# Carmina Villarroel

María Carmina Muñiz Villarroel-Legaspi (Tagalog:; Spanish:; born August 17, 1975) is a Filipino actress, television presenter, and product endorser. She is best known for portraying the role of Lyneth Santos in the medical drama, Abot-Kamay na Pangarap, as well as portraying Cynthia in Esperanza, Lucille in Doble Kara, George in Oki Doki Doc, Barbara in Widows' Web and as one of the hosts of SiS and Sarap, 'Di Ba?.

## Personal life

Villarroel was previously married to Rustom Padilla in 1994; the two had no children, and Villarroel filed for annulment several years after, which was granted in 2002.
Villarroel married her partner Zoren Legaspi on November 15, 2012; the couple had twins on January 6, 2001, in the United States. Legaspi planned a surprise proposal and civil wedding with the help of their families and the network. The ceremony was later aired the following Saturday as the television special Zoren-Carmina: Always Forever, A Wedding Like No Other. The idea of a surprise proposal followed by a flashmob-style instant wedding was inspired by a remarkably similar episode of the U.S. television programme Mobbed, hosted by Howie Mandel.

## Filmography
### Film

| Year | Title | Role |
| 1987 | Pinulot ka Lang sa Lupa | young Angeli |
| 1987 | Kapag Puso ang Naghari | Unknown |
| 1988 | Bobo Cop | Unknown |
| 1988 | Tiyanak | Monica |
| 1988 | Good Morning, Titser | Unknown |
| 1988 | Babaing Hampaslupa | Fe |
| 1989 | Magic to Love | Carmina |
| 1989 | Balbakwa | Unknown |
| 1989 | Limang Daliri ng Diyos | Unknown |
| 1989 | Isang Araw Walang Diyos | Kelly |
| 1989 | SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats | Juliet |
| 1989 | Student Body | Mina |
| 1989 | Last Two Minutes | Tricia |
| 1989 | Regal Shocker: The Movie | Lara |
| 1990 | Dyesebel | Young Dyesebel |
| 1990 | Tora Tora, Bang Bang Bang | Unknown |
| 1990 | Kapag Langit ang Humatol | Bernadette |
| 1990 | Lovers' Delight | Unknown |
| 1990 | Shake, Rattle & Roll II | Tiffany |
| 1991 | Kailan Ka Magiging Akin | Tess |
| 1991 | Under Age Too | young Carmina |
| 1991 | The Secrets of Pura | |
| 1991 | Anak ni Janice | |
| 1992 | Iisa Pa Lamang | Cynthia |
| 1992 | Guwapings: The First Adventure | |
| 1992 | Hanggang May Buhay | Joy |
| 1992 | Yakapin Mo Akong Muli | Unknown |
| 1992 | Buddy en Sol: Praybeyr Depektibs | Unknown |
| 1993 | Ligaw-Ligawan, Kasal-Kasalan, Bahay-Bahayan | Roselle Batibot |
| 1993 | Hindi Kita Malilimutan | Rowena |
| 1993 | Bulag, Pipi at Bingi | Unknown |
| 1993 | Makati Ave. (Office Girls) | Unknown |
| 1994 | Wating | Rosel |
| 1994 | Hindi Magbabago | Lisa |
| 1996 | Oki Doki Doc: The Movie | George |
| 1996 | Bayarang Puso | Christine Sanvictores |
| 1996 | Maruja | Maruja Isabel |
| 1996 | Maginoong Barumbado | Carmela |
| 1996 | Awit ni Cecilia | Ms. Sibulo |
| 1997 | Ipaglaban Mo! The Movie | Belen |
| 1997 | Atraso: Ang Taong May Kasalanan | Cecilia Tiangco |
| 1998 | Buhawi Jack | Vera |
| 1998 | Kahit Mabuhay Kang Muli | Gel |
| 1998 | Ang Erpat Kong Astig | Celia |
| 1999 | Sumigaw Ka Hanggang Gusto Mo | Unknown |
| 1999 | Lalaban Ako Hanggang Sa Huling Hininga | Unknown |
| 1999 | Esperanza: The Movie | Atty. Cynthia Salazar |
| 2000 | Minsan, Minahal Kita | Jackie |
| 2000 | Minsan Ko Lang Sasabihin | Monique |
| 2001 | Super Idol | Jenny |
| 2002 | Cass & Cary: Who Wants To Be a Millionaire? | Michelle |
| 2003 | Mano Po 2: My Home | Janet |
| 2005 | Mulawin: The Movie | Salimbay |
| 2006 | Tulay | Unknown |
| 2010 | Shake, Rattle and Roll 12 | Head nurse |
| 2011 | The Road | Carmela |
| 2012 | One More Try | Dra. Diesta |
| 2015 | Everyday I Love You | Gina |
| 2017 | Love You to the Stars and Back | Michelle |
| 2019 | Wild Little Love | Cristina |
| 2019 | Sunod | Olivia |
| 2020 | Four Sisters Before The Wedding | Grace Salazar |
| 2024 | Road Trip | Chiqui |

