Anthony Jennings (actor)
Anthony Jennings | |
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Born | Anthony Michael Jennings November 1, 2000 |
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Years active | 2019–present |
Agent(s) | Star Magic (2019–present) Rise Artists Studio (2020–present) |
Anthony Michael Jennings (born November 1, 2000)[1][2] is a Filipino actor. He gained mainstream recognition for his supporting role as Snoop Manansala in the ABS-CBN romantic drama series Can't Buy Me Love with his on-screen partner Maris Racal.[3]
Early life
[edit]Anthony Michael Jennings grew up in Barangay Mambugsay, Cauayan, Negros Occidental with his grandparents. His father is British, and his mother is a Filipina. In an article, he describes his childhood years as constantly moving from one house to another due to financial problems.[2][4] He also stated that he only finished second grade and was not able to learn how to read or write early on. When he was auditioning for a role in a show, he only knew how to read but didn't know how to write yet. He later learned to read and write.[2][4][5]
Career
[edit]Jennings was included in the pool of Star Magic actors and actresses in 2019, alongside Belle Mariano. He started his acting career in the film Hello, Love, Goodbye, and was also included in Love at First Stream and The House Arrest of Us. His first television appearance was the stint action series The Iron Heart, Jennings was cast in Can't Buy Me Love and played the character of Snoop Manansala, the street-smart best friend of Bingo Mariano (Donny Pangilinan) who has a sense of humor.[3][2][4]
Jennings became an endorser of Mang Inasal Pork barbecue with his love team partner, Maris Racal.[6] He also has a YouTube channel.[4]
Personal life
[edit]Jennings dated a woman outside the entertainment industry named Jamela Villanueva. In November 2024, he confirmed his breakup with Villanueva.[7] In a February 2024 interview, Jennings claimed that they had been together for five years,[8] while in November 2024, Villanueva claimed that they had been together for "nearly seven years".[9] On December 3, Villanueva alleged that Jennings cheated on her with Maris Racal and released screenshots of Racal's intimate private conversations with Jennings.[10] On December 6, Racal publicly apologized to Villanueva and her supporters. She accused Jennings of deceiving her, alleging that he repeatedly claimed to have broken up with Villanueva in private. In her statement, Racal also said she was "sad" about her intimate conversations being posted without her consent and "[felt] like[...] a naked woman walking" every time she went out, following the release of the screenshots.[11] Jennings also issued a public apology directed towards both Villanueva and Racal on December 6.[12]
Filmography
[edit]Movies
[edit]† | Denotes film that has not yet been released |
Year | Title | Role | Ref |
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2019 | Hello, Love, Goodbye | Eric Del Rosario | |
Unbreakable | Mark Salvador | ||
2021 | Love at First Stream | Christopher "Tupe" Rodriguez | [13] |
2024 | Hello, Love, Again | Eric Del Rosario | a |
And the Breadwinner Is...† | [14] |
Notes:
^ a Special participation.
TV & Web Series
[edit]† | Denotes show that has not yet been released |
Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
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2020 | The House Arrest of Us | Rufus de Guzman | [15] |
2022 | My Papa Pi | Harvee | [16] |
A Family Affair | Dave Estrella (young) | ||
Love Bites: Lost But Found | Macoy | [17] | |
Tara, G! | Rocky | [18] | |
2022–2023 | The Iron Heart | Cronus Lopez | [19] |
2023–2024 | Can't Buy Me Love | Snoop Manansala | [20][21] |
2025 | Incognito† | Tomas Guerrero | [22] |
Web shows
[edit]Year | Title | Episode | Ref. |
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2022 | Dear MOR Celebrity Specials | Heart Wrecker | [23] |
Boys After Dark | all episodes | [24][25] | |
2024 | CBML All Access | [26] | |
Bida/Bida | Love Team Mo, Love Team Ko | [27][28] |
Music videos
[edit]Year | Song | Artist |
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2021 | No Stopping You (Vertical MV) | SB19 |
2022 | Tara,G! | The Juans |
2024 | Iyo (with Maris Racal) | Darren Espanto |
TVC/ Brand Endorsement
[edit]Year | Brand | Product/ Promo |
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2019 | Toyota Motor Philippines | Toyota Innovab |
2024c | Lay's Stax | #LoveStax |
Mang Inasal | Pork Barbecue | |
San Mig Coffee | San Mig Sugar Free Coffee |
Notes:
^ b with Mulach family.
^ c all TVC with on-screen partner Maris Racal.
Discography
[edit]Year | Title | Music Label |
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2022 | Tara, G! (cast version) | Star Music |
2024 | BB Girl |
References
[edit]- ^ Godinez, Bong (May 22, 2024). "Anthony Jennings: His time is now!". PEP.ph. Retrieved September 30, 2024.
