Jean Garcia

Acting

Jean Garcia

Born August 22, 1969 · Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines (age 57)

Jessica Anne Rodriguez Maitim (born August 22, 1969), better known as Jean Garcia, is a Filipina television and film actress who hails from Angeles City. She is best known for her role as Madam Claudia Buenavista in the original version of Pangako Sa 'Yo, Alvina Montenegro in Ina, Kasusuklaman Ba Kita? and Karina "Rina" Mercado in The Half Sisters.

Known For

Kontrabida AcademyKontrabida Academy · 2025
Kontrabida Academy
6.82025
MovieComedyFantasy
When a mysterious TV transports her to a school for on-screen villains, a restaurant worker finds new purpose — and a way to get back at her enemies.
Aringkingking: Ang Bodyguard Kong SexyAringkingking: Ang Bodyguard Kong Sexy · 1996
Aringkingking: Ang Bodyguard Kong Sexy
10.01996
MovieComedy
No Way OutNo Way Out · 2008
No Way Out
5.22008
MovieDrama
Joaquin, an unassuming fisherman, is forced to confront his homosexuality when his sex-starved wife Cynthia returns from her overseas job eager to get pregnant. His young and impulsive lover, Waldo, flees to Manila in disgust. After a month of hesitation, Joaquin leaves his wife to follow Waldo. His search takes him on a seamy yet colorful trip through Manila's gay underbelly. He discovers Waldo's dangerous flirtation with Rufo, a bisexual rogue cop who holds the clue to Waldo's disappearance. Rufo lures Joaquin into his home and introduces him to his submissive wife, Beng. A sadist who beats up Beng regularly, Rufo turns Joaquin into a prisoner and sex slave as he did to Waldo. When Joaquin is finally reunited with Waldo, he discovers that Rufo is about to sell them like fish to an international sex trafficking ring, along with his personal harem of male and female captives.
The Hows of UsThe Hows of Us · 2018
The Hows of Us
6.82018
MovieDramaRomance
A young couple dream of growing old together as they deal with the struggles of being in a long-term relationship.
The Dance of Two Left FeetThe Dance of Two Left Feet · 2011
The Dance of Two Left Feet
8.52011
MovieDrama
An unconventional love triangle that springs from a college student’s infatuation with his much older dance teacher. Wanting her attention, he asked the class beadle for dance training. Little did he know that he is in love with him.
Sarah: The Little PrincessSarah: The Little Princess · 1995
Sarah: The Little Princess
8.21995
MovieFamilyDrama
Sarah Crewe is the only daughter of the wealthy Capt. Crewe. They are based in India. However, Sarah is sent by her father to a boarding school in England. He gives her a doll named Emily and a young horse. Because of Sarah’s charm and innate kindness, she instantly earns popularity in school. She is also an excellent student and a good friend to everyone, including Becky, a maid. However on Sarah's birthday, she learns that her father gets killed in the war. Suddenly, Miss Minchin’s fondness to her turns into meanness. She takes all of Sarah’s possession and throws her out of her room to join Becky in the attic. From being a princess, Sarah turns into a maid. Despite the tragedy that happens to her Sarah, maintains her good girl disposition and keeps her positive outlook in life. But will someone save her from her miseries?
Ang Darling Kong AswangAng Darling Kong Aswang · 2009
Ang Darling Kong Aswang
6.02009
MovieHorrorComedy
Victor is a single father who falls in love with Elisa who turns out to be an Aswang. But even so, Victor love Elisa so much that he accepted who she is and even live with her as his second wife. But the problem comes when the leader of the Aswang clan finds out that Elisa and her mother are not eating humans anymore. She sends out other Aswangs to hunt down Elisa and her mother, and also for Victor and his family. Victor then will face the leader of the Aswang clan to save his beloved Elisa.
The EscortThe Escort · 2016
The Escort
5.82016
MovieDramaRomance
A young woman works as a secretary for a high class escort service, and is drawn into the intrigues of a client and the man who has fallen in love with her.

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No Way OutNo Way Out · 2008
No Way Out
5.22008
MovieDrama
Joaquin, an unassuming fisherman, is forced to confront his homosexuality when his sex-starved wife Cynthia returns from her overseas job eager to get pregnant. His young and impulsive lover, Waldo, flees to Manila in disgust. After a month of hesitation, Joaquin leaves his wife to follow Waldo. His search takes him on a seamy yet colorful trip through Manila's gay underbelly. He discovers Waldo's dangerous flirtation with Rufo, a bisexual rogue cop who holds the clue to Waldo's disappearance. Rufo lures Joaquin into his home and introduces him to his submissive wife, Beng. A sadist who beats up Beng regularly, Rufo turns Joaquin into a prisoner and sex slave as he did to Waldo. When Joaquin is finally reunited with Waldo, he discovers that Rufo is about to sell them like fish to an international sex trafficking ring, along with his personal harem of male and female captives.

Beng

Sarah: The Little PrincessSarah: The Little Princess · 1995
Sarah: The Little Princess
8.21995
MovieFamilyDrama
Sarah Crewe is the only daughter of the wealthy Capt. Crewe. They are based in India. However, Sarah is sent by her father to a boarding school in England. He gives her a doll named Emily and a young horse. Because of Sarah’s charm and innate kindness, she instantly earns popularity in school. She is also an excellent student and a good friend to everyone, including Becky, a maid. However on Sarah's birthday, she learns that her father gets killed in the war. Suddenly, Miss Minchin’s fondness to her turns into meanness. She takes all of Sarah’s possession and throws her out of her room to join Becky in the attic. From being a princess, Sarah turns into a maid. Despite the tragedy that happens to her Sarah, maintains her good girl disposition and keeps her positive outlook in life. But will someone save her from her miseries?

