Jillian Ward

Jhyllianne Wardë (/ˈdʒɪliːənwɑːrd/ JI-lee-yən-_-WARD; ˈdʒiljɐn wɐɹd; born February 23, 2005)^[2][3] is a Filipino actress and singer. She began her career as a child actress, debuting in the drama comedy Trudis Liit. Her profile increased with leading roles in several daytime dramas, such as Prima Donnas and Abot-Kamay na Pangarap. Her accolades include a FAMAS Award, a Star Award for Movies, and two Box Office Entertainment Awards.

Early life and education

Jhyllianne Wardë was born on February 23, 2005, in Manila, Philippines, to Elson Penzon and Filipino-American mother Jennifer Ward-Penzon.^[4][5][6] Her parents separated in 2024.^[7]

Ward finished pre-school in 2012 and attended elementary in 2011 at ODB Montessori School of Novaliches.^[8][9] She moved to Pampanga until 6th grade and attended junior high school as a homeschooling student at Westfields International School.^[10][11] She finished senior high school in 2023 at Homeschool of Asia Pacific in Muntinlupa.^[12]

Career

She first appeared in a commercial for Promil Pre-school, a powdered milk drink. Before starring in GMA Network's TV remake of the classic film Trudis Liit, she had played the role of Daldanika in The Last Prince.^[13][14]

Other activities

In November 2019, Ward founded her own business Wonder Tea Philippines in Floridablanca as its first branch. It was followed by Guagua, San Fernando, and Porac as their second, third, and fourth branches.^[15]

Filmography

Film

Television / Digital Series

Discography

Singles

Music video appearances

Accolades

Notes

1. ^ Awards, festivals, honors and other miscellaneous organizations are listed in alphabetical order.
2. ^ Indicates the year of ceremony. Each year is linked to the article about the awards held that year, wherever possible.

See also

• List of Filipino actresses
• Cinema of the Philippines
• Television in the Philippines
• List of former Filipino child actors