### Television

| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 1986–1996 | That's Entertainment | Herself (co-host) / Also Performer (Appeared on Monday episodes) | GMA Network |
| 1987–1994 | Palibhasa Lalake | Catherine / Cathy | ABS-CBN |
| 1988 | Chika Chika Chicks | Leslie (guest) | ABS-CBN |
| 1988-1991 | Tonight With Dick & Carmi | Herself (Co-Host) | ABS-CBN |
| 1989-1995 | Okay Ka, Fairy Ko! | Herself (guest) | ABS-CBN |
| 1989–1998 | Eat Bulaga! | Herself (co-host) | ABS-CBN / GMA Network |
| 1989–1991 | 13, 14, 15 | Herself | IBC-13 |
| 1989–1996 | The Maricel Drama Special | Various Roles | ABS-CBN |
| 1991–1992 | Abangan ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Elizabeth Delos Santos | ABS-CBN |
| 1991–1993 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Various roles | ABS-CBN |
| 1992–1997 | Ready, Get Set, Go! | Herself (host) | ABS-CBN |
| 1992 | Petabisyon: Hindi Tayo Magkabagay | Unknown | ABC-5 |
| 1994–1998 | Tropang Trumpo | Herself (co-host) | ABC-5 |
| 1994 | Telesine Specials: Perfect | | GMA Network |
| 1994 | Star Drama Theater: Carmina | Various Roles in 13 Episodes | ABS-CBN |
| 1995 | Calvento Files: Oroquieta Massacre | | ABS-CBN |
| 1995; 1996 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Various Roles | ABS-CBN |
| 1995–1998 | Oki Doki Doc | George | ABS-CBN |
| 1996 | Telesine Specials: Hacienda del Cielo | | GMA Network |
| 1997 | Telesine Specials: Hiwaga sa Bula | | GMA Network |
| 1997 | Telesine Specials: Dementia | | GMA Network |
| 1997 | Telesine Specials: Inaanod na Liwanag | | GMA Network |
| 1997 | Star Drama Theater: Camille | Guest Episode: Ang Daya Mo | ABS-CBN |
| 1997 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Wedding Vow | Aileen | ABS-CBN |
| 1998 | Ganyan Kita Kamahal | Eloisa Espiritu | GMA Network |
| 1998 | Telesine Specials: A Circle With Friends | | GMA Network |
| 1998 | Telesine Specials: Karugtong ng Buhay | | GMA Network |
| 1998 | Telesine Specials: Pasya ng Puso | | GMA Network |
| 1998–1999 | Halik sa Apoy | Atty. Alyssa Lambino / Celine | GMA Network |
| 1999 | Telesine Specials: Multo | | GMA Network |
| 1999 | Esperanza | Atty. Cynthia Salazar / Rosella Panganiban-Salgado | ABS-CBN |
| 1999–2001 | !Oka Tokat | Carmela de Dios | ABS-CBN |
| 2000 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Abito | | ABS-CBN |
| 2001–2003 | Recuerdo de Amor | Luisa Arellano / Rebecca Stuart | ABS-CBN |
| 2002–2003 | Morning Girls with Kris and Korina | Herself (co-host) | ABS-CBN |
| 2002 | Wansapanataym: Pambihirang Vampira | Vernie | ABS-CBN |
| 2003 | Nuts Entertainment | Herself (co-host) | GMA Network |
| 2003–2004 | Narito ang Puso Ko | Ava Grande | GMA Network |
| 2004–2010 | SiS | Herself (co-host) | GMA Network |
| 2004 | Mulawin | Ina | GMA Network |
| 2004 | Kakabakaba Adventures | Unknown | GMA Network |
| 2005 | Darna | Sabrina / Sulfura | GMA Network |
| 2005–2011 | Day Off | Herself/host | QTV |
| 2006 | Majika | Ayessa | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Princess Charming | Mabel de Saavedra | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Mga Mata ni Anghelita | Cristina Manresa | GMA Network |
| 2007–2008 | Marimar | Dra. Rhia Concepcion | GMA Network |
| 2008 | Codename: Asero | Lady Q / Sandy | GMA Network |
| 2009 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Reseta | Judith | ABS-CBN |
| 2009 | Sana Ngayong Pasko | young Remedios Dionisio | GMA Network |
| 2010 | The Last Prince | Reyna Lamara | GMA Network |
| 2010 | Claudine: Baby Maker | Rowena | GMA Network |
| 2010–2011 | Pepito Manaloto | Maricar Del Valle | GMA Network |
| 2010–2011 | Love ni Mister, Love ni Misis | Herself (host) | GMA Network |
| 2011 | Amazing Cooking Kids | Herself (host) | GMA Network |
| 2011 | Pahiram ng Isang Ina | Emily Martinez | GMA Network |
| 2012–2013 | Showbiz Inside Report | Herself (co-host) | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Gandang Gabi Vice | Herself (guest) | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Lorenzo's Time | Kathy Gonzales-Montereal | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Toda Max | Chef Mina | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Zoren-Carmina Always Forever, A wedding Like No Other | Herself | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Wansapanataym: The Perfect Gift | Joanna | ABS-CBN |
| 2013 | May Isang Pangarap | Vanessa Francisco | ABS-CBN |
| 2013–2014 | Got to Believe | Juliana San Juan-Manansala | ABS-CBN |
| 2014 | The Ryzza Mae Show | Herself (guest) | GMA Network |
| 2014 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Sanggol | Dina | ABS-CBN |
| 2014 | Wansapanataym: Nato de Coco | Liezel | ABS-CBN |
| 2015 | Bridges of Love | Alexa Meyers Antonio | ABS-CBN |
| 2015–2017 | Doble Kara | Lucille Acosta-Dela Rosa | ABS-CBN |
| 2016–2017 | Till I Met You | Cassandra "Cass" Bermudo-Duico | ABS-CBN |
| 2017 | Road Trip | Herself (guest) | GMA Network |
| 2017 | Eat Bulaga! | Herself (guest judge) | GMA Network |
| 2017 | Dear Uge | Weng | GMA Network |
| 2017 | Super Ma'am | Ceres | GMA Network |
| 2017–2018 | Kambal, Karibal | Geraldine Enriquez | GMA Network |
| 2018–2024 | Sarap, 'Di Ba? | Herself (host) | GMA Network |
| 2019 | Kara Mia | Aya Machado-Lacson | GMA Network |
| 2021 | Babawiin Ko ang Lahat | Dulce Espejo | GMA Network |
| 2021–2022 | Stories from the Heart: The End of Us | Maggie Corpuz | GMA Network |
| 2022 | Widows' Web | Barbara Sagrado-Dee | GMA Network |
| 2022–2024 | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | Lyneth Santos-Benitez / Lyneth Santos-Tanyag | GMA Network |
| 2024 | TiktoClock | Herself (Guest) | GMA Network |
| 2024 | Widows' War | Barbara "Barry" Sagrado-Dee | GMA Network |

