Who Is Jericho Rosales? Age, Wife, Kids, Height, Biography, Family, Net Worth
Jericho Rosales is a Filipino actor, singer, and producer who has been in the entertainment industry for over 20 years. He is known for his roles in various television dramas, films, and musical projects. He has also won numerous awards and accolades for his work, both locally and internationally. He is widely regarded as one of the most versatile and talented stars in Philippine showbiz.
Jericho Rosales Wiki/Bio
| Name | Jericho Rosales |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Jericho Vibar Rosales |
| Birth date | September 22, 1979 |
| Birth place | Quezon City, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Ethnicity | Filipino (Bicolano, Pangasinan, and possibly Ilocano) |
| Religion | Christian |
| Occupation | Actor, singer, producer |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Spouse | Kim Jones (m. 2014; sep. 2019) |
| Awards | 6 Best Actor awards, 1 Best Director award, and others |
| Notable works | Pangako Sa ‘Yo, Baler, Alagwa, The Legal Wife, and others |
| Hobbies | Surfing, riding motorcycles, traveling |
| Links | Instagram- @jerichorosalesofficial Wikipedia- @Jericho_Rosales Homepage- Newsunzip |
Biography
Jericho Vibar Rosales was born on September 22, 1979 (Age: 44 years, as of 2023), in Quezon City, Philippines. He is the son of Santiago Rosales, a construction worker, and Rosario Vibar, a street vendor. He has a younger brother named Jeremiah, who is also an actor. He grew up in Bula, Camarines Sur, where he learned to speak Rinconada Bikol, a regional language. He attended New Era University but dropped out to pursue his showbiz career.
Jericho Rosales’s first exposure to the limelight was when he joined and won the Mr. Pogi (Handsome) talent search on the noontime variety show Eat Bulaga! in 1996. This opened the doors for him to enter the entertainment industry, where he started as a model and commercial endorser. He then landed his first acting role in the teen drama series Esperanza, where he played the love interest of Judy Ann Santos.
Height, Weight
- Height: 5 ft 10 in (180 cm)
- Weight: 103 kg (227 lbs)
- Eye color: Brown
- Body measurements: 46-34-16 inches
Career Breakthrough and Success
Jericho’s career breakthrough came in 2000, when he starred in the hit romantic drama series Pangako Sa ‘Yo (Promise to You) with Kristine Hermosa. The show became a phenomenal success, not only in the Philippines, but also in other countries, such as Malaysia, China, Ghana, Cambodia, Peru, and Colombia. It was also remade in several languages, including Thai, Indonesian, and Cambodian. He and Kristine became one of the most popular on-screen couples in Philippine television history, and their chemistry earned them the nickname “EchoTin”.
He continued to star in several television dramas, such as Sana’y Wala Nang Wakas (May It Never End) and Dahil May Isang Ikaw (Because There Is You), both with Kristine Hermosa; Green Rose, with Anne Curtis; The Legal Wife, with Maja Salvador and Angel Locsin; and Halik (Kiss), with Yen Santos, Sam Milby, and Yam Concepcion. He also ventured into hosting, as he became one of the presenters of the lifestyle and magazine show Etcetera from 2011 to 2014.
Aside from television, Jericho also made a name for himself in the film industry. He has starred in various genres of movies, such as comedy, romance, drama, action, and horror. Some of his notable films include:
- Pacquiao: The Movie (2006), where he portrayed Filipino boxing champion Manny Pacquiao and won two Best Actor awards.
- Baler (2008), where he played a Spanish soldier who fell in love with a Filipina during the Philippine Revolution and won two more Best Actor awards.
- Alagwa (Breakaway, 2012), where he played a single father who searched for his missing son won another Best Actor award at the Gawad Urian Awards and the Newport Beach Film Festival.
- #WalangForever (No Forever, 2015), where he played a screenwriter who reunites with his ex-girlfriend, a famous actress and won the Metro Manila Film Festival award for Best Actor.
- Siargao (2017), where he played a musician who returned to his hometown and met a vlogger and a surfer and won the Metro Manila Film Festival award for Best Director.
Jericho is also a singer and songwriter, who has released several albums and singles. He is the lead vocalist of the band Jeans, which he formed with his friends in 2003. He also launched his solo career in 2008, with his self-titled debut album. Some of his songs include “Pusong Ligaw” (Lost Heart), “Bumuhos Man Ang Ulan” (Even If It Rains), and “Di Bale Na Lang” (Never Mind).
Personal Life and Relationships
Jericho Rosales has been romantically linked to several women in the showbiz industry, such as Angelika dela Cruz, Cindy Kurleto, Heart Evangelista, and Carmen Soo. However, his most publicized relationship was with Kristine Hermosa, his co-star in Pangako Sa ‘Yo and other shows. The two dated for four years, from 2000 to 2004, and were even rumored to be engaged. However, they broke up due to personal differences and career conflicts.
In 2011, Jericho met Kim Jones, a Filipino-British model and digital creative, through a mutual friend. They started dating in October of that year, and got engaged in August 2013. They tied the knot in a beach wedding ceremony in Boracay on May 1, 2014.
Kim and he were known for their adventurous and stylish lifestyle, as they traveled around the world and collaborated on various projects. However, on January 29, 2024, they announced their separation after being married for 10 years. They did not disclose the reason for their split, but said that they remain friends and respect each other’s decisions.
He has a son named Santino, who was born in 2000, from his previous relationship with model Kai Palomares. Jericho and Kai were never married, but they co-parented their son amicably. He is also close to his nephew, John Manalo, who is also an actor and the son of his brother Jeremiah.
Jericho Rosales and Kim Jones Part Ways After 10 Years of Marriage
Jericho Rosales and Kim Jones, one of the most admired couples in Philippine showbiz, have confirmed their separation after 10 years of being married. The news was announced by their close friend and wedding godfather, Ricco Ocampo, who said that the two have been living apart since 2019.
According to Ocampo, Rosales and Jones decided to end their marriage in a mutual and amicable way, as they realized that they have grown apart and wanted to lead separate lives. He added that the two remain friends and respect each other’s choices.
Rosales and Jones have not yet issued a personal statement about their breakup, but they have hinted at their marital woes in their previous interviews and social media posts. In 2023, Rosales admitted that he and Jones were going through a rough patch and that they were trying to work things out. He also said that he was willing to give up his career for his wife, who wanted to pursue her own dreams.
Their breakup came as a shock to many fans and celebrities, who expressed their sadness and support for the former couple. Some of them include Heart Evangelista, Angel Locsin, Anne Curtis, and Bianca Gonzalez. They also praised Rosales and Jones for handling their separation in a mature and graceful manner, without resorting to drama or scandal.
Rosales and Jones are the latest celebrity couple to call it quits, following the likes of Bea Alonzo and Gerald Anderson, Julia Barretto and Joshua Garcia, and James Reid and Nadine Lustre. Their breakup is a reminder that not all relationships last forever, and that sometimes, letting go is the best option for both parties.
Net Worth and Lifestyle
| Year | Net Worth |
|---|---|
| 2021 | $3.5 million |
| 2022 | $3.6 million |
| 2023 | $3.9 million |
Jericho Rosales is a Filipino actor, singer, and producer who has been in the entertainment industry for over 20 years. He is known for his roles in various television dramas, films, and musical projects. He has also won numerous awards and accolades for his work, both locally and internationally. He is widely regarded as one of the most versatile and talented stars in Philippine showbiz.
