Lassy Marquez

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Lassy Marquez
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Lassy Marquez in 2023
Born
Reginald Charias Marquez

(1976-10-31) October 31, 1976 (age 49)
Occupations
Years active2007–present
Agent Viva Artists Agency

Reginald Charias Marquez (born October 31, 1976), professionally known as Lassy Marquez is a Filipino comedian, actor, performer, host, television personality and an entrepreneur. He is best known as a member of the comedy trio Beks Battalion, along with MC Muah and Chad Kinis, [1] and for his appearances as a main co-host on the noontime variety show It’s Showtime . He is also known for his supporting roles in comedy films under Viva Films.

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Personal life

Marquez is the oldest of 5 children. His parents moved to Palawan leaving him and his siblings. He worked to support his siblings selling banana cue. The parents went to do a business there but the business didn't go well. [2] Marquez was only able to complete his second year of college.

His first job was a data encoder and after that he became a sales executive in a publishing company. He didn't like the work there but his dream was to work in a office. He also shared in an interview that his father and one of his siblings were ex-convicts. [2]

Marquez is openly gay and active in LGBTQ+ entertainment circles in the Philippines. In May 2024, he publicly mourned the death of his father, Rolando Marquez, and received messages of sympathy and support from fans and fellow entertainers. [3] [4] Vice Ganda and MC Muah are the closest friends of Marquez. [5] [6]

In July 2024, the Marquez house was one of thosed affected by flash flooding due to Typhoon Carina. [7] [8]

Career

Lassy Marquez began his entertainment career performing in popular comedy bars such as Punchline and Laffline. [9] He quickly gained popularity for his humorous anecdotes, quick wit, and sing-along hosting style and being a sidekick of Vice Ganda. [10] [11] [12]

The nickname "Lassy" was given by his fellow comedian, Chokoleit due to his expressive and flamboyant stage persona and also because at the time the movie "Lassie" was very popular. Since Lassy often portrays his several "dog" antics, adopted the nickname. [10] [13]

Film

Marquez has appeared in several Filipino comedy films, often alongside Vice Ganda. His most notable film credits include:

Television

In 2023, Marquez joined the cast of It’s Showtime , aired on Kapamilya Channel, A2Z, ALLTV and GMA Network. [18] [19] [20] [21] [22] [23] He became a regular segment host, contributing comedic flair to live skits and games. [24] [25]

In October 2024, he was part of "Team Ogie" during the show's annual Magpasikat week. [26] Their performance—which blended comedy, emotion, and advocacy—won first place. [27]

Beks Battalion

He is active on YouTube and social media, particularly through Beks Battalion’s online platforms. [3] [28] [29] In an interview Lassy and MC reveal that they used to have an addiction to gambling, having lost over 10 million pesos. [30] [31] [32]

Filmography

Film

Key
Denotes films that have not yet been released
YearTitleRoleRef!
2024 And the Breadwinner Is... Jovie Miyaki [33]
2023 Beks Days of Our Lives Reggie [34]
20225 in 1Chismosang Bakla [35]
Partners in Crime Maren [36]
2021 Sarap Mong Patayin Noel [37]
GandemicHimself
Ang manananggal na nahahati ang pusoGingging [38]
2019 Papa Pogi Becky [39]
Two Love YouReggie [40] [41]
The Mall, the Merrier! Baks [42]
2018 Fantastica Chakalyn Jose [43]
Da One That Ghost Away Ponzi [44]
Wonder BraErika [45]
2017 Gandarrapiddo! The Revenger Squad Bokbok / Flawlessa [46]
2016 The Super Parental Guardians Nadine Monio [47]
2015 Beauty and the Bestie Jude [48]
2013 Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy Waiter [49]
Bromance: My Brother's Romance Tequi [50]
Bekikang: Ang Nanay Kong Beki Tomas [51]
2012 This Guy's in Love with U Mare! Ricky [52]

Television

YearTitleRole
2023–present It's Showtime Host [53]
2021 Puto Cher / Mamita [54]
2019ManilennialsChurvalyn
2018Alamat ng AnoVelma A's Manager
2009–2016 Maalaala Mo Kaya Yam / Kimberly / Toto / Sashi's Friend / Jade
2013–2014 Juan dela Cruz Ariel
2011 Mutya Mameng
2009 Parekoy
2007 Princess Sarah

See also

References

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  2. 1 2 Bonoan, Reggee (December 8, 2021). "Pamilya ni Lassy nasangkot sa malaking kaso: Ako ang pinuntirya nila, gusto akong itumba". Inquirer Bandera . Retrieved November 3, 2025.
  3. 1 2 Lassy Marquez’s emotional tribute to his father, May 2024
  4. "'It's Showtime' host Lassy mourns father's death". GMA News Online. May 16, 2024. Retrieved November 3, 2025.
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  10. 1 2 Lassy’s early stand-up comedy career at Punchline and Laffline.
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  12. "Lassy, MC certified Unkabogable Sidekicks ni Vice". NewsKo. April 25, 2022. Retrieved November 15, 2025.
  13. Dela Fuente, Stacy (March 22, 2019). "Lassy Marquez reveals spine-tingling premonition of Chokoleit in dressing room a day before he died". Kami.com. Retrieved November 15, 2025.
  14. Sarap Mong Patayin press release.
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