Princess Ryan
Princess Ryan | |
|---|---|
| Born | Princess Alejandria Ryan May 26, 1989 |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2006–2012 |
Princess Ryan (born May 26, 1989) is a former Filipina-Irish TV personality. She was a contact star with ABS-CBN and Star Magic.
Early life
[edit]Ryan was born in Maasin, Leyte to an Irish father and a Filipina mother. She was raised there until her elementary years, when they moved to Manila.[1]
Career
[edit]Ryan started modeling at a young age. She became a beauty contestant in a segment of the then noontime show, Magandang Tanghali Bayan. Although she didn't win, she was signed by Johnny Manahan.[1] She was introduced to the public as part of Star Magic's Star Circle Batch 13.[2] Her first TV show was on Bora.[1] Star Magic then formed a girl group, Koolchx, that included her, Malaya Lewandowski, Niña Dolino, Cassandra Ponti, and two other girls.[3] They performed on ASAP until the group split.[4] In 2008, she was part of the original cast of the comedy gag show Banana Split. She also appeared on Love Spell, Eva Fonda, Your Song, and Precious Hearts Romances Presents until 2010.[5][4]
In 2010 Ryan did not renew her contract with ABS-CBN, and joined TV5, appearing on Lokomoko U and P.O.5.[4] She had previously guest starred on TV5's Lipgloss for one season.[6] She then moved to the US to raise her daughter.[7]
Personal life and activism
[edit]Ryan has a daughter.[7] She was previously in a relationship with Alwyn Uytingco for two years.[8][9] She also has a sister, Genesis, who is a performer and auditioned for the second season of The Voice Philippines.[10][11]
In 2018, she founded Kidz Groove Neurodiversity Mission, a dance production and workshop for kids with disabilities. In 2024, Ryan was crowned as Model Mom Universe for her advocacy relating to motherhood.[7][12]
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Bora | |
| 2008 | Lipgloss | Sarah Madison |
| Love Spell: Ellay Enchanted | ||
| Eva Fonda | Rosanna Paredes/Osang | |
| 2008–2010 | Banana Split | Herself |
| 2009 | Your Song Presents: Someone To Love | Brenda |
| Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Somewhere In My Heart | Denise | |
| 2010 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Dancing Shoes | Herbert |
| Lokomoko U | Herself | |
| Midnight DJ: Ang Pagbabalik ng Babae sa Balete Drive | Sasha | |
| 2010–2011 | P.O.5 | Performer |
| 2012 | It's Showtime | Guest Juror |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Mark, Ryan (October 6, 2007). "It's about time GMA 7 comes up with another regional show". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ Abunda, Boy (June 20, 2005). "Will this Star Circle Batch prove to be lucky 13?". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ Samio, Veronica R. (February 24, 2008). "For a change Kristine biglang naging sosyal". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ a b c Mendoza, Ruel J. (May 22, 2010). "Princess Ryan and Valeen Montenegro find working for TV5 very much to their liking". Pep.ph. Retrieved April 11, 2025.
- ^ Glorioso, Bot (October 7, 2008). "Banana Split: Another serving of fun and laughter". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ Erece, Dinno (February 10, 2009). "Lipgloss begins third season on TV5, Feb 14". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ a b c Fernando, Jeff (2024-09-17). "Princess Ryan returns with new roles and advocacy for kids". Daily Tribune. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ Samio, Veronica R. (March 6, 2008). "Lovi hindi consistent ang acting, sweet pa rin kahit kontrabida". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ Castro, Roldan (June 16, 2010). "Alwyn Uytingco on status of relationship with Jennica Garcia: "'Sakto lang."". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ "A musical dining experience at movie-themed café". PEP.ph. August 8, 2013. Retrieved 2025-04-11.
- ^ The Voice of the Philippines (2014-11-22). The Voice of the Philippines Blind Audition “Love On Top” by Genesis Ryan (Season 2). Retrieved 2025-04-11 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Maxine Misa: Model Mom Universe 2023-2024 Advocacy Queen". Philstar.com. January 26, 2024. Retrieved 2025-04-11.