Benjamin Alves
Benjamin Sapida (born March 31, 1989), whose previous screen name was Vince Saldaña and current screen name is Benjamin Alves, is a Filipino-Guamanian actor and model under the management of GMA Network.
Benjamin Alves | |
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 Alves in 2016 | |
| Born | Benjamin Sapida[fn 1] March 31, 1989 |
| Other names | Ben, Benj, Benjie |
| Citizenship |
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| Alma mater | University of Guam |
| Occupations | Model, actor |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Agents |
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| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) |
| Spouse |
Chelsea Robato (m. 2024) |
| Relatives | Piolo Pascual (uncle) Iñigo Pascual (cousin) Julia Pascual (cousin) |
Benjamin Sapida[fn 1] (born March 31, 1989), whose previous screen name was Vince Saldaña and current screen name is Benjamin Alves, is a Filipino-Guamanian actor and model under the management of GMA Network.
Biography
[edit]Early life
[edit]Alves was born Benjamin Quiambao Sapida on March 31, 1989, Hagåtña, Guam. He is a nephew of Filipino actor Piolo Pascual.[1][2]
Vince Saldaña (2006–2009)
[edit]In 2006, Alves went to the Philippines to pursue a modeling career.[2] He entered showbusiness with the screen name Vince Saldaña in 2008 and appeared in ABS-CBN's reality model-search competition Close-Up to Fame, where he was a finalist.[3] He then signed a contract with VIVA and got his first acting role in QTV's teen series Posh in 2007. In that same year, he appeared in other Viva Films movies like Ang Cute ng Ina Mo and Apat Dapat, Dapat Apat.[2][4][5] He also starred on teleseryes Dalawang Tisoy[6] in RPN 9, Ysabella[7] on ABS-CBN and Impostora[8] on GMA Network. Apart from his work on television series and films, Alves also appeared in various TV commercials and magazines.[2] He was supposed to be one of the cast of GMA Network's L.U.V. Pow but was withdrawn after the cast reboot.[9] Alves left show business in 2009 to continue his studies.[2]
In 2012, Alves graduated summa cum laude from the University of Guam with a degree in English Literature.[5][10] In a press interview, he revealed initial plans to pursue a master's degree, but ultimately decided to stay in the entertainment industry.[5]
Benjamin Alves and contract with GMA Network (2012–present)
[edit]Saldaña was relaunched in the Philippine entertainment scene as Benjamin Alves by Mercator Model and Artist Management.[2][11] He signed an exclusive contract with GMA Network for three films and soap operas.[1] He was officially launched on the Sunday variety show, Party Pilipinas on June 25, 2012, as the newest Kapuso star, and was also dubbed as the newest Kapuso heartthrob.[1][12][13] His first movie under Regal Films and GMA Films was Guni-Guni, playing as Paolo Lopez,[5][11] the love interest of actress Lovi Poe.[2][11][14] He also appeared in the GMA Films entry to the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival, Coño Problems.[15][16] In August 2012, Alves was announced as part of the cast for the Philippine adaptation of the 2007 K-drama series Coffee Prince,[17][18] as Errol, a record-producer and half-brother of lead Aljur Abrenica.[19]
In 2013, he starred in the independent film Sana Dati alongside TJ Trinidad, Lovi Poe and Paulo Avelino under GMA Films.
Personal life
[edit]Alves was in a relationship with singer-actress Julie Anne San Jose from May 2016 to November 2018. San Jose confirmed their relationship on January 7, 2017,[20] and later publicly confirmed their breakup in January 2019.[21]
Alves wed content creator Chelsea Robato on January 28, 2024, at Santuario de San Antonio Parish Church in Makati.[22][23]
Filmography
[edit]Television series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Dalawang Tisoy | |
| Ysabella | ||
| Impostora | Tristan (credited as Vince Saldaña) | |
| 2012 | Coffee Prince | Errol Ochoa |
| 2013 | Unforgettable | Miguel De Ocampo |
| Superbook | Superbook Agent | |
| Katipunan | Sebastian | |
| 2013–2014 | Adarna | Bok |
| 2014 | Dading | Joemar Rodriguez |
| 2015 | Hiram na Alaala | Doc. Kerby |
| Beautiful Strangers | Lawrence Castillo | |
| 2016 | A1 Ko Sa 'Yo | Jay |
| Sa Piling ni Nanay | Javier Mercado | |
| 2017 | Pinulot Ka Lang sa Lupa | Ephraim Esquivel |
| I Heart Davao | Paul Gutierrez | |
| 2018 | Kapag Nahati ang Puso | Joaquin Espiritu |
| 2019 | Sahaya | Aratu Calliste |
| Dahil sa Pag-Ibig | Eldon Corpuz | |
| 2020 | I Can See You: The Promise | Jude Agoncillo |
| 2021 | Owe My Love | "Migs" Alcancia |
| 2022 | Artikulo 247 | Noah Borromeo |
| 2023 | Magandang Dilag | Atty. Ericson "Eric" Oliveros |
| 2024 | Widows' War | Basilio "Basil" Palacios |
| 2025 | Akusada | Wilfred Santos |
Television shows
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Close-Up to Fame 2 | Himself |
