Luis Manzano

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Santos and the surname or paternal family name is Manzano.

Luis Manzano
Manzano in 2019
Born
Luis Philippe Santos Manzano

(1981-04-21) April 21, 1981
San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines
Other namesLucky
Alma materDe La Salle–College of Saint Benilde (BS)
Occupations
  • Actor
  • host
  • VJ
  • comedian
  • model
Years active2002–present
Agent(s)Viva Artists Agency
(2005–present)
Notable work
Political partyNacionalista (2024–present)
Spouse
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(m. 2021)​
Children1
Parents
RelativesRyan Recto (maternal half-brother)

Luis Philippe Santos Manzano (Tagalog pronunciation: [manˈsanɔ]; born April 21, 1981), also known by his nickname Lucky, is a Filipino actor, comedian and television host. He is the son of actors Edu Manzano and Vilma Santos. He is known for serving as a presenter of ABS-CBN's television programs, such as Pilipinas Got Talent (2010–2016), Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (2012–2016), Minute to Win It (2013–2019), The Voice of the Philippines (2014), Family Feud (2016–2017), the Philippine version of I Can See Your Voice (2017–2020), and for his role in the 2009 film In My Life as Mark Salvacion.

In 2024, Manzano filed a Certificate of Candidacy for 2025 midterm elections and run as Vice Governor of Batangas, but he lost.[1][2]

Early life

Manzano is the only child of Vilma Santos and Edu Manzano.[3] His stepfather is Senator Ralph Recto, husband of his mother. He has a maternal half-brother, Ryan Christian Recto, and two paternal half-siblings, Addie and Enzo. His cousin is Andi Manzano, a former VJ for MTV Philippines, and also a radio DJ for Magic 89.9 FM.

He studied at Colegio San Agustin - Makati for high school[4] and at De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde in Malate, Manila, majoring in Hotel and Restaurant Institution Management.[5]

Career

Manzano started his career as an image model for clothing brand, 'Human'.[6] He later pursued a television host and acting career. Manzano began his professional trajectory by working as a VJ for the renowned music channel, Myx, with Iya Villania.[7] He later served as a host and performer on the television veriety show ASAP in 2003, and on the reality show Star Circle Quest in 2004.[8] Following his hosting engagements, he transitioned into acting, portraying the roles of Luigi in the sitcom series Bora and Pablo in the drama Kampanerang Kuba,[9] both of which aired in 2005. In addition to his television work, he was also part of the main cast in several films in consecutive years, including All About Love as Wesley (2006), Ang Cute ng Ina Mo! as Val Quizon (2007),[10] In My Life as Mark Salvacion (2009),[11] Hating Kapatid as Edzel (2010),[12] and Petrang Kabayo as Erickson Santos (2010).[13] He starred in the comedy film Moron 5 and the Crying Lady in 2012 and its sequel in 2014,[14] as well as in This Guy's In Love with U Mare! as Mike, also in 2012.[15]

He returned to hosting in 2007 through the talk show Entertainment Live,[16] alongside Toni Gonzaga, Mariel Rodriguez, and Bianca Gonzalez. That same year, he also co-hosted the reality game show Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition Plus with them.[17] In 2010, he hosted the game show Panahon Ko 'To!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko with Billy Crawford. He also co-hosted the reality talent competition Pilipinas Got Talent with Crawford from 2010 to 2016. In 2011, he starred in the sketch comedy show Laugh Out Loud alongside Alodia Gosiengfiao.[18] Manzano replaced Kris Aquino as host of the game show Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal from 2012 to 2016.[19] In the same year, he co-hosted the musical variety show Sarah G Live with Sarah Geronimo.[20] He also hosted the game show Minute to Win It from 2013 to 2019.[21]

From 2014 to 2015, he served as host for both The Voice Kids[22] and The Voice of the Philippines.[23] He replaced Billy Crawford as host of the game show Celebrity Playtime, which aired from 2015 to 2016.[24] He then succeeded his father, Edu Manzano, as host of Family Feud from 2016 to 2017,[25] before being replaced by Dingdong Dantes in 2022. He was the original host of the talent competition The Voice Teens in 2017.[26] In 2019, he hosted the interactive reality competition World of Dance Philippines alongside Pia Wurtzbach.[27]

He later replaced Billy Crawford as host of Season 3 of the singing and impersonation competition Your Face Sounds Familiar.[28] He also headlined the variety show It's Your Lucky Day.[29] As of 2024, he serves as the host of the game show Rainbow Rumble.

