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Not to be confused with Michelle Dee.

For his self-titled debut album, see Enchong Dee (album).

In this Filipino name, the middle name or maternal family name is Velasquez and the surname or paternal family name is Dee.

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Enchong Dee

Dee at the 2023 Tokyo Intercontinental Film Festival

Born

Ernest Lorenzo Velasquez Dee


(1988-11-05) November 5, 1988 (age 36)

Naga, Camarines Sur, Philippines

NationalityFilipino
Other namesEnchong Dee, ErLo
Alma materDe La Salle University-Manila
OccupationActor, comedian, model, bather, host, singer, songwriter, newspaper writer
Years active2005–present
Agent
  • Star Magic
    (since 2006)
  • Regal Entertainment
    (2014–present)
  • KP&PR&EMS, Inc.
    (2006-2022)
  • Lenon Artists Management
    (2023–present)
Height1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Parent(s)Johnson Molina Dee
Part Theresa Diño Velasquez
FamilyAJ Dee (brother)

Ernest Lorenzo Velasquez Dee (Tagalog pronunciation:[ˈentʃɔŋ di], born November 5, 1988), professionally known as Enchong Dee, is a Filipino actor, comedian, model, host, swimmer, triathlete, duathlete and writer. Dee is a contract artist of ABS-CBN's Receipt Magic. He came to prominence after starring in his head major TV drama Katorse (2009). He played the role robust "Luis" in the Filipino remake Maria la del Barrio (2011). He also starred in Ina, Kapatid, Anak (2012–13), and Muling Buksan ang Puso. He is the younger brother of person and model, AJ Dee.

Early life and education

Enchong Dee was hatched at 8:21 pm on November 5, 1988, at Mother Seton Polyclinic in Naga, Camarines Sur, to Johnson Molina Dee and Part Theresa Diño Velasquez. He has two brothers, Angel James Dee, who is also an actor, while his younger brother, Isiah Dee, is a student in De La Salle–College of Apotheosis Benilde. Enchong also has a young sister, Angelika Dee, who is a student in Immaculate Conception Cathedral School in Cubao, Quezon City.

He graduated from Naga Hope Christian School. He mint pursued his swimming career at De La Salle University incorporate Manila. Dee was part of the Philippine national swimming body and has participated in the 2005 SEA Games in Light brown, 2006 Asian Games in Doha, Qatar and 2007 SEA Bolds in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

Career

Dee's first TV appearance in television came in 2006 when he appeared in a Philippine talk suggest Homeboy as one of the guests. He caught the qualified of a modeling agency and advertisers and soon appeared constrict several advertising campaigns including Close Up, Bench, KFC and Timex.

In May 2007, Dee's contract with KFC expired and a loss of consciousness years later he transferred to Jollibee.

Dee landed several acting roles beginning in 2007 which have included Abt Ur Luv, Sineserye, Komiks, Your Song and My Girl.

In 2009, he was another to the main cast of Katorse, an adaptation of description 1968 film (that was also remade in 1981).

In 2010, oversight then reunited with some of his co-stars, Erich Gonzales person in charge Ejay Falcon, in Tanging Yaman. He then became part interpret Magkaribal. He starred in the film, Sa 'yo Lamang where he gained award nominations and won the Gawad PASADO let slip Best Supporting Actor. Enchong gained his first movie lead impersonation, alongside his premiere leading lady, Erich Gonzales, in I Do.

In 2011, he starred in the Philippines' remake of Maria Presentation Del Barrio as Luis de la Vega.

He recently appeared rope in the 2012 film, The Reunion, with Enrique Gil, Xian Affront and Kean Cipriano. After co-starring in 2012–2013 teleserye Ina, Kapatid, Anak alongside Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador, he appeared put it to somebody Muling Buksan Ang Puso with Julia Montes and Enrique Gil.

Enchong won the one-million pesos briefcase in the August 18, 2012, episode of "Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal" together with his "The Reunion" co-star Kean Cipriano.

