| Arjo Atayde Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 6 ft |
| Weight | 72 kg |
| Date of Birth | November 16, 1990 |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Girlfriend | Maine Mendoza |
Arjo Atayde is a Filipino actor who is known for having been cast in a variety of roles in various shows and movies such as Simon in Maalaala Mo Kaya, Elijah “Elai” Sarmiento in The General’s Daughter, Rafael de Lara in Carlo J. Caparas’ Dugong Buhay, Biggie Chen in BuyBust, and Andrew Montenegro in Jack Em Popoy: The Puliscredibles. Apart from that, he has also amassed a huge social media fan base with more than 1.5 million followers on Instagram and more than 500k followers on Facebook.
Born Name
Juan Carlos Ocampo Atayde
Nick Name
Arjo
Sun Sign
Scorpio
Born Place
Manila, Philippines
Nationality
Education
Arjo Atayde attended La Salle Greenhills and then got enrolled at Reedley International School.
Occupation
Actor
Family
- Father – Art Atayde (Businessman)
- Mother – Sylvia Sanchez (Actress)
- Siblings – Ria Atayde (Younger Sister) (Actress), Gela Atayde (Younger Sister), Xavi Atayde (Younger Brother)
- Others – Jose Luis Garcia (Uncle), Maria Paz Ortega (Aunt), Coleen Garcia (Cousin) (Actress, Model, Television Personality), Mario Joaquin Luis Garcia (Cousin), Paolo Javier Ortega Garcia (Cousin), Iñigo Ortega Singson (Cousin), Pia Marie (Maternal Half-Sister)
Manager
Arjo Atayde is represented by Star Magic.
Build
Athletic
Height
6 ft or 183 cm
Weight
72 kg or 158.5 lbs
Girlfriend / Spouse
Arjo Atayde has dated –
- Akiko Solon (2012-2013) – He started going out with singer and actress, Akiko Solon, in 2012 but the duo split up the following year.
- Jane Oineza (2016) – He allegedly had a short-termed romance with actress, commercial model, and singer, Jane Oineza, in the year 2016.
- Sammie Rimando (2016-2018) – In 2016, he began dating actress Sammie Rimando and the duo was in a relationship until 2018.
- Maine Mendoza (2018-Present) – He is in a relationship with Maine Mendoza, an actress, comedienne, host, television and Internet personality, writer, product endorser, singer, and songwriter, who he started dating in 2018.
Race / Ethnicity
Asian
Arjo Atayde is of Filipino descent.
Hair Color
Dark Brown (Natural)
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Dimpled smile
- Toned body
Brand Endorsements
He has either endorsed or promoted a couple of brands through social media which include the likes of Suit it Up Manila, Hammerhead Jeans Ph, etc.
Arjo Atayde Facts
- He is the oldest sibling.
- He made his first TV show appearance as ‘Himself’ in the youth-oriented comedy variety show, Ang TV, in 2001. Arjo Atayde was around 9 years old at that time and his pursuits as an actor were hindering his academics so he took a hiatus from the field.
- From 2015 to 2017, he was cast as Police C/Insp. Joaquin S. Tuazon in the family action drama thriller television series, FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, and this role won him a PMPC Star Award for Television in the “Best Drama Supporting Actor” category as well as The PEP List Year 3 award in the “Best Supporting Actor” in 2016.
- In the year 2017, Arjo Atayde made his first theatrical film appearance by playing the role of the young Evil Spirit in the superhero fantasy action film, Ang Panday, which starred Coco Martin.
- In 2019, he portrayed the character of Elijah “Elai” Sarmiento in the action drama television series, The General’s Daughter, which starred Angel Locsin. Arjo Atayde won a PMPC Star Award for Television in the “Best Drama Supporting Actor” category.
Featured Image by Arjo Atayde / Instagram
