Shaina Magdayao

Shaina Garcia Magdayao (Tagalog: [ʃaʔˈɪnɐ gaɾˈsɪa maɡˈdɐjaʊ, ʃaɪ-]; born November 6, 1989) is a Filipino actress. Known primarily for her dramatic roles in film and television, she began her career as a child actress and starred in her first titular role Lyra. She is the recipient of various accolades including a FAMAS Award, a Metro Manila Film Festival Award, two Gawad Pasado Awards and a Young Critics Circle award, in addition to nominations from Gawad Urian and Luna Awards. Her works have also been competed in numerous film festivals around the world such as Cannes Film Festival, Busan International Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and Locarno International Film Festival.

Shaina Garcia Magdayao was born on November 6, 1989, in Quezon City, Philippines to Enrique Magdayao of Cebu and Deanne Magdayao of Padada, Davao del Sur. She is the youngest of four siblings, including singer-actress Vina Morales. Magdayao attended high school at the UST Angelicum College in Santo Domingo, Quezon City.

Magdayao's first film appearance was a supporting role in Campus Girls (1995) which stars her sister Vina Morales. At age 7, Magdayao made her television debut in the series Lyra which premiered in April 1996 under GMA Network. The show won "Best Daytime Drama Series" while Magdayao won "Best New TV Personality" at the 10th PMPC Star Awards for Television. The following year, she transferred to ABS-CBN and appeared in the show Kaybol, Ang Bagong TV. The same year, she played Jennifer Matias in the drama series Mula sa Puso. In 1998, she appeared in two films Pagdating ng Panahon and Hiling, where she stars with Camille Prats and Serena Dalrymple. In 1999, she starred in the fantasy film Wansapanataym: The Movie with Christopher de Leon, Angel Aquino and Serena Dalrymple. The same year, she reunited with Camille Prats and Serena Dalrymple in the afternoon series Marinella.

In 2000, Magdayao was cast in the family drama Tanging Yaman as Carina. Her performance was met with critical acclaim, winning Most Popular Child Actress at the Box Office Entertainment Awards, Best Child Actress at the FAMAS Awards, and Best Performance at the Young Critics Circle, while the film became a success at the Philippine box-office with total earnings of over ₱167 million. The following year, she appeared in two television shows: Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan and Ang TV 2. In 2002, she starred the film Mga Batang Lansangan...Ngayon with an ensemble cast and played a supporting role in Ang Agimat: Anting-anting ni Lolo. The same year, she played Violeta Garcia in the afternoon weekend show K2BU with Bea Alonzo and Pia Wurtzbach. She then released her self-titled debut album Shaina under Star Records.

In 2003, Magdayao was cast as Seven Montecillo in the comedy film Ang Tanging Ina. The film was a box-office success, becoming the highest grossing Philippine film of all time at that time with earnings of nearly ₱180 million. She continued making appearances in television through sitcoms Bida si Mister, Bida si Misis and Ang Tanging Ina (TV series) where she reprised her role as Seven. In 2005, she played Hazel Gerochi-Fontanilla in the drama series Ikaw ang Lahat sa Akin. Magdayao made appearances in a number of anthologies in 2006. She starred in several episodes of Komiks the first being the lead roles Agua and Bendita. She next appeared in Your Song, Love Spell and Star Magic Presents. In 2007, Magdayao starred as Selene in one of the most expensive Philippine television shows, Rounin and topbilled her first film in four years opposite Rayver Cruz titled Happy Hearts.

The same year, Magdayao appeared in two more films Katas ng Saudi and Bahay Kubo: A Pinoy Mano Po!, which were official entries at the Metro Manila Film Festival. In 2008, she played Gabby Dizon in the fantasy drama series Lobo. The series marked Magdayao's first ventured into mature roles. It was followed by the series Dragonna where she played the titular role. It also marked the first time she portrayed a superhero character. The series received 15.2% TV ratings upon its premiered, becoming the fifth most watched TV show. The same year, she reprised her role as Seven Montecillo in the sequel Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat. The film broke numerous records at the Philippine box-office, grossing ₱200 million. In 2009, she starred alongside Maja Salvador, Jake Quenca and Geoff Eigenmann.

The same year, she starred with Melissa Ricks in the fantasy drama series Kambal sa Uma. The show dominated its timeslot, averaging 24.9% ratings from April 19–25. She also made a guest appearance in the finale episode of the series May Bukas Pa. Magdayao had three releases in 2010. She starred with an ensemble cast in the family drama Sa 'Yo Lamang. Writing for Philippine Entertainment Portal, Elvin Luciano praised Magdayao's ability to "portray intense emotions." She then appeared in two films which were entries at the Metro Manila Film Festival. She starred in another horror film in the franchise Shake, Rattle and Roll XII. For the fourth time, she reprised her role in the comedy film Ang Tanging Ina Mo (Last na 'To!).

Magdayao starred in two television shows in 2010. She played Maribel Dela Fuente in the romantic drama Rubi. She next played the titular role in her first solo lead role Alyna, based on the PHR pocketbook Dominic. Due to the overwhelming reception, the show, which was initially scheduled to conclude in November 2010, was extended until February 2011. The series became the No. 1 daytime soap opera throughout its run, becoming one of the most successful Precious Hearts Romances titles. Magdayao continuously appeared in numerous episodes of Maalaala Mo Kaya, notable for her performances in the episodes "Picture" and "Tubig". Magdayao appeared in three films in 2013. She played a supporting role in the crime thriller On the Job. Magdayao's next role in 2013 was in Cathy Garcia-Molina's comedy drama Four Sisters and a Wedding. The film was well-received at the Philippine box-office, earning ₱120 million in its first two weeks. For her portrayal, she won Best Supporting Actress at the Gawad Pasado Award alongside Angel Locsin, Bea Alonzo and Toni Gonzaga.