Outside of Acting and Hosting

Manzano is a member of Tau Gamma Phi, a fraternity established in the Philippines.[30] He also is a member of DLS-CSB Romancon Dance Company. Manzano ran for vice governor of Batangas in the 2025 local elections, but lost to outgoing governor Hermilando Mandanas.[31]

Personal life

Manzano owns a taxi company, LBR Transport Inc.[32]

Before dating actress Jessy Mendiola in June 2016, he dated several other actresses including Nancy Castiglione, Anne Curtis, Jennylyn Mercado, and Angel Locsin. He became engaged to Mendiola on December 12, 2020,[33] and were married on February 21, 2021 in a civil wedding officiated by Lipa City Mayor Eric Africa at The Farm in San Benito (Barangay Tipakan Lipa, Batangas).[34]

On August 11, 2022, the couple announced that they were expecting their first child. Their daughter, Isabella Rose Tawile "Peanut" Manzano was born on December 29, 2022.[35]

Manzano and Mendiola's church wedding was officiated by Jesuit priest Carmelo Caluag II in a Coron, Palawan church and beach on February 15, 2024. Present were Edu Manzano, Vilma Santos, and the bride's parents Roger Tawile and Judith Mendiola, with their daughter Rosie as the "little bride."[36][37]

In May 2024, Manzano was cleared of cancer after medical tests including biopsy of his head lump.[38]

Filmography

Film

Year Film Role Notes
2006 All About Love Wesley "Kalesa" (also debut film)
2007 Ang Cute ng Ina Mo Val Quizon
2009 In My Life Mark Salvacion
2010 Hating Kapatid Edzel
Petrang Kabayo Erickson Santos
2011 Who's That Girl? John Eduque Jr.[39]
The Unkabogable Praybeyt Benjamin Ericson Cameo
2012 Moron 5 and the Crying Lady Albert Macapagal
This Guy's in Love with U Mare! Mike
Sisterakas Waiter Cameo
2013 Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy Priest
2014 Starting Over Again Professor
Moron 5.2: The Transformation Albert Macapagal
The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin Young Ben Cameo
2018 The Girl in the Orange Dress Eric Dela Cruz Special participation

Television

Year Title Role
2002–2013 Myx VJ
2003–present ASAP Host (performer)
2004 Star Circle Quest Himself (host)
2005 Bora Luigi
Qpids Himself (host)
Kampanerang Kuba Pablo
2006 Your Song Presents: I'll Never Get Over You, Gettin' Over Me Justin
Komiks Presents: Paa ni Isabella John
Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition 1 Host
Crazy for You Wacky
2007 Your Song Presents: If We Fall in Love
Your Song Presents: Ikaw Louie
Rounin Juris
Your Song Presents: Ikaw Abel / Adam
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Larawan Rodel
2008 Entertainment Live Himself (host)
Dyosa Kulas
Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition Plus Himself (host)
2009 Komiks Presents: Flash Bomba Flash Bomba / Roldan Legaspi
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Videoke Rey
2010 Your Song Presents: My Last Romance Nico Suarez
Panahon Ko 'to!: Ang Game Show ng Buhay Ko Himself (host) with Billy Crawford
Wansapanataym Presents: Kokak Leo
2010–2013; 2016 Pilipinas Got Talent Himself (host)
2011 Laugh Out Loud Himself (host) with Alodia Gosiengfiao
2012–2013; 2015–2016 Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal Himself (host)
2012 Sarah G. Live
Be Careful With My Heart James Luis Ventura
2013–2014; 2016–2017; 2019 Minute to Win It Himself (host)
2014–2015 The Voice Kids
The Voice of the Philippines
2015–2016 Celebrity Playtime Himself (host) (episode 8 onwards, replacing Billy Crawford)
2016–2017 Family Feud Himself (host)
2017 The Voice Teens
It's Showtime
2017–present I Can See Your Voice
2019 World of Dance Philippines
2019–2020 Home Sweetie Home: Extra Sweet Pip
Your Moment[40] Himself (host)
2020 The Voice Teens
2021 Your Face Sounds Familiar
2021–present Luis Listens Himself (host)
2023 It's Your Lucky Day
2024 Can't Buy Me Love Restaurant waiter[41]
2024–present Rainbow Rumble Himself (host)

Awards and nominations

Year Award Category Work Result
2003 17th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best New Male TV Personality ASAP Won
2004 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent-Search Program Host Star Circle Quest Kids & Teens (with Jodi Sta. Maria) Won
2005 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent-Search Program Host Star Circle National Teen Quest (with Jodi Sta. Maria) Won
2006 20th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host ASAP '06 Won
2007 23rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies New Movie Actor of the Year All About Love Nominated
2008 24th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Supporting Actor of the Year Ang Cute Ng Ina Mo Nominated
PMPC Star Awards for TV Male Star Of The Night — Won
2009 23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host ASAP '09 Won
2010 GAWAD Tanglaw Best Supporting Actor In My Life Won
25th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Movie Supporting Actor of the Year In My Life Won
41st Box Office Entertainment Awards Film Actor of the Year (with John Lloyd Cruz)[42] In My Life Won
2011 25th PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent Search Program Hosts (with Billy Crawford) Pilipinas Got Talent Won
Best Game Show Host Panahon Ko 'To (with Billy Crawford) Nominated
Best Male Showbiz-Oriented Show Host E-Live Won
Best Male TV Host ASAP Rocks Nominated
Male Sexiest of the Night — Won
Yahoo! OMG! Awards Favorite Male TV Host Pilipinas Got Talent Won
2013 GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards Prince of Philippine Movies[43] This Guy's in Love with U Mare! Won
2014 30th PMPC Star Awards for Movies Darling of the Press — Nominated
2015 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Game Show Host Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal Won
2016 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male TV Host ASAP Won
PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Talent Search Program Host The Voice Kids (season 3) with Robi Domingo & Kim Chiu Won
2017 PMPC Star Awards For Movies Darling of the Press — Won

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