Jessica Villarubin Explained

Jessica Villarubin
Birth Date:14 May 1996
Birth Place:San Fernando, Cebu, Philippines
Occupation:Singer
Years Active:2020–present
Agent:Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2020–present)
Height:1.55 m
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Genre:Pop
Label:GMA Music (2021–present)
Current Member Of:Divas of the Queendom

Jessica Villarubin (in Tagalog ˌdʒɛːsiˈka bɪljaruˈbin/; born May 14, 1996) is a Filipino singer. She emerged victorious as the third grand champion of GMA's singing competition, The Clash. As an artist under GMA Network, Villarubin is currently seen in variety show All-Out Sundays, as one of the "Divas of the Queendom".

Personal life and career

Early beginnings; The Clash journey

Hailing from Cebu. Villarubin's humble beginnings as the breadwinner of her family only fueled her determination to chase her dreams. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, she bravely ventured to Manila with the hope of securing a better future for her family through her passion for singing.

With her powerful performances and unwavering perseverance, she emerged as the Grand Champion of the Philippine reality singing competition The Clash, solidifying her place as one of the country's most talented and inspiring voices.[1] [2] [3] [4] [5]

In the grand finals of the competition, Villarubin stood tall as she faced off against fellow competitor, Jennie Gabriel, in a heart-stopping one-on-one showdown. With her powerful rendition of Wency Cornejo's "Habang May Buhay" and Jennie's emotive performance of Celine Dion's "All by Myself", the two singers delivered an unforgettable and intense battle for the crown. In the end, Villarubin's exceptional singing techniques and unmatched stamina shone through the competition. In her historic victory, Villarubin not only secured the title of Grand Champion of The Clash, but also walked away with an impressive array of prizes, including an exclusive management contract from GMA Network, a brand new car, one million cash, and a house and lot. As the ultimate celebration of her triumph, she performed her winning song "Ako Naman" which was composed by one of the judges of the show, Christian Bautista,[6] [7] as her debut single. It was a momentous occasion for Villarubin, as it marked her first-ever performance on national television. Her hard work, dedication, and raw talent have truly paid off, as she emerged as one of the most promising singers in the Philippines.

Breakthrough

Villarubin is now regularly showcasing her incredible vocal abilities as a mainstay of the popular variety show, All-Out Sundays. She shares the stage with a mix of both established and emerging artists. A standout segment in All-Out Sundays is "Divas of the Queendom",[8] where Villarubin takes the stage alongside some of the most renowned artists in the Philippine music industry, including Julie Anne San Jose, Aicelle Santos, Rita Daniela and the likes of Hannah Precillas, Thea Astley, and Mariane Osabel. Audiences are consistently awestruck by their performances, as they confidently stand out among their peers, cementing their status as highly talented and inspiring singers in the industry. A concert titled Queendom: Live was held on December 2, 2023 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater.[9]

Villarubin is casually guesting on various GMA shows such as Sarap, 'Di Ba?, The Boobay and Tekla Show, and TiktoClock. She also participated in comedy skits and singing popular songs while taking on new challenges.

In 2022, Villarubin made a collaboration with Katrina Velarde, as they covered Celine Dion's "I Surrender", which she also performed in the finals of The Clash. Their cover went viral online.[10] [11]

In February 2024, she became a judge in TiktoClocks revival of 1988 amateur singing competition Tanghalan ng Kampeon, along with OPM hitmaker Renz Verano, The Juans vocalist Carl Guevarra,[12] Daryl Ong, Bugoy Drilon, Mark Bautista, Hannah Precillas and Mariane Osabel.

Discography

Singles!Year!Title!Featured artist!Composer(s)!Label!Notes!
2022HilingN/ARina L. Mercado and Simon L. TanGMA PlaylistTheme song of Start-Up PH
Ikaw Lang Ang IibiginVehnee SaturnoGMA MusicLocal theme song of Put Your Head on My Shoulder[13]
2021Agimat ng AgilaGarrett BoldenNatasha L. CorreosJohn Roque and Jojo Tawasil Nones (additional lyrics)GMA PlaylistTheme song of the series with the same title
Walang HangganN/ANatasha L. CorreosTheme song of Nagbabagang Luha
BeautifulMarie Elisha RodriguezGMA Music[14]
Ako NamanChristian BautistaThe Clash season 3 victory song[15]
Albums!Year!Title!Track!Label!Notes!
2022Wish Ko Lang! 20 Years: Original SoundtrackIsang PagkakamaliGMA Playlist[16]
Prima Donnas: Original SoundtrackHuwag Kang SusukoTheme song of Prima Donnas season 2 (Originally performed by Golden Cañedo for the first season)

