Kier Legaspi

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Kier Legaspi
Born
Christopher Lim Legaspi

(1973-01-01) January 1, 1973 (age 51)
Occupation(s) Actor, host
Years active1989–present
ChildrenDanielle "Dani" Barretto
Parent Lito Legaspi (father)
Relatives Zoren Legaspi (brother)
Brando Legaspi (brother)
Cassy Legaspi and Mavy Legaspi (niece and nephew)

Christopher Lim Legaspi (born January 1, 1973), popularly known by his stage name Kier Legaspi, is a Filipino actor known for his villain roles in the '90s. [1]

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Personal life

He is the younger brother of fellow actors Zoren Legaspi and Brando Legaspi (whose real name is "Kier Lim Legaspi", a name Christopher borrowed and used on-screen) and is also a son of veteran actor Lito Legaspi and Hershey. He has one daughter with actress Marjorie Barretto named Daniella (Dani). In 2019, Dani Barretto wed Xavi Panlilio with child Millie. [2] [3] In June 2024, Dani and Xavi confirmed their second child would be a boy, "To our Millie girl and our son, I’m yours forever." [4]

Filmography

Film

Television

YearTitleRoleNotesNetwork
1989–1990 That's Entertainment Host/Performer GMA Network
1996 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Billards ABS-CBN
1999–2001 Saan Ka Man Naroroon Dello
2000 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Tulay
2001–2002 Sana ay Ikaw na Nga GMA Network
2004 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kutsilyo Randy ABS-CBN
2005–2007 Daisy Siete Kevin GMA Network
2007 Lupin Sgt. Katas
Princess Charming Ricardo de Saavedra
Sine Novela: Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso Dr. Franco
2008 Lobo Nicholas Raymundo ABS-CBN
2009 Darna Anton GMA Network
2010 Bantatay Baldo
Tanging Yaman Emil Jacinto ABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Larawan II Henry
Rosalka Jhun Dimaano
2011 Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin Joel GMA Network
Wansapanataym: Unli-Gift Box Rodel ABS-CBN
2013 Mundo Mo'y Akin Romy Alvarez GMA Network
Akin Pa Rin ang Bukas Brando Morales
Genesis Jomar
2014PanalanginTeddy
2015 Second Chances Emman
Maynila: Bilango ng Kahapon
Beautiful Strangers Rigor Lacsamana
2018 My Guitar Princess Elvis Soriano
Onanay Joel
2023 Black Rider Sonny
2024 FPJ's Batang Quiapo P/BGen. Michael Peralta A2Z / TV5

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References

  1. Kier PEP
  2. Bueno, Leah (October 16, 2022). "Marjorie, Dani Barretto greet Kier Legaspi's mom a happy birthday". ABS-CBN Digital Media . Retrieved April 30, 2024.
  3. Acar, Aedrianne (October 18, 2022). "Dani Barretto writes love letter for her Lola Hershey Legaspi". GMA Integrated News . Retrieved April 30, 2024.
  4. Purnell, Kristofer (June 22, 2024). "Dani Barretto pregnant with 2nd child, a baby boy". The Philippine Star . Retrieved June 23, 2024.