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Samuel Lloyd Milby[a][1] (born May 23, 1984)[2] is a Filipino-American actor, model and musician. He came to prominence after joining the first edition of Pinoy Big Brother.
Key Information
Biography
[edit]Samuel Lloyd Milby was born on May 23, 1984[2] in Troy, Ohio, USA to parents Lloyd William Milby, an American businessman from Ohio, and Elsie Ronquillo Lacia, a Filipina from Tago, Surigao del Sur.[1] Returning to the Philippines in 2005, Milby decided to seriously pursue a career in show business and modeling. He landed bit roles in some ads before obtaining a lead role in Close Up's TV commercial with Barbie Almalbis. He subsequently joined Pinoy Big Brother, which featured 12 men and women from different walks of life; Milby was not one of the original 12, but joined the cast when one of the contestants left the house. After this, he became an actor and recording artist and signed a contract with ABS-CBN. His first major film debut was Close to You, produced by ABS-CBN subsidiary Star Cinema and co-starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo.[citation needed]
In early 2006, Milby released a self-titled debut album. His concert, titled "Heartthrobs", was performed at the Music Museum on February 2 and 3, 2007. It was repeated on March 17, 2007, following the big success of the first concert. His first major solo concert, "Sam Milby: Rockoustic Heartthrob", occurred at the Aliw Theater on October 25, 2008. He also performed in several concerts in USA, Canada, Asia, and Europe.[citation needed]
In 2012, Milby spent three months in the United States, taking part in auditions in New York. He also performed in concerts and tours, playing Lazarus for one night in the Broadway musical Godspell, and guest-starring in Anna Maria's Benefit Concert in New York with Anna Maria's Godspell costars Corbin Bleu, Wallace Smith, Nick Blaemire, Eric Krop, and George Salazar.[3]
In 2013 Milby joined PETA campaign to remove Mali, the only captive elephant in the Philippines, from the Manila zoo, and have her transferred to Boon Lott's Elephant Sanctuary in Thailand.[4]
Milby took part in the Cannes Film Festival in 2013, where the Adolfo Alix Jr. movie Death March, in which he had acted, was screened in Un Certain Regard section.[5]
Personal life
[edit]On May 23, 2020, Milby revealed that he is in a relationship with Miss Universe 2018, Catriona Gray.[6] They announced their engagement on February 16, 2023, in a social media post.[7] In 2024, he revealed that he had Type 2 Diabetes.[8] In 2025, he revealed that he and Gray had broken up.[9] He later shared that the breakup with Gray left him in an emotionally vulnerable state.[10]
Discography
[edit]Albums
[edit]- Sam Milby (2006, Star Music)
- A Little Too Perfect (2007, Star Music)
- Love Duets (2009, Star Music; collaboration with Toni Gonzaga)
- Be Mine (2011, Star Music)
- Sam:12 (2017, Star Music)
Other appearances
[edit]- 2006, "Langit Na Naman", on Hotsilog: The ASAP Hotdog Compilation
- 2007, "You and I," "Can't Cry Hard Enough," "In Love with You", on Maging Sino Ka Man Soundtrack
- 2012, "After All" on "A Beautiful Affair OST"
- 2014, "And I Love You So", "Chasing Cars" on Star Cinema (20th Year Commemorative Album)
Filmography
[edit]Television series
[edit]Television shows
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Pinoy Big Brother | Contestant |
| 2006–present | ASAP | Host/Performer |
| 2014 | Minute to Win It | Guest/Contestant |
| 2023 | Magandang Buhay | Guest |
Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Close to You | Lance Guerzon |
| You Are the One | Will Derby / Vernard Garcia | |
| 2007 | You Got Me! | Lt. Kevin Robles |
| 2008 | My Big Love | Macky Galvez |
| My Only Ü | Cameo Role | |
| Cul De Sac[b] | Hero | |
| 2009 | And I Love You So | Chris Panlilio |