- ^ a b c d Sarmiento, Kate (January 5, 2024). "12 Things To Know About 'Can't' Buy Me Love' Star Anthony Jennings". Cosmopolitan Philippines. Retrieved September 30, 2024.
- ^ a b Mallorca, Hannah (April 14, 2024). "Maris Racal thankful to find a perfect onscreen partner in Anthony Jennings". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved May 5, 2024.
- ^ a b c d Tan, Kim Shelly (January 10, 2024). "7 Facts About Anthony Jennings Or Snoop In Can't Buy Me Love". TheSmartLocal Philippines - Travel, Lifestyle, Culture & Language Guide. Retrieved May 5, 2024.
- ^ Severo, Jan Milo. "'No read, no write' actor Anthony Jennings can now read, wants to finish school". Philstar.com. Retrieved May 5, 2024.
- ^ "Maris and Anthony say 'yes' as Mang Inasal Pork BBQ endorsers". The Manila Times. July 14, 2024. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ^ Llemit, Kathleen (December 1, 2024). "Anthony Jennings confirms split with non-showbiz girlfriend — report". The Philippine Star. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ^ Pasajol, Anne (October 2, 2024). "Anthony Jennings' non-showbiz GF alludes to being heartbroken, betrayed". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 14, 2024.
- ^ Crucillo, Karen Juliane (December 4, 2024). "Jam Villanueva breaks silence on split with Anthony Jennings". GMA News. Retrieved December 14, 2024.
- ^ Iglesias, Iza (December 4, 2024). "Actor Anthony Jennings' ex-girlfriend exposes alleged cheating with co-star Maris Racal". The Manila Times. Archived from the original on December 22, 2024.
- ^ Llemit, Kathleen A. (December 6, 2024). "Full transcript: Maris Racal's tell-all over Anthony Jennings issue". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on December 22, 2024.
- ^ Llemit, Kathleen A. (December 6, 2024). "Anthony Jennings asks for forgiveness from 'dalawang babae' Maris Racal, Jamela Villanueva". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on December 22, 2024.
- ^ Bautista, Rafael (July 8, 2021). "MEET THE STARS OF LOVE AT FIRST STREAM, A COMING TOGETHER OF CINEMA AND STREAMING". Nylon Manila. Retrieved July 16, 2024.
- ^ Javier, Humility (July 16, 2024). "Vice Ganda's 'And The Breadwinner Is...' joins Metro Manila Film Festival 2024 lineup". ABS-CBN Entertainment.
- ^ "I Feel U: Riva, Alora and Anthony on working with Kathryn and Daniel on 'The House Arrest of Us'". ABS-CBN Entertainment. October 22, 2020. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "Meet the hopefuls of 'My Papa Pi' this Saturday". Manila Bulletin. March 19, 2022. Retrieved July 15, 2022.
- ^ Dela Cruz, Liezel (September 20, 2022). "Vivoree and Anthony will fill your hearts with kilig, bittersweet feelings in "Love Bites: Lost But Found"". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "'Tara, G' delights viewers with good vibes and heartwarming story". Manila Bulletin. October 11, 2022. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ Dela Cruz, Liezel (January 29, 2023). "Anthony Jennings excited for his action scenes in "The Iron Heart"". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ Mallorca, Hannah (May 8, 2024). "Maris Racal, Anthony Jennings on their 'Can't Buy Me Love' characters". Inquirer.Net. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ Krishnan, Ganiel (April 11, 2024). "Maris Racal, Anthony Jennings bid farewell to 'Can't Buy Me Love'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "LOOK: The star-studded cast of the action-packed series 'Incognito'". ABS-CBN.com. November 30, 2024.
- ^ Kalaw, Bea (August 27, 2022). "Anthony and Rans unexpectedly catch feelings for each other in Dear MOR: Heart Wrecker". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "Rise Artists boys to release 'Boy After Dark' video podcast". ABS-CBN News. September 3, 2022. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "Anthony Jennings shares biggest regret in life". ABS-CBN News. September 28, 2022. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ Bardinas, Mary Ann (May 4, 2024). "Priceless funny moments of "Can't Buy Me Love" barkada while filming "CBML All Access" episodes". ABS-CBN Entertainment. Retrieved July 15, 2024.
- ^ "'Bida/Bida': Donny, Anthony, Kaila, and Maris are part of new Netflix PH 'social series'". ABS-CBN News. June 13, 2024.
- ^ Purnell, Kristofer (July 13, 2024). "BarDa, MaThon break down creation, popularity of love teams". Philippine Star.