Ruby Esmaquel (born January 3, 1966), known professionally as Rubi Rubi is a Filipino actress, comedian, acting teacher and entrepreneur.[1] Her first onscreen appearance was in the 2002 film, I Think I’m In Love, followed by her first teleserye series, Impostora (2007).[2] With a career spanning two decades, she is recognized as one of the country's most prominent character actresses in film and television. She is best-known for her performance as "Manang Precious" in Dirty Linen (2023).
Rubi Rubi | |
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Born | Ruby Esmaquel January 3, 1966 |
Nationality | Filipino |
Alma mater | Far Eastern University |
Occupation |
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Years active | 1997–present |
Agent | DMV Entertainment |
Partner | Marco Llonor (married) |
Career
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Before entering the show business, Rubi Rubi became a stand-up comedian in 1997 at the pioneering comedy bar in the country, Music Box. After signing up a five-year managerial contract under DMV Entertainment, she made the rounds of other comedy bars such as Library, 22nd Street Bar (where she became an exclusive performer four nights a week) and Basilica.[3]
Filmography
editFilm
editYear | Title | Role |
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2020 | Suarez: The Healing Priest | Donor |
Mang Kepweng: Ang Lihim ng Bandanang Itim | Tandang Bruha | |
2019 | And Ai, Thank You! | Tiya Marie |
Ang Taran Tanods: K'nang Buhay 'To! | ||
Familia Blondina | Elvie | |
2018 | Mary, Marry Me | Aunt Toyang |
Everybody Loves Baby Wendy | Judge 2 | |
Nakalimutan Ko Nang Kalimutan Ka | Grieving Mother | |
Kuya Wes | Tita Beverly | |
Poon | Mimi | |
My Fairy Tail Love Story | Nana Gurang | |
2016 | I Love You To Death | Franca Bochelli |
2014 | The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin | Captain Tenille |
Moron 5.2: The Transformation | Doctor 3 | |
The Gifted | Bully | |
2013 | Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy | Crazy Doctor |
Bekikang: Ang Nanay Kong Beki | Lydia | |
2012 | Sisterakas | Cara |
2011 | Praybeyt Benjamin | Captain Tenille |
2010 | Ang Tanging Ina Mo: Last Na 'To | Doctor 3 |
2009 | Pitik Bulag | Nena |
Villa Estrella | Suzy | |
2008 | Manay Po 2: Overload | Summer |
2007 | Hide and Seek | Indeng |
2006 | Bikini Open | |
2002 | I Think I'm In Love | Cosmetic Girl 1 |
Television
editYear | Title | Role | Network |
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2024 | Black Rider | GMA Network | |
Makiling | Madam Mushka | ||
2023 | Dirty Linen | Precious Magtibay | Kapamilya Channel / A2Z / TV5 |
2022 | Daddy's Gurl | Elvira | GMA Network |
Dear God | TV5 | ||
2021 | Las Hermanas | Rowena Mallari/Ellen "Lady E" Torillo | GMA Network |
2020 | Carpool | Tita Merly | TV5 |
2019 | Sino ang Maysala?: Mea Culpa | Barbara Villanueva | ABS-CBN |
Hiwaga ng Kambat | Delia Pamintuan | ||
Pepito Manaloto | Ruth | GMA Network | |
2018 | My Special Tatay | Divine | |
Ipaglaban Mo! | Indang | ABS-CBN | |
Ang Forever Ko'y Ikaw | Manang Eew | GMA Network | |
2017 | Hanggang Saan | Pinky | ABS-CBN |
2016 | Calle Siete | Margie Silang | GMA Network |
Princess in the Palace | Concha | ||
2015 | #ParangNormal Activity | Ms. Pating | TV5 |
Mac & Chiz | Paning | ||
2013 | Bukas na Lang Kita Mamahalin | Lyda Bernal | ABS-CBN |
2011 | Glamorosa | Britney | TV5 |
Mula sa Puso | Tindeng | ABS-CBN | |
Magic Palayok | Yaya Rosa | GMA Network | |
2010 | Kokey @ Ako | Fifi | ABS-CBN |
2008 | Obra | GMA Network | |
Dyosa | Huling | ABS-CBN | |
2007 | Impostora | Miss Minchin | GMA Network |
Drama anthologies
editYear | Title | Role | Episode | Network |
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2018 | Ipaglaban Mo! | Indang | Set-up | ABS-CBN |
Wansapanataym | Nenita | Gelli in a Bottle | ||
2017 | Luring Almario | My Hair Lady | ||
Nicole | Amazing Ving | |||
2016 | Salome | Susi ni Sisay | ||
2014 | Olga | My Guardian Angel | ||
2013 | Bilang | Teacher's Pest | ||
Reyna Mikroba | Eye Naku! | |||
Mayumi | Petrang Paminta | |||
2012 | Esther | Andy and Super Sandok | ||
Yaya Dora | Eat Play Love | |||
2011 | Cita | Family Tree | ||
Mommy Bruka | Mac Ulit Ulit | |||
2010 | Barbie | Kakambal Ko'y Manyika | ||
2019 | Dear Uge | Tita Evs | Ang Babaeng Walang Closure | GMA Network |
Pia | Dancing in Tandem | |||
Teresa | Jas Got Lucky | |||
2018 | Tiyay | Viva Probinsyana | ||
Becky | Ang Sakit Pala Matanggihan | |||
Teresa del Pilar | Honor Teacher | |||
2020 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Terry | Kotse | ABS-CBN |
2015 | Rosalinda | Camera | ||
2014 | Madre | Liham | ||
2008 | Ruby Lemon | Dalandan | ||
2022 | Magpakailanman | Christy | Nasaan Ka, Inay | GMA Network |
2018 | Hulya | Mga Batang Hubad: The Cyberporn Family Story | ||
2017 | Gloria's mom | My Heart Belongs to You: The Bud and Gloria Brown Story | ||
2022 | Tadhana | Mercy | Pahiram ng Pasko | |
2020 | Marissa | Bayad Danyos | ||
2018 | Viring | Kural | ||
2019 | Maynila | Scarlet | Feelenial Mamsh | |
Cecilia | Love or Money |
Streaming
editYear | Title | Role | Platform | Ref. |
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2023 | Lagaslas | Loleng | Vivamax | [4] |
2022 | Misis Piggy | Rowena David | iWantTFC | [5] |
K-Love | Head Security | Viu | [6] |
Accolades
editYear | Awards ceremony | Title | Result | Ref. |
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2023 | 7th Outstanding Men and Women of the Philippines 2023 | Honoree | Won |
References
edit- ^ Wang, Nickie (April 15, 2021). "Star Magic Workshop prides itself as the industry's best". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ "Character actress Rubi Rubi on working with Sylvia Sanchez on 'Misis Piggy': 'Feeling mo best friend mo talaga siya!' | PUSH.COM.PH". August 13, 2023. Archived from the original on August 13, 2023. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ "Comedienne Rubi-Rubi makes her mark in showbiz after 10 years". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ Mataro, R. J. (February 14, 2023). "VR Reloso wants to be known to viewers for his "palaban" attitude". LionhearTV. Retrieved August 14, 2023.
- ^ CC, JE (May 17, 2022). "iWantTFC's 'Misis Piggy' Review: A Tale of a Mother's unconditional love". LionhearTV. Retrieved August 13, 2023.
- ^ "Binge-watch all episodes of Viu Original series 'K-Love' for free!". www.philstar.com. March 9, 2023. Retrieved August 13, 2023.