Barbie Imperial
Barbara Concina Imperial (Tagalog: [ˈbɐɾbɪ ɪmˈpɛɾjal]; born August 1, 1998) is a Filipino actress, model and dancer from Daraga, Albay.[1][2] She is best known for her lead role in Araw Gabi.[3]
Barbie Imperial | |
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 Imperial in 2018 | |
| Born | Barbara Concina Imperial August 1, 1998 Daraga, Albay, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, model, dancer |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Agent | Star Magic (2015–present) |
| Known for | Michelle Verano in Araw Gabi |
Career
In 2015, Imperial joined the Pinoy Big Brother: 737 and was dubbed as "The Doll along the Riles of Albay" due to her dollface.[4]
2015–2018: Breakthrough
She also played multiple guest roles in Maalaala Mo Kaya playing the various roles of Hannah, Glaiza, and herself. She played her own story in Maalaala Mo Kaya.[5]
Later, she appeared as a Girltrends member and is one of the regular guests in It's Showtime.
Later in February 2018, she was cast as an antagonist in Wansapanataym: Gelli in a Bottle.[6] opposite to Loisa Andalio and Ronnie Alonte. Imperial portrayed the main villain role of Rachel San Pedro in that series. Rachel is the heartless and cunning classmate who makes Gelli's life miserable as hell. She hates her due to Gelli's arrogant and harsh personality.
2018–present: Biggest break
In 2018, Imperial got her biggest break where she currently portrays the role of Michelle Verano the lead character along with her leading man JM de Guzman.
Personal life
Imperial grew up in a broken family, not seeing her father.[7] She, her mother and older brother used to stay in a house along the railway tracks of the Philippine National Railway in Daraga, Albay.
Imperial is a cousin of the Gumabao siblings (Michele, Marco, Kat and Paolo) and Gretchen Fullido.[8]
Filmography
Television/Digital
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Pinoy Big Brother: 737 | Herself | First television appearance |
| All of Me | Apple de Asis | Supporting role | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Hannah | ||
| 2016 / 2018 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Herself / Barbie Concina Imperial | Episode title: Riles |
| 2016–2017 | It's Showtime | Herself | Girltrend Member and appeared regularly in the show until 2017 |
| Langit Lupa | Jenny | Supporting role with Paulo Angeles | |
| 2016 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Judy's sister | Supporting Role |
| 2017 | Ipaglaban Mo! | Liza | Episode title: Sementado |
| Ipaglaban Mo! | Marilyn | Episode title: Saklolo | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Young Clara | Special Participation | |
| La Luna Sangre | Aira Feliz "Aife" Javier | Guest | |
| 2018 | Ipaglaban Mo! | Lexy | Episode title: Mulat |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Glaiza | Episode title: Mangga | |
| Wansapanataym | Rachel San Pedro | Episode title: Gelli in a Bottle Supporting role | |
| 2018–present | ASAP | Herself | Regular Guest |
| 2018 | Precious Hearts Romances Presents: Araw Gabi | Michelle "Mich/Boning" Verano / Anna Vida De Alegre | Lead role with JM de Guzman |
| Ipaglaban Mo! | Bea Soriano | Episode title: Set-up | |
| Wansapanataym | Pia Versoza/Upeng | Episode title: Switch Be With You Lead role | |
| 2019 | Maalaala Mo Kaya | Allanis Marie Claire Book | Episode title: Journal Lead role |
| Ipaglaban Mo! | Mitch | Episode title: Saltik Lead Role | |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Maria | Episode title: Meet Maria Lead role | |
| Taiwan That You Love | Olivia "Ivi" Libarios | Lead role with Paulo Angeles | |
| 2020 | Banana Sundae | Herself / Various Roles | Co-Host / Performer |
| FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | PLt. Camille Villanuna | ||
| Bagong Umaga | Catherine "Cai" Buencorazon Veradona / Catherine "Cai" Magbanua† | Main role | |
| Oh, Mando! | Krisha Cruz | ||
| 2021 | Click Like Share | Jenna | Episode title: Found, Lead role[9] |
| 2022 | The Goodbye Girl | Sheryl | Main Role |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Love Me Tomorrow | Jerl | Supporting Role |
| 2018 | Kasal | Clara | Supporting Role |
| 2019 | Finding You | Grace | Supporting Role |
| You Have Arrived | Dani | ||
| 2020 | Mang Kepweng: Ang Lihim ng Bandanang Itim | Devie | Main Role |
| 2021 | Dulo | Bianca | Main Role |
| 2023 | I Love Lizzy | Lizzy | Main Role |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Artist | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Sa Mga Bituin Na Lang Ibubulong | Barbie Imperial | Herself |
References
- "LOOK: Barbie Imperial is Tanduay's 2020 calendar girl". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved November 27, 2019.
- "Barbie Imperial goes daring as Tanduay 2020 calendar girl". www.msn.com. Retrieved November 27, 2019.
- "JM De Guzman Defends Barbie Imperial From Instagram Basher". cosmo.ph. November 12, 2018. Retrieved November 27, 2019.
- "Barbie never gives up | Philstar.com". philstar.com. Retrieved June 1, 2018.
- MMK "Barbie Imperial Story" April 28, 2018 Trailer, April 23, 2018, retrieved June 1, 2018
- "GLAM SHOTS: Loisa Andalio in Wansapanataym Presents Gelli In A Bottle - Photos". ABS-CBNENT. Retrieved June 1, 2018.
- "LOOK! Mga litrato ng masayang pamilya ni Barbie Imperial". entertainment.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved November 27, 2019.
- "Marco Gumabao bares truth on rumor that Barbie Imperial is his cousin". www.msn.com. Retrieved November 27, 2019.
- "Maymay, Tony, Barbie, Jerome and Janella's social media nightmare becomes reality in 'Click, Like, Share'". Manila Bulletin. August 27, 2021. Retrieved January 7, 2022.