References

1. ^ "Jillian Ward". Sparkle GMA Artist Center. Retrieved May 1, 2022.
2. ^ Caligan, Michelle (February 24, 2015). "Jillian Ward, ready nang maging tween star" (in English, Tagalog). GMA News. GMA Network, Inc. Retrieved July 9, 2016.
3. ^ Samodio, Anica (March 3, 2016). "LOOK: Jillian Ward is all grown up!". GMA Network. GMA Network, Inc. Retrieved July 9, 2016.
4. ^ "IN PHOTOS: Celebrities born in February". GMA Network. Retrieved February 3, 2018.
5. ^ "Jillian Ward shows how her father is at cooking". GMA Network. Retrieved May 18, 2020.
6. ^ "Ang Youngest Kapuso Artist". GMA Network. Retrieved August 18, 2020.
7. ^ "Jillian Ward gets emotional after revealing her parents separated last year". GMA News. January 7, 2025. Retrieved January 7, 2025.
8. ^ Santiago, Erwin (March 29, 2012). "Sa graduation ni Jillian Ward kanina sa prep school sa ODB Montessori ay apat na awards ang tinangga". PEP. Retrieved 14 December 2025.
9. ^ Glorioso, Bot (September 14, 2011). "What makes Jillian beautiful?". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 14 December 2025.
10. ^ Donato, Jerry (April 27, 2017). "Trudis Liit is now a tween fairy". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
11. ^ Llanes, Rommel R. (September 15, 2018). "Jillian Ward slowly adjusting to teen roles". PEP. Retrieved 15 December 2025.
12. ^ Bernardino, Stephanie (July 27, 2023). "Jillian Ward graduates first honor from senior high school". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved July 4, 2025.
13. ^ "Do you still remember the child star "Trudis Liit"? She's a beautiful grown-up now!". Fact News PH. Retrieved July 9, 2020.
14. ^ "Jillian Ward, mas handa na sa seryosong teenage roles". GMA Network. Retrieved March 3, 2022.
15. ^ "Jillian Ward business minded na sa murang edad". July 24, 2020. Retrieved May 26, 2021.
16. ^ "Ryzza Mae Dizon and Jillian Ward become close friends on the set of "Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote, at si Ako"". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved December 17, 2012.
17. ^ "New Valentine movie for Richard". The Manila Times. January 14, 2011. Retrieved January 14, 2011.
18. ^ "PEP REVIEW: Kasambuhay, Habambuhay is a heartwarming collection of short films that impart core Filipino values". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 10, 2011.
19. ^ "PEP REVIEW: Aswang presents a strong narrative combined with visually stunning cinematography". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved November 5, 2021.
20. ^ "RED CARPET WATCH: The Mommy Returns premiere night". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 9, 2012.
21. ^ "Jillian Ward at Ryzza Mae Dizon, naging malapit dahil sa 'Si Agimat, Si Enteng, at si AKO'". GMA Network. December 18, 2012. Retrieved December 18, 2012.
22. ^ "Kilalanin ang mga bida ng 'Gabi ng Lagim: The Movie'". GMA Network. October 2, 2025. Retrieved October 2, 2025.
23. ^ Bubble Gang: Jillian Ward, ampon pala ni Antonietta?! [Jillian Ward is Antonietta's adopted daughter?!] (in Filipino). YouTube. October 19, 2025. Retrieved October 28, 2025.
24. ^ "BEA BINENE hindi natatakot sa demanda ni ATTY. TOPACIO". bandera.inquirer.net. October 22, 2012. Retrieved October 22, 2012.
25. ^ "READ: Ano ang naging reaksyon ni Jillian Ward nang malaman niyang siya ang kakanta ng theme song ng 'Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko'?". GMA Network. April 21, 2017. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
26. ^ "Ikaw ang Tahanan ko Jillian Ward (Prima Donnas OST)". GMA Network. March 25, 2020. Retrieved March 25, 2020.
27. ^ "GMA Playlist artists celebrate love in all forms". MSN. February 23, 2022. Retrieved February 24, 2022.
28. ^ "Jillian Ward drops new danceable song 'Pumapag-ibig'". GMA Network. March 22, 2026. Retrieved March 22, 2026.
29. ^ "Boses ni Jillian, napansin sa Mobile Legends!". Pilipino Star Ngayon. March 24, 2024. Retrieved March 24, 2024.
30. ^ Chua, E. J. (April 28, 2023). "Jillian Ward, pinarangalan bilang Asia's Most Remarkable Actress of the Year". GMA Entertainment
31. ^ Sancon, Allan (May 13, 2011). "42nd Box-Office Entertainment Awards honors outstanding actors and actresses of 2010". PEP.ph. Archived March 10, 2024 at the Wayback Machine.
32. ^ Santiago, Erwin (May 2, 2024). "Box Office Entertainment Awards 2024: DongYan, KathDen win top honors". PEP.ph. Archived September 10, 2024 at the Wayback Machine.
33. ^ Reyes, William (December 12, 2011). "Ai-Ai delas Alas and John Lloyd Cruz win top acting honors in 59th FAMAS Awards". PEP.ph. Archived October 22, 2023 at the Wayback Machine.
34. ^ Tunac, Hermes Joy (August 14, 2024). "Jillian Ward bags German Moreno Youth Achievement Award at FAMAS 2023". GMA News Online. Retrieved December 31, 2024.
35. ^ Chua, E. J. (April 20, 2023). "'Abot-Kamay Na Pangarap' lead star Jillian Ward receives Best Actress in Daytime Series award". GMA Entertainment
36. ^ Reyes, William (April 28, 2011). "Sa 'Yo Lamang and Sigwa lead nominations at the 27th Star Awards for Movies". PEP.ph. Archived January 16, 2024 at the Wayback Machine.
37. ^ "28th PMPC Star Awards for Movies: And the trophies go to...". The Philippine Star. March 17, 2012.
38. ^ Llanes, Rommel (October 29, 2011). "25th Star Awards for TV nominees bared". Pep.ph
39. ^ "Star Awards for TV set Nov. 18". The Philippine Star. November 18, 2012. Retrieved January 6, 2025.
40. ^ "ABS-CBN dominates nominations for 27th Star Awards for Television". PEP.ph. November 8, 2013.
41. ^ Villano, Alexa (November 24, 2014). "Full List: Winners, 28th Star Awards for Television". Rappler

External links

• Jillian Ward at IMDb
• Sparkle GMA Artist Center profile