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Mary Aiko Shimoji Melendez (born December 16, 1975), known professionally as Aiko Melendez, is a Filipina actress and politician. Her father, Jimmy Melendez (born Jim Shinoji), was an actor. Her half-brother, Jam Melendez (son of Jimmy Melendez and Deborah Sun), also entered showbusiness.[1]

Aiko Melendez
Member of the Quezon City Council
Incumbent
Assumed office
June 30, 2022
Constituency5th District
In office
June 30, 2001  June 30, 2010
Constituency2nd District
Personal details
Born
Mary Aiko Shimoji Melendez

(1975-12-16) December 16, 1975 (age 46)
Quezon City, Philippines
Political partyNacionalista (2021–present)
Other political
affiliations
PMP (20092010)
Spouse(s)
(m. 2000; annulled 2004)

Martin Jickain
(m. 2006; annulled 2010)
Domestic partnerJefferson Khonghun
OccupationActress & politician

Aiko Melendez started as a child star in the early '80s under Regal Films among them, Santa Claus is Coming to Town in 1982 and she was billed simply as Aiko. In the late '80s, the same movie outfit, launched her together with Ruffa Gutierrez and Carmina Villaroel as teen actresses. From the late '80s through '90s, she became a blockbuster leading lady to big actors such as Richard Gomez, Jomari Yllana and Aga Muhlach. She received multiple awards for May Minamahal in 1993 and Sa 'yo Lamang in 1995. Her 1997 film, Kahit Kailan, received several awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). The movie was produced by Lily Monteverde. In the late 2000s, she starred in TV shows. In 2017, she garnered praises for her work in Wildflower, a primetime soap opera.


Career


Melendez was discovered in the late 1980s and signed a contract with Regal Films, becoming one of their 'Regal Babies'.[2]

In 2001, Melendez ran for councilor of the 2nd district of Quezon City and won. She was reelected in 2004 and in 2007 and remained in office for 9 years until 2010.[3][4] She ran for vice mayor of Quezon City in 2010 as the running mate of Mike Defensor, but lost to Joy Belmonte.

She did several shows on GMA Network but most often appeared on ABS-CBN.[3] In 2011, Aiko returned to ABS-CBN for an episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya and Reputasyon.[5][6] In 2013, she was part of the TV series Apoy Sa Dagat.[4] In 2015, Melendez played the role of Fionna Vargas in Inday Bote.[7] In 2017, Melendez played the role of Emilia Ardiente in Wildflower. In 2018, Melendez played the role of Matadora/Bighani in Bagani. In 2019, Melendez returned to GMA Network to play a role in Prima Donnas.

Melendez ran for Quezon City councilor in 2022, this time at the 5th district, and won.[8]


Personal life


Melendez was married to actor Jomari Yllana from 2000, but got separated after a year. They have a son named Andrei. Their marriage was annulled in 2004.[9]

In 2006, Melendez married Martin Jickain, with whom she has a daughter named Marthena. However, their marriage was annulled in 2010.

Melendez is currently dating Zambales's 1st district representative Jefferson "Jay" Khonghun.[10]

In 2013, Melendez converted to Born Again Christianity.[11]


Filmography



Television


Year Title Role Notes Source Network
1981 Anna Liza Unfinished TV series because of the death of Julie Vega. GMA Network
1989 Lovingly Yours, Helen
1995–1998 Bubble Gang Herself
1989–1995 Eat Bulaga! Herself / Co-host ABS-CBN
1993 The Maricel Drama Special Armina Episode: "Istranghera" [12]
1995–1998 'Sang Linggo nAPO Sila Herself / Co-hostess
2002 Klasmayts
2004 Yes, Yes Show!
2006 Noel GMA Network
2008 Your Song Marge Fernando Episode: "Someone Like You" ABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya Aurora Episode: "Kanin"
2009 Talentadong Pinoy Herself / Judge TV5
2010 Sine Novela: Basahang Ginto Rosenda Montecillo GMA Network
2011 Maalaala Mo Kaya Marivic Episode: "TV" ABS-CBN
2011–2012 Reputasyon Catherine Espeleta-Villamayor / Connie Aragon
2012 Nandito Ako Margareth Posadas TV5
Maalaala Mo Kaya Christie Episode: "Belen" ABS-CBN
2013 Apoy Sa Dagat Odessa Villarosa-del Sol [13]
2014 Maalaala Mo Kaya Gloria Episode: "Harmonica"
Ipaglaban Mo! Candida Episode: "Sa Aking Pagbangon"
The Ryzza Mae Show Herself GMA Network
Give Love of Christmas: The Gift Giver Rose Aguinaldo [14] ABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya Beth Episode: "Salamin"
2015 Inday Bote Fiona Vargas-Navarro [15]
Ipaglaban Mo! Belen Episode: "Inabusong Inosente"
Maalaala Mo Kaya Myrna Cuenco Episode: "Karaoke"
Maalaala Mo Kaya Sima Episode: "Lubid"
2016 Maalaala Mo Kaya Shirley Esguerra Episode: "Backpack"
The Story of Us Carmy Santos-Manalo [16]
Maalaala Mo Kaya Marilyn "Bing" Concine Episode: "Riles"
Maalaala Mo Kaya Amy Episode: "Popcorn"
Celebrity Playtime Player on Team 90's
2017–2018 Wildflower Emilia Ardiente-Torillo [17][18]
2018 Bagani Matadora / Bighani
2019 StarStruck Herself/Mentor 3 episodes guest-arc [19] GMA Network
Dear Uge Arlene Episode: "Bahay Bangayan"
2019–2022 Prima Donnas Ma. Kendra Fajardo-Claveria [20]
2021 I Can See You: #Future Menchie Torres
2022 Mano Po Legacy: The Flower Sisters Lily Chua

