GARY V., THE ACTOR (Circa 1984-90)

Gary V. Live in Cebu Concert/
Cebu Plaza/ November 11, 1989

Edgardo Jose Martin Santiago Valenciano (b.1964), better known as Gary Valenciano or Gary V., is a Filipino musician, composer, actor, producer, and gospel singer who is best known for many songs, especially those that became theme songs for movies. His energetic dance moves also garnered him the nickname "Mr. Pure Energy."

In 1984, Gary V. tried acting, appearing in Hotshots with upcoming teen star Aga Muhlach. But it took him another two years to star in another movie. But this time, Gary V. was already a very big star in the musical scene, dubbed as “Total Entertainer” and “Concert King.” He went on to do several movies with Regal and Seiko Films, mostly doing comedy roles. However, his talent in acting was further honed by the late Lino Brocka when he appeared in two movies with the great director. "I wanted intensity, soul, passion. All these Gary gave me and more. This (referring to "Kung Tapos na ang Kailanman"), our first team-up ("Natutulog Pa ang Diyos"), was very rewarding," says Brocka of his new talent. Gary's performances in both movies showed depth and maturity. "Acting has always been a real challenge for me," admits Gary V. in some of his interviews.

Left- Hotshots (1984)- Stars Herbert Bautista, Raymond Lauchengco, Gary Valenciano and Aga Muhlach/ with Eula Valdez, Jobelle Salvador, Monette Rivera/ Directed by Jeric Soriano

Right- Horsey Horsey Tigidig Tigidig (1986)- Stars Tito, Vic and Joey, Maricel Soriano, Gary Valenciano, Manilyn Reynes, Chuckie Dreyfuss/ Directed by Luciano B. Carlos

Left- Di Bale Na Lang (Di Bale Na Lang Daw, O!) (1987)- Stars Gary Valenciano, Jackie Lou Blanco, Ricky Davao, Jestoni Alarcon, Rita Avila, Mon Alvir, Michael Locsin, Ian Veneracion/Special Participation- Pilita Corrales, Ronel Victor/ Directed byMike Relon Makiling

Right- Maria Went To Town (1987)- Stars William Martinez, Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera and Maricel Soriano/ Directed by Luciano B. Carlos

Rock-A-Bye Baby (Tatlo ang Daddy) (1988)- Stars Gary Valenciano, Jestoni Alarcon, Romnick Sarmenta, Sheryl Cruz, Rita Avila, Rachel Anne Wolfe, Joe Ed Serrano/ with Greggy Liwag, Maya dela Cuesta & Mutya Crisostomo/ Directed by Luciano B. Carlos



Ibulong Mo sa Diyos (1988)- Stars Vilma Santos, Gary Valenciano, Miguel Rodriguez and Eric Quizon/ with Nadia Montenegro, Rachel Anne Wolfe, Perla Bautista, Armida Siguon-Reyna/ and Nida Blanca, Edie Garcia & Barbara Perez/ Directed by Elwood Perez

Natutulog Pa ang Diyos (1988)- Stars Lorna Tolentino, Gary Valenciano and Ricky Davao/ with Gina Pareno, Ricky Belmonte, Dante Rivero, Marita Zobel, Michael Locsin, Tina Godinez/ Directed by Lino Brocka

Kung Tapos Na Ang Kailanman (1990)- Stars Gary Valenciano, Gretchen Barretto and Princess Punzalan/ with Eddie Garcia, Ricky Belmonte, Gina Pareno, Aurora Salve, Michael Locsin & Helen Vela / Directed by Lino Brocka

Papa's Girl (1990)- Stars Gary Valenciano, Alice Dixson and Aiza Seguerra/ with Kristina Paner & Cris Villanueva, Isabel Granada & Chuckie Dreyfuss and Cyntia patag/ Directed by Luciano B. Carlos