Regine Velasquez

Filipina singer and actress · Philippines · On the map · Musicians · Born 1970 · age 56

Regina Encarnacion Ansong Velasquez is a Filipino singer and actress. She is considered one of the most influential figures in Philippine popular culture and is known for her vocal range and belting technique. She had unorthodox voice training during her childhood, where she was immersed neck-deep in the sea.

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2025“I know that it’s no longer my time, but I’m still here.”In their words18 December 2025Regine Velasquez admits it’s ‘no longer my time,’ but ‘happy’ to inspire younger singers. INQUIRER.net Retrieved 18 December 2025Read the whole statement

“Kasi when you love something, diba you fight for it.”In their words18 December 2025Regine Velasquez admits it’s ‘no longer my time,’ but ‘happy’ to inspire younger singers. INQUIRER.net Retrieved 18 December 2025Read the whole statement

“God gave you this wonderful talent and you should share it with everyone. The way I see it now, hindi lang naman tayo basta singer.”In their words18 December 2025Regine Velasquez admits it’s ‘no longer my time,’ but ‘happy’ to inspire younger singers. INQUIRER.net Retrieved 18 December 2025Read the whole statement

2021Asia's Most Influential PhilippinesAward2005“We were very poor but we were happy. My parents made sure that we ate on time and that was enough for me.”In their wordshttps://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2005/10/25/303534/reflections-regineRead the whole statement

“Everything that I’ve dreamed of has come true. And more! I’ve been able to travel all over and for me, bonus na ‘yon.”In their wordshttps://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2005/10/25/303534/reflections-regineRead the whole statement

“He has to have a sense of humor. I love to laugh. I’m a funny person myself. I’m a happy person.”In their wordshttps://www.philstar.com/entertainment/2005/10/25/303534/reflections-regineRead the whole statement

1970Born22 April 1970

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Asia's Most Influential Philippines2021

About this person

Velasquez rose to prominence after winning the television talent show Ang Bagong Kampeon in 1984 and the Asia Pacific Singing Contest in 1989. Under the name Chona, she signed a recording contract with OctoArts International in 1986 and released the single "Love Me Again", which was commercially unsuccessful. The following year, she adopted the stage name Regine Velasquez for her debut studio album, Regine (1987), under the guidance of Viva Records executive Vic del Rosario and producer Ronnie Henares. She explored Manila sound and kundiman genres on her second and third studio albums, Nineteen 90 (1990) and Tagala Talaga (1991).

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