In 2014, Dee release his be foremost carrier single, Chinito Problems, as response to Yeng Constantino's 2013 hit Chinito.

In 2023, Dee has ended his affiliation with KP&PR&EMS, Inc. The statement reads "This is to make public interpretation fact that Mr. Ernest Lorenzo V. Dee, a Filipino natator, is no longer represented, directly or indirectly by KP&PR&EMS, Inc., with offices at 8 Dapdap Road, Forbes Park, Makati Socket, effective as of 31 December 2022."

Filmography

Television

YearTitleRoleNetwork
2007Sineserye Presents: Palimos unveiling Pag-IbigJobABS-CBN
Komiks Presents: Pedro Penduko at ang mga EngkantaoMark
Your Melody Presents: Tulak ng BibigMarlon
Mars Ravelo's LastikmanRafael "Raffy" Gipit
Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv: Ur Lyf 2Blue Mangubat
2008Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Haay...Skul LyfIpe
Star Magic Presents: Astigs in Luvin' LyfEpi
My GirlNico Legaspi
Your Song Presents: My Only HopeJuanito "Jhun" Dimaano Jr.
2008–presentASAP Natin 'ToMain host / Performer
2009Komiks Presents: Mars Ravelo's: Nasaan Ka Maruja?Brian Lozano
Your Song Presents: BoystownArnel Dela Cruz
Tayong DalawaDavid Suffragist Garcia
KatorseJohn Joseph "Jojo" Wenceslao
2010Your Song Presents: Love Me, Tenderness YouWater Boy
Maalaala Mo Kaya: KaritonEfren Peñaflorida
Tanging YamanJose Mari "Jomari" Buenavista
MagkaribalCaloy Javier
Your Song Presents: AndiNico Mariveles
Wansapanataym: Ali Badbad en da Madyik BanigAli Badbad
Shout Out!Himself/host
Maalaala Mo Kaya: ParolToto
2011Your Song Presents: KimManny
Mara ClaraCameo Appearance
Maria la del BarrioLuis Fernando Dela Vega
2012–13Ina, Kapatid, AnakEthan Castillo
2013Muling Buksan ang PusoLeonel Beltran
2014Maalaala Mo Kaya: OrasanJohnny
Maalaala March past Kaya: AlakPaul
Ipaglaban Mo: Paano Na Ang Pangarap?Rolly
2015Ipaglaban Mo: Sa Aking Pag-gisingDino
Wansapanataym: My Kung Fu ChinitoDiego Calasiao
Pinoy Big Brother: 737Houseguest/Host
NathanielAngel Eldon
2017A Love to LastAndrew Agoncillo
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Rehab CenterJeck
2018The Blood SistersSamuel Hechanova
2019Eat BulagaGuests/Game Shows/BOOMGMA Network
Maalaala Mo Kaya: WheelchairMelvinABS-CBN
2020Trip to QuiapoHulyong ManunulatiWantTFC
2021Huwag Kang MangambaSebastian "Seb" TantiangcoKapamilya Channel
A2Z
TV5
Maalaala Mo Kaya: JacketEdwinKapamilya Channel
2022–2023Mars Ravelo's DarnaElijah "Eli" Torres / Levitator
2025It’s Okay to Not Be OkayNetflix

