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Kaye Abad
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Kaye Abad | |
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| Born | Katherine Grace Cosme Abad May 17, 1982 Easton, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1993–present |
| Agent | Star Magic (1993–2015; 2022–present) |
| Spouse |
Paul Jake Castillo (m. 2016) |
| Children | 2 |
| Relatives | Sarah Jane Abad[1] (sister) |
Katherine Grace "Kaye" Cosme Abad-Castillo (born May 17, 1982) is a Filipino actress.
Abad started her career in 1993 and is a member of ABS-CBN's Star Magic. She was launched as a member of Star Circle (now Star Magic Batch 3) in 1996.
Career
Kaye Abad started in 1993 in the Philippine entertainment industry, and was cast in the youth-oriented show Ang TV. She also starred in numerous teen-oriented films and TV series, notably paired with John Lloyd Cruz. The tandem of Cruz and Abad is best remembered in the television series Tabing Ilog which ran from 1999 to 2003.[2]
In 2006, Abad played Cynthia in the prequel fanta-serye Super Inggo opposite Makisig Morales, followed by its sequel in 2007 Super Inggo 1.5: Ang Bagong Bangis.
In 2009, Abad returned to television via Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Bud Brothers Series. She took over the role originally intended for Roxanne Guinoo, who was supposed to play the lead role opposite Guji Lorenzana.[2]
In 2010, she played her first antagonist role in the drama romantic series Precious Hearts Romances: Alyna as Lilet Cenarosa-del Carmen.
Lorenzana and Abad were given the lead roles in the third installment of the Precious Hearts Romances series.[3] Abad played a supporting role as Jenny Ambrosio in Angelito: Batang Ama and its sequel Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto on its weekday afternoon program.
Abad appeared on the cover of FHM Philippines' June 2012 issue.[4]
In 2013, she played an antagonist role in the family drama series Annaliza as Stella Celerez-Diaz and in 2014,[5] Abad appeared on Two Wives as Yvonne Aguilluz-Guevarra.[6]
In 2019, she played Ella in Nang Ngumiti ang Langit, marking her comeback to showbiz.
In 2025, after the pandemic she made a comeback through a movie entitled ConMom that been a original movie of Netflix.
Personal life
Abad's family hails from Cavite. Actress Sarah Jane Abad is her sister.
She became the ambassador of Manila International Airport Authority, the government agency for Ninoy Aquino International Airport, since February 13, 2008.
Abad previously had relationships with actor John Lloyd Cruz, band vocalist Chito Miranda, and singer Guji Lorenzana.[7]
Abad met Paul Jake Castillo during the production of Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Alyna (2010–11). He is a businessman known for being the runner-up of the reality show Pinoy Big Brother: Double Up (2009–10).[7] Abad and Castillo began their relationship in 2014.[8] They became engaged in May 2016,[9] with the latter proposing on the former's 34th birthday.[10] They married on December 9, 2016 at a ceremony in Castillo's hometown, Cebu City.[11] Their first son was born in 2017 while their second son was born in 2021.[12][13]
In 2025, Abad was diagnosed with breast cancer. After a year of treatment in Singapore, she was declared cancer-free.[14]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s): |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992–1997 | Ang TV | Herself | ||
| 1995 | Kaybol: Ang Bagong TV | Kat-Kat | ||
| 1995–2018 | ASAP | Herself – Host / Performer | ||
| 1996–1999 | Gimik | Kakai Marquez | ||
| 1997–1999 | Mula sa Puso | Glenda Corpuz | ||
| 1997 | !Oka Tokat | Elena | Episode: "Telekinesis" | |
| 1998 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Ningning | Episode: "Aklat" | [15] |
| Teresa | Episode: "Kinky Hair" | |||
| 1998–1999 | Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako | Eloisa | ||
| 1999 | Hiraya Manawari | Margarita | Episode: "Si Benjamin at ang Palaka" | [16] |
| 1999–2002 | G-mik | Kakai Marquez | ||
| 1999–2003 | Tabing Ilog | Epifania "Eds" delos Santos-Mercado | [17] | |
| 2000 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Tin-tin | Episode: "Burger Joint" | |
| 2001 | Wansapanataym | Ruth | Episode: "Si Louie, Si Luisa" | |
| 2001 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Nanette | Episode: "Banyo" | |
| 2002 | Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan | Sophia Bustamante Ilagan | ||
| 2002 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Bernadette | Episode: "Suman at Ketchup" | |
| 2003 | Carol Banawa | Episode: "Mikropono" | ||
| 2003 | Roxanne | Episode: "Pawikan" | ||
| 2003–2004 | Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas | Shane Diwata | ||
| 2004 | Tara Tena: Steps to the Heart | Marla | ||
| 2004 | Wansapanataym | Monique | Episode: "Mic ni Monique" | |
| 2005 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Ilang | Episode: "Bestida" | |
| 2006–2007 | Super Inggo | Cynthia | ||
| 2007 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Patty | Episode: "Blue Rose" | |
| 2007 | Super Inggo 1.5: Ang Bagong Bangis | Cynthia | ||
| 2009 | May Bukas Pa | Minerva | ||
| 2009 | Precious Hearts Romances: Bud Brothers Series: Pepper's Roses | Peppermint "Pepper" Nuque | [3][2][18] | |
| 2009 | Precious Hearts Romances: Somewhere in My Heart | Eufemia "Femi" Dalisay | [3] | |
| 2010 | Rubi | Princess Rodrigo / Cristina Perez | ||
| 2010–2011 | Precious Hearts Romances: Alyna | Lilet Cenarosa-Del Carmen | Main Cast | |
| 2011–2012 | Angelito: Batang Ama | Jenny Ambrosio | Lead Cast | |
| 2012 | Lorenzo's Time | Young Mildred Montereal-Gamboa | ||
