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Arron Lumba Villaflor (born July 5, 1990) is a Filipino actor, rapper, dancer, prayer leader and politician. He started his career in Philippines' showbiz industry in the second season of Star Circle Quest where he finished as the runner-up.[1] He is currently managed by Cornerstone Entertainment and Viva Artist Agency.
Arron Villaflor | |
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| Member of the Tarlac Provincial Board from the 2nd district | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2025 Serving with Harmes Sembrano, Dennis Go and Topey delos Reyes | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Arron Lumba Villaflor July 5, 1990 |
| Party | PFP (2024–present) |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Occupation | Rapper, actor, dancer, model, host and prayer leader |
| Years active | 2005–present |
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Early life and background
editBorn and raised in Tarlac, where he spent his foundational years. Enrolled at the Ateneo de Manila University, where he balanced his life as a working actor and an active student. He majored in Operations Management. Continued his higher education into adulthood. He pursued his Master's Degree at Lyceum-Northwestern University.
Acting career
editAfter his breakthrough on Star Circle Quest, Villaflor joined the ABS-CBN talent arm Star Magic. He quickly became a familiar face on Philippine television, landing notable roles in fantasy series like Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao and the highly successful superhero drama Juan dela Cruz (2013). He continued to build a strong TV presence, appearing in shows like All of Me (2015) and Ang Probinsyano (2019–2020).
Villaflor expanded his horizons by taking on more mature roles in the streaming and independent cinema sectors. His recent works include films like Celestina: Burlesk Dancer (2024), Selda Tres (2025), and the films Pater Noster and Tenement. Managed by Cornerstone Entertainment and Viva Artists Agency, he has successfully balanced his show business commitments alongside ventures into local public service in Tarlac.
Political career
editIn October 2024, Villaflor filed his candidacy for board member of the second district of Tarlac under the Partido Federal ng Pilipinas in the 2025 Philippine general election.[2]
Personal life
editHe is occasionally associated with his past showbiz relationships most notably his highly publicized romance with actress Jane de Leon though he has stated they broke off on good terms as their careers grew.
He remains in a committed, long-term relationship with non-showbiz partner Camille Buenaventura. The two have been publicly together since they made their relationship official in 2020.
In March 2026, Villaflor formally released statements condemning the "weaponization of private content" after unauthorized intimate videos circulated online. He referred the matter to authorities, citing digital abuse and violations of privacy, while clarifying that previous clips that surfaced were merely old scenes from past films.
Acting credits
editFilm
edit| † | Denotes films that have not yet been released |
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Can This Be Love | Louie | |
| 2006 | You Are the One | Ryan | [3] |
| 2007 | Katas ng Saudi | Guest actor | |
| 2008 | Caregiver | Guest role | [4] |
| 2010 | Mamarazzi | Glen Santos-Gonzales | [5] |
| 2013 | Call Center Girl | Perry Manlapat | [6] |
| 2015 | Heneral Luna | Joven Hernando | [7] |
| 2017 | Spirit of the Glass 2: The Haunted | Budoy | [8] |
| 2018 | Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral | Joven Hernando | [9] |
| 2019 | Clarita | Father Benedicto | [10] |
| 2023 | Nightbird | Dennis | |
| Beloved | Joel | ||
| Star Dancer | Prince | ||
| Hilom | Sam | ||
| Wild Flowers | Kevin | ||
| Tuhog | Michael | ||
| Penduko | Saki | [11] | |
| 2024 | Celestina: Burlesk Dancer | Leandro | |
| 2025 | In Thy Name | Captain Sabban | [12] |
| Selda Tres | N/a | ||
| Quezon | Joven Hernando | [13] | |
| 2026 | Tenement | N/a | |
| Pater Noster | Peter Mesias |
Television
edit| † | Denotes shows that have not yet been aired |
Theater
edit- 2002: First Name - Judah
- 2008: Ibong Adarna - Don Juan
Accolades
edit| Year | Award giving body | Category | Nominated work | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV | Best Drama Supporting Actor[26] | Juan dela Cruz | Won |
| 2014 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series | Nominated | |
| 2016 | 18th Gawad PASADO Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Heneral Luna | Nominated |
| 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Drama Supporting Actor (tied with Arjo Atayde)[27] | All of Me | Won | |
| 2017 | 31st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Drama Supporting Actor | The Greatest Love | Nominated |
References
edit- ↑ "Second placers sa TV talent competitions, nasaan na ngayon?". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved November 10, 2021.
