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Mikael Daez | |
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.jpg) Daez in 2023 | |
| Born | Mikael Banzon Daez January 6, 1988 Manila, Philippines |
| Other names | Mik, Kap |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model, television host |
| Years active | 2011–present |
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| Height | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 1 |
| Relatives | Emilio Daez (brother) |
Mikael Banzon Daez (Tagalog: [mikaˈʔel ˈdaʔes]; born January 6, 1988) is a Filipino commercial model, actor, news anchor, television and events presenter, and vlogger. Daez is well known for his starring role in Amaya, a Philippine historical drama, alongside Marian Rivera.[1] He also starred in 2011 in the remake of the hit blockbuster 1980s film Temptation Island under GMA Films. He is currently an exclusive talent of GMA Network,[2] Sparkle GMA Artist Center[3] and GMA Pictures.[4]
Biography
[edit]Daez started his career as a commercial model in various advertisements and projects. Later on, Daez started opening his career into acting, and is currently signed with GMA Network in the Philippines.
Personal life
[edit]Mikhael Banzon Daez was born on January 6, 1988, in Manila, Philippines to a family of nine siblings. He attended the Ateneo de Manila University from grade school to college, earning a degree in business management.[5]
His younger sister Bea Daez is a graduate of the University of the Philippines and was a varsity basketball player for the UP Fighting Maroons. She also provides commentaries for the UAAP Men's & Women's Basketball games.
On January 25, 2020, he married his longtime girlfriend Megan Young.[6][7] Their first child was born in 2025.[8]
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011–2012 | Amaya | Lumad |
| 2011 | Amaya: The Making of an Epic | Himself |
| Spooky Nights Presents: Bampirella | Michael Dela Rosa | |
| 2012 | My Beloved | Nelson De Guia |
| Legacy | Himself / Miss Tala Pageant Host | |
| 2012–2013 | Sana ay Ikaw na Nga | Carlos Miguel Altamonte |
| 2012–2019 | Bubble Gang | Himself |
| 2013 | Saksi | Himself / Segment anchor for "Midnight Express" |
| With a Smile | Dean Vicencio | |
| Titser | Kurt Reyes | |
| Wagas: Ang aking Pangako | Ronnick | |
| 2013–2014 | Adarna | Falco |
| 2014 | Wagas: Howie and Ipat Love Story | Howie Severino |
| The Ryzza Mae Show | Himself / Guest | |
| 2014–2016 | Ismol Family | Bernie |
| 2014–2015 | Ang Lihim ni Annasandra | William Benitez |
| 2015 | Blood in Dispute | Marco |
| My Faithful Husband | Dean Montenegro | |
| Dangwa | Jericho Santillian / Leon McAllister | |
| Wagas: Born to Love You | Nielsen Donato | |
| 2016 | Poor Señorita | Rafael 'Paeng' Castillo |
| Dear Uge: Acting Dyowa | Patrick | |
| Wagas: Love at Second Sight | Sonny Angara | |
| Someone to Watch Over Me | Dave | |
| 2017 | Legally Blind | Edward Villareal |
| Tsuperhero | Han | |
| People vs. the Stars | Himself / Contestant | |
| Follow Your Heart | ||
| Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Red Mildred and the Wolf | Temyong | |
| 2017–2018 | Celebrity Bluff | Himself / Guest Player |
| All-Star Videoke | Himself / Contestant | |
| 2018 | Lip Sync Battle Philippines | |
| The Stepdaughters | Francis Almeda | |
| Dear Uge: Bagong Bahay, Bagong Away | Carlo | |
| 2019 | Alex and Amie | Alex Sablay |
| Dear Uge: Paano makawala sa friendzone? | Jake | |
| Daddy's Gurl | Kanye | |
| Studio 7 | Himself / Guest | |
| 2020–2021 | Love of My Life | Nikolai Gonzales |
| 2020 | The Boobay and Tekla Show | Himself / Guest |
| 2021 | The Final Word with Rico Hizon | |
| 2022 | The Best Ka! | Himself / Host |
| 2022–2023 | Family Feud | Himself / Guest Player |
| 2022–2024 | Running Man Philippines | Himself / Contestant |
| 2023 | Royal Blood | Kristoff Royales |
| TiktoClock | Himself / Guest | |
| 2023–2024 | Fast Talk with Boy Abunda | |
| 2024 | It's Showtime |
Films
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Temptation Island | Ricardo |
| 2012 | Sosy Problems | Santiago Elizalde |
Awards
[edit] | This section of a biography of a living person needs additional citations for verification. (April 2012) |
| Year | Film award/critics | Award/nomination |
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| 2012 | Favorite Movies, TV Show, & Music Awards | Most Promising Actor of the Year (Included) |
| 2011 | 1st Yahoo! OMG Awards | Amazing Male Newcomer nomination |
| 100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines | Rank #62 | |
| Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by an Actor Nominee for Amaya |
References
[edit]- ^ Santiago, Erwin (February 16, 2011). "Actor Sid Lucero and model Mikael Daez are Marian Rivera's leading men in Amaya". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Retrieved July 13, 2012.
- ^ "Mikael Daez renews exclusive contract with GMA Network and GMA Sparkle Artist Center". Philippine Entertainment Portal. August 26, 2021.
- ^ "Mikael Daez renews exclusive contract with GMA Network and GMA Sparkle Artist Center". Philippine Entertainment Portal. August 26, 2021.
- ^ "Kapuso actor Mikael Daez reminisces doing the GMA Pictures' movie 'Temptation Island' in Ilocos Norte". Philippine Entertainment Portal.
- ^ Lo, Ricky (June 1, 2011). "The other side of Mikael". philstar.com. Archived from the original on August 19, 2024. Retrieved October 24, 2023.
- ^ "Megan Young ties the knot with Mikael Daez". cnn. January 25, 2020. Archived from the original on January 25, 2020. Retrieved December 20, 2020.
- ^ Juan, Ratziel San. "#Finally: Megan Young and Mikael Daez married after 9 years". Philstar.com. Retrieved December 20, 2020.
- ^ "Megan Young, isinilang na ang first baby nila ni Mikael Daez". GMA News. Retrieved May 28, 2025.