Karla Estrada

Karla Estrada
Born
Carla Elago Ford

(1974-11-21) November 21, 1974 (age 49)
Alma materPhilippine Christian University(BS)
Occupations
  • Actress
  • singer
  • host
  • comedian
Years active1987–2022; 2023–present
Children4 (incl. Daniel Padilla)
RelativesAntonio Aquitania (cousin)
Member of the Philippine House of Representatives for Tingog Sinirangan
Assuming office
TBC
SucceedingN/A
Personal details
Political partyTingog Sinirangan

Carla Elago Ford (born November 21, 1974), better known as Karla Estrada (Tagalog: [ˈkaɾlɐ ɛsˈtɾada]), is a Filipino actress, singer, television host, and comedian. She is best known for hosting the talk shows Magandang Buhay and Face 2 Face for ABS-CBN and TV5, respectively. She is also known as the mother of actor-singer Daniel Padilla.

In 2016, Estrada signed a 2-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN.[1]

Early life and career

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Karla Estrada was born as Carla Elago Ford on November 21, 1974, in Tacloban City to a Filipino mother and an American father. Shortly thereafter, her father left after being misinformed that Karla had died at birth.[2]

According to an episode in Maalaala Mo Kaya featuring accounts on her life, Estrada was born to a rich family but was forced to move to Tacloban after the death of her grandfather, who was responsible for most of the livelihood of the family. Estrada aspired to become an actress since childhood and joined singing competitions. She was discovered by a talent manager in Quezon City, which led to her appearance in That's Entertainment.[3]

Personal life

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Estrada is the mother of Daniel Padilla whom she had at the age of 20; her son's father is Rommel Padilla. Estrada brought Daniel to see Rommel Padilla in prison three years later. She has three other children, Jose Carlito whom she had at the age of 21 with Naldy Padilla, Margaret "Magui" Fiona Ford[4] whose father is a former Quezon City councilor Mike Planas, former Philippine Postal Corporation Chairman,[5][6] who was formerly engaged to "Pat P",[7] and Carmella from a different man.[8]

At age 18, Estrada looked for her father who later apologized for not knowing that her birth was successful. In 2016, she stated that she is on good terms with her father, describing herself as his "carbon copy".[2]

She is Antonio Aquitania's cousin.

In 2019, Estrada confirmed at Magandang Buhay, she dated her non-showbiz boyfriend Jam Ignacio since June 2019 after breakup with Mark Yatco, her partner since 2017.[9] In August 2024, however, Estrada parted ways with Ignacio who has a new girlfriend, influencer and resident disc jockey base, Jellie AW.[10]

Filmography

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Film

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Television

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Year Title Role Network Notes
1987–1996 That's Entertainment Herself/Wednesday group member GMA Network
1999 Isang Dalaga sa Panahon ng Trahedya Malou Television film
1999–2001 Saan Ka Man Naroroon Lilay ABS-CBN
2002 Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan Sening
2005 Saang Sulok ng Langit Liana GMA Network
2006 Love to Love: Love for Rent Lucy
2007–2008 Daisy Siete: Ulingling Nessa
2007 Your Song: Break It To Me Gently ABS-CBN Episode guest
2008 Sine Novela: Magdusa Ka Metring GMA Network
Obra: Boksingera Episode guest
2009 Sine Novela: Kung Aagawin Mo ang Lahat sa Akin Remy Del Monte/Brenda Aguirre
2010 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Xylophone ABS-CBN Episode guest
Sine Novela: Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? Cora Evangelista GMA Network
2011 Alakdana Madam Greta
2011–2012 Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin Loida
2012 Wansapanataym: Maan Antukin Yaya ABS-CBN
2013 Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw Apple Puno
The Voice of the Philippines Herself/Auditionee
2013–2014 Jim Fernandez's Galema: Anak ni Zuma Bettina Barredo
2015 Your Face Sounds Familiar 1 Herself/Contestant
2015, 2016 Home Sweetie Home Tita Marichris Matahimik
2015 Pinoy Big Brother: 737 2nd Celebrity Houseguest
2016 It's Showtime Quarter 1-4 Judge Tawag ng Tanghalan
2016–2022 Magandang Buhay Host ABS-CBN/Kapamilya Channel
Funny Ka, Pare Ko Carlita Delyon Cine Mo!
2023–2024 Face 2 Face Herself/Host TV5/One PH

Radio

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Year Title Role Station
2023–2024 Ang Tinig Nyo Host DWPM Radyo 630

References

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  1. ^ "Karla Estrada to host morning show?". ABS-CBN News. March 9, 2016. Retrieved March 13, 2016.
  2. ^ a b "Karla Estrada cries after dad sends birthday greeting". ABS-CBN News (in English and Filipino). November 22, 2016. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
  3. ^ "Angelica bibida sa masalimuot na life story ni Karla Estrada sa MMK" [Angelica [Panganiban] stars in Karla Estrada's complicated life story in MMK]. Bandera (in Filipino). Philippine Daily Inquirer. January 12, 2017. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
  4. ^ Geli, Bianca (May 10, 2022). "Meet the beautiful daughter of Karla Estrada, Magui Ford". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
  5. ^ Baroña, Franco Jose (August 18, 2024). "PHLPost disruptive power struggle ends". The Manila Times. Retrieved August 18, 2024.
  6. ^ "PBBM names Mike Planas new PHLPost chair". Philippine News Agency. June 11, 2024. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
  7. ^ Bonoan, Reggee (October 19, 2015). "Karla Estrada: Never po akong naging kabit, ayokong makasira ng pamilya!". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved June 12, 2024.
  8. ^ "Daniel Padilla: 'Kung ayaw mo sa akin, 'di huwag!'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. March 22, 2013. Retrieved December 1, 2013.
  9. ^ Arcadio, Arcadio (June 2, 2020). "Karla Estrada marks 1st anniversary with BF Jam Ignacio: 'A year worth celebrating'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved August 18, 2024.
  10. ^ Arceo, Therese (August 17, 2024). "Karla Estrada's ex-boyfriend Jam Ignacio new girlfriend". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved August 17, 2024.
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