| Ang Tanging Pamilya: A Marry Go Round | Prince Price | |
| 2010 | Babe, I Love You | Nicolas "Nico" Veneracion Borromeo |
| Third World Happy[b] | West / Wesley | |
| 2011 | Forever and a Day | Eugene |
| 2012 | This Guy's in Love with U Mare! | Cameo Role |
| 24/7 in Love | Charles Padilla | |
| 2013 | Four Sisters and a Wedding | Tristan Harris |
| Death March[b] | Roy Cook | |
| Kimmy Dora: Ang Kiyemeng Prequel | Rodin Bartoletti | |
| 2014 | Starting Over Again | Cameo Role |
| The Gifted | Mark Ferrer/Marco Yuzon | |
| 2015 | The Prenup | Sean Billones |
| 2016 | Camp Sawi | Louie/Camp Master |
| The Third Party | Max Labrador | |
| 2018 | Ang Pambansang Third Wheel | Neo |
| Mary, Marry Me | Peter "Pete" Cummings | |
| 2019 | 3pol Trobol: Huli Ka Balbon! | Andrew |
| 2020 | Hayop Ka! The Nimfa Dimaano Story | Iñigo Villanueva |
| 2025 | Ex Ex Lovers | |
| Everything About My Wife | Miguel[14] |
Awards and nominations
[edit]| Year | Award giving body | Category | Nominated work | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 19th Aliw Awards | Best New Male Artist | N/a | Won |
| 36th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Most Promising Male Singer | N/a | Won | |
| 20th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best New Male TV Personality | ASAP | Won | |
| 22nd PMPC Star Awards for Movies | New Movie Actor of the Year | You Are the One | Won | |
| ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards | Breakthrough Performance by an Actor | Nominated | ||
| 1st ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards | Pop Screen Kiss(shared with Toni Gonzaga) | Won | ||
| Pop Movie Theme Song(shared with Toni Gonzaga) | You Are the One (song from the movie You Are the One) | Won | ||
| Anak TV Seal Awards | Top 10 Most Admired Male Personality | N/a | Included | |
| 2007 | MYX Music Awards | Favorite Male Artist | N/a | Nominated[15] |
| 37th GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards | Prince of Philippines Movies | You Are the One | Won | |
| 2nd ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards | Pop Screen Kiss | You Got Me | Won | |
| 21st PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Actor | Maging Sino Ka Man | Nominated | |
| 2008 | Star Magic Ball Awards | Most Chandon Sparkling Couple of the Night(shared with Anne Curtis) | N/a | Won |
| 22nd PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Actor | Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik | Nominated | |
| 2009 | Dangal ng Bayan Awards | Best Actor | Only You | Won |
| Best Male Performing Artist | Love Duets | Won | ||
| 2010 | Gawad Pasado Awards | Best Actor | And I Love You So | Nominated |
| 7th Golden Screen Awards | Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama) | Nominated | ||
| 5th ASAP Pop Viewers' Choice Awards | Pop Pin-Up Boy | N/a | Won | |
| Pop Love Team(shared with Anne Curtis) | Babe, I Love You | Won | ||
| 2011 | 35th Gawad Urian Awards | Best Actor | Third World Happy | Nominated |
| 6th Myx Music Awards | Favorite Myx Celebrity VJ | N/a | Nominated | |
| Eastwood City Walk of Fame | Celebrity Inductee | Acting, Singing, musician, Endorsing | Won | |
| 2012 | 25th Awit Awards | Best Ballad Recording | "Hindi Kita Iiwan" | Won |
| 7th Myx Music Awards | Favorite Mellow Video | Nominated |
Notes
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d Osoro, Yul Vincent (June 4, 2020). "Sam Milby bio: girlfriend, age, Instagram, height, exes". Kami.com.ph. Archived from the original on May 17, 2024. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
- ^ a b c "Catriona Gray pens sweet birthday message for fiance Sam Milby". ABS-CBN News. May 23, 2023. Archived from the original on May 17, 2024. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
- ^ Lo, Ricky. "Sam finally meets Godspell star Anna Maria". Philstar.com. Retrieved December 20, 2023.