| 2012 | Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto | Jenny Ambrosio-Abella | Lead Cast | |
| 2013 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Leni Robredo | Episode: "Tsinelas" | |
| 2013–2014 | Annaliza | Stella Celerez-Querubin / Stella Celerez-Diaz | Lead Cast / Antagonist | |
| 2014–2015 | Two Wives | Yvonne Aguiluz-Guevarra / Yvonne Aguiluz-Medrano | Lead Cast | |
| 2019 | Nang Ngumiti ang Langit | Ella Dimaano-Salvador | Special Participation | |
| 2022–present | ASAP Natin 'To | Herself | ||
| 2023 | Happy Together | Rose | Guest Cast |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s): |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Ang TV: The Movie | |||
| 1997 | Flames: The Movie: Tameme | Jenny | [15] | |
| 1998 | Nagbibinata | Mae | [15] | |
| 1999 | Oo Na, Mahal Na Kung Mahal | Miles | Main cast | [15] |
| 2001 | Mila | Winona | [15] | |
| 2002 | Batas ng Lansangan | Marissa | ||
| 2002 | Kung Ikaw Ay Isang Panaginip | Peachy | ||
| 2003 | Ang Tanging Ina | Jenny | ||
| 2009 | Iliw | Fidela | ||
| 2010 | My Amnesia Girl | The Teacher | Cameo appearance | |
| 2010 | Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To!) | Jenny | Supporting cast | [19] |
| 2011 | Unplugged | Isabel | ||
| 2012 | 24/7 in Love | Housekeeping Lady | Cameo appearance | |
| 2015 | The Bet | |||
| 2015 | The Comeback | Isabel | ||
| 2024 | A Journey | Shane |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Work | Award | Category | Result | Source |
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| 1998 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Aklat" | Asian Television Award 1998 | Best Actress | Nominated | [15] |
| 2014 | Annaliza | Yahoo! Celebrity Awards | Female Kontrabida of the Year | Nominated | |
| 2015 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: "Hat" | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Single Performance by an Actress | Nominated | [20] |
Notes
References
- ↑ Santos, Jamil (May 13, 2021). "Kaye at Sarah Jane Abad, Sino ang Mas Matanda at Unang Pumasok sa Showbiz?". Balitambayan. GMA News Online. Retrieved October 31, 2021.
- 1 2 3 Quintos, Napoleon (June 16, 2009). "Kaye Abad returns to TV in 'Precious Hearts Romances presents Bud Brothers'". Showbuzz Feature. ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on June 19, 2009. Retrieved October 18, 2010.
- 1 2 3 Quintos, Napoleon (October 7, 2009). "Kaye Abad is very happy to be back on TV". Showbuzz Feature. ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on December 6, 2010. Retrieved October 18, 2010.
- ↑ "Actress Kaye Abad is FHM's June 2012 cover girl, tagged as "The girl you want to grow old with"". SPOT.ph. Summit Media. June 1, 2012. Retrieved May 25, 2026.
- ↑ Smith, Chuck (August 16, 2013). "Kaye Abad 'Confident' She Has No Sex Video with Chito Miranda". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on September 17, 2016. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ "Angelica Panganiban faces John Lloyd's ex Kaye Abad". Star Cinema. October 16, 2014. Archived from the original on October 29, 2014. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- 1 2 Lastrilla, Gary Ann (December 5, 2014). "Kaye Abad speaks up about her exes and current love Paul Jake Castillo". ABS-CBN. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
- ↑ "Kaye Abad, Paul Jake Castillo Confirm Relationship". ABS-CBN News. May 27, 2014. Archived from the original on August 20, 2016. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ "Kaye Admits Breaking Hearts of Ex-boyfriends". ABS-CBN News. May 30, 2016. Archived from the original on June 28, 2016. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ Jimenez, Joyce (May 18, 2016). "Kaye Abad, Paul Jake Castillo Engaged". The Philippine Star. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ "Kaye Abad marries Paul Jake Castillo in Cebu". ABS-CBN News. December 9, 2016. Retrieved December 9, 2016.
- ↑ "Kaye Abad gives birth to baby boy". ABS-CBN News. December 22, 2017. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
- ↑ Acar, Aedrianne (September 5, 2022). "Farm-themed birthday party for Kaye Abad and Paul Jake Castillo's second son, Iñigo Leon". GMA Network. Retrieved August 31, 2024.
- ↑ Mallorca, Hannah (May 18, 2026). "Kaye Abad reveals she is a breast cancer survivor". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 23, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 Abunda, Boy (July 19, 2001). "Kaye Abad: True-blue Child of Show Business". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on September 17, 2016. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ "Si Benjamin at ang Palaka". Hiraya Manawari. ABS-CBN. Archived from the original on June 27, 2021. Retrieved June 27, 2021.
- ↑ Doplito, Harold Jason L. (August 9, 2000). "On Location: 'Tabing Ilog': Wet Behind the Ears—and not Wild Either". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on August 15, 2021. Retrieved October 18, 2016 – via Google News.
- ↑ Serato, Arniel C. (March 18, 2014). "Guji Lorenzana Confirms Breakup with Kaye Abad". GMA News. Archived from the original on September 20, 2016. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ Balbuena, Vanessa A. (December 27, 2010). "Ai Ai delas Alas: "Ang Tanging Ina" On and Off Screen". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on September 17, 2016. Retrieved July 12, 2016.
- ↑ "Nominees for the 29th Star Awards for TV bared; Kapuso Alden Richards Competes Against Six Kapamilya Stars for Best Drama Actor". Philippine Entertainment Portal. November 8, 2015. Archived from the original on November 24, 2015. Retrieved December 2, 2015.