Jillian: Namamasko Po Explained

Alt Name:	Jillian, The Christmas Doll Jillian
Genre:	Comedy drama Fantasy
Director:	Mark A. Reyes
Starring:	Jillian Ward
Open Theme:	"Kumukutikutitap" by Jillian Ward
Country:	Philippines
Language:	Tagalog
Num Episodes:	40
Executive Producer:	Winnie Hollis-Reyes
Location:	Metro Manila, Philippines
Camera:	Multiple-camera setup
Runtime:	30–45 minutes
Company:	GMA Entertainment TV
Network:	GMA Network

Jillian: (International title: Jillian, The Christmas Doll /) is a Philippine television drama comedy fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. It stars Jillian Ward in the title role. It premiered on November 29, 2010 on the network's Telebabad line up. On January 13, 2011, the show was renamed as Jillian. The series concluded on January 21, 2011 with a total of 40 episodes. It was replaced by Machete in its timeslot.

Cast and characters

Lead cast

• Jillian Ward as Jillian the Doll^[1]

Supporting cast

• Claudine Barretto as Lynette "Lynn" Rivera^[2]
• Wendell Ramos as Nelson Rivera^[3]

Guest cast

• Michael V. as Santa Claus / Nick^[4]
• Daniella Amable as Dolly Rivera
• Marian Rivera as Odessa Fuentes
• Yul Servo as Roberto
• Sherilyn Reyes as Carmen
• Chinggoy Alonzo as Victor
• Diva Montelaba as Sarah
• Carla Abellana as Joyce
• Nathalie Hart as Maya
• Gabby Eigenmann as Andre
• Danica Robles as Meding
• Sunshine Garcia as Andre's wife
• Paulo Avelino as James
• Enzo Pineda as Ace
• Dennis Trillo as Danny
• Jennylyn Mercado as Cecile
• Tirso Cruz III as R
• Yogo Singh as Habagat
• Ryan Eigenmann as Rico
• Arthur Solinap as himself
• Christopher de Leon as Dante Molina
• Sam Pinto as Lissa Molina
• Mark Herras as Bart Molina
• Barbie Forteza as Maggie Molina
• Eddie Garcia as Zaldy
• Luz Valdez as Virgie
• Neil Coleta as Junior
• Bernadette Alysson as Minnie
• Ian Veneracion as Migs
• Maureen Larrazabal as Lizzie
• Ynna Asistio as Jenny
• Buboy Villar
• Carlo Gonzales as Franco
• Nova Villa as Claus
• Diana Zubiri as Francine
• Grecila Rosales as Kate
• Chynna Ortaleza as Mavic
• Kiko Rustia as Noel
• Diego Llorico as Francine's friend

Production

Principal photography commenced on November 18, 2010.^[5] Filming concluded on January 18, 2011.^[6]

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila People/Individual television ratings, the pilot episode of Jillian: earned a 10.7% rating,^[7] while the final episode scored an 11.8% rating.^[8]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Remember these child stars from 10 years ago? Here's where they are now . Bonagua, Khatrina . September 19, 2021 . PEP . September 19, 2021.
2. Web site: Jillian Ward charms Cebu . Balbuena, Vanessa . April 26, 2011 . . April 11, 2024.
3. Web site: Wendell Ramos, balik-drama ngayong Pasko . November 30, 2010 . GMA Network . April 11, 2024.
4. Web site: Direk Mark Reyes explains Claudine Barretto's absence at Namamasko Po! launch . Sibonga, Glen . November 25, 2010 . PEP . April 11, 2024.
5. Web site: Paglicawan, Mc Richard . Christmas Serye ng GMA7, Magsisimula nang magtaping ngayong November 18! . April 11, 2024 . Lionheartv . November 13, 2010.
6. Web site: Pagkawasak ng Bamboo walang pakialam ang mga tao . April 11, 2024 . . January 15, 2011.
7. Web site: AGB Neilsen (Mega Manila Only) – People Ratings : November 29, 2010 (Monday) . December 2, 2010 . LionhearTV . March 6, 2018.
8. Web site: AGB Nielsen Mega Manila People Ratings (Jan. 21-24): Machete makes its mark on primetime, debuts at No. 2 . Santiago, Erwin . January 25, 2011 . PEP . March 5, 2011.