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My Take
Joey de Leon is the kind of entertainer whose longevity itself is the achievement. A comedian, actor, host, and songwriter from Manila, he has kept Filipino audiences laughing for generations as part of the legendary trio with the Sotto brothers. What I admire most is the sheer versatility paired with staying power. Comedy ages fast and tastes shift, yet he has remained beloved, even earning the Henyo Master nickname. To me that signals not just quick wit but genuine warmth and a deep read on his audience. He is national comfort food in human form.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Joey de Leon
- Name (Japanese)
- ジョーイ・デ・レオン
- Reading
- じょーい・で・れおん
- Born
- October 14, 1946 (age 79)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Libra / Dog
- Origin
- Manila, Philippines
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- singer / comedian / actor
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- De La Salle University
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
- Xhttps://x.com/AngPoetNyo
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joey%20de%20Leon
Frequently asked questions
When was Joey de Leon born?
Born October 14, 1946 (age 79).
Where is Joey de Leon from?
Joey de Leon is from Manila, Philippines.
What does Joey de Leon do?
Joey de Leon works as singer, comedian, actor.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-23
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.