- ^ "Shaina Magdayao for Mali | Celebrities call for Mali's transfer – Yahoo News Singapore". Yahoo! News. May 28, 2013. Archived from the original on December 1, 2014. Retrieved September 26, 2015.
- ^ "Sam MILBY". Festival de Cannes. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
- ^ "'Worth every second of the wait': Sam Milby reveals relationship with Catriona Gray - ABS-CBN News". ABS-CBN News. May 23, 2020. Archived from the original on May 24, 2020. Retrieved May 23, 2020.
- ^ "'Future Mrs. Milby': Catriona Gray, Sam Milby are engaged". ABS-CBN News. February 16, 2023. Retrieved May 17, 2024.
- ^ "Sam Milby reveals Type 2 diabetes diagnosis". Rappler. June 26, 2024. Retrieved June 28, 2024.
- ^ "Sam Milby confirms split with Catriona Gray". Philstar. February 19, 2025. Retrieved February 19, 2025.
- ^ "Sam Milby Opens Up About Emotional Breakdown After Catriona Gray Split". XolXol. Retrieved March 3, 2025.
- ^ "Trailer for Julia Montes-Sharon Cuneta series out, to stream on Prime Video". NewsWatch Plus Staff. NewsWatch Plus. November 7, 2024. Retrieved July 16, 2025.
- ^ NewsWatch Plus PH [@newswatchplusph] (October 1, 2025). "KIM-PAU IS BACK! LOOK: Prime Video drops a first look on the upcoming series, 'Alibi,' starring Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino. The two top-billed the drama series, "Linlang," also on the same streaming platform in 2023" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ NewsWatch Plus PH [@newswatchplusph] (October 15, 2025). "LOOK: Prime Video drops the trailer for the comeback series of Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino titled "The Alibi," which premieres on the streaming platform beginning Nov. 7. The series stars a powerhouse cast including Sam Milby, John Arcilla, and Zsazsa Padilla" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
- ^ "GMA Films, GMA Network and GMA Pictures welcomes Kapamilya actor Sam Milby on the Kapuso family, to topbilled movie with Dennis Trillo and Jennylyn Mercado". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on January 1, 2025. Retrieved January 5, 2025.
- ^ Baby A. Gil (May 1, 2006). "List of 1st MYX Music Awards nominees". PhilStar. Archived from the original on January 24, 2021. Retrieved September 12, 2020.
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Sam Milby
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Samuel Lloyd Lacia Milby (born May 23, 1984), known professionally as Sam Milby, is a Filipino-American actor, singer, commercial model, recording artist, and television personality active predominantly in the Philippine entertainment industry.[1][2] Born in Troy, Ohio, to a Filipina mother from Surigao del Sur and an American father, Milby was raised in the United States before relocating to the Philippines, where he first gained widespread recognition as a contestant on the inaugural season of the reality television series Pinoy Big Brother in 2005.[1][3] This exposure propelled his transition into acting, music, and modeling under ABS-CBN's Star Magic management, leading to roles in numerous television series, films, and variety shows, as well as the release of albums featuring his original compositions.[4][5] Milby has earned accolades for his performances, including early-career recognitions as a promising male artist in both television and music, though his career has also intersected with personal controversies, such as a 2007 libel suit alongside actor Piolo Pascual against a columnist over unsubstantiated relationship rumors.[6][7]
These roles highlight Milby's transition from newcomer to established actor in mainstream Philippine cinema, with several films achieving commercial success at the local box office.[35]
Early Life
Birth and Family Background
