| Karla Estrada | |
|---|---|
| Born | Carla Elago Ford (1974-11-21) November 21, 1974 (age 50) Tacloban, Philippines |
| Alma mater | Philippine Christian University(BS) |
| Occupations |
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| Years active | 1987–2022; 2023–present |
| Children | 4 (incl. Daniel Padilla) |
| Relatives | Antonio Aquitania (cousin) |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Tingog Sinirangan | |
| Assuming office TBC | |
| Succeeding | N/A |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Tingog Sinirangan |
Carla Elago Ford (born November 21, 1974), better known as Karla Estrada (Tagalog: [ˈkaɾlɐ ɛsˈtɾada]), is a Filipino actress, singer, television host, and comedian. She is best known for hosting the talk shows Magandang Buhay and Face 2 Face for ABS-CBN and TV5, respectively. She is also known as the mother of actor-singer Daniel Padilla.
In 2016, Estrada signed a 2-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN.
Early life and career
Karla Estrada was born as Carla Elago Ford on November 21, 1974, in Tacloban City to a Filipino mother and an American father. Shortly thereafter, her father left after being misinformed that Karla had died at birth.
According to an episode in Maalaala Mo Kaya featuring accounts on her life, Estrada was born to a rich family but was forced to move to Tacloban after the death of her grandfather, who was responsible for most of the livelihood of the family. Estrada aspired to become an actress since childhood and joined singing competitions. She was discovered by a talent manager in Quezon City, which led to her appearance in That's Entertainment.
Personal life
Estrada is the mother of Daniel Padilla whom she had at the age of 20; her son's father is Rommel Padilla. Estrada brought Daniel to see Rommel Padilla in prison three years later. She has three other children, Jose Carlito whom she had at the age of 21 with Naldy Padilla, Margaret "Magui" Fiona Ford whose father is a former Quezon City councilor Mike Planas, former Philippine Postal Corporation Chairman, who was formerly engaged to "Pat P", and Carmella from a different man.
At age 18, Estrada looked for her father who later apologized for not knowing that her birth was successful. In 2016, she stated that she is on good terms with her father, describing herself as his "carbon copy".
She is Antonio Aquitania's cousin.
In 2019, Estrada confirmed at Magandang Buhay, she dated her non-showbiz boyfriend Jam Ignacio since June 2019 after breakup with Mark Yatco, her partner since 2017. In August 2024, however, Estrada parted ways with Ignacio who has a new girlfriend, influencer and resident disc jockey base, Jellie AW.
Filmography
Film
- Wanted Bata-Batuta (1987)
- First Time... Like a Virgin! (1992)
- Maricris Sioson: Japayuki (1993)
- Kahit May Mahal Ka Nang iba (1993)
- Teenage Mama (1993)
- Sobra Talaga (1994)
- Bala at Lipistik (1994)
- The Secrets of Sarah Jane: Sana'y Mapatawad Mo (1994)
- Kakaibang Karisma (1995)
- Masarap ang Unang Kagat (1998)
- Banatan (1999)
- Sa Iyo ang Sarap, Akin ang Hirap (1999)
- Markova: Comfort Gay (2000) – Markova's talent for Japan
- Kung Ikaw Ay Isang Panaginip (2002) – Bebang/Bisaya
- Super Noypi (2006) – Thelma
- Bahay Kubo: A Pinoy Mano Po! (2007) – Loida
- Loving You (2008) – Lina
- Pipo (2009)
- Pagnanasa (2010)
- This Guy's in Love with U Mare! (2012) – Mike's mom
- Palad Ta ang Nagbuot (Our Fate Decides) (2013)
- Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak (2014) – Erning's wife
- Moron 5.2: The Transformation (2014) – Doctor 1
- Beauty and the Bestie (2015) – Barbara "Ms. Barney" Clooney
- Gandarrapiddo: The Revenger Squad (2017) – Peppa/Barna
- Familia Blondina (2019)
- Momshies! Ang Soul Mo'y Akin! (2021)
- Maid in Malacañang (2022)
Television
Radio
| Year | Title | Role | Station |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–2024 | Ang Tinig Nyo | Host | DWPM Radyo 630 |
References
- "Karla Estrada to host morning show?". ABS-CBN News. March 9, 2016. Retrieved March 13, 2016.
- ^ "Karla Estrada cries after dad sends birthday greeting". ABS-CBN News (in English and Filipino). November 22, 2016. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
- "Angelica bibida sa masalimuot na life story ni Karla Estrada sa MMK" [Angelica stars in Karla Estrada's complicated life story in MMK]. Bandera (in Filipino). Philippine Daily Inquirer. January 12, 2017. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
- Geli, Bianca (May 10, 2022). "Meet the beautiful daughter of Karla Estrada, Magui Ford". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
- Baroña, Franco Jose (August 18, 2024). "PHLPost disruptive power struggle ends". The Manila Times. Retrieved August 18, 2024.
- "PBBM names Mike Planas new PHLPost chair". Philippine News Agency. June 11, 2024. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
- Bonoan, Reggee (October 19, 2015). "Karla Estrada: Never po akong naging kabit, ayokong makasira ng pamilya!". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
- "Daniel Padilla: 'Kung ayaw mo sa akin, 'di huwag!'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. March 22, 2013. Retrieved December 1, 2013.
- Arcadio, Arcadio (June 2, 2020). "Karla Estrada marks 1st anniversary with BF Jam Ignacio: 'A year worth celebrating'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved August 18, 2024.
- Arceo, Therese (August 17, 2024). "Karla Estrada's ex-boyfriend Jam Ignacio new girlfriend". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved August 17, 2024.
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