Jimmy Bondoc

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Romero and the surname or paternal family name is Bondoc.
Jimmy Bondoc
Birth nameJames Patrick Romero Bondoc
Born (1975-05-31) May 31, 1975 (age 49)
Quezon City, Philippines
OriginManila, Philippines
GenresOPM, pop
Occupation(s)Singer, composer, producer, lawyer
LabelsStar Music[1]
Sony BMG
Ivory Music
Warner Music Philippines
Member of the Board of Directors of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation
In office
September 15, 2021 – June 30, 2022
Appointed byRodrigo Duterte
Vice President for Corporate Social Responsibility Group of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation
In office
October 2017 – July 2021
Assistant Vice President for Entertainment of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation
In office
July 10, 2016 – October 2017
Appointed byRodrigo Duterte
Personal details
Alma materAteneo de Manila University (BA)
University of the East (JD)
ProfessionLawyer

James Patrick Romero Bondoc (born May 31, 1975), known professionally as Jimmy Bondoc, is a Filipino musician, songwriter, and lawyer best known for composing his songs Let Me Be The One and Hanggang Dito Na Lang.

In 2021, he was named as a member of the Board of Directors of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Previously, he served as the vice-president for community relations of the corporation from 2017 to 2021 and as assistant vice-president in the Entertainment Department of the said corporation from 2016 to 2017.

Music career

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Bondoc is an acoustic musician and has also composed and produced songs. Bondoc is known for his original hits "The Man I Was With You", "Akin Na Lang Sana Siya" and his biggest hit, "Let Me Be The One."

In 2002, he founded Magis Productions, where he also served as its president until 2016.[2]

In 2009, Bondoc released his album entitled "Walang Araw, Walang Ulan under the Sony-BMG.[3]

In 2010, the album Ang Mahiwagang Bisikleta at Ang Huling Makata was released.[4]

Bondoc became a resident juror on the Philippine adaptation of the Sing If You Can franchise, Twist and Shout.[5][6] Bondoc has also served as a regular celebrity mentor on It's Showtime.[7][8][9]

Bondoc was also a radio host for The RnB Show at 97.9 Natural (now known as 97.9 Home Radio) with Duncan Ramos until the end of 2014. He is also part of the band called the Sabado Boys alongside Luke Mejares, Paolo Santos and Dj Myke.

In 2015, Bondoc was among the showbiz personalities who campaigned for Rodrigo Duterte's successful presidential candidacy. He composed the song "Takbo" (Run), performed by various OPM artists who supported him, to seek the then-Davao City Mayor Duterte to officially run for president at that time.[10]

One of his song in his 2006 album Undercover, I believe, was quite possibly copied from Shin Seung Hun's song, I believe, which was released in 2002.[11]

PAGCOR

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In July 2016, Bondoc has been appointed as the Assistant Vice President for Entertainment of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR),[12] replacing Bong Quintaña. His appointment did not come without criticisms as citizens questioned his qualifications for the post.[13] He later served as PAGCOR’s vice president for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Group from October 2017 to July 2021.

On September 10, 2021, he was named as a member of the Board of Directors of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), serving to complete the unfinished term of the late Director Reynaldo Concordia.[14] He took on September 15 by an official in Barangay Pinagkaisahan, Quezon City and would serve until June 30, 2022.[15] There are no latest updates on his reappointment in 2022.

Palit-Bise rally

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In April 2017, Bondoc, also a critic of Vice President Leni Robredo, was one of the organizers of "Palit-Bise" rally held at Rizal Park in Manila.[16] Held by pro-Duterte supporters, the Philippine National Police estimated that the crowd numbered only to 4,500 in comparison with the millions who voted for Duterte.[17] The rally was said to be funded by donations coming from OFW supporters of the president through the Gava Gives online platform. There were questions were raised if collected funds were taxable.[18] On March 28, 2017, in a press conference prior to the rally, there were reported instances of bloggers and journalists receiving "gas money", for those who took public transport to go to the press conference.[19]

ABS-CBN franchise renewal

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In May 2019, Bondoc posted his sentiments on the impending end of ABS-CBN's legislative franchise, typing "I AM EAGERLY AWAITING YOUR DEMISE".[20]

On June 12, 2019, Bondoc celebrated the news[21] of the House of Representatives freezing discussions on renewal of the media company's legislative franchise.[22]

2022 elections

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During the 2022 election campaign period, Bondoc showed support to the presidential bid of his fellow celebrity, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno. He was also seen performing at Moreno's campaign rally.[23]

2025 Senatorial elections

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He formalized his senatorial bid, joined the slate of Duterte-led Partido Demokratiko Pilipino (PDP) !![24]

Personal life

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Bondoc studied at the Ateneo de Manila University from elementary to college, graduating with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in Communications.[25]

In 2005, Bondoc had a relationship with the Filipina singer Nina. It also faced disputes with Nyoy Volante.[26][27]

In 2017, Bondoc started studying law at San Beda University.[28] In 2019, he transferred to University of the East to continue his law studies.[2]

On August 2, 2022, a fire razed his studio, damaging musical instruments and equipment worth ₱1 million.[29]

In December 2023, Bondoc passed the 2023 Philippine Bar Examinations.[30]