Samuel Lloyd Lacia Milby was born on May 23, 1984, in Troy, Ohio, United States, to Lloyd William Milby, an American businessman originally from the Dayton area of Ohio, and Elsie Ronquillo Lacia, a Filipina native of Tago, Surigao del Sur, in the Philippines.[1][8] His father, of English patrilineal descent, operated businesses in the United States, while his mother immigrated from the Philippines, contributing to Milby's biracial Filipino-American heritage.[8][2] Milby grew up in Tipp City, Ohio, as the youngest child in the family, alongside an older sister named Ada.[2][1] The family's mixed cultural background exposed him to both American and Filipino influences from an early age, though specific details on his parents' professional lives beyond his father's entrepreneurship remain limited in public records.[8] This upbringing in a small Midwestern town shaped his initial years before his later relocation to the Philippines.[2]Education and Upbringing in the United States
Samuel Lloyd Milby was born on May 23, 1984, in Troy, Ohio, to an American father, Lloyd William Milby, a businessman, and a Filipina mother, Elsie Lacia, from Surigao del Sur.[1] He was raised in nearby Tipp City, Ohio, a small community where he experienced a relatively quiet, low-traffic suburban life.[9][10] From an early age, Milby developed a passion for ice skating, beginning training at around three years old on a family pond and advancing to competitive figure skating by age nine.[11] To pursue intensive training, he lived with his coach during this period and was homeschooled from ages nine to 14, adhering to a rigorous schedule that included participation in major U.S. competitions such as the Junior Nationals.[12][11] At 14, he discontinued figure skating but maintained an athletic focus, transitioning to sports like wrestling upon entering Tippecanoe High School in Tipp City, where he was the only biracial student and encountered social challenges as a Filipino-American in a predominantly homogeneous environment.[12][13] Following high school graduation in 2002, Milby briefly attended Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, completing one year of coursework in computer engineering before taking a leave to reassess his career aspirations.[14][12] During his youth in Ohio, he also played guitar in local bands, though he did not perform vocals.[12]Rise to Prominence
Participation in Pinoy Big Brother
Sam Milby, then a 21-year-old Filipino-American student from Troy, Ohio, entered the Pinoy Big Brother house as a late addition during the first season, which premiered on August 21, 2005, replacing housemate Jenny Suico shortly after her voluntary exit on day 28.[15][16] He resided in the house for 49 days, navigating the reality show's challenges of isolation, tasks, and interpersonal dynamics under constant surveillance.[17] Inside the house, Milby formed a notable romantic connection with fellow housemate Chx Alcala, which drew public attention and sparked controversy, including a publicized incident of them kissing in the pool during a luau party event.[15][18] He composed and performed the song "Magmahal Muli" as a dedication to Alcala following her earlier eviction.[19] Milby's presence, marked by his American background and affable demeanor, positioned him as an emerging heartthrob, with female housemates and viewers expressing admiration for his charm and adaptability.[20] Milby faced nomination for eviction twice during his stint; in the second instance on week 8, he competed against Jayson Gainza, ultimately receiving 46.2% of the public vote to remain, leading to his eviction on day 77.[15] Despite not advancing to the final four, his participation propelled him into prominence, launching a career in Philippine entertainment as one of the season's most successful alumni.[21][22]Initial Foray into Modeling and Acting
Following his participation in Pinoy Big Brother and subsequent eviction on November 13, 2005, Milby signed a one-year contract with ABS-CBN, transitioning into a professional artist under Star Magic and focusing on modeling and acting opportunities.[17] This deal positioned him for commercial endorsements and media exposure, building on his post-PBB visibility as a heartthrob figure.[9] Milby's initial modeling efforts centered on television advertisements, where he secured lead roles shortly after leaving the house. He featured prominently in a Close Up toothpaste commercial alongside singer Barbie Almalbis, which aired in late 2005 and highlighted his appeal as a fresh-faced endorser.