- ↑ Acar, Aedrianne (October 1, 2024). "These celebrities are running in the Eleksyon 2025". GMANetwork.com. Retrieved December 8, 2024.
- ↑ Severo, Jan Milo (January 26, 2021). "Toni Gonzaga reveals more details about 'My Sassy Girl' remake". Philstar.com. Retrieved August 29, 2022.
- ↑ Buan-Deveza, Reyma (May 15, 2008). "Chito Roño unleashes a different Sharon in 'Caregiver'". ABS-CBN News Online. Retrieved June 26, 2008.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ Godinez, Bong (July 17, 2010). "Mamarazzi makes Diether Ocampo extremely proud". PEP.ph. Archived from the original on July 25, 2010. Retrieved July 28, 2010.
- ↑ "Call Center Girl official poster and trailer!". Archived from the original on November 25, 2013. Retrieved November 18, 2013.
- ↑ "Movie Sneaks: 'Spectre,' 'Star Wars,' 'Hateful 8' ... a guide to every holiday movie you need to see". Los Angeles Times. October 30, 2015. Retrieved November 10, 2021.
- ↑ "IN PHOTOS: 'Spirit of the Glass 2' cast assemble as the Avengers". GMA News Online. October 31, 2017. Retrieved August 28, 2025.
- ↑ Dacanay, Aimee (May 18, 2017). "Meet the cast of the Paulo Avelino-starrer Goyo: Ang Batang Heneral". Spot.ph. Summit Media. Archived from the original on August 22, 2017. Retrieved August 22, 2017.
- ↑ Cruz, Marinel R. (June 20, 2019). "How true-to-life story of demonic possession became a showcase for Jodi's acting skills". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 29, 2022.
- ↑ Pagulong, Charmie Joy (October 31, 2023). "Matteo Guidicelli hopes MMFF's Penduko 'uplifts' Filipino traditions, martial arts". Philippine Star. Retrieved December 27, 2023.
- ↑ "McCoy de Leon plays a priest in new movie 'In Thy Name'". ABS-CBN. February 4, 2025. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
- ↑ "Arron Villaflor meets his 'Quezon' family". ABS-CBN. February 19, 2025. Archived from the original on February 19, 2025. Retrieved June 6, 2025.
- ↑ Dinno Erece (March 17, 2008). "Newcomer Alex Castro reveals he was the first boyfriend of Wendy Valdez". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 20, 2023.
- ↑ Siazon, Rachelle (February 22, 2009). "Kristine Hermosa is now more cautious with her love life". ABS-CBN Interactive. Archived from the original on February 24, 2009. Retrieved April 21, 2009.
- ↑ "Coco Martin plays superhero in Juan dela Cruz". ABS-CBN News. December 6, 2012. Retrieved July 13, 2025.
- ↑ "Korean series 'Pure Love' to get Pinoy adaptation". ABS-CBN News. April 21, 2014. Retrieved June 3, 2014.
- ↑ "Alex Gonzaga topbills Filipino adaptation of "Pure Love"". PEP.ph. June 29, 2014. Retrieved July 7, 2024.
- ↑ "Coco Martin and Julia Montes reunite in Wansapanataym". The Manila Times. March 21, 2015. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ↑ ABS-CBN (July 2, 2016). "ABS-CBN unveils show for 2016". ABS-CBN.com. Retrieved July 2, 2016.
- ↑ ABS-CBN (July 2, 2016). "The Greatest Love Teaser Trailer: Coming Soon on ABS-CBN!". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved July 2, 2016.
- ↑ Padayhag, Michelle Joy. "Julia Montes gets back in action via Asintado". Cebu Daily News. Retrieved January 29, 2018.[permanent dead link]
- ↑ "KILALANIN: Mga bagong karakter sa 'Ang Probinsyano'". ABS-CBN News. July 2, 2019. Retrieved July 2, 2019.
- ↑ "Maja Salvador banners prime series on TV5". Manila Standard Today. March 28, 2021. Retrieved April 3, 2021.
- ↑ "Azi's new role close to reality - Journalnews". August 25, 2023. Archived from the original on September 1, 2023. Retrieved September 1, 2023.
- ↑ Marjorie S. Duran. "Hit teleserye stars bag PMPC top acting award". Manila Bulletin. p. 1. Archived from the original on November 25, 2013. Retrieved November 25, 2025.
- ↑ "ABS-CBN dominates 2016 PMPC Star Awards for Music, TV". ABS-CBN News. October 23, 2016. Retrieved November 10, 2021.