Raymond Oliver Cruz Ilustre (born July 20, 1989), better known by his screen name Rayver Cruz, is a Filipino actor, dancer and singer. He is the younger brother of fellow actor and dancer Rodjun Cruz.
Rayver Cruz | |
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 Rayver Cruz in 2014 short about the making of Dilim | |
| Born | Raymond Oliver Cruz Ilustre July 20, 1989 |
| Other names | Rayver, Ray Ray, Raymond, Ray |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, Dancer, Singer, Model |
| Years active | 1993–present |
| Agent(s) | Star Magic (2002–2018) GMA Artist Center (1995–2002; 2018–present) Associated Broadcasting Company (1993–1994) |
| Height | 1.84 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Family | Rodjun Cruz (brother) Sunshine Cruz (cousin) Donna Cruz (cousin) Geneva Cruz (cousin) Sheryl Cruz (cousin) Tirso Cruz III (uncle) |
Personal life
Rayver is a member of the Cruz family, a noted family line in the Philippine entertainment industry. He has two older brothers, Rodjun Cruz and Omar Cruz-Ilustre. His father, Rodolfo L. Ilustre, died in 2009 from kidney failure. He finished Grade 6 in Saint Mark's Institute in Las Pinas City.[citation needed]
He graduated in 2010 with a B.S. degree in Business Administration Management from St. Francis of Assisi College.[1]
Rayver is also a cousin of Sheryl Cruz, Sunshine Cruz, Geneva Cruz and Donna Cruz.[2]
Career
Cruz started as a former host together with his brother Rodjun in a children's magazine show 5 And Up on ABC (then TV5, and later "5"). In 1994, he moved to GMA Network and started as a child actor in the comedy show Kiss Muna, then moved to ABS-CBN in 2002 and became part of their contract talents before becoming a Star Magic talent. His first lead role was in the 2005 primetime TV series Spirits as Red, with actress Maja Salvador. He played another lead role as Mythos in the 2007 primetime show Rounin. On June 14, 2018, he left Star Magic, but he remained in Bagani, his final project at ABS-CBN.[3][4] After 18 years, he returned to GMA Network, his home network and signed a contract on September 6, 2018.[5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12]
Filmography
Television
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Production Company | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Pakisabi Na Lang Na Mahal Ko Siya | - | Regal Films | |
| 2003 | Mr. Suave | Carl | Star Cinema | |
| 2007 | Happy Hearts | Alvin | Regal Films | |
| 2007 | Bahay Kubo | Cholo | Regal Films | |
| 2007 | My Gym Partner's a Monkey | Phineas Porpoise | ||
| 2007 | Katas Ng Saudi | Kyle | ||
| 2008 | Kelly! Kelly! (Ang Hit na Musical) | Boom | ||
| 2009 | You Changed My Life | Marcelo "Macoy" Romero | Star Cinema | |
| 2009 | Shake, Rattle & Roll XI: Lamang Lupa | Archie | Regal Films | |
| 2010 | Cinco: Mata | Alvin | Star Cinema | |
| 2010 | Shake, Rattle and Roll 12: Isla | Ray | Regal Films | |
| 2011 | Forever and A Day | Mico | Star Cinema | |
| 2011 | A Mother's Story | King | Star Cinema & The Filipino Channel | |
| 2013 | On the Job | Bernabe | Star Cinema & Reality Entertainment | |
| 2013 | Saturday Night Chills | Mark | Cinema One Originals | |
| 2014 | Dilim | Emerson | Regal Films | |
| 2015 | Ex with Benefits | Andrew | Star Cinema & Viva Films | |
| 2015 | Buy Now, Die Later | Ato | Quantum Films | |
| 2017 | Ang Larawan | Charlie Dacanay | Culturtain Musicat Productions | |
| 2021 | On the Job: The Missing 8 |
Discography
Singles
- 2007: "Kembot" (as part of ASAP)
- 2016: "Bitaw"
Appearances
| Year Released | Album Title | Details | Record Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | ASAP Ultimate Dance 4 | First ASAP dance album certified platinum; single: "Kembot" | ASAP Music/Star Records |
| 2010 | ASAP Supahdance 2 | Second dance album with Kim Chiu, John Prats, Gab Valenciano & Mickey Perz | ASAP Music/Star Records |
Accolades
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 60th FAMAS Awards | Best Supporting Actor | A Mother's Story | Nominated | |
| 2013 | Cinema One Originals Awards | Best Actor | Saturday Night Chills | Won |
References
- ^ "Rayver graduates from college". Philippine Star. June 17, 2010. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Abanilla, Clarizel (June 15, 2018). "Is Rayver Cruz moving to GMA?". Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (June 15, 2018). "Rayver Cruz leaves Star Magic after 14 years". Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "Rayver Cruz bids goodbye to Star Magic - LionhearTV". www.lionheartv.net. June 17, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "Rayver Cruz, kumpirmado na ang paglipat sa GMA-7". Philippine Entertainment Portal. September 4, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Soriano, Gia Allana (September 5, 2018). "Rayver Cruz, balik Kapuso na!". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "WATCH: Returning Kapuso Rayver Cruz began career at GMA-7". GMA Network. September 5, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Soriano, Gia Allana (September 6, 2018). "Rayver Cruz, naimpluwensyahan ba nina Rodjun Cruz at Janine Gutierrez para lumipat sa GMA?". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Geli, Bianca (September 6, 2018). "IN PHOTOS: Rayver Cruz inks deal with GMA Network". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ Geli, Bianca (September 6, 2018). "Rayver Cruz, excited na sa bagong Kapuso project". GMA Network. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "GMA may Bonggang salubong kay Rayver". The Philippine Star. September 6, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ "Rayver Cruz officially a Kapuso". GMA Network. September 7, 2018. Retrieved February 22, 2019.
- ^ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/on-the-job-the-missing-8-venice-2021-1235011403/
External links
- Rayver Cruz at IMDb