Amy Perez

Maria Armida Parale Perez-Castillo (born September 5, 1969), known professionally as Amy Perez-Castillo or Tyang Amy (Tagalog: [ˈɐmɪ ˈpɛrɛs kasˈtiʎo]), is a Filipino television and radio presenter. Noted for her strong opinions and distinct brand in hosting, she has since established herself as a dependable figure in morning and noontime variety shows. Among the shows she presented or co-hosted include Family Kuarta o Kahon (1986), Eat... Bulaga! (1988), Sa Linggo nAPO Sila (1989), 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (1995), Magandang Tanghali Bayan (1998), M.R.S. (2005), Kabuhayang Swak na Swak (2006), Face 2 Face (2010), The Singing Bee (2013) Umagang Kay Ganda (2013) and It's Showtime (2016). She has received a selection of accolades for her work such as five PMPC Star Awards for Television including two wins for "Best Female TV Host" and three Alta Media Icon Awards.
==Career==
Perez's earliest big-time gig was co-hosting the noontime variety programs Family Kuarta o Kahon (1986–1990), Eat Bulaga! (1989–1995), Sa Linggo nAPO Sila (1990–1995), 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila (1995–1998), and Magandang Tanghali Bayan from 1998 until she left in 2002. After two years of absence from variety shows, she was chosen to be one of the hosts for the morning talk-variety show M.R.S.
As an actress, Perez portrayed diverse roles in both television and film. Notable performances include her role as Anne in 'Anak ni Baby Ama' and appearances in 'Flavor of the Month' alongside Joey Marquez and Alma Moreno. These films showcased her comedic talent, earning her recognition. Perez received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Helen in the Robin Padilla-starrer 'Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko.' She also featured in 'Petrang Kabayo 2: Ang Ganda-Ganda Ko,' 'Palibhasa Lalake,' 'Ipagpatawad Mo,' 'Tigasin,' and 'Pera o Bayong (Not da TV).'
On the television front, Perez took on roles in dramas such as 'Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan' (Mirriam), 'Habang Kapiling Ka' (Divine Ogata), and 'Ikaw sa Puso Ko' in 2004. She also appeared in two episodes of 'Komiks ' in 2006: 'Alpha Omega Girl' and 'Agua Bendita.' Additionally, she starred in the horror flick 'Matakot Ka sa Karma,' directed by Jose Javier Reyes, playing the role of Myrna in the segment entitled 'Kama.'
Her television appearances extended to 'Love Spell' in 2007, where she featured in the episode 'Shoes ko po, Shoes ko Day!' and ' I've Fallen for You,' portraying the character Ninang Beth. In 2019, Perez became the celebrity endorser for Belo Medical Clinic.
==Personal life==
Perez and musician Brix Ferraris share a son named Adi. She is also a cousin of veteran actress Lorna Tolentino. Despite filing for annulment from Ferraris, her request was denied by the Supreme Court.SC: Amy and Brix Still Married Subsequently, Perez entered into a relationship with radio host Carlo Castillo, with whom she has a son born in 2008. Actress-host Amy Perez gives birth to baby boy!. Pep.ph. Retrieved on June 27, 2017. In 2012, she confirmed her pregnancy, expecting her second child with Castillo, and announced a one-year leave from 'Face to Face.'
==Filmography==
===Film===
Year	Title 	Role
1984	Campus Beat 	Annie
1987	Jack & Jill 	Bridesmaid
1988	Bobo Cop 	
1989	Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko 	
1990	Anak ni Baby Ama 	
1990	Flavor of the Month 	
1990	Sa Diyos Lang Ako Susuko 	Helen
1990	Petrang Kabayo 2 (Anong Ganda Mo! Mukha Kang Kabayo)	Marianne
1991	Ipagpatawad Mo 	
1991	Kaputol ng Isang Awit 	Margaux Vicencio
1991	Darna 	
1994	Nag-iisang Bituin 	
1994	Oo Na, Sige Na 	Nina Bermudez
1995	Batang-X 	
1999	Tigasin 	
2000	Pera o Bayong: Not da TV 	Lola/Host
2006	Matakot Ka sa Karma 	Myrna
2007	I've Fallen for You 	Ninang Beth
2010	Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote 	Ina Magenta
2011	Enteng Ng Ina Mo 	Ina Magenta
2012	Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako 	Ina Magenta
===Television===
Year 	Title 	Role 	Network
1986–1990 	Family Kuarta o Kahon 	Herself / Co-host	RPN
1988–1995 	Eat Bulaga! 	Herself / Co-host	ABS-CBN
1987–1988 	Palibhasa Lalake 	Amy / Amelia 	ABS-CBN
1987–1988 	Kalatog Pinggan 	Herself / Co-host	
1990–1995 	Sa Linggo nAPO Sila 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
1995–1998 	'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
1998–2003 	Magandang Tanghali Bayan 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
2001 	Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan 	Mirriam 	ABS-CBN
2002 	Wansapanataym: Ang Pilyo at Ang Pilya 	Susan 	ABS-CBN
2002–2003 	Habang Kapiling Ka 	Divine Ogata 	GMA Network
2004 	Ikaw sa Puso Ko 	Various 	GMA Network
