Alexandra "Sandy" Andolong-de Leon[1] (born Alexandra Pinga Andolong; January 16, 1959) is a Filipino actress and producer.[2] She was mostly seen on the TV programs made by GMA Network and ABS-CBN, especially on dramas and sitcoms.
Sandy Andolong | |
|---|---|
| Born | Alexandra Pinga Andolong January 16, 1959 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Occupations | |
| Years active | 1978–present |
| Spouse | |
| Children | 5 (including Gabriel) |
Personal life
editSandy Andolong was born Alexandra Pinga Andolong on January 16, 1959, in North General Hospital (now José R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center), Santa Cruz, Manila.[1]
Andolong is married to Christopher de Leon, whom she has five children Rafael, Miguel, Gabriel, Mariel and Mica.[3] She is also the stepmother to Lotlot, Ian, Matet, Kiko and Keneth de Leon.[3]
Andolong has gone under quarantine after her husband tested positive to COVID-19.[4] Her husband recovered from the disease and was released from the hospital on March 24 and have tested negative.[5]
In March 2020, Sandy Andolong and Christopher de Leon have celebrated their 40th anniversary, the couple got married in 2001 but they have been together since 1980.[6][7][8]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Production Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Ikaw ay Akin | (as Andrea Andolong) | Tagalog Ilang-Ilang Productions |
| 1979 | Salawahan | (as Andrea Andolong) Sylvia | Regal Films |
| 1980 | Aguila | (as Andrea Andolong) Farida | Bancom Audiovision |
| 1982 | Oro, Plata, Mata | Margarita "Maggie" Ojeda | Experimental Cinema of the Philippines |
| Moral | Sylvia | Seven Star Production | |
| 1983 | Broken Marriage | – | Regal Films |
| 1984 | Sa Hirap at Ginhawa | Tessie Ventura | VIVA Films |
| 1985 | Muling Buksan ang Puso | – | |
| 1986 | Nakagapos na Puso | Beth Graciano | |
| 1987 | Victor Corpuz | – | Davian International |
| 1992 | Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal | Matita | Octo Arts Films |
| 1998 | Mother Ignacia: Ang Uliran | Mother Ignacia | Congregation of the Religious of the Virgin Mary |
| 2001 | American Adobo | Emma | Star Cinema |
| Trip | Joboy's mother | ||
| 2002 | 9 Mornings | Sister Susana | |
| 2003 | Ngayong Nandito Ka | Naida Cruz | |
| 2005 | Maging Akin Muli | Ina Santos | Jesuit Communications Foundation |
| 2006 | Tulay | – | Unitel Pictures |
| Moments of Love | Elma | GMA Films | |
| 2008 | My Big Love | Mama Bing | Star Cinema |
| 2013 | My Lady Boss | Myrna Lontoc | GMA Films |
| 2017 | Northern Lights | Juliet | Spring Films |
| 2018 | First Love | Bernadette | Ten17P, Star Cinema, Viva Films |
| 2020 | Finding Agnes | – | Netflix |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981–1997 | GMA Supershow | Herself | GMA Network |
| 1987–1990 | Hapi House! | Sandy | IBC |
| 1998 | Ganyan Kita Kamahal | Teresa | ABS-CBN |
| 2000–2003 | Arriba, Arriba! | Isabel Arriba | |
| 2003–2004 | Twin Hearts | Frida Villanueva | GMA Network |
| 2004–2005 | Spirits | Paz | ABS-CBN |
| 2005 | O, Mare Ko! | Herself | QTV |
| Magpakailanman: The Jose and Permelita Claro Story | Permelita Claro | GMA Network | |
| Mars Ravelo's Darna | Prospera | ||
| 2006 | Fantastikids | Melinda | |
| Pinakamamahal | Sister Agatha Lucero | ||
| 2007 | Asian Treasures | Araceli | |
| Pangarap na Bituin | Jade Ledesma-Gomez | ABS-CBN | |
| 2008 | Sine Novela: Gaano Kadalas ang Minsan | Dra. Gloria Cervantes | GMA Network |
| 2009 | Zorro | Maria Manalo | |
| Stairway to Heaven | Zoila Fuentebella | ||
| 2010 | Sine Novela: Gumapang Ka sa Lusak | Rowena Tuazon-Gualto | |
| Endless Love | Katherine Dizon | ||
| Bantatay | Madame Alma | ||
| 2011 | Pablo S. Gomez's Mutya | Madame Delilah Sardenas | ABS-CBN |
| 2012 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: School Uniform | Josephine | |
| Dahil sa Pag-ibig | Cindy Velasco-Valderama | ||
| Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo | Belen Trinidad | ||
| 2012–2013 | Pahiram ng Sandali | Thea Santiago | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Anna Karenina | Doña Carmela Monteclaro | |
| 2014–2019 | Home Sweetie Home | Loida "Nanay Loi" Matahimik | ABS-CBN |
| 2015 | Pangako sa 'Yo | Myrna Santos-De Jesus | |
| 2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Family Portrait | Gloria Manalang-Angara | |
| Dahil sa Pag-ibig | Nanette Fajardo | GMA Network | |
| 2021 | First Yaya | Edna Reyes | |
| 2022 | First Lady | ||
| 2023 | Magandang Dilag | Luisa De Jesus | |
| 2024 | "My Very Special Son: The Candy Pangilinan Story" | Teodorica Espiritu |
Others
edit| Year | Title | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Bugso | TV Producer | |
| 2005 | Glam: The Smart Gold 2005 Red Carpet Special | Herself | "Glam: The Philippine Academy Red Carpet Special" – Philippines |
| 2009 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Medal of Valor | ABS-CBN |
Awards and nominations
edit| Year | Award | Category/Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Gawad Urian | Best Supporting Actress (Pinakamahusay na Pangalawang Aktres) for: Menor de edad (1979) | Nominated |
| 1983 | FAMAS | Best Supporting Actress for: Moral (1982) | Won |
| 2021 | Gawad Urian | Best Supporting Actress (Pinakamahusay na Pangalawang Aktres) for: Finding Agnes (2020) | Nominated |
References
edit- ^ a b "Sandy Andolong". geni_family_tree. February 8, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ "Sandy Andolong". IMDb. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ a b "PEP: Boyet de Leon on showbiz, politics, family, and ex-wife Nora". GMA News Online. June 14, 2011. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ Afinidad-Bernardo, Deni Rose M. "Christopher de Leon, Sandy Andolong in quarantine after actor tests positive for COVID-19". Philstar.com. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ CoconutsManila (March 18, 2020). "Actor Christopher De Leon tests positive for COVID-19, wife Sandy Andolong under quarantine | Coconuts Manila". Coconuts. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ "Christopher de Leon and Sandy Andolong celebrate 40th anniversary". GMA News Online. March 29, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ Geli, Bianca. "Sandy Andolong celebrates anniversary of her "second lease in life"". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved March 1, 2021.
- ^ "Christopher de Leon, Sandy Andolong mark 40th wedding anniversary". ABS-CBN News. March 27, 2020. Retrieved March 1, 2021.