Michael Pangilinan | |
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| Born | November 26, 1995 Pulilan, Bulacan, Philippines |
| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
| Genres | Pinoy pop O.P.M. |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, actor, model |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Labels | Star 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 with a passion for music.[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 on GMA.[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 his ex-girlfriend Erin Ocampo was pregnant with his child and he pledged his support, saying they were still friends.[6]
In 2016, it was confirmed 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]| Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHL | TPS | |||
| 2014 | "Pare, Mahal Ko Raw Ako" | – | – | Himig Handog P-Pop Love Songs 2014 |
| 2015 | "It Might Be You" | – | – | Everyday I Love You (OST) |
| "Pusong Ligaw" | – | – | Bridges of Love (OST) | |
| 2016 | "Hanggang Kailan" | – | – | Michael |
| "Your Love" | – | – | Dolce Amore (OST) | |
| 2017 | "Kung Sakali" | – | – | Non-album single |
| 2025 | "Alipin" | 19[8] | 8[9] | |
Albums
[edit]with Harana
- 2014: Harana
Solo Albums
- 2014: Michael Pangilinan (EP)
- 2016: Michael
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2016 | Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman | Himself | Performer | |
| 2010–2013 | Party Pilipinas | |||
| 2011 | Maynila: Young Love in Trouble | Rommel | Episode role | |
| 2012 | Maynila: My Heart's Keeper | Daniel | ||
| The X Factor Philippines | Himself | Auditionee | ||
| 2014–2015 | Luv U | Cameo role | ||
| 2015–2020 | ASAP | Performer | ||
| 2015 | Your Face Sounds Familiar 2 | Contestant | ||
| 2020 | Eat Bulaga! | Guest | ||
| 2020; 2021 | Wowowin | Guest Performer | ||
| 2020 | All-Out Sundays | [10] |
Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Pare, Mahal Mo Raw Ako | Red |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| 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]- ^ a b c d Umerez, Remy (March 16, 2013). "Life after a reality search". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 28, 2019.
- ^ "Michael Pangilinan's Guesting on Aquino & Abunda Tonight Trends on Twitter (Video)". Entertainment. Philippine News. September 19, 2014. Retrieved January 28, 2019.
- ^ "Your Face Sounds Familiar – PERFORMERS". PERFORMERS. ABS-CBN. Archived from the original on September 2, 2015. Retrieved January 28, 2019.
- ^ Maridol Rañoa-Bismark. "Michael Pangilinan hooked on R&B". The Philippine Star. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ 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.
- ^ "Teen singer Michael Pangilinan is going to be dad". ABS-CBN News – Entertainment (in English and Filipino). Archived from the original on January 13, 2017. Retrieved January 24, 2019.
- ^ "Garie doesn't mind BF Michael Pangilinan is already a dad". ABS-CBN News. August 10, 2016. Retrieved December 25, 2018.
- ^ "Philippine Hot 100 - Week of August 30, 2025". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved August 27, 2025.
- ^ "Top Philippine Songs - Week of August 30, 2025". Billboard Philippines. Retrieved August 27, 2025.
- ^ "Guesting ng BuDaKhel, nakatulong sa pagtaas ng rating ng All-Out Sundays?". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 4, 2023.
- ^ "Michael Best New Artist sa Awit Awards". November 8, 2014. Retrieved May 4, 2021.
- ^ "The Nominees for the 2015 Aliw Awards Have Been Announced!". November 2, 2015. Retrieved May 3, 2021.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Nominees for Awit Awards 2017". August 18, 2017. Retrieved May 3, 2021.
- ^ "FULL LIST: Gloc-9 leads nominees for Awit Awards 2018". May 28, 2018. Retrieved May 3, 2020.
- ^ "Full List: 3rd Wish 107.5 Music Awards Winners". Wish 107.5. January 15, 2018. Retrieved January 14, 2019.
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