[23] Additional bit parts in other ads followed, including product campaigns that capitalized on his clean-cut image and American-Filipino heritage, establishing him as a sought-after commercial model in the Philippine market.[9] These gigs provided steady work and visibility, with Milby crediting his mother's advice for pursuing modeling upon his return to the Philippines in March 2005.[10] Transitioning to acting, Milby's screen debut came in the 2006 romantic comedy Close to You, produced by ABS-CBN's Star Cinema subsidiary.[24] Directed by Dado Lumibao, the film cast him as Lance Guerzon, a supporting role in a love triangle narrative co-starring John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo, and premiered in Philippine theaters on February 15, 2006.[24] This marked his first major on-screen performance, blending light romance with comedic elements typical of early Star Cinema outputs, and received moderate box office success with an opening gross of approximately PHP 7.6 million domestically.[25] Concurrently, he made guest appearances on ABS-CBN's Sunday variety program ASAP, performing musical numbers and sketches to hone his on-camera presence.[26] These early ventures laid the groundwork for his expansion into teleseryes and further films, though his modeling remained a parallel income stream through 2006 endorsements.[27]Professional Career
Television Roles
Sam Milby entered the Philippine entertainment industry through reality television, participating as a housemate in the first season of Pinoy Big Brother on ABS-CBN in 2005, where he joined as a replacement contestant and finished in third place overall.[4] This appearance marked his initial television exposure and led to a talent contract with ABS-CBN's Star Magic artist management arm.[4] His transition to scripted acting began with supporting roles in early teleseryes, including Will Derby in the 2006 romantic drama You Are the One, which aired on ABS-CBN and paired him with Shaina Magdayao and Enrique Gil. He continued with appearances in anthology series like Maalaala Mo Kaya, featuring in episodes such as "Piano" (2011) as Charles Buenafe and "Journal" (2012) as Nono Revilleza.[28] A pivotal shift occurred in 2013 when Milby portrayed the antagonist Eros Diomedes in the ABS-CBN primetime series Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala, a suspense melodrama co-starring Judy Ann Santos as Anessa and KC Concepcion as Alexis; the show ran from June 17 to August 23, 2013, emphasizing themes of revenge and family conflict.[29][30] This role represented his first major villainous character, expanding his range beyond romantic leads.[27] Milby ventured to GMA Network for the lead role of Sebastian "Seb" Acosta, a conflicted seminarian turned family patriarch, in the action-drama Doble Kara from 2015 to 2017, opposite Julia Montes in dual roles as Kara and Sara; the series, which explored identity and crime, aired over 1,000 episodes across three seasons. Returning to ABS-CBN, he starred as Ace Corpuz in the 2018–2019 hit Halik, a tale of marital betrayal involving infidelity and vendetta, co-starring Jericho Rosales, Yam Concepcion, and Yen Santos; this performance, spanning 183 episodes, was credited with enhancing his dramatic versatility.[31][32] More recent roles include Sonny Cruz in the 2020 mystery thriller miniseries The Tapes on ABS-CBN and Cignal, delving into corporate espionage and murder. From 2020 to 2021, he played Gabriel Villarosa in Ang sa Iyo ay Akin, an inheritance dispute drama on ABS-CBN, opposite Janella Salvador and Andrea Brillantes. Milby has also maintained ongoing performer appearances on variety shows like ASAP since 2006.[28]Film Appearances
Sam Milby entered the Philippine film industry in 2006, initially appearing in supporting and lead roles in romantic dramas and comedies produced primarily by ABS-CBN Films and Star Cinema. His film work often complements his television career, with roles emphasizing emotional depth and romantic leads, though he has ventured into ensemble casts and more dramatic narratives in later projects.[28][33] The following table enumerates his verified film appearances, organized chronologically:| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Close to You | Lance Guerzon |
