Michael Pangilinan

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Michael Pangilinan
Born (1995-11-26) November 26, 1995 (age 28)
Pulilan, Bulacan, Philippines
OriginManila, Philippines
GenresPinoy pop
O.P.M.
Occupation(s)Singer, actor, model
Instrument(s)Vocals
Years active2010–present
LabelsStar Music

Michael Pangilinan is a Filipino singer-songwriter, actor, and model known for coming in second place in the second season of Your Face Sounds Familiar. He is also known for being a part of the band Harana.

Early life[edit]

Michael Pangilinan is a native of Pulilan, Bulacan, he is the second of the three children of Tony and Precy Pangilinan who were car dealers whose passion for music has been part of their hobby.[1]

Biography[edit]

Pangilinan first appeared on the franchise talent-search of ABS-CBN The X Factor Philippines in 2012, and was part of the Top 20 being eliminated during the "Judges House" episode.[1] He then had many appearances on the late night show Walang Tulugan of GMA 7[1] In 2014, he got his first break in showbiz when he interpreted a Himig Handog PPop Love Songs entry by Joven Tan entitled "Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako" that immediately trended because it somewhat tackles the LGBT community with its theme.[1][2]

He was part of the impersonating competition called Your Face Sounds Familiar in its 2nd Filipino season[3] where he finished first runner up to winner Denise Laurel.

He also sang some of the theme songs of ABS-CBN's teleseries and Star Cinema movies. He was part of the singing group Harana together with Marlo Mortel, Bryan Santos and Joseph Marco. He has recorded albums under Star Music, namely self titled album Michael Panglinan and then Michael. Since 2018, he has been part of the all-male vocal trio BuDaKhel along with Bugoy Drilon and Daryl Ong.

Besides singing, Pangilinan can play the guitar without taking up formal lessons because his parents are into music. His R&B vocal style was influenced by musicians including Luke Mejares and Duncan Ramos.[4] Among his musical influences were Janno Gibbs, Jay R and Brian McKnight.[5]

Personal life[edit]

In 2015, it was announced that an ex-girlfriend Erin Ocampo was pregnant with his child and he pledged his support, saying that the two of them were still friends.[6]

In 2016, it was confirmed that he is in a relationship with actress and singer Garie Concepcion, the daughter of actor Gabby Concepcion and Grace Ibuna.[7]

Discography[edit]

Singles[edit]

2020 Hanggang kailan (I Have a lover OST)

Albums[edit]

with Harana

  • 2014: Harana

Solo Albums

  • 2014: Michael Pangilinan (EP)
  • 2016: Michael

Filmography[edit]

Television[edit]

Year Title Role Notes Network Source
2010–2016 Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman Himself Performer GMA Network
2010–2013 Party Pilipinas
2011 Maynila: Young Love in Trouble Rommel Episode role
2012 Maynila: My Heart's Keeper Daniel
2012 The X Factor Philippines Himself Auditionee ABS-CBN
2014–2015 Luv U Cameo role
2015–2020 ASAP Performer
2015 Your Face Sounds Familiar 2 Contestant
2020 Eat Bulaga! Guest GMA Network
2020; 2021 Wowowin Guest Performer
2020 All-Out Sundays [10]

Film[edit]

Year Title Role Film Company
2016 Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako Red Viva Films

Awards and nominations[edit]

Name of the award ceremony, year presented, award category, nominee(s) of the award, and the result of the nomination
Award ceremony Year Category Nominee(s)/work(s) Result Ref.
Aliw Awards 2014 Best New Artist Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako Won [11]
2015 Best Actor (Musical) Kanser @35 the Musical Nominated [12]
2016 Best Male Performance in a Concert "Michael Sounds Familliar" Won
Awit Awards 2015 Best Performance by a New Male Recording Artist Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako Nominated
2017 Best Ballad Recording Hanggang Kailan Nominated [13]
2018 Best Collaboration Kung Ako Na Lang Sana (with Kaye Cal & Maya) Nominated [14]
People's Voice for Favorite Collaboration Nominated
MOR Pinoy Music Awards 2017 Male Artist of the Year Michael (Album) Won
PMPC Star Awards for Movies 2017 New Movie Actor of the Year Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako Nominated
PMPC Star Awards for TV 2012 Best New Male TV Personality Walang Tulugan with Master Showman Nominated
Wish 107.5 Music Awards 2017 Male Artist of the Year Himself Nominated
Song of the Year Hanggang Kailan Nominated
2018 Wishclusive R&B Performance of the Year Tayo Na Lang Won [15]

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b c d Umerez, Remy (March 16, 2013). "Life after a reality search". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 28, 2019.
  2. ^ "Michael Pangilinan's Guesting on Aquino & Abunda Tonight Trends on Twitter (Video)". Entertainment. Philippine News. September 19, 2014. Retrieved January 28, 2019.
  3. ^ "Your Face Sounds Familiar – PERFORMERS". PERFORMERS. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 28, 2019.
  4. ^ Maridol Rañoa-Bismark. "Michael Pangilinan hooked on R&B". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
  5. ^ Serato, Arniel (August 27, 2012). "Aspiring singer Michael Pangilinan no longer irked by his elimination from The X Factor Philippines". PEP.PH (in English and Filipino). Retrieved January 28, 2019.
  6. ^ "Teen singer Michael Pangilinan is going to be dad". ABS-CBN News – Entertainment (in English and Filipino). Retrieved January 24, 2019.
  7. ^ "Garie doesn't mind BF Michael Pangilinan is already a dad". ABS-CBN News. August 10, 2016. Retrieved December 25, 2018.
  8. ^ Cinema), ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (Star. "Everyday I Love You | Star Cinema". ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (Star Cinema). Retrieved June 1, 2017.
  9. ^ "- Main". entertainment.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved June 1, 2017.
  10. ^ "Guesting ng BuDaKhel, nakatulong sa pagtaas ng rating ng All-Out Sundays?". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 4, 2023.
  11. ^ "Michael Best New Artist sa Awit Awards". November 8, 2014. Retrieved May 4, 2021.
  12. ^ "The Nominees for the 2015 Aliw Awards Have Been Announced!". November 2, 2015. Retrieved May 3, 2021.
  13. ^ "FULL LIST: Nominees for Awit Awards 2017". August 18, 2017. Retrieved May 3, 2021.
  14. ^ "FULL LIST: Gloc-9 leads nominees for Awit Awards 2018". May 28, 2018. Retrieved May 3, 2020.
  15. ^ "Full List: 3rd Wish 107.5 Music Awards Winners". Wish 107.5. January 15, 2018. Retrieved January 14, 2019.