Movies


YearTitleRole
2018Rainbow's SunsetGeorgina
2017Pwera UsogMinda
2016Barcelona: A Love UntoldInsiang
2015Everyday I Love YouGuada Locsin
Etiquette for MistressesAdelle Ayson
2014Asintado
2009Yaya & Angelina: The Spoiled Brat MovieMommy
2003FilipinasVicky Filipinas
2000Mahal Kita, Walang IwananCynthia
1999Higit Pa Sa Buhay Ko
1998Ikaw Pa Rin Ang IibiginPia Tesoro
Pagdating ng Panahon
1997Kahit Kailan
Kung Marunong Kang Magdasal, Umpisahan Mo NaCynthia
Atraso: Ang Taong may KasalananTessa Villanueva
1996Ayoko na Sanang Magmahal
Huling Sagupaan
Mula Noon Hanggang NgayonBeverly
1995Batang-X
Araw-araw, Gabi-gabi
Bawal na Gamot 2
Sa'yo LamangLouella
1994Bawal na Gamot
Maalaala Mo Kaya: The MovieAna
Ang Ika-Labing Isang Utos: Mahalin Mo, Asawa MoSolidad
Multo in the CityMabel
Buhay ng Buhay Ko
1993May MinamahalMonica
Dugo ng Panday
Dino ... Abangan ang Susunod Na ...
Aguinaldo
1992Sinungaling Mong PusoAnna
Sonny Boy, Public Enemy Number 1 of Cebu City
Kamay ni Kain
Shake Rattle & Roll IVSister Mary John
Unang Tibok ng PusoLena
Buddy en Sol (Sine ito)Anna
Si Lucio at si Miguel: Hihintayin Kayo sa LangitRosanna
Guwapings: The First Adventure
Cornelia Ramos Story
1991Ali in WonderlandKili kili
Emma Salazar Case
Kung Sino Pa Ang Minahal
Gabo: Walang Patawad Kung PumatayMeanne
Underage TooAiko
1990Nimfa
Tora Tora, Bang Bang Bang
Last 2 Minutes
TreseTessa Encarnacion
1989Isang Araw Walang DiyosLaya
Romeo Loves Juliet ... But Their Families Hate Each Other!Juliet
My Pretty BabyMaria
1983Don't Cry for Me, PapaTessie
1982Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Where Love Has Gone

TV commercials



Awards



References


  1. "Filipina Actress - Aiko Melendez". Blogspot. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  2. Lo, Ricky. "The Evolution of The Regal Babies". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on 3 October 2017. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  3. Aiko open to TV project with ex-hubby Jomari ABS-CBN 06/06/2008
  4. Aiko makes comeback with May-December affair in 'Your Song' ABS-CBN. 08/30/2008
  5. "TV (Twist of Fate)". MMK 25. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  6. "Aiko Melendez admits she almost didn't accept her kontrabida role in Reputasyon". Push ABS-CBN. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  7. Santiago, Ervin. "Inday Bote patok na patok sa mga bagets; Aiko kinasusuklaman". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Bandera. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  8. "Aiko Melendez, Bobby Andrews file COC for councilor in QC". ABS-CBN News. October 6, 2021. Retrieved May 20, 2022.
  9. "Aiko Melendez Confirms Misunderstanding with Son Andrei". Philnews.ph. Retrieved 2 October 2017.
  10. "'Independent na ako': Aiko Melendez reveals marriage with Jomari Yllana annulled on Independence Day". Push.com.ph. June 12, 2020. Retrieved May 20, 2022.
  11. "19 Celebrities Who Changed Religions". Retrieved 6 August 2017.
  12. "The Maricel Drama Special: Istranghera". Youtube. ABS-CBN Teleseryes on TFC. August 19, 2019. Retrieved May 17, 2021.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  13. Angelica Panganiban plays dual role
  14. ABSCBN Entertainment (November 13, 2014). "GIVE LOVE ON CHRISTMAS Teaser". ABSCBN Entertainment. YouTube. Archived from the original on 2021-12-21. Retrieved November 30, 2014.
  15. INDAY BOTE Full Trailer: Soon on ABS-CBN!
  16. ABSCBN Entertainment (February 14, 2016). "THE STORY OF US Full Trailer: Soon on ABS-CBN!". ABSCBN Entertainment. YouTube. Retrieved February 19, 2016.[dead YouTube link]
  17. Wildflower Trade Trailer: Coming in 2017 on ABS-CBN!. YouTube. ABS-CBN Corporation. November 23, 2016. Retrieved January 27, 2017.[dead YouTube link]
  18. Wildflower Full Trailer: Coming Soon on ABS-CBN!. YouTube. ABS-CBN Corporation. January 26, 2017. Retrieved January 27, 2017.[dead YouTube link]
  19. Inside StarStruck: Sampalan Acting 101 with the 'StarStruck' boys (Video). Jul 10, 2019. Archived from the original on 2021-12-21.
  20. "Aiko Melendez joins GMA's Prima Donnas!". Bored Productive. Bored Productive. May 23, 2019. Retrieved May 23, 2019.
  21. Marah Ruiz (December 6, 2020). "Ilang Kapuso stars, wagi sa RAWR Awards 2020". GMA Network. Retrieved December 6, 2020.





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