Jake Macapagal

Romano "Jake" Macapagal[1] (born 1965/1966)[2] is a Filipino actor known for his roles in the films Aswang (2011),[3] Metro Manila (2013),[4][5] Kid Kulafu (2015),[3] Watch List (2019),[4] and The Monsters Without (2021),[6] as well as the HBO Asia television series Halfworlds (2015–)[3][7] and the Paramount+ television series No Escape.[6]

Jake Macapagal
Born
Romano Macapagal

1965 or 1966 (age 57–58)
NationalityFilipino
OccupationActor
Years active1993–present
Known forNo Escape (TV_series)

Early life

Macapagal was born in Manila, Philippines.

At age 16, he booked his first professional acting credit in a live stage production of the classic musical Cats at the Metropolitan Theater of Manila, becoming the cast’s youngest member.

Career

Macapagal credits the 1989 documentary The Heat is On: The Making of ‘Miss Saigon’ as a major career inspiration. The film focused on the making of Miss Saigon, which premiered at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in the West End. In 1994, he auditioned for the musical himself and was cast in the ensemble. [8]

Throughout the 1990s, Macapagal continued to undergo theater-based acting training.

Macapagal's first credited film role was as a “Party Guest” in the 1993 Filipino film Sakay. In the 2000s, he continued his film acting performances in a string of independent Filipino films.

In 2013, Macapagal landed his breakthrough film role as the desperate family man “Oscar” in the British-Filipino co-production Metro Manila, directed by Sean Ellis. Metro Manila was screened at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, receiving critical acclaim worldwide. [9]

Since appearing in Metro Manila, Macapagal guest-appeared in the 2015 HBO series Halfworlds, the 2019 Filipino crime drama Watch List, and the 2021 horror anthology film Rabid.

In 2023, Macapagal began work for a new upcoming Paramount+ thriller streaming series, No Escape. [10]

Macapagal was also responsible for the casting of his friend, Filipina actress Dolly De Leon, in the 2022 satirical black comedy film Triangle of Sadness. [11]

Filmography
YearTitleRole
1993SakayParty Guest
2005Chateau De RosesMonroe
2006CompoundActor
2006PandanggoHealer (segment: “Agogo”)
2007Foster ChildActor
2007Doble Vista (short)Javier
2007Sinungaling Na BuwanActor
2007Pi7ong TagpoBenjo (segment: “Wedding Ring”)
2007Mona: Singapore EscortSingapore Escort
2007Orange and Lemons: Ang Katulad Mong Walang Katulad (video)Papa
2007Sa Pagdapo Ng MariposaJavier Vergeire
2008Frou Frou Ssh, Wag Mong Sabihin Kay Itay (short)Bhrando
2011AswangManuel
2012ShackledPO2 Santiago
2012The CaregiverJavier Vergeire
2013Metro ManilaOscar Ramirez
2015Kid KulafuDizon
2016Showdown in ManilaKalalo
2016Buhay HabangbuhayJoel
2016Ave Maria (short)Emilio
2016BiyaheJoel
2017Sa gabing nanahimik ang mga kuligligActor
2019Watch ListLt. Ventura
2021The Monsters WithoutRommel Romeo
2021RabidCarlo

Television
YearTitle}
2017Halfworlds (TV, 8 episodes)Kaprey
2023No Escape (TV, 6 episodes)Colonel Justin Reyes

Theatre
YearTitleRoleProduction Company
1981Peter PanCaptain HookAteneo Children’s Theater
1982CATSRum Tum Tugger U.S.Metropolitan Theater
1988Once On This IslandDanielChase International
1989Joseph The DreamerJudahTrumpets
1992NagralandKenMitsubishi Music Production Asian Tour
1993Les MiserablesFeuillyRepertory Philippines
1993My Fair LadyEnsembleRepertory Philippines
1994Miss Saigon GermanyOriginal Cast/ American GIStella Musical GmbH
2001RENTAngelSingapore Repertory Theatre, Atlantis Productions
2001Hedwig and the Angry ItchHedwigAtlantis Productions
2002FalsettosMarvinNew Voice Company
2002Miss Saigon UK National TourViet Cong / US Bar-OwnerCameron Mackintosh Ltd.
2004CabaretU.S. EmceeNew Voice Company
2005Aspects of LoveAlex DillinghamNew Voice Company
2007West Side StoryBernardoStages
2009Victor/VictoriaKing MarchanZebra Crossing
2010A Little Night MusicCount Carl-MagnusAtlantis Productions
2011Next to NormalDr. Fine/MaddenAtlantis Productions

Awards and nominations
  • 2007 Golden Screen Award – Nominee, Breakthrough Performance by an Actor
  • 2013 British Independent Film Award – Nominee, Most Promising Newcomer
  • 2014 Star Award – Nominee, Movie Actor of the Year
  • 2021 FAMAS Award – Nominee, Best Supporting Actor
  • 2021 Gawad Urian Awards – Nominee, Best Supporting Actor
  • 2021 Pinoy Rebyu Award – Nominee, Best Ensemble Performance

Personal life

Macapagal is openly LGBTQ.[1] He spoke about his lifestyle and preferred decision to reside in Manila in a recent interview with digital LGBTQ magazine OutThere.[1]

References
  1. Lorenzana, Paolo (April 28, 2016). "Jake Macapagal". OutThere. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  2. "Jake Macapagal to join HBO Asia series". The Filipino Times. June 22, 2016. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  3. Garceau, Scott R. (January 22, 2017). "The demonic side of Jake Macapagal". The Philippine Star. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  4. Hamlin, Andrew (May 31, 2019). "Filipino star Jake Macapagal pirouettes into our fair city". Northwest Asian Weekly. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  5. "Dolly De Leon gets BAFTA nomination for 'Triangle of Sadness'". ABS-CBN News. January 19, 2023. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  6. Asilo, Rito P. (May 19, 2023). "Living the dream: Jake Macapagal on role in Paramount+ series". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  7. "Half the world away". Drama Quarterly. January 25, 2017. Retrieved June 11, 2023.
  8. "The Heat is On: The Making of 'Miss Saigon'". IMDb. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
  9. "Metro Manila Sundance Review". The Hollywood Reporter. January 20, 2013. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
  10. "Metro Manila Sundance Review". The Hollywood Reporter. January 20, 2013. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
  11. "Dolly De Leon Breaks Out in 'Triangle of Sadness'". Eclipse Magazine. Retrieved April 6, 2024.


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