| Height | 6 ft 1 in |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Derrick Leander Monasterio |
| Birth date | August 1, 1995 (age 31) |
| Birth place | Quezon City, Philippines |
| Occupation | Actor · singer · host · model |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Agent | Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2010–present) |
| Partner | Elle Villanueva (2023–present) |
Derrick Leander Monasterio (born August 1, 1995)[1] is a Filipino actor, singer, host and model. He is the son of former Filipina actress Tina Monasterio.[2]
Early life and education
Derrick Leander Monasterio was born on August 1, 1995, in Quezon City, Philippines to George Crimarco, an American lawyer based in L.A California and Tina Monasterio, a former beauty queen and retired actress.[3][4]
He has half-sisters both from his father and mother side.[5][6]
Monasterio attended high school at Angelicum College in Quezon City.[7] He is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Legal Management at San Beda University.[8]
Business
In 2020, Monasterio launched QUARANLANCEPH, a home service haircut to help jobless barbers earn a living during pandemic.[9] He launched his fitness business Off Grid, a fitness business center with state of the art facility located in Marikina.[10]
In 2025, he purchased 5 lots, 2 lots in Paranque, 2 lots in Antipolo and 1 in Tagaytay, which he plans to build his resthouse.[11]
Personal life
Monsterio previously dated actress Issa Pressman, Former 2018 Miss Manila Kathleen Joy Paton and Brazilian Model Livia Dumont.[12][13][14][15]
He confirmed to be exclusively dating actress Elle Villanueva since 2023.[16]
Discography
Studio albums
| Year | Title | Track listing | Label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Sinner or Saint soundtrack | GMA Records | |
| 2012 | Tween Academy: Class of 2012 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) | ||
| One Love, One Heart, One Nation | |||
| My Kontrabida Girl soundtrack | |||
| The Witness soundtrack | |||
| 2015 | Kailangan Kita (single) | ||
| 2016 | One Heart (with Various Artists) | ||
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Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Tween Academy: Class of 2012 | Maximo |
| The Road | Brian | |
| My House Husband: Ikaw Na! | Chad | |
| 2012 | Si Agimat, Si Enteng at Ako | Himself |
| 2013 | Boy Golden: Shoot to Kill, the Arturo Porcuna Story | Anton |
| 2014 | Full Moon | Javier Dimaculangan |
| 2018 | Wild and Free | Jake |
| Almost A Love Story | Iggy | |
| 2019 | Kiko en Lala | Rap-rap |
| 2024 | G! LU | Ryan |
Television
Theatre
| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Rak of Aiges | Tolits | [17] |
Commercials
| Year | Brands |
|---|---|
| 2016 | BENCH/ |
| 2021 | BENCH/ Body |
Accolades
Awards and nominations
| Award | Year[a] | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Category[b] | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAMAS Award | 2012 | Derrick Monasterio | German Moreno Youth Achievement Award | [18] | |
| Golden Screen TV Awards | 2011 | Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts | Outstanding Breakthrough Performance by an Actor | [19] | |
| 2012 | The Road | Breakthrough Performance by an Actor | [20] | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for Music | 2012 | Derrick Monasterio | Best New Male Recording Artist of the Year | [21] | |
| 2016 | Derrick Monasterio | Best New Male Recording Artist of the Year | [22] | ||
| PMPC Star Awards for Television | 2011 | Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts | Best Male New TV Personality | [23] |
- ^ Indicates the year of ceremony. Each year is linked to the article about the awards held that year, wherever possible.
- ^ Awards in certain categories do not have prior nominations and only winners are announced by the jury. For simplification and to avoid errors, each award in this list has been presumed to have had a prior nomination.
References
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio | GMA Music". GMA Network. Retrieved 2025-06-29.
- ^ San Diego Jr., Bayani (July 8, 2012). "Prince in a castle". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived February 2, 2023 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ "Get to know Derrick Monasterio's mom, former beauty queen and actress Tina Monasterio". GMA Network. 14 November 2021. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Uson, Yaggy & Agustin, Bhenj (8 September 2015). "Getting Physical with Derrick Monasterio". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Filipino actors and actresses who are mixed-race". GMA Network. 1 February 2024. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Barbie Forteza and Derrick Monasterio on their real-life half sisters". GMA Network. 10 June 2014. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio graduates from high school". PEP. 29 March 2015. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ Asilo, Rito P. (March 22, 2016). "Work is good, but school is just as important for these young stars". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived July 27, 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio launches QUARANCLEANPH to help jobless barbers earn a living". GMA Network. 13 June 2020. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio finally opens his first-ever fitness center". GMA Network. 15 July 2023. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio is a proud owner of 5 lots from prime locations". PEP. 22 March 2025. Retrieved 10 November 2025.
- ^ "Yassi Pressman says Derrick Monasterio dating her sister, not her". GMA Network. 11 August 2014. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio admits to dating a beauty queen". PEP. 28 February 2019. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio admits he is 'talking to someone,' in the getting-to-know stage". GMA Network. 18 August 2021. Archived April 9, 2022 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "In Photos: Meet Derrick Monasterio's girlfriend, Livia Dumont". GMA Network. 14 November 2019. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio and Elle Villanueva are now officially together!". GMA Network. 23 August 2023. Retrieved 10 May 2025.
- ^ "Derrick Monasterio thanks 'Rak of Aegis' for making him a better person and artist". GMA Network. 18 September 2019. Retrieved 22 November 2025.
- ^ Umbao, Ed (September 26, 2012). "FAMAS Awards 2012 List of Special Recognition Announced". Philippine News. Archived July 27, 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ Calderon, Ricky (October 29, 2011). "Golden Screen TV Awards nominees bared". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived July 27, 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ Manago, Lito (March 3, 2012). "Cinemalaya 2011 entries dominate 9th Golden Screen Awards nominations". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived July 27, 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ "4th Star Awards for Music will take place on September 9". Philippine Entertainment Portal. June 27, 2012. Archived December 20, 2022 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ "LIST: Winners, PMPC Star Awards 2016 – music". Rappler. October 24, 2016. Archived July 27, 2020 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.
- ^ "GMA Network bags honors at 25th Star Awards for TV". The Philippine Star. November 25, 2011. Archived January 26, 2021 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved July 27, 2020.