Ms. Minchin

DyesebelDyesebel · 2008
Dyesebel
7.02008
SeriesSci-Fi & FantasyDrama
Dyesebel is a fantasy Philippine drama that aired on GMA Network. It is an adaptation of a famous graphic novel about a mermaid created by Mars Ravelo. The series premiered on April 28, 2008 and was expected to air for 25 weeks or 125 episodes, with Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes in the lead roles, and Joyce E. Bernal at the helm. The series ended on October 17, 2008. It was internationally aired on GMA Pinoy TV, which became a huge success to viewers abroad. Dyesebel is a popular mermaid character created by renowned graphic novelist Mars Ravelo. The story has been adapted into five films and a spin-off, throughout the timeline of 1953 to 1996. Edna Luna, Vilma Santos, Alma Moreno, Alice Dixson, and Charlene Gonzales had all played the lead role in the big screen, and all of them reached greater heights after playing the role. Ara Mina played a cameo role in this character in the television series Darna.

Lucia Montemayor / Ava Legaspi

Crocodile WhispererCrocodile Whisperer · 2022
Crocodile Whisperer
7.82022
SeriesDramaAction & Adventure
Growing up, Lolong developed an affinity with animals, thanks to his parents, Gloria and Raul. They introduced him to a gigantic crocodile named Dakila, who eventually became his friend. Unfortunately, the town’s mayor made it his crusade to kill all crocodiles in their town. Lolong’s parents were murdered when they attempted to save Dakila from the mayor’s orders.  After his parent’s murders, Lolong is raised by loving foster parents. He keeps his friendship with Dakila secret and longs to avenge his parent’s deaths. In the meantime, Lolong notices peculiar changes happening to himself. He notices that when he gets hurt, his wounds can heal instantly. He discovers that Karina, the town’s seamstress, possesses the same ability. Karina then tells Lolong that he was a member of a tribe that possessed the power to regenerate, just like crocodiles do. With the help of Dakila, Lolong battles an evil system in order to bring justice and peace to himself and to the townspeople.

Dona Banson

Alice Bungisngis and her Wonder WalisAlice Bungisngis and her Wonder Walis · 2012
Alice Bungisngis and her Wonder Walis
2012
SeriesComedyDrama
Alice Bungisngis and her Wonder Walis or Alice: The Giggling Witch is a Filipino drama-fantasy-comedy series created and written by Maribel Ilag, under the helm of Mark Reyes and produced by GMA Network. The series featured tween stars Bea Binene in the title role, with Jake Vargas, Derrick Monasterio and Lexi Fernandez, Sheena Halili, Janno Gibbs and Jean Garcia as the main protagonist. The series premieres February 6, 2012, replacing Daldalita on GMA's early primetime slot and February 8, 2012 worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. The series is set in a fictional barrio, where most people still believe in witchcraft and sorcerers are still exist; and in an orphanage where the main protagonist grew up. The story centers in the life and love of Alice, a simple teenager who grew up in an orphanage and always taunted because of her kinky hair and witchy-kind of laugh. Unbeknownst to her, she is a descendant of a powerful white sorceress and she also possesses a power that eventually sends her into one magical adventure. The series concluded on June 8, 2012. It ran for 18 weeks with the total of 88 episodes. It replaced by My Daddy Dearest.

Esmeralda Reyes

Nakarehas Na PusoNakarehas Na Puso · 2022
Nakarehas Na Puso
2.02022
SeriesDrama
The show revolves around Amelia Galang, a loving and hardworking mother who takes a desperate step to give her children a better life. She accepts a job from Madam V to deliver a package abroad, unaware that the package contains illegal drugs. As a result, Amelia is arrested at the airport and charged with drug smuggling. She ends up in prison, losing sight of her husband and four children. When Amelia is finally released, she faces a world turned upside down. Her family has broken up, and her children and husband now despise her. Her husband, Jack, is now in a relationship with her best friend, Doris. Amelia’s children have gone their separate ways since the death of her son, Nonoy. The series delves into themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the struggle to rebuild shattered relationships.

Amelia Galang / Hilda Cruz

Stairway to HeavenStairway to Heaven · 2009
Stairway to Heaven
6.02009
SeriesDrama
Stairway to Heaven is a Philippine drama adapted from a Korean drama with the same name; directed by Joyce E. Bernal and developed by Dode Cruz, their third team-up after the highly successful MariMar and Dyesebel. The series premiered on September 14 and ended on December 11, 2009 in the Philippines via GMA Network, starring Dingdong Dantes and Rhian Ramos reprising the ill-fated lovers Cholo and Jodi - originally portrayed by Kwon Sang Woo and Choi Ji Woo - with TJ Trinidad and Glaiza de Castro. It was aired internationally with a two-day delay on GMA Pinoy TV. The series also aired internationally in Malaysia and Vietnam. It will now air on Hawaii's KIKU Television. The TV series also initially re-airs currently via cable channel Fox Filipino channel currently during its first quarter of 2012.

Maita Aragon-Reyes