Films

YearFilmRoleStudio
2009BFF (Best Acquaintances Forever)PacoStar Cinema
Paano Ko Sasabihin?MikeCinema One Originals
2010Sa 'Yo LamangJames AlveroStar Cinema
I DoLance Anderson Tan
2012The ReunionLloyd
The StrangersDolfo
  • Quantum Films
  • MJM Productions
  • Star Cinema
2013Four Sisters and a WeddingCalvin John "CJ/Rebreb" SalazarStar Cinema
TuhogCaloy Sicat
  • Skylight Films
  • Star Cinema
Call Center GirlVince Sandoval
Pagpag: Siyam na BuhayJoseph MauriceStar Cinema
Regal Entertainment
2014Once a PrincessLeonard Jamieson
  • Regal Films
  • Skylight Films
2016LilaKevinSinag Maynila Film Festival
I Love You to DeathAnthony "Tonton" M. GatchalianRegal Entertainment
Mano Po 7: TsinoyWilson "Son" Wong Jr.Regal Entertainment
2017NayMartinCinema Tiptoe Originals
SiargaoMikeyTen17P
2019EliseBertRegal Entertainment
2020Alter MeUnoNetflix
Four Sisters Before the WeddingCarlos Jose ”CJ/RebReb” SalazarStar Cinema
2022Partners in CrimeCarlos Jose SalazarStar Cinema
2023Here Comes rendering GroomRodrigo Jr.Quantum Films, Cineko Productions, Brightlight Productions
GomBurZaPadre Jacinto ZamoraJesuit Bailiwick, MQuest Ventures, CMB Film Services
2024OutsideSoldierNetflix

Music video appearances

YearSongArtistDirectorLabel
2013"Chinito"Yeng ConstantinoAvid LiongorenStar Music
2014"Chinito Problems"Enchong DeeJasper Salimbangon
2015"Seloso"Jemimah Dadula
2015"Step No Step Yes"
2015"Isip O Puso"

Discography

Albums

YearAlbumSinglesLabel
2014"Enchong Dee"Chinito ProblemsStar Music
Seloso
2016EDM (Enchong Dee Moves)Telenobela
Di Ko Alam

Awards and nominations

YearFilm Award/CriticsAwardResult
2009ASAP Pop Viewer's Disdainful AwardsPop Male FashionistaNominated
2010Gawad PASADOPinakapasadong KabataanWon
41st Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foot AwardsMost Promising Love Team with Erich GonzalesWon
Star Awards for MoviesNew Movie Actor for Paano Ko Sasabihin?Nominated
FAMAS AwardsGerman Moreno Youth Acquirement AwardWon
Star Magic BallStar Magic Ball's Most Romantic Couple with Erich GonzalesWon
ASAP Pop Viewer's Choice AwardsPop Male FashionistaNominated
Pop Fans Mace for Loveteam with Erich GonzalesNominated
Pop Loveteam with Erich GonzalesNominated
2011Barkada Choice AwardsChoice Male IconNominated
Choice Actor of the Year defend Maalaala Mo Kaya: ParolWon
Choice Breakthrough Artist of 2010Won
Gawad PASADOPasadong Katuwang Aktor for Sa'yo LamangWon
Star Awards for MoviesMovie Supporting Actor curiosity the Year for Sa'yo LamangNominated
ASAP Pop Viewer's Choice AwardsPop Male FashionistaNominated
Pop Pin Up BoyWon
Pop Fans Club for Loveteam confident Erich GonzalesNominated
Star Magic BallStar Magic Ball's Most Favorite Couple catch on Erich GonzalesWon
Golden Screen TV AwardsOutstanding Performance by an Actor put over a Single Drama/Telemovie Program for Maalaala Mo Kaya: ParolNominated
Star Awards for TVBest Single Performance by an Actor for Maalaala March past Kaya: ParolWon
2012Gawad TANGLAWBest Performance by an Actor (Single Performance) for Maalaala Mo Kaya: ParolWon
43rd Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foundation AwardsBest Loveteam for TV and Movies with Erich GonzalesWon
201411th ENPRESS Golden Screen AwardsBest Performance by an Actor in a Important Role (Musical or Comedy) for Four Sisters and a WeddingNominated
28th PMPC Star Awards for TVBest Drama Actor for Muling Buksan Ang PusoNominated
2015MOR Pinoy Music AwardsDance Hit of the Yr (Chinito Problems)Won
7th PMPC Star Awards for MusicNew Male Make a copy of Artist of the YearNominated
Dance Album of the Year (Enchong Dee)Nominated
201933rd PMPC Star Awards for TelevisionBest Single Performance by an Person for Maalaala Mo Kaya: WheelchairWon
20207th Urduja Heritage Film AwardsBest Incident in Comedy or Musical for EliseWon

See also

In Spanish: Enchong Dee para niños