Jimmy Bondoc
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Jimmy Bondoc | |
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Birth name | James Patrick Romero Bondoc |
Born | May 31, 1975 |
Origin | Manila, Philippines |
Genres | OPM, pop |
Occupation(s) | Singer, composer, producer |
Labels | Star Music[1] Sony BMG |
Jimmy Bondoc (born James Patrick Romero Bondoc; May 31, 1975) is a Filipino musician and songwriter best known for composing his songs Let Me Be The One and Hanggang Dito Nalang.
In 2018, he was appointed as the vice-president for community relations at the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Previously he was appointed by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, as assistant vice-president in the Entertainment Department of the said corporation.
Personal life[]
Bondoc studied at the Ateneo de Manila University from elementary to college,[2] with a degree in AB communications.
As of 2017, he is currently studying law, at the San Beda.[3]
Career[]
Bondoc is an acoustic musician and has also composed and produced songs. Bondoc is known for his original hits "The Man I Was With You", "Akin Na Lang Sana Siya" and his biggest hit, "Let Me Be The One."
In 2005, Bondoc had a relationship with the Filipina singer Nina also have faced disputes with Nyoy Volante.[4][5]
In 2009, Bondoc released his album entitled "Walang Araw, Walang Ulan under the Sony-BMG.[6]
In 2010, the album Ang Mahiwagang Bisikleta at Ang Huling Makata was released.[7]
Bondoc became a resident juror on the Philippine adaptation of the Sing If You Can franchise, Twist and Shout.[8][9] Bondoc has also served as a regular celebrity mentor on It's Showtime.[10][11][12]
Bondoc was also a radio host for The RnB Show at 97.9 Natural (now known as 97.9 Home Radio) with Duncan Ramos until the end of 2014. He is also part of the band called the Sabado Boys alongside Luke Mejares, Paolo Santos and Dj Myke.
In 2015, Bondoc was among the showbiz personalities who campaigned for Rodrigo Duterte's presidential candidacy. He composed the song "Takbo" (Run), performed by various OPM artists who supported him, to seek the then-Davao City Mayor Duterte to officially run for President at that time.[13]
Presidential appointee[]
On July 2016, Bondoc has been appointed as the Assistant Vice President for Entertainment of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR),[14] replacing Bong Quintaña. His appointment did not come without criticisms as citizens questioned his qualifications for the post.[15]
Palit-Bise rally[]
On April 2017, Bondoc was one of the organizers of "Palit-Bise" rally held at Luneta.[16] Held by pro-Duterte supporters, PNP estimated that the crowd numbered only to 4,500 in comparison with the millions who voted for Duterte.[17] The rally was said to be funded by donations coming from OFW supporters of the president through the Gava Gives online platform. There were questions were raised if collected funds were taxable.[18] On March 28, 2017, in a press conference prior to the rally, there were reported instances of bloggers and journalists receiving "gas money", for those who took public transport to go to the press conference.[19]
ABS-CBN Franchise Renewal[]
On May 2019, Bondoc posted his sentiments on the impending end of ABS-CBN's legislative franchise, typing "I AM EAGERLY AWAITING YOUR DEMISE".[20]
On June 12, 2019, Bondoc celebrated the news[21] of the House of Representatives freezing discussions on renewal of the media company's legislative franchise.[22]
Awards[]
Association | Category | Result |
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22nd Aliw Awards | Best Performance in a Concert (Smaller Venue) | Won |
1st Philippine radio Music Awards | Alternative Solo Artist of the Year (Hanggang Dito Na Lang) Best Pop Male (Hanggang Dito Na Lang) |
Nominated |
Aliw Awards | Best Male Performer | Nominated |
Business Excellence Awards | Best Acoustic Male Performer | Won |
IFM Pinoy Music Awards | Best Acoustic Male Performer | Won |
Awit Awards | Nomination for the song "Let Me Be The One" | Nominated |
Business Excellence Awards | Most Popular Song by a Male Performer | Won |
Aliw Awards | Best Male Performer | Won |
Aliw Awards | "Last Year's Christmas" for Best Christmas Song Best Male Performer |
Nominated |
Aliw Awards | Best Performance in a Concert Collaboration | Won |
MTV Pilipinas Awards | Favorite Male Artist Best Video for The Man I Was With You |
Nominated |
See also[]
- Nina Girado
- Aiza Seguerra
References[]
- ^ "Jimmy". Kabayan Central. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ "Pagcor appointee posts credentials, mangles English language". Inquirer Lifestyle. July 13, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ Santos, Rhea Manila. "Jimmy Bondoc admits going to law school is his lifelong dream". Push. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ Valdez-Pua, Antonette (May 20, 2006). "Nina (finally) talks about ex-boyfriend Jimmy Bondoc". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on June 3, 2012. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ Panalingan, Jojo (November 24, 2005). "Jimmy Bondoc reveals truth about relationships with Nyoy, Nina". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 27, 2013.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Jimmy Bondoc: Writing songs much harder". ABS-CBN News. January 14, 2009. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ Balbuena, Vanessa A. (November 6, 2010). "Jimmy Bondoc bares innermost feelings in new album". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ Belen, Crispina M. (July 2, 2010). "'Twist and Shout,' a different kind of singing contest". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on November 29, 2011. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ Pulumbarit, Oliver M. "They 'Twist and Shout' no matter what". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on December 16, 2013. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ Sanchez, Giselle (November 6, 2012). "Meet The New Celebrity Mentors Of 'It's Showtime'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 27, 2013.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "CELEBRITIES MENTOR GRAND FINALISTS IN IT'S SHOWTIME'S 'BIDA KAPAMILYA'". ABS-CBN Corporation. October 15, 2012. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ "Showtime Bida Kapamilya Grand Finals Winner". Cool Buster. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
- ^ Caredo, Karina V. (November 15, 2015). "Duterte touched by song 'Takbo'". SunStar. Sun.Star Davao. Retrieved July 10, 2016.
- ^ Ganal, FM (July 10, 2016). "Jimmy Bondoc is the newly-appointed AVP for Entertainment for PAGCOR". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Filipino). Retrieved July 10, 2016.
- ^ News, ABS-CBN (July 12, 2016). "Not qualified? Jimmy Bondoc defends appointment in Pagcor". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ News, ABS-CBN (April 2, 2017). "Robredo critics hold 'Palit Bise' rally in Luneta". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ "Nilangaw! PNP says only 4,500 attend Jimmy Bondoc, Mocha Uson 'palit-bise' rally". politics.com.ph. April 2, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ Robles, Raïssa (April 18, 2017). "OPINION: For now, P2M raised is legally Jimmy Bondoc's 'personal income'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ Robles, Raïssa (April 21, 2017). "OPINION: Pro-Duterte group gave reporters and bloggers 'gas money' for attending its presscon". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ "Angel Locsin hits Jimmy Bondoc over post on ABS-CBN franchise renewal". Rappler. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ Diaz, Jess. "House freezes ABS-CBN franchise bill, firm takes movies to China market". Philstar.com. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
- ^ "Jimmy Bondoc posts long message after House freezes ABS-CBN franchise". PEP.ph. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
External links[]
- 1975 births
- Living people
- Ateneo de Manila University alumni
- Filipino male actors
- Filipino male singers
- Filipino television personalities
- Filipino pop singers
- Star Music
- Star Music artists
- Duterte Administration personnel