| 2006 | You Are the One | Will Derby / Vernard Garcia |
| 2007 | You Got Me | Kevin Robles |
| 2008 | My Big Love | Macky Galvez |
| 2009 | And I Love You So | Chris |
| 2009 | Ang Tanging Pamilya | Prince Price |
| 2010 | Babe, I Love You | Nicolas “Nico” Veneracion Borromeo |
| 2010 | Third World Happy | Wesley |
| 2011 | Forever and a Day | Eugene |
| 2012 | 24/7 in Love | Charles Padilla |
| 2013 | Four Sisters and a Wedding | Tristan Harris |
| 2014 | The Gifted | Mark Ferrer |
| 2015 | The PreNup | Sean Billones |
| 2016 | The Third Party | Max Labrador |
| 2016 | Camp Sawi | Camp Master |
| 2018 | Mary, Marry Me | Pete |
| 2020 | You Animal! The Nimfa Dimaano Story | Iñigo Villanueva |
| 2025 | Everything About My Wife | Miguel |
Music and Discography
Milby launched his music career shortly after gaining prominence on Pinoy Big Brother, debuting with the single "Magmahal Muli" in 2005.[36] His self-titled debut studio album, released on June 8, 2006, by Star Music, featured 15 tracks primarily consisting of English-language cover versions of romantic ballads, including "Close to You," "This I Swear," "I've Fallen in Love," "Missing You," and "Wherever You Will Go."[37][38] The album marked his transition into original Pilipino music (OPM) alongside acting, with Star Music as his primary label for subsequent releases.[38] In 2007, Milby issued his second studio album, A Little Too Perfect, which blended original compositions with additional covers, reflecting a maturing sound in pop and acoustic styles.[39] He performed his first major concert, "Heartthrobs," at the Music Museum in Quezon City on February 2 and 3, 2007, showcasing tracks from his early releases.[40] Milby collaborated with Toni Gonzaga on the duet album Love Duets, released February 20, 2009, by Star Music, containing nine tracks of romantic covers such as "Cruisin'," "Suddenly," and "Against All Odds."[41][37] His third solo studio album, Be Mine, followed on September 5, 2011, as a digital release from Star Records, emphasizing "rockoustic" elements with 10 tracks aimed at a more mature audience after a three-year hiatus from solo projects.[42][43] Milby's later solo output included SAM:12 in 2017, also under Star Music, though it received less prominence amid his acting focus.[40] Notable singles post-2011 encompass "Nasa Iyo Na Ang Lahat" (2013, theme for the film Must Be Love), "You Are the One," and "Last Goodnight" (2020, from the series Love Lockdown).[44]Studio Albums
| Title | Release Date | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Milby | June 8, 2006 | Star Music | Debut; 15 tracks, mostly covers[37][38] |
| A Little Too Perfect | 2007 | Star Music | Second studio album; mix of originals and covers[39] |
| Love Duets (with Toni Gonzaga) | February 20, 2009 | Star Music | Collaboration; 9 duet tracks[41][37] |
| Be Mine | September 5, 2011 | Star Records | Third solo; 10 tracks, rockoustic style[42] |
| SAM:12 | 2017 | Star Music | Later solo release[40] |
Personal Life
Family Heritage and Citizenship
Samuel Lloyd Lacia Milby possesses dual American and Filipino citizenship, reflecting his mixed heritage as the son of an American father and a Filipina mother.[8][28] Born in the United States, he acquired U.S. citizenship by birth, while his Filipino citizenship derives from his maternal lineage under Philippine law permitting dual nationality for children of Filipino parents born abroad.[8] His father, Lloyd William Milby, is an American entrepreneur originating from Dayton, Ohio.[8][28] His mother, Elsie Ronquillo Lacia, is a Filipina from Tago, Surigao del Sur province in the Philippines.[8][28] This parentage underscores Milby's bicultural background, with paternal roots in the American Midwest and maternal ties to a rural area in the Philippines' Caraga region.[8]Romantic Relationships
