Karla Estrada

Karla Estrada (born November 21, 1974) is a Filipina actress and singer. Films and television series in which she starred in Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? and Maricris Sioson: Japayuki.[1] She starred as supporting role in the series Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw.[2]

In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Estrada and the surname or paternal family name is Ford.
Karla Estrada
Born
Carla Elago Estrada Ford

(1974-11-21) November 21, 1974
Tacloban, Leyte, Philippines
Occupation
  • Actress
  • singer
  • host
Years active1987–present
AgentABS-CBN Entertainment
(2016–present)
Children4 (inc. Daniel Padilla)

In 2016, Estrada signed a 2-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN.[3]

Early life and career

Karla Estrada was born on November 21, 1974 in Tacloban. After her birth, her father left after being deceived to believe that Karla died at birth.[4]

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 her grandfather, who was responsible for most of the livelihood of the family, died. Estrada aspired to become an actress since childhood and joined singing competitions. She was discovered by a talent manager in a music hub in Quezon City which led to her appearance in That's Entertainment.[5]

Films

Television
YearTitleRoleNetwork
2016–presentFunny Ka, Pare KoCarlita DelyonCine Mo!
2016–presentMagandang BuhayHostABS-CBN
2016It's ShowtimeQuarter 1-4 Judge Tawag ng Tanghalan
2015Pinoy Big Brother: 7372nd Celebrity Houseguest
2015, 2016Home Sweetie HomeTita Marichris Matahimik
2015Your Face Sounds Familiar 1Herself/Contestant
2014Jim Fernandez's Galema, Anak Ni ZumaBettina Barredo
The Voice of the PhilippinesHerself/Auditionee
2013Kailangan Ko'y IkawApple Puno
2012 Wansapanataym: Maan AntukinYaya
2011Ikaw Lang ang MamahalinLoidaGMA Network
AlakdanaMadam Greta
2010Sine Novela: Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita?Cora Evangelista
ASAPHerself/Performer
Habang May BuhayBonaABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya: XylophoneEpisode Guest
2009Sine Novela: Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa AkinNanay Remy/Brenda AguirreGMA Network
2008Obra: BoksingeraEpisode Guest
Sine Novela: Magdusa KaMetring
2007Your Song: Break It To Me GentlyEpisode GuestABS-CBN
Daisy Siete: UlinglingCast MemberGMA Network
2006Love to Love: Love for RentLucy
2005Saang Sulok ng LangitLiana
2002Sa Dulo Ng Walang HangganSeningABS-CBN
1999Saan Ka Man NaroroonLilay
1987That's EntertainmentHerself/Wednesday group memberGMA Network

Personal life

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 had three children, Jose Carlito whom she had at the age of 21, Margaret and Carmella from different father.[6]

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".[4]

Karla is Antonio Aquitania's cousin.

References
  1. "GMA-7 offers two new star-studded afternoon soaps". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on December 3, 2013. Retrieved December 1, 2013.
  2. "Anne thrilled to work with Kris, Robin". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on July 16, 2012. Retrieved December 10, 2019.
  3. "Karla Estrada to host morning show?". ABS-CBN News. March 9, 2016. Retrieved March 13, 2016.
  4. "Karla Estrada cries after dad sends birthday greeting". ABS-CBN News (in English and Filipino). November 22, 2016. Retrieved January 15, 2017.
  5. "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.
  6. "Daniel Padilla: 'Kung ayaw mo sa akin, 'di huwag!'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. March 22, 2013. Retrieved December 1, 2013.


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