Bela Padilla Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 7 in |
Weight | 55 kg |
Date of Birth | May 3, 1990 |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Bela Padilla is a British-Filipina actress, model, director, writer, author, and producer who rose to fame with her appearance as Maya Limchauco in 10000 Hours, Stella in 100 Poems for Stella, Celeste Francisco in Meet Me in St. Gallen, and Edilberta in Mañanita.
Born Name
Krista Elyse Hidalgo Sullivan
Nick Name
Krista Valle, Krista Sullivan, Bela Padilla
Sun Sign
Taurus
Born Place
Makati, Philippines
Residence
Manila, Philippines
Nationality
British, Filipina
Education
Bela studied at an international school that followed the Montessori style of education that is located in Forbes Park, Makati. After that, she went on to study at the foreigners class of Colegio San Agustin – Makati.
Later, she took up journalism as part of her higher education.
Occupation
Actress, Director, Writer, Author, Producer, Television Host, Model
Family
- Father – Cornelius Gary Sullivan (Banker)
- Mother – Margarette Cariño Hidalgo
- Siblings – She has an older brother.
- Others – Daniel Padilla (Cousin) (Actor, Singer), RJ Padilla (Cousin), Kylie Padilla (Cousin), Rommel Padilla (Uncle), Robinhood Ferdinand Cariño Padilla (Uncle) (Actor, Screenwriter, Producer, Director), BB Gandanghari (Aunt), Bela has 3 half-older siblings.
Manager
Bela is represented by –
- Star Magic (2007–2010)
- GMA Artist Center (2010–2015)
- Viva Artists Agency (2015–present)
- ABS-CBN Entertainment Groups (2007–2010; 2015–present)
- Dreamscape Entertainment (2015–present)
- Pia Campos of W Talent Management
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 7 in or 170 cm
Weight
55 kg or 121 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Bela has dated –
- Jason Abalos (2007)
- Neil Arce (2012-2016)
- Norman Ben Bay (2020-Present)
Race / Ethnicity
Multiracial (White and Asian)
She has English, Irish, Scots-Irish, and Northern Irish ancestry on her father’s side and Filipino ancestry on her mother’s side.
Hair Color
Dark Brown
Eye Color
Hazel
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Thick eyebrows
- Almond-shaped eyes
Brand Endorsements
Through her social media, Bela has either endorsed or promoted various brands including –
- Urban Outfitters
- Wallflowers of Manila
- Cosasceb
- harlan + holden
- H&M
- Chanel
Bela Padilla Favorite Things
- Drink – Coca Cola Zero
Source – Lifestyle.INQ
Bela Padilla Facts
- It was ABS-CBN talent scout Jet Valle who spotted her and introduced her through Star Magic Batch 15 to ABS-CBN.
- Initially, she took on the nickname of “Krista Valle”.
- She made her debut TV show appearance as Jo in Star Magic Presents: Abt Ur Luv Ur Lyf 2 in 2008. After that, Bela changed her nickname to “Krista Sullivan”. Later, in 2010, she changed her screen name for the 3rd time to “Bela Padilla”.
- Padilla published her first poetry book titled 100 Tula Para Kay Stella in 2017. It was inspired by her work in the film 100 Tula Para Kay Stella.
- She can skillfully play the Ukulele.
- In 2016, Bela was cast in the comedy-drama film, Camp Sawi alongside actress Yassi Pressman, Arci Muñoz, Andi Eigenmann, Kim Molina, Sam Milby, and Dennis Trillo.
Featured Image By Bela Padilla / Instagram