| Office: | Member of the Board of Directors of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation | ||||||
| Term Start: | September 15, 2021 | ||||||
| Term End: | June 30, 2022 | ||||||
| Appointer: | Rodrigo Duterte | ||||||
| Office1: | Vice President for Corporate Social Responsibility Group of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation | ||||||
| Term Start1: | October 2017 | ||||||
| Term End1: | July 2021 | ||||||
| Office2: | Assistant Vice President for Entertainment of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation | ||||||
| Term Start2: | July 10, 2016 | ||||||
| Term End2: | October 2017 | ||||||
| Appointer2: | Rodrigo Duterte | ||||||
| Alma Mater: | Ateneo de Manila University (AB) University of the East (JD) | ||||||
| Birth Name: | James Patrick Romero Bondoc | ||||||
| Birth Date: | 31 May 1975 | ||||||
| Birth Place: | Quezon City, Philippines | ||||||
| Occupation: | Singer, composer, producer, lawyer | ||||||
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| Party: | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
James Patrick Romero Bondoc[2] (born May 31, 1975), known professionally as Jimmy Bondoc, is a Filipino musician, songwriter and lawyer. He is best known for composing his songs "Let Me Be The One" and "Hanggang Dito Na Lang".
In 2021, he was named as a member of the Board of Directors of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Previously, he served as the vice-president for community relations of the corporation from 2017 to 2021 and as assistant vice-president in the Entertainment Department of the said corporation from 2016 to 2017.
Bondoc was born on May 31, 1975 in Quezon City.[2] He studied at the Ateneo de Manila University from elementary to college, graduating with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in Communications.[3]
Bondoc is an acoustic musician who has composed and produced songs. He is known for his original hits "The Man I Was With You", "Akin Na Lang Sana Siya", and his biggest hit, "Let Me Be The One". In 2002, he founded Magis Productions, where he also served as its president until 2016. One of the songs from his 2006 album Undercover, "I believe", is an adaptation of South Korean singer Shin Seung-hun's song of the same title, which was released in 2002.[4] In 2009, Bondoc released his album entitled Walang Araw, Walang Ulan, under Sony-BMG.[5] In 2010, the album Ang Mahiwagang Bisikleta at Ang Huling Makata was released.[6]
Bondoc was a resident juror on Twist and Shout, a Philippine version of Sing If You Can franchise.[7] [8] He was also a regular celebrity mentor on the "Bida Kapamilya" segment of It's Showtime.[9] [10] [11] He also served as a radio host for The RnB Show at 97.9 Natural (now known as 97.9 Home Radio) with Duncan Ramos until the end of 2014. He was also part of the band called the Sabado Boys alongside Luke Mejares, Paolo Santos and Dj Myke.
In 2015, Bondoc was among the showbiz personalities who campaigned for Rodrigo Duterte's successful presidential candidacy. He composed the song "Takbo" (Run), performed by various OPM artists who supported him, to seek the then-Davao City Mayor Duterte to officially run for president at that time.[12]
In July 2016, Bondoc was appointed as the Assistant Vice President for Entertainment of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR),[13] replacing Bong Quintaña. His appointment did not come without criticisms as citizens questioned his qualifications for the post.[14] He later served as PAGCOR’s vice president for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Group from October 2017 to July 2021.
On September 10, 2021, he was named as a member of the Board of Directors of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), serving to complete the unfinished term of deceased Director Reynaldo Concordia.[15] He took on September 15 by an official in Barangay Pinagkaisahan, Quezon City and would serve until June 30, 2022.[16]
In April 2017, Bondoc, a critic of Vice President Leni Robredo, was one of the organizers of "Palit-Bise" rally held at the Rizal Park in Manila.[17] Held by pro-Duterte supporters, the Philippine National Police estimated that the crowd numbered only to 4,500 in comparison with the millions who voted for Duterte.[18] The rally was said to be funded by donations coming from OFW supporters of the president through the Gava Gives online platform. Questions were raised if collected funds were taxable.[19] On March 28, 2017, in a press conference prior to the rally, there were reported instances of bloggers and journalists receiving "gas money", for those who took public transport to go to the press conference.[20]
In May 2019, Bondoc posted his sentiments on the imminent expiration of ABS-CBN's legislative franchise, typing "I AM EAGERLY AWAITING YOUR DEMISE".[21] On June 12, 2019, he celebrated the news[22] of the House of Representatives freezing the discussions on the renewal of the media company's broadcasting franchise.[23]
After the shutdown of ABS-CBN on May 5, 2020, Bondoc posted a sarcastic speech on the "closure" of a giant network, saying "he is not happy" and is wishing for forgiveness.[24]
During the 2022 Philippine general election campaign period, Bondoc showed support to the presidential bid of his fellow celebrity, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno. He was also seen performing at Moreno's campaign rally.[25]
On October 6, 2024, Bondoc filed to run for senator in the 2025 Philippine Senate elections under the Duterte-led Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP).[26]
In 2005, Bondoc had a relationship with the Filipina singer Nina. He also faced disputes with Nyoy Volante.[27] [28]
In 2017, Bondoc started studying law at San Beda University.[29] In 2019, he transferred to University of the East to continue his law studies.[30]
On August 2, 2022, a fire razed Bondoc's studio, damaging musical instruments and equipment worth .[31]
In December 2023, Bondoc passed the 2023 Philippine Bar Examinations.[32]
| Association | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 22nd Aliw Awards | Best Performance in a Concert (Smaller Venue) | |
| 1st Philippine radio Music Awards | Alternative Solo Artist of the Year (Hanggang Dito Na Lang) Best Pop Male (Hanggang Dito Na Lang) | |
| Aliw Awards | Best Male Performer | |
| Business Excellence Awards | Best Acoustic Male Performer | |
| IFM Pinoy Music Awards | Best Acoustic Male Performer | |
| Awit Awards | Nomination for the song "Let Me Be The One" | |
| Business Excellence Awards | Most Popular Song by a Male Performer | |
| Aliw Awards | Best Male Performer | |
| Aliw Awards | "Last Year's Christmas" for Best Christmas Song Best Male Performer | |
| Aliw Awards | Best Performance in a Concert Collaboration | |
| MTV Pilipinas Awards | Favorite Male Artist Best Video for The Man I Was With You | |