Alden Richards

Alden Richards

CountryPhilippines Philippines
GenderMale
BirthdayJan 2, 1992
BiographyRichard Reyes Faulkerson Jr. (born January 2, 1992), known professionally as Alden Richards, is a Filipino actor, television presenter, entrepreneur and film director. Known for his leading roles in romantic and historical dramas, his accolades include five PMPC Star Awards for Movies, six PMPC Star Awards for Television, eight Box Office Entertainment Awards, two FAMAS Awards, a Seoul International Drama Award, a Jinseo Arigato International Film Festival Award, a Golden Screen Award, and an Ani ng Dangal, in addition to nominations for a Gawad Urian and two Metro Manila Film Festival Awards.

Richards acting career began in the fantasy drama Alakdana, which marked his first screen appearance. His breakthrough was in the romantic drama One True Love, with Louise delos Reyes. He rose to stardom in the romantic comedy sketch Kalyeserye opposite Maine Mendoza, known popularly as AlDub. His most commercially successful films include My Bebe Love: KiligPaMore, Imagine You and Me and Five Breakups and a Romance, including Hello, Love, Goodbye and Hello, Love, Again, which are among the highest-grossing Filipino films of all time.

In music, he has received several awards and nominations for his albums. His extended play Wish I May was certified Diamond record by PARI, making it one of the best-selling albums in the Philippines.

He also ventured into production, co-producing films, concert shows and events.

Beyond his work in the entertainment industry, he devoted his time supporting various charitable causes, particularly in the area of literacy and education. He is the founder of AR Foundation Inc., a scholarship program that helps underprivileged students finish college. Richards serves as a member of Mowelfund Inc. Board of Trustees since 2023. He is also a global ambassador of Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA).

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