Filmography

Television!Year!Title!Role!Notes!Network!
2024Amazing EarthHerselfGuestGMA Network
TiktoClock: Tanghalan ng KampeonJudge
2023NCAA Season 99: Opening CeremonyPerformer
2023; 2024Fast Talk with Boy AbundaGuest[17]
2023The Clash season 5Season 3 grand champion / Guest / Non-competition performer
2022–23Kapuso Countdown to 2023: Gayo DaejeonPerformer / Co-host[18]
2022; 2023; 2024TiktoClockGuest Performer / Player
2022NCAA Season 98: Opening CeremonyPerformerGTV
Shopee 9.9. Super Shopping Day TV SpecialGMA Network
Eat Bulaga!Guest (Bawal Judgemental segment)
NCAA Season 98: GMA NCAA All-Star Basketball GamePerformerGTV
NCAA Season 97: Opening Ceremony
Family Feud PhilippinesContestant / Team All-Out SundaysGMA Network
2021–22Kapuso Countdown to 2022: The GMA New Year SpecialPerformer[19]
2021Paskong Pangarap: The 2021 GMA Christmas Special
The Clash season 4Season 3 grand champion / Guest / Non-competition performer
2021; 2022–presentThe Boobay and Tekla ShowGuest (2021–22; 2023); Co-host / Mema Squad member (since 2022)[20]
2021; 2022Sarap 'Di Ba?Guest
2021NCAA Season 96: Opening CeremonyPerformerGTV[21]
2020–21Kapuso Countdown to 2021: The GMA New Year SpecialGMA Network[22]
2020The Clash Christmas Special: Pasko Para Sa Lahat[23]
2020; 2021–presentAll-Out SundaysGuest (2020); Performer / Co-host / Various roles (since 2021)
2020The Clash season 3Contestant / Grand Champion
2020; 2021; 2022Mars Pa MoreGuest

Awards

YearAwardCategoryNominated workResult
202235th Awit AwardsBest Performance by a New Female Recording ArtistAko Naman[25]
2023National Customer's Choice Annual Awards Outstanding New Female Recording Artist

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: December 19, 2020. Meet the Top 6 of 'The Clash Season 3'. December 21, 2020. LionhearTV. en-US.
  2. News: Meet the Top 6 of The Clash Season 3. en. Manila Standard. December 21, 2020.
  3. Web site: Cebuana Singer Jessica Villarubin wins The Clash season 3. December 21, 2020. PEP.ph. en.
  4. Web site: Jessica Villarubin is 'The Clash' Season 3 champion. December 21, 2020. ph.news.yahoo.com. en-PH.
  5. Web site: Mariane Osabel ng Iligan City itinanghal na kampeon sa The Clash Season 4 . January 31, 2023 . PEP.ph . en.
  6. Web site: Christian Bautista honored to write "Ako Naman" for 'The Clash' 3 winner Jessica Villarubin GMA Entertainment . October 31, 2022 . www.gmanetwork.com.
  7. Web site: Power Diva Jessica Villarubin releases debut single "Ako Naman" . April 8, 2021 . www.gmanetwork.com . en.
  8. Web site: Mataro . R. J. . March 28, 2021 . Jessica Villarubin joins the Queendom, says she's grateful to join talented Kapuso singers . May 28, 2023 . LionhearTV . en-US.
  9. Web site: The Queendom to rule them all: Kapuso queens reign supreme at debut concert . May 1, 2024 . PEP.ph . en.
  10. Web site: Ramos . Jansen . Collab nina Jessica Villarubin at Katrina Velarde, patok sa local at foreign YouTube reactors . November 20, 2022 . www.gmanetwork.com . en.
  11. Web site: Pornel . Atom . Pasiklaban collab ng mga birit queens na sina Katrina Velarde at Jessica Villarubin, kaabang-abang Pikapika Philippine Showbiz News Portal . November 20, 2022 . pikapika.ph . en.
  12. Web site: Presillas . Bryan Ferdie . Cebuana diva Jessica Villarubin named as "Tanghalan ng Kampeon" judge . www.gmanetwork.com . February 24, 2024 . February 10, 2024.
  13. Web site: Jessica Villarubin, natupad ang pangarap kumanta ng komposisyon ni Vehnee Saturno . May 28, 2023 . PEP.ph . en.
  14. Web site: Jessica Villarubin inspires others to come out of their shell via new single ‘Beautiful’ . May 28, 2023 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  15. Web site: Donato . Jerry . Jessica shares musical journey in Ako Naman . May 28, 2023 . Philstar.com.
  16. Web site: Den . Lion's . August 5, 2022 . 'Wish Ko Lang' celebrates 20 years with grand, cinematic anniversary episodes . May 28, 2023 . LionhearTV . en-US.
  17. Web site: Fast Talk with Boy Abunda: Jessica Villarubin, binirit ang mga sagot sa 'Fast Talk!' (Episode 51) . May 28, 2023 . www.gmanetwork.com . en.
  18. Web site: December 24, 2022 . GMA Network celebrates the New Year with 'Kapuso Countdown to 2023 Gayo Daejeon' . December 31, 2022 . Manila Bulletin . en-US.
  19. Web site: Showbiz . Manila Standard . December 30, 2021 . New Year countdown . May 28, 2023 . Manila Standard . en-US.
  20. Web site: Miralles . Nitz . Sarah, nagpasalamat sa e-billboard sa Times Square . May 28, 2023 . Philstar.com.
  21. Web site: Guardian . Daily . June 13, 2021 . RISE UP STRONGER: NCAA Season 96' officially opens June 13 on GTV . May 28, 2023 . Daily Guardian . en-US.
  22. Web site: Alden Richards, pangungunahan ang pagsalubong ng Kapuso network sa 2021 . May 28, 2023 . PEP.ph . en.
  23. Web site: Showbiz . Manila Standard . December 24, 2020 . ‘The Clash Christmas Special: Pasko Para sa Lahat’ . May 28, 2023 . Manila Standard . en-US.
  24. Web site: GMA Synergy announces 'Queendom: Live' featuring AOS vocal queens . November 5, 2023 . Manila Bulletin . en.
  25. Web site: LIST: Awit Awards 2022 winners . November 25, 2022 . Philstar.com.

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