2004 	Leya, ang Pinakamagandang Babae sa Ilalim ng Lupa	Maruba 	GMA Network
2004–2005 	Diretsahan 	Herself / Host 	ABC
2005 	M.R.S. 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
2006–2010 	Kabuhayang Swak na Swak 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
2006 	Love Spell: Shoes Ko Po, Shoes Ko Day! 	Various 	ABS-CBN
2006 	Gulong ng Palad 	Lorraine Pineda 	ABS-CBN
2009 	Only You 	Emily 	ABS-CBN
2010–2013 	Face to Face 	Herself / Host 	TV5
2010–2011 	Juicy! 	Herself / Guest 	TV5
2010–2012 	Untold Stories Mula sa Face to Face 	Herself / Host 	TV5
2010–2012 	Sapul sa Singko 	Herself / Host 	TV5
2012–2013 	Ang Latest 	Herself / Host 	TV5
2012–2013 	Good Morning Club 	Herself / Host 	TV5
2013–2020 	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
2013–2015 	The Singing Bee 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBN
2014–2023 	Sakto 	Herself / Host 	DZMM TeleRadyoTeleRadyo
2016–present	It's Showtime 	Herself / Host 	ABS-CBNKapamilya ChannelA2ZTV5GTVGMA Network
2023 	Unang Hirit 	Herself / Guest 	GMA Network
2023–present	Kasalo 	Herself / Host 	TeleRadyo Serbisyo
===Radio shows===
Year 	Title 	Station 	
1989–1991 	Amy Perez on Radio Romance 101.9	Radio Romance 101.9 	
 	Ah OA (Amy and Hans On-Air) 	Radyo5 92.3 News FM 	
2006–2010 	A.M.Y. (About Me & You) 	DZMM Radyo Patrol 630	
2014–2020 	Sakto 	DZMM Radyo Patrol 630	
2023–present	Kasalo 	DWPM Radyo 630 	
==Awards and nominations==
Award 	Year	Nominee / Work 	Category 	Result	
Alta Media Icon Awards 	2016	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Host 	 	
Alta Media Icon Awards 	2017	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Host 	 	
Alta Media Icon Awards 	2018	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Host 	 	
Anak TV Seal Awards 	2023	Amy Perez 	Net Makabata Star 	 	
EdukCircle Awards 	2013	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Talk Show Host 	 	
Gawad Pilipino Icon Awards 	2022	Sakto 	Outstanding Female TeleRadyo Host of the Year 	 	
Jeepney TV Fan Favorite Awards 	2022	It's Showtime 	Favorite Musical/Variety Show Host 	 	
Nwssu Students' Choice Awards 	2023	Sakto 	Best Female Morning Show Host 	 	
Paragala Central Luzon Media Awards	2019	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Female Morning Show Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	1999	Magandang Tanghali Bayan	Best Female TV Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2007	Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak 	Best Educational Program Hosts (Shared with Uma Khouny and Chase Tinio.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2008	Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak 	Best Educational Program Hosts (Shared with Uma Khouny.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2009	Kabuhayang Swak Na Swak 	Best Educational Program Hosts (Shared with Gilbert Remulla.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2012	Good Morning Club 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Good Morning Club hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2012	Kumare Klub 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Christine Bersola-Babao and Chiqui Roa-Puno.)	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2012	Face to Face 	Best Public Affairs Program Hosts 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2013	Good Morning Club 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Good Morning Club hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2013	Face to Face 	Best Public Affairs Program Hosts (Shared with Gelli de Belen.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2014	The Singing Bee 	Best Game Show Hosts (Shared with Roderick Paulate.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2015	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2016	It's Showtime 	Best Female TV Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2016	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2017	It's Showtime 	Best Female TV Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2017	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2018	It's Showtime 	Best Female TV Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2018	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2019	It's Showtime 	Best Female TV Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2019	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2021	It's Showtime 	Best Female TV Host 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2021	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Best Morning Show Hosts (Shared with Umagang Kay Ganda hosts.) 	 	
PMPC Star Awards for Television 	2023	It's Showtime 	Best Female TV Host 	 	
Yahoo OMG! Celebrity Awards 	2013	Umagang Kay Ganda 	Favorite Female TV Host of the Year 	 	
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