Glaiza de Castro
She's got the moves, the voice, and the acting skills--plus personality to boot! Glaiza's star continues to shine as she is given more projects that showcase her many talents.
Basic Info
Name: Glaiza de Castro
Nickname: Aiza, Cha
Birthday: January 21, 1988
Birth Place: Valenzuela City
Showbiz Anniversary: January 1, 2008
Personal
Full Name: Glaiza Galura
Claim to fame:
Unforgettable moment:
- "Pumupunta kami sa bukid para maghanap ng suso, tapos lalagay namin sa jar at nagbabatuhan bola kami"
- "Noong 18th birthday ko, sinorpresa ako ng family ko. Kasi sabi nila jo-join daw ako sa gown competition. Tapos noong nandoon na kami sa venue, pinaakyat ako--nandoon lahat ng mga friends ko na hindi ko na nakikita ng matagal na, at mga family ko na galing pa sa probinsya, buong pamilya ko mahilig sa sorpresa."
Bet you didn't know:
- She describes herself as "eccentric, makulit, medyo moody pero loyal, and honest."
- She says she doesn't follow fashion trends, but she likes the styles of Nicole Richie and Gwen Stefani.
- "Sobrang makulit ako. Na hindi mo ini-expect na ganung level!"
Favorites
Glaiza's hit list:
1. She likes playing the guitar, reading watching films, writing songs and recording it, and surfing the net.
2. Her sport is swimming.
3. Dennis Trillo, Christopher De Leon, Ronnie Lazaro, Pen Medina, Ms. Gina Alajar, Gina Pareno, Sharon Cuneta, and Iza Calzado are her favorite local actors.
4. Johnny Depp, Robert DeNiro, Meryl Streep, Natalie Portman, Kirsten Dunst, Julie Delpy and Gael Garcia Bernal are her favorite Hollywood celebrities.
5. She enjoyed watching 24-Hour Party People, City of God, Trainspotting, Bad Education, and Madrasta. She also loved Taxi Driver, calling Travis Bickle one of her heroes! "Are you talking to me?"
6. She watches Six Feet Under, The Office and Heroes.
7. She likes listening to the songs of Adorable, Alicia Keys, Ciara, and Anna Domino.
Her most treasured item is her guitar from her father.
Star Trivia:
Glaiza's scared of flying cockroaches and dogs!
Q & A
On the spot:
Why did you enter showbusiness?
"Gusto kong matulungan 'yung family ko financially, at saka passion ko rin."
What do you consider as the turning point in your career?
"Siguro nung lumipat na ako dito (sa GMA), parang feeling ko nagkaroon ng massive change sa buhay ko."
If you weren’t in showbiz, what kind of career would you have?
"Film, kasi kung 'di ako aktres, siguro director ako."
What is your biggest frustration/regret?
"My ennui days."
What are you most proud of?
"That I'm able to help my family. 'Yung napag-aaral ko ate at mga pamangkin ko
What do you value most?
"Family ko, siyempre."
Describe yourself in three words.
"Witty, eccentric, esoteric. WEE!"
What is your most memorable experience with a fan?
"Every encounter with a fan is just memorable to me."
What are your fears?
"Being alone, and growing old without accomplishments."
What is your biggest dream?
"To travel all around the world!"
What do you want to achieve?
"Sa career, magkaroon ng award. Di ba it feels good na na-acknowledge 'yung hirap mo, 'yung pagod mo? Sa family naman, mabili ko sila ng bahay, matulungan ko pa sila. Saka mapagtapos ko yung mga kapatid at mga pamangkin ko."
What is your advice to aspiring artists?
"Basta maniwala kayo sa sarili niyo, 'wag pangunahan 'yung fears mo. I-erase mo lahat 'yun. Kasi kung 'yun uunahin mo, hindi kayo makakarating kahit sa first step. 'Wag rin sobrang tiwala sa sarili, basta may tiwala kayo kay God. Always seek advice sa parents, family, kasi sila talaga nakakaalam kung sino kayo."
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