Milby began a relationship with Filipino-British model and television host Mari Jasmine in 2015, having initially connected with her via Instagram and Twitter messages he sent.[45] He publicly confirmed they were a couple in August 2016.[46] The pair dated for approximately three years before parting ways, with Milby acknowledging the breakup in March 2018 and clarifying no overlap occurred with Jasmine's subsequent relationship.[47] In May 2020, Milby disclosed his relationship with Catriona Gray, the 2018 Miss Universe titleholder from the Philippines.[48] The couple, who maintained a relatively private romance, announced their engagement in February 2023.[49] Signs of separation emerged around February 2024 when Gray removed their engagement photo from social media, and Milby confirmed the split in a February 2025 interview, emphasizing it had been "rough" due to their prior engagement and denying rumors of third-party involvement, such as with singer Moira Dela Torre.[48] [50] As of March 2025, Milby stated he remains single, expressing ongoing aspirations for marriage and fatherhood despite the setbacks in his personal life.[50]Health Challenges
In June 2024, Sam Milby publicly disclosed that he had been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes mellitus the previous year, despite maintaining a lifestyle he described as healthy, including avoidance of sweets and infrequent consumption of junk food.[51][52] He shared a photo of his blood glucose test results on Instagram, expressing regret for not consulting a medical professional earlier about symptoms such as fatigue and noting his hope that earlier intervention might have mitigated the condition's progression.[53][54] Milby has since focused on management through dietary adjustments, regular monitoring, and physical activity, emphasizing the challenges of maintaining fitness at age 41 amid the condition's impact on energy levels and metabolism.[55][56] In June 2025, he underwent stem cell therapy for the first time, aiming to address insulin resistance and potentially reverse aspects of the disease, as reported in his updates on the procedure's early stages.[57][58] This experimental approach reflects his proactive stance, though long-term outcomes remain under observation by medical providers.[59]Public Reception and Impact
Awards and Recognitions
Sam Milby has garnered awards primarily from Philippine entertainment organizations, recognizing his contributions to television, film, and music, though his accolades are modest compared to industry veterans, with most early wins tied to breakout roles. In 2025, he received the 20-Year Loyalty Award at the Star Magical Christmas event on November 23 at Okada Manila, honoring his two decades with Star Magic.[60][61] In film, Milby received the New Movie Actor of the Year award at the 22nd PMPC Star Awards for Movies in 2007 for his role in You Are the One.[61] He also earned a Special Award for Male Star of the Night at the same ceremony.[61] A 2010 nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama) at the Golden Screen Awards followed his work in And I Love You So, highlighting his transition to more dramatic roles, though he did not win.[61] For television, Milby won Best New Male TV Personality at the 20th PMPC Star Awards for Television in 2006 for his performances on ASAP.[2] Subsequent nominations for Best Drama Actor at later PMPC Star Awards, including for Maging Sino Ka Man in 2007 and more recent series like Ang Sa Iyo Ay Akin, reflect ongoing industry acknowledgment of his acting range, albeit without additional wins in this category.[62] In music, Milby's sole major win came at the 25th Awit Awards in 2012 for Best Ballad Recording with "Hindi Kita Iiwan" from his album Be Mine, marking his first recognition in the field after earlier releases like Sam Milby (2006).[63] [64] He received a nomination for the same category at the 31st Awit Awards in 2018, but did not prevail.[65]| Year | Awarding Body | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best New Male TV Personality | ASAP | Won[2] |
| 2007 | PMPC Star Awards for Movies | New Movie Actor of the Year | You Are the One | Won[61] |
| 2007 | PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Male Star of the Night (Special) | N/A | Won[61] |
| 2010 | Golden Screen Awards | Best Actor (Drama) | And I Love You So | Nominated[61] |
| 2012 | Awit Awards | Best Ballad Recording | "Hindi Kita Iiwan" | Won[63] |
| 2025 | Star Magical Christmas | 20-Year Loyalty Award | N/A | Won[60] |