John Medina (actor)
John Medina (born on September 5, 1985) is a Filipino character actor best known for playing James Ocampo in the 2012 hit primetime teleserye Walang Hanggan and Billy Guzman in FPJ's Ang Probinsyano on ABS-CBN.
John Medina | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 5, 1985 (age 34) |
| Other names | James Ocampo of 'Walang Hanggan' and Billy Guzman of 'FPJ's Ang Probinsyano' |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1997–present |
Contrary to popular belief, he is not related to fellow actors Pen Medina, Ping Medina and Alex Medina.
Career
Medina started his career as commercial model and bit player. During this period, he met Coco Martin. The two would be reunited in Tayong Dalawa on ABS-CBN and since then would be part of various series starred by Martin for the network.[1] He first played body double to Martin in Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin[1] before landing his biggest role up to that point, that of James Ocampo in Walang Hanggan.[2] The role came as Medina's big break, with his character's name becoming a top trending topic on Twitter on March 13, 2012.[2][3]
Medina would star in further projects with Martin including Juan dela Cruz[4] and Ikaw Lamang[5] before becoming one of the "CIDG Boys" in the longest running action series Ang Probinsyano.[6]
Medina is also handled by the same manager, Biboy Arboleda, as Coco Martin.[1] Medina is active in most Dreamscape Entertainment projects headed by Deo Endrinal.
Selected television and movie appearances
Movies
| Movies | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Title | Role | Production | Note |
| 1997 | Too Much Sleep | Bouncer | ||
| 2003 | Silang Mga Rampadora | |||
| 2006 | Lagot Ka Sa Kuya Ko | |||
| 2006 | TxT | Carinderia Patron 1 | ||
| 2017 | Ang Panday | SPO2 Dela Cruz | Star Cinema | |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2004 | Ikaw sa Puso Ko | N/A | GMA Network |
| 2005 | Saang Sulok ng Langit | Justin | GMA Network |
| 2009 | Tayong Dalawa | Franco Walton | ABS-CBN |
| 2010 | Midnight DJ: Killer Kulambo | Arthur | TV5 |
| 2010 | Maynila | Boks Big Brother | GMA Network |
| 2011 | Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin | 1st Lt. Zulueta | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Wansapanataym: Cocoy Shokoy | Coach | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Walang Hanggan | James Ocampo | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Flower Shop | Jack | ABS-CBN |
| 2013 | Juan Dela Cruz | Agustin Magdiwang | ABS-CBN |
| 2013 | My Little Juan | Agustin Magdiwang | ABS-CBN |
| 2014 | Wansapanataym: Si Lulu At Si Lily Liit | Ricky | ABS-CBN |
| 2014 | Ikaw Lamang | Juancho | ABS-CBN |
| 2014 | Ipaglaban Mo: Pagkilala Ng Ama | Fr. Romy | ABS-CBN |
| 2015–present | FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | PCpt. Avel "Billy" M. Guzman | ABS-CBN |
| 2017 | Wansapanataym: Jasmin's Flower Powers | Oscar Miraflores | ABS-CBN |
| 2018 | Ipaglaban Mo: Ate | Erwin | ABS-CBN |
References
- Sanchez, Giselle (August 16, 2017). "What his co-stars say about Coco Martin". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved June 27, 2020.
- Orosa, Rosalinda L. (March 16, 2012). "Who is James Ocampo?". The Philippine Star. PhilStar Global. Retrieved June 27, 2020.
- ""Walang Hanggan" Cast Member John Medina, Newest Twitter Hottie!". Orange Magazine. March 15, 2020. Retrieved June 27, 2020.
- "The Cast: 'Juan dela Cruz'". Yahoo! News. Yahoo!. January 29, 2013. Retrieved June 27, 2020.
- "On Cam: Julia Barretto, Enrique Gil together in a TV commercial". Star Cinema. ABS-CBN Corporation. May 14, 2014. Retrieved June 27, 2020.
- "'Promdi Boys': Kilalanin ang barkada ni Coco Martin sa 'Ang Probinsyano'". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Corporation. October 12, 2018. Retrieved June 27, 2020.
External links
- John Medina on IMDb