Guest player | |||
2016 | Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky 7 | Teen Housemate | 4th Big Placer | |
Movie
Year | Title | Role | Production | Notes |
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2017 | Loving in Tandem | Prince Lucas "Luke" Oliver | Star Cinema | Lead role |
Seven Sundays | Gian Smith | Cameo appearance | ||
2018 | Da One That Ghost Away | Chire | Supporting role | |
First Love | Simon | Star Cinema, Viva Films, Ten17P | ||
Fantastica | Junjun | Star Cinema, Viva Films | Main role |
Digital
Year | Title | Role | Producer |
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2018 | MetroDotStyle | MetroDotStyle Cover Stars | Metro.Style YouTube Channel |
MEGA Fashion Documentary | Mega Cover Stars | TV100PH YouTube Channel | |
ASAP Chillout Squad | Host | ABS-CBN Online Chanel | |
2017 | Chalk | Featured Stars | ABS-CBN Publishing |
Squad Goals | Host | ABS-CBN Mobile | |
Follow the Lucky 3 Teens | Host | iWanttv |
Book
Year | Title | Publishing House | Notes |
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2017 | He's My Oppastar Book 1 | ABS-CBN Publishing | Manga serye |
He's My Oppastar Book 2 | Manga serye | ||
2018 | Lost Souls | Novel Fanfiction |
Awards and nominations
Year | Work | Award | Category | Results |
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2018 | MayWard | 100 Most Beautiful Stars | Yes Magazine (2018) | Listed as 1 of 100 Most Beautiful Stars of 2018: Sweetheart Deals (with Maymay Entrata)[14] |
MayWard | 8th Eduk Circle Awards | Love Team of the Year | TBA | |
MayWard | MEGA NEW PH | Awardee for Entertainment | Won | |
Edward Barber | Myx Music Awards 2018 | Myx Celebrity VJ of the Year | Won | |
MayWard | 34th PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Love Team of the Year (Loving in Tandem) | Nominated (with Maymay Entrata) | |
2017 | MayWard | ASAP Pop Teen Choice 2017 | Pop Love Teens | Won (with Maymay Entrata) |
Edward Barber | Star Cinema Awards 2017 | Ultimate Fresh Male Face | Won | |
MayWard | Star Cinema Awards 2017 | Ultimate Breakthrough Love Team | Nominated (with Maymay Entrata) | |
MayWard | Star Cinema Awards 2017 | Ultimate Love Out Loud Pair | Won (with Maymay Entrata) | |
MayWard | LionhearTV RAWR Awards 2017 | Love Team of the Year (2017) | Won (with Maymay Entrata) | |
Edward Barber | Push Awards 2017 | Push Newcomer | Won | |
MayWard | Push Awards 2017 | Push Group / Tandem | Won (with Maymay Entrata) | |
MayWard | Eduk Circle Awards 2017 | Most Influential Artist of the Year | Nominated (with Maymay Entrata) | |
MayWard | MOR Pinoy Music Awards | Best Collaboration (2017) | Won (with Maymay Entrata for "Baliw") | |
MayWard | MOR Pinoy Music Awards | Best New Artist (2017) | Nominated (with Maymay Entrata) | |
MayWard | 100 Most Beautiful Stars | Yes Magazine (2017) | Listed as 1 of 100 Most Beautiful Stars of 2017 (with Maymay Entrata)[15] | |
2016 | MayWard | ASAP Pop Teen Choice 2016 | Best Pop Love Teens (2016) | Won (with Maymay Entrata) |
Discography
Singles
Year | Title | Notes |
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2019 | "No One Else" | included in his upcoming album |
2018 | "BMG" | |
"Please Stay" | ||
2017 | "Mahal Kita Kasi" | with Maymay Entrata |
"Titig ng Pag-ibig" | with Maymay Entrata, McCoy De Leon, & Elisse Joson | |
2016 | "Baliw" | with Maymay Entrata |
Concerts and tours
- Special Guest @ Maymay Entrata's Grand album launch for debut album "Maymay": SM Skydome, June 21, 2017[16][17]
- Singapore Concert Tour : Nexus Auditorium Cuppage Plaza, August 6, 2017[18][19]
- Star Magic 25: A Grand Celebration in Singapore, October 29, 2017
- Taiwan Concert Tour: Ba De Entertainment Center, November 5, 2017[20]
- Special Guest @ The Dream, Maymay in Concert: Kia Theatre, February 23, 2018.
- Special Guest @ 4th Impact Rise Up, SM Skydome, March 23, 2018.
- Hong Kong Concert Tour: Yu Chun Keung Memorial College 2, March 25, 2018.
- Special Guest @ The Dream Tour: Maymay in Concert, Imus Sports Complex, Cavite, April 13, 2018.
- Edward Barber FanCon, SM Skydome, May 4, 2018.
- Just Love Araw-araw FanMeet @ ABS-CBN Vertis Tent, May 19, 2018.
- ASAP LIVE in HONOLULU @ Neal Blaisdell Arena, June 30, 2018.
- 34th London Barrio Fiesta @ Apps Court Farm, July 21, 2018.
- Triple Treat: Singapore @ Kallang Theater, August 26, 2018.
- Special Guest @ The Dream Tour: Maymay in Concert Live in Cebu @ Hoops Dome Arena, Lapu-lapu City, October 19, 2018.
- Special Guest @ The Dream Tour: Maymay in Concert Live in Pampanga @ AUF Sports and Cultural Center, Angeles City, October 28, 2018.
- MayWard Concert Live in Dubai by Yugen PR @ Global Village, November 23, 2018.
References
- "Edward Barber is the 4th Big Placer of the "Pinoy Big Brother Lucky Season 7"". LionhearTV. March 5, 2017. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
- Corp, ABS-CBN. "10 Things To Love About Maymay Entrata, Edward Barber, And Their MayWard Love Team". MetroStyle. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
- "VJ Edward - MYX | YOUR CHOICE. YOUR MUSIC". myx.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
- Admin, Star Cinema. "Edward Barber reveals that LizQuen inspired him to audition for 'PBB' | Star Cinema". starcinema.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 17, 2019.
- "maywardonline.com".
- "'Loving in Tandem' holds a heartwarming and 'fulfilling' special screening".
- "LIZA SOBERANO, KARLA ESTRADA, MAYWARD WIN BIG IN PUSH AWARDS 2017".
- "Mayward joins casts of La Luna Sangre".
- "Wansapanataym:Ikaw Ang Ghosto ko PILOT EPISODE".
- "ELM TREE FOUNDATION SITE IS NOW UP!".
- "MAYMAY ENTRATA, EDWARD BARBER TAKE SUMMER STYLE TO THE NEXT LEVEL WITH MCDONALD'S NEW CREAMY MCFREEZE".
- "#BenchEveryday".
- "LOOK: Commuters experience fresh summer feels in Batasan #ArielWhatAFeeling".
- "Yes Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars (".
- "Yes Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful Stars (".
- "Success! Here are moments from Maymay Entrata's grand album launch".
- "Highlights From MAYMAY ENTRATA's Grand Album Launch!".
- "SINGAPORE: MAYWARD'S FIRST OUT OF THE COUNTRY CONCERT".
- "MAYWARD ROAD TO SINGAPORE - THE CONCERT".
- "Mayward live in Taiwan".