Janno Gibbs | |
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Birth name | Janno Ronaldo Gibbs |
Also known as | Mokong "The (Philippine) King of Soul" |
Born | September 16, 1969 |
Origin | Manila, Philippines |
Genres | OPM, Soul, Pop, R&B |
Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, actor, Comedian |
Instruments | Vocals, Piano |
Years active | 1986-present |
Janno Ronaldo Gibbs (born September 16, 1969) is a Filipino singer-songwriter, actor, and comedian. He was a regular host of GMA Network television shows SOP Rules, Nuts Entertainment, Eat Bulaga, Kakasa Ka Ba Sa Grade 5?, Power of 10, and Sunday All Stars.
Gibbs started out in 1986 as one of the members of the teen variety show That's Entertainment on GMA Network. Gibbs then played some minor film roles for Viva Films. Gibbs was co-host of the TV show "Small Brothers" in 1990.
Gibbs is known for his role in the 90's sitcom Ober Da Bakod and Beh Bote Nga, both with Anjo Yllana. Gibbs also played the character Geron Agular in Codename: Asero which was aired in 2008.
Gibbs moved to TV5 after being with GMA for 30 years. He is currently one of the hosts of TV5's game and musical variety show "Happy Truck ng Bayan".
Gibbs released a "Vicor Music" single called "Miss" in 1988 which became a radio hit. His second album entitled “Ipagpatawad” received a Gold and Platinum Award. One of the singles from that album with the same title won the 1991 Awit Award for Best Revival. Poly Cosmic Records released his third and fourth album. The third, entitled “Bulong” contains two of his original compositions. It also contains a revival entitled “Binibini” and the much loved “I Believe in Dreams”. His fourth album “Another Chance”, carries the hit song “Pinakamagandang Babae” which he himself composed, plus the moving love song “Another Chance”. His album “Sa ‘yo” was again released through Viva Records. It has received a Gold Record Award.