Awards

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Association Category Result
22nd Aliw Awards Best Performance in a Concert (Smaller Venue) Won
1st Philippine radio Music Awards Alternative Solo Artist of the Year (Hanggang Dito Na Lang)
Best Pop Male (Hanggang Dito Na Lang) 		Nominated
Aliw Awards Best Male Performer Nominated
Business Excellence Awards Best Acoustic Male Performer Won
IFM Pinoy Music Awards Best Acoustic Male Performer Won
Awit Awards Nomination for the song "Let Me Be The One" Nominated
Business Excellence Awards Most Popular Song by a Male Performer Won
Aliw Awards Best Male Performer Won
Aliw Awards "Last Year's Christmas" for Best Christmas Song
Best Male Performer 		Nominated
Aliw Awards Best Performance in a Concert Collaboration Won
MTV Pilipinas Awards Favorite Male Artist
Best Video for The Man I Was With You 		Nominated

References

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  1. ^ "Jimmy". Kabayan Central. Archived from the original on March 15, 2004. Retrieved February 27, 2013.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  2. ^ a b "JAMES PATRICK R. BONDOC RESUME" (PDF). Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation. Retrieved August 12, 2022.
  3. ^ "Jimmy Bondoc: Writing songs much harder". ABS-CBN News. January 14, 2009. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  4. ^ Balbuena, Vanessa A. (November 6, 2010). "Jimmy Bondoc bares innermost feelings in new album". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  5. ^ Belen, Crispina M. (July 2, 2010). "'Twist and Shout,' a different kind of singing contest". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on November 29, 2011. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  6. ^ Pulumbarit, Oliver M. "They 'Twist and Shout' no matter what". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on December 16, 2013. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  7. ^ Sanchez, Giselle (November 6, 2012). "Meet The New Celebrity Mentors Of 'It's Showtime'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 27, 2013.[permanent dead link]
  8. ^ "CELEBRITIES MENTOR GRAND FINALISTS IN IT'S SHOWTIME'S 'BIDA KAPAMILYA'". ABS-CBN Corporation. October 15, 2012. Archived from the original on May 31, 2013. Retrieved February 27, 2013.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  9. ^ "Showtime Bida Kapamilya Grand Finals Winner". Cool Buster. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  10. ^ Caredo, Karina V. (November 15, 2015). "Duterte touched by song 'Takbo'". SunStar. Sun.Star Davao. Retrieved July 10, 2016.
  11. ^ "Foreign Original Soundtracks turned Pilipino". PEP.ph. Retrieved March 22, 2024.
  12. ^ Ganal, FM (July 10, 2016). "Jimmy Bondoc is the newly-appointed AVP for Entertainment for PAGCOR". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Filipino). Retrieved July 10, 2016.
  13. ^ "Not qualified? Jimmy Bondoc defends appointment in Pagcor". ABS-CBN News. July 12, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  14. ^ Cordero, Ted (September 16, 2021). "Jimmy Bondoc appointed as PAGCOR board director". Retrieved August 12, 2022.
  15. ^ Ramos, Christia Marie (September 16, 2022). "Jimmy Bondoc takes oath as Pagcor's new board member". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved August 12, 2022.
  16. ^ "Robredo critics hold 'Palit Bise' rally in Luneta". ABS-CBN News. April 2, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  17. ^ "Nilangaw! PNP says only 4,500 attend Jimmy Bondoc, Mocha Uson 'palit-bise' rally". politics.com.ph. April 2, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  18. ^ Robles, Raïssa (April 18, 2017). "OPINION: For now, P2M raised is legally Jimmy Bondoc's 'personal income'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  19. ^ Robles, Raïssa (April 21, 2017). "OPINION: Pro-Duterte group gave reporters and bloggers 'gas money' for attending its presscon". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  20. ^ "Angel Locsin hits Jimmy Bondoc over post on ABS-CBN franchise renewal". Rappler. May 23, 2019. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  21. ^ Diaz, Jess. "House freezes ABS-CBN franchise bill, firm takes movies to China market". Philstar.com. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  22. ^ "Jimmy Bondoc posts long message after House freezes ABS-CBN franchise". PEP.ph. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  23. ^ "Jimmy Bondoc, Nina, Luke Mejares among stars at Isko Moreno rally in Manila". ABS-CBN News. April 11, 2022. Retrieved August 12, 2022.
  24. ^ Mendoza, John Eric (October 6, 2024). "Musician and lawyer Jimmy Bondoc files COC for Senate".
  25. ^ "Pagcor appointee posts credentials, mangles English language". Inquirer Lifestyle. July 13, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  26. ^ Valdez-Pua, Antonette (May 20, 2006). "Nina (finally) talks about ex-boyfriend Jimmy Bondoc". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on June 3, 2012. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  27. ^ Panalingan, Jojo (November 24, 2005). "Jimmy Bondoc reveals truth about relationships with Nyoy, Nina". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 27, 2013.[permanent dead link]
  28. ^ Santos, Rhea Manila. "Jimmy Bondoc admits going to law school is his lifelong dream". Push. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  29. ^ "Jimmy Bondoc loses musical equipment after fire hits studio". INQUIRER.net. August 3, 2022. Retrieved August 12, 2022.
  30. ^ "Jimmy Bondoc passes 2023 Bar exams". news.abs-cbn.com. December 5, 2023. Retrieved December 6, 2023.
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