Neofytos Tuddao Kyriacou (Greek: Νεόφυτος Κυριάκου; born July 18, 1995), professionally known by his stage name Phytos Ramirez,[1] is a Filipino actor, model, host, and entrepreneur. He is known for his involvement in the Encantadia franchise, where he appeared in both 2005 and 2016 iterations.
Phytos Ramirez | |
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| Born | Neofytos Tuddao Kyriacou July 18, 1995 Athens, Greece |
| Other names | Phytos Kyriacou |
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| Years active | 2001–present |
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| Known for | Encantadia |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) |
| Partner | Cherry Lou (2020–present) |
| Children | 3 |
Personal life and career
editRamirez was born in Athens, Greece, to a Greek father and a Filipino mother. He immigrated to the Philippines at a young age and grew up in San Mateo, Rizal. He started for modeling in television advertisements and made his acting debut via the late Eddie Garcia-directed film Abakada... Ina in 2001.[2]
He first appeared on television via ABS-CBN's drama series Hiram in 2004.[1] Ramirez guested on GMA Network's fantasy series Encantadia as the young version of Mark Herras' character Anthony.[3]
Ramirez took a temporary hiatus from showbiz to focus on his studies and later returned on 2010 via Basahang Ginto.[2] The same year, He signed a contract with Star Magic and appeared in some of ABS-CBN's dramas, including the remakes of their classics Mara Clara and Mula sa Puso.
Ramirez marked his comeback on GMA Network in 2014 via Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw.[2]
On December 8, 2016, he opened a food stall business called Zorpas Greek Food, located in Marikina.[4]
After his stint in the original series, Ramirez returned to the Encantadia franchise on February 27, 2017, where he portrayed the grown up Paopao in the 2016 remake.[3]
Ramirez started hosting in Unang Hirit and appeared in more of GMA's programs including Contessa, Madrasta, and GTV's The Lost Recipe, which was previously aired on GMA News TV.
After years of being a Roman Catholic, he converted and became a born-again Christian on November 23, 2017.[5] In September 2020, Ramirez revealed his relationship with singer-actress Cherry Lou[6] Despite Lou's marriage to actor Michael Agassi, Ramirez and Lou welcomed their first child together in 2021.[7]
Filmography
editTelevision
editMovies
edit| Year | Title | Role | Studio |
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| 2015 | Haunted Mansion | Jack | Regal Films |
| 2009 | Limos | ||
| 2008 | Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat | Shammy's Friend (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) | Star Cinema |
| 2007 | The Promise | young Jason (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) | GMA Films / Regal Films |
| 2004 | Masikip sa Dibdib | Boogie (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) | VIVA Films |
| 2001 | Tatarin[2] | ||
| Abakada... Ina |
Awards and nominations
edit| Award ceremony | Year | Category | Nominee(s)/work(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| RAWR Awards | 2020 | Beshie Ng Taon | "Madrasta" | Nominated | [8] |
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Star Magic - ABS-CBN". Archived from the original on 2015-06-06. Retrieved 2015-06-06.
- ^ a b c d "Phytos Ramirez finds his paradise in showbiz | GMA Entertainment". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 2022-11-14.
- ^ a b "Encantadia 2005 cast member Phytos Ramirez joins 2016 version as grown-up Paopao". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2022-11-14.
- ^ "Phytos Ramirez opens food stall in Marikina". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 2022-11-14.
- ^ "TRIVIA: Celebs who converted to another religion | Celebrity Life". GMA Network. 2016-08-17. Retrieved 2019-11-16.
- ^ Franco, Bernie V. (February 2, 2021). "Cherry Lou, 38, reveals relationship with GMA actor Phytos Ramirez, 25". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved February 4, 2021.
- ^ "Phytos Ramirez and Cherry Lou welcome first child".
- ^ "VOTE NOW! RAWR AWARDS 2020". lionheartv.net. 19 October 2020. Retrieved 2020-11-12.