I am Franco, a family man who considers my wife Ayen and our children Mariella, Angia, Sofia and Lucia as my greatest blessings.
I graduated from KEIO University in Japan with a bachelor’s degree in History. I got to spend 5 ½ years of my life in Tokyo, which has made me proficient in the Japanese language. I also speak English and Filipino fluently.
I am an actor and singer from the Philippines. My career began in Television with a co-hosting stint for the dance show Eezy Dancing, in 1996. Soon after, I became the co-host of the highly rated dance show Keep On Dancing. I found my true calling in theater when I played the role of Bharata, in the production, Rama at Sita in 1999. Through hard work and dedication in my craft I was honored to receive two Best Actor in a Musical Awards for my work in the musicals Honk, The Ugly Duckling and Isang Panaginip na Fili.
Being in my fifties, I keep myself fit by swimming at least three times a week. I had the honor of representing the Philippines in international swimming competitions and was part of the National Swimming Team in the 80’s.
Alongside my love for the performing arts, I discovered a new passion in writing and started my blog The Happy Man in 2012 that led me to work as an Editor for two lifestyle magazines for a time.
Through my blog I share with you my favorite things, my passion for the arts and all about life. My goal is to inspire, spread joy and positivity to my readers as I open my life to the world.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT FRANCO
PLDT Home
Franco Laurel is a renowned actor and artist, someone all Filipinos can be proud of. But behind this public persona is the quintessential family man. He is a loving and kind dad to four wonderful kids. He is traditional in the sense that he teaches them the enduring value of respect and the importance of prioritizing one’s family. But, like many modern dads, Franco is also cool and fun, an epitome of today’s millennial parents. He knows how to have a good time with them while still maintaining his authority as a parent. We’re proud to have Franco Laurel as our PLDT Home ambassador because he shares in our commitment to strengthen the connection of Filipino families through the power of good stories and technology.
Blogger and Entrepreneur
Franco has a great eye for detail, a very unique flair and passion that is limitless. He is the perfect example of being Multi-hyphenated, Uber talented and the epitome of being a super dad. I’m absolutely certain that he’ll take his role as the first Daddy blogger in the Philippines to great heights!
Cat Arambulo-Antonio
Retailers, Gallery Owners and Purveyors of Style
Franco is a multi-faceted gentleman with a heart of gold. Old school values are at his very core, and his love of God is evident & expressed in how he lives. He walks the talk. Apart from his obvious good looks, impeccable taste, and awesome talent, what sets Franco apart are his warmth, sincerity, and his ability to speak to people from all walks of life. Even if he is well-travelled, schooled abroad, & a member of one of the most respected families in the Philippines, Franco is real. He loves God, his wife & children, his Mom, his siblings, and his friends with all his heart. Even if he is a public personality, Franco keeps a tight circle around him & is a fiercely loyal protector of those blessed enough to be part of his life.
Raul and Joanna Francisco
The Zen Institute
Franco is an artist inside and out. He has an Aesthetic eye. He does not only pay attention to detail but more importantly appreciates beauty and expresses it with his heart. And an artist as he is, gifted and blessed with his voice and acting, he makes sure he follows his passion in the arts. What a great way of sharing his talent to everyone. You are truly God’s gifted child. Keep the light burning, Franco.
Dr. Mary Jane Torres
Jewelmer Joaillerie
Our dependable friend and social media partner for all company milestones and endeavors. Always lending his artistic insight to us. We are honored to be included in his limited curation of Manila’s finer things. Merci Franco!
Composer, Arranger and Former Musical Director of Hong Kong Disneyland
For as long as I’ve known Franco, he’s had this driving passion to live life’s most wonderful moments to the fullest and to share this excitement so that other’s may feel the same way. He is as generous a friend as he is an artist, who I can always count on to be there when I need him.
Rony Fortich
Photographer
Franco is one of my most favourite people to work with, or better yet, one of my favourite people period… Super creative… Always brings out the best in me during our shoots.
JC InocianPRESS