## Awards and nominations

| Year | Work | Award | Category | Result |
| 1991 | Kapag Langit Ang Humatol | Gawad Urian Award | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 1995 | Wating | Young Critics Circle | Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role (Female, Adult, Individual) | Nominated |
| 1995 | Wating | Gawad Urian Award | Gawad Urian for Best Actress | Nominated |
| 1997 | Bayarang Puso | FAMAS Award | FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress | Won |
| 2009 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Reseta" | 23rd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Single Performance by an Actress | Won |
| — | Day Off | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Reality Program | Won |
| — | SiS | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show | Won |
| 2012 | The Road | 60th FAMAS Awards | FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 2013 | One More Try | 61st FAMAS Awards | FAMAS Award for Best Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 2013 | Showbiz Inside Report | Golden Screen Award | Outstanding Female Showbiz Talk Program Host | Nominated |
| 2014 | Showbiz Inside Report | Golden Screen Award | Outstanding Female Showbiz Talk Program Host | Nominated |
| 2016 | Doble Kara | 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Drama Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 2017 | Till I Met You | 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Drama Supporting Actress | Nominated |
| 2023 | Abot-Kamay na Pangarap | 12th Northwest Samar State University Students' Choice Awards for Radio and Television | Best Supporting Actress in Daytime Series | Won |