| Posh | Vince | |
| 2012–2013 | Party Pilipinas | Himself / Performer |
| 2012 | Pare & Pare | Himself |
| 2013 | Wagas: Tamis ng Unang Pag-ibig | Reynaldo Manansala |
| Alvin and the Chipmunks | Dave Seville (voiceover) | |
| 2015 | Karelasyon: "Scandal" | Brando |
| Imbestigador: "Ang Kwento ni Jasmine" | Jerry | |
| Magpakailanman: "Ang Asawa Kong Aswang" | Johnny | |
| 2016 | Dear Uge | Jeff |
| Dishkarte of the Day | Himself / Guest | |
| Wagas | Jun | |
| Wagas: The Love for Courageous Caitie | Jay-Jay Lucas | |
| Alamat: "Alamat ng Saging" | Aging (voice) | |
| Karelasyon: "Inay" | David | |
| Magpakailanman: "Ang Hinagpis ng Isang Ina" | Chef Hasset Go | |
| 2017 | Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko | Richard |
| Wish Ko Lang | Joseph | |
| 2019 | Magpakailanman: "Tatlong Henerasyon ng Sipag at Tiyaga" | Young Manny Villar |
| 2021 | All-Out Sundays | Himself / Guest Performer & Co-host |
| 2023 | Magpakailanman: "Ang Mister na Walang Misis" | Benjie Abad-Seña |
Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Ang Cute ng Ina Mo | Jojo |
| Apat Dapat, Dapat Apat | Junior | |
| 2012 | Guni-Guni | Paolo Lopez |
| 2013 | Sana Dati | Andrew Cesario |
| Islands | The Astronaut | |
| 2014 | The Trial | Paco Sequia |
| 2015 | Heneral Luna | Lt. Manuel L. Quezon |
| Gayuma | Mike | |
| 2016 | Dagsin | Young Justino Razon |
| 2017 | Spirit of the Glass 2: The Haunted | Jag |
| 2018 | Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral | Young Manuel L. Quezon |
| 2025 | Quezon |
Accolades
[edit]| Year | Award-giving body | Award | Work/Nominee | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 61st FAMAS Awards | Great Shape Award | N/a | Won |
| 2017 | 12th Myx Music Awards | Favorite Guest Appearance in a Music Video | Himself for "Naririnig Mo Ba" by Julie Anne San Jose | Nominated |
Notes
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c Benjamin Alves: New Kapuso! GMA Network. Video. Retrieved June 26, 2012
- ^ a b c d e f g New Kapuso contract star Benjamin Alves says comparison to cousin Piolo Pascual is "unavoidable" Archived September 24, 2015, at the Wayback Machine Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Vince Saldana is a step closer to showbiz fame Philippine Star. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Benjamin Alves as Jojo in Apat Dapat IMDb. Retrieved June 26, 2012
- ^ a b c d Benjamin Alves considers Showbiz comeback a second chance Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Benjamin Alves on Dalawang Tisoy IMDb. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Ysabella on ABS-CBN IMDb. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Impostora Full Cast. IMDb. Retrieved 2012-06-26.
- ^ Newcomer Vince Saldana Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Benjamin Alves gives showbiz another crack with a new name and talent management Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ a b c Benjamin Alves: A mix of all things dangerous Philippine Star. Gabby Tatad. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Benjamin Alves, ipinakilala na bilang bagong heartthrob ng GMA! Archived July 2, 2012, at the Wayback Machine Remate Philippines. Author: Noel Asinas. Column: On The Set. Retrieved June 27, 2012.
- ^ Benjamin Alves: bagong kapuso Heartthrob GMA Network. Balitanghali. Retrieved June 26, 2012.
- ^ Newcomer Benjamin Alves paired with Lovi Poe Archived November 6, 2016, at the Wayback Machine Showbiz-Portal. Retrieved 26 June 2012.
- ^ 2012 MMFF Official entries Archived 27 September 2012 at the Wayback Machine Manila Bulletin Online. Retrieved 26 June 2012
- ^ MMFF announces 8 official entries Yahoo Philippines. Author: Walden Martinez Belen. Retrieved 26 June 2012.
- ^ The Curious Case Of Benjamin Alves Archived 7 October 2012 at the Wayback Machine Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 17 August 2012
- ^ Kris Bernal feels pressure of playing female lead in Coffee Prince: "Sinasabi ng iba, hindi raw bagay sa akin... Pero sa akin naman, hindi, paghuhusayan ko." By Ruben Marasigan. PEP.ph. Retrieved 17 August 2012
- ^ Garcia, Rose. "Benjamin Alves admits being attracted to Coffee Prince co-star Max Collins; says Rachelle Ann Go is his "best friend"". PEP. Archived from the original on November 6, 2016. Retrieved October 21, 2012.
- ^ Ganal, FM (January 7, 2017). "Julie Anne San Jose on Benjamin Alves: 'Siya first na pinakilala ko sa parents'". GMA Network. Retrieved January 8, 2017.
- ^ Ganal, FM (January 21, 2019). "Julie Anne San Jose on breakup with Benjamin Alves: "It's best for us."". PEP.ph. Retrieved January 8, 2017.
- ^ "Benjamin Alves, Chelsea Robato tie the knot". ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. January 29, 2024.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron (January 16, 2024). "Benjamin Alves and Chelsea Robato's wedding". GMA Integrated News.