Born on June 24, 1983, John Lloyd Espidol Cruz is a well-known Filipino actor, model, and occasionally television host. Known as the “King of Contemporary Cinema” by the media, Cruz has starred in many successful blockbuster films that have performed exceptionally well at the box office. His track record in the film industry is impressive; he has over ten films that have made over ₱100 million in the Philippines.

Who is John Lloyd Cruz ?

John Lloyd, referred to as “Juward” and “Idan” by family and close friends, was born as the youngest child of Luisito Llora and Aida Espidol Cruz. He finished his elementary education at Marikina Catholic School in 1996.

His exploration into the entertainment industry came about by chance when he was watching Magic Temple with friends in a mall when he was spotted by a talent scout.

Cruz decided to pursue a career in show business in order to help his family out financially, inspired by his father’s failing marble business. His first public appearances were on the crime and investigative series Calvento Files and the reenactment legal talk show Compañero y Compañera on GMA Public Affairs. He then began to establish himself in the business by making cameos on a number of shows.

John Lloyd Cruz ‘s Career Journey and Achievement

CNN has praised Cruz, calling him “the epitome of the contemporary leading man,” which is evidence of his significant influence in the entertainment business. He began his acting career at the age of 15, and since then, he has accumulated an outstanding resume of more than 30 productions, which highlights his adaptability and enduring talent.

Cruz’s appearance in the soap opera Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay was one of his major breaks, as it signalled the start of a fruitful partnership with frequent co-star Bea Alonzo. This came before his unforgettable adolescent role in the renowned Filipino TV series Tabing Ilog, which cemented his reputation as a significant actor in the field.

With almost 80 awards to his name over the course of his career—including two FAMAS Awards and two Gawad Urian Awards—Cruz is among the most decorated actors in Filipino history. At the New York Asian Film Festival (NYAFF), he became the first actor from the Philippines and Southeast Asia to receive the Star Asia Award, catapulting him to unprecedented levels of international recognition.

Cruz raked in a whopping 2.3 billion in box office receipts during the 2010s, making him the fifth highest-grossing Filipino actor of that decade. With a total revenue of ₱556 million, “A Second Chance” is notably the sixth-highest grossing Philippine film in history.

Cruz, who is currently represented by Maja Salvador’s Crown Artist Management, made a big comeback to television on November 9, 2021, when he inked a deal with GMA Network. His appearances on GMA’s Wowowin and his lead part in the network sitcom “Happy Together” (pronounced as “Happy To Get Her”), which aired every Sunday night, served as highlights of his comeback.

Does John Lloyd Cruz have any siblings?

John Lloyd Cruz does indeed have siblings. There are multiple sources confirming that he has at least one older brother and one older sister, even though he has kept their specifics confidential. Unfortunately, because John Lloyd Cruz prefers to keep his family life private, their names and any other relevant information about their lives are still mostly unknown.

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