Jessica Villarubin
Jessica Villarubin (Tagalog: [dʒɛˈsika bɪˈʎaɾubɪn]; born May 14, 1996) is a Filipino singer, host, actress and comedienne. She emerged victorious as the Grand Champion of GMA's singing competition The Clash 2020 (Season 3) [1] and earned the title of Cebuana "Power Diva" of the Philippines, a testament to her incredible singing techniques and unmatched vocal prowess. As an artist under GMA Network, Villarubin is currently seen in its programs All-Out Sundays, as one of the "Diva's of the Queendom".
Jessica Villarubin | |
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Born | |
Nationality | Filipino |
Occupations |
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Years active | 2020–present |
Agent | Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2020–present) |
Known for | Winning The Clash 2020 (Season 3) |
Height | 1.55 m (5 ft 1 in) |
Title | Power Diva |
Predecessor | Jeremiah Tiangco |
Successor | Mariane Osabel |
Website | amap |
Life and career
2020: Career beginnings and The Clash Journey
Hailing from Cebu. Villarubin's humble beginnings as the breadwinner of her family only fueled her determination to chase her dreams. Despite the challenges of the pandemic, she bravely ventured to Manila with the hope of securing a better future for her family through her passion for singing. With her powerful performances and unwavering perseverance, she emerged as the Grand Champion of the Philippine reality singing competition The Clash 2020 (Season 3), solidifying her place as one of the country's most talented and inspiring voices.[2][3][4][5][6]
In the grand finals of the competition, Villarubin stood tall as she faced off against fellow competitor, Jennie Gabriel, in a heart-stopping one-on-one showdown. With her powerful rendition of Wency Cornejo's "Habang May Buhay" and Jennie's emotive performance of Celine Dion's "All by Myself", the two singers delivered an unforgettable and intense battle for the crown. In the end, Villarubin's exceptional singing techniques and unmatched stamina shone through the competition. In her historic victory, Villarubin not only secured the title of Grand Champion of The Clash 2020 (Season 3) but also walked away with an impressive array of prizes, including an exclusive management contract from GMA Network, a brand new car, one million cash, and a house and lot. As the ultimate celebration of her triumph, she performed her winning song "Ako Naman" which was composed by one of the judges of the show, Christian Bautista,[7][8] as her debut single. It was a momentous occasion for Villarubin, as it marked her first-ever performance on national television. Her hard work, dedication, and raw talent have truly paid off, as she emerged as one of the most promising singers in the Philippines.
All-Out Sundays: "Diva's of the Queendom"
Villarubin's is now regularly showcasing her incredible vocal abilities as a mainstay of the popular variety show All-Out Sundays. She shares the stage with a mix of both established and emerging artists. A standout segment in All-Out Sundays is "Diva's of the Queendom" where Villarubin takes the stage alongside some of the most renowned artists in the Philippine music industry, including Julie Anne San Jose, Aicelle Santos, Rita Daniela and the likes of Hannah Precillas, Thea Astley, and Marianne Osabel. Audiences are consistently awestruck by their performances, as they confidently stand out among their peers, cementing their status as highly talented and inspiring singers in the industry.
GMA Shows: Casual Guestings and Performances
She's casually guesting on various GMA shows such as Sarap' Diba, The Boobay and Tekla Show, and Tiktoclock. She's participating in comedy skits and singing popular songs while taking on new challenges.
In 2022, Villarubin made a collaboration with Katrina Velarde, as they covered Celine Dion's "I Surrender", which Villarubin also performed in the finals of The Clash.[9] Their cover went viral online.[10][11][12]
The Clash 2020 (Season 3) Full Performances
Discography
Year | Title | Featured artist | Composer(s) | Label | Notes | Youtube Link |
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2022 | Hiling | Rina L. Mercado & Simon L. Tan | GMA Playlist | Theme song of Start-Up PH | [13] | |
2022 | Ikaw Lang Ang Iibigin | Vehnee Saturno | GMA Music | Local theme song of Put Your Head on My Shoulder | [14] | |
2021 | Agimat ng Agila | Garrett Bolden | Natasha L. Correos
John Roque and Jojo Tawasil Nones (additional lyrics) |
GMA Playlist | Theme song of the series with the same title | [15][16] |
Walang Hanggan | Natasha L. Correos | Theme song of Nagbabagang Luha | [17][18] | |||
Beautiful | Marie Elisha Rodriguez | GMA Music | [19][20] | |||
Ako Naman | Christian Bautista | The Clash Season 3 victory song | [21] [22] |
Year | Title | Track | Label | Notes |
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2022 | Wish Ko Lang! 20 Years: Original Soundtrack | Isang Pagkakamali | GMA Playlist | |
Prima Donnas: Original Soundtrack | Huwag Kang Susuko | Theme song of Prima Donnas season 2 (Originally performed by Golden Cañedo for the first season) |
Filmography
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network | Ref. |
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2023 | The Clash: Season 5 | Herself | Season 3 Grand Champion / Guest Performer (Non-competition performances / Opening Prods) | GMA Network | |
2022–23 | Kapuso Countdown to 2023: Gayo Daejeon | Co-host / Performer | [23] | ||
2022 | TiktoClock | Guest | |||
NCAA Season 98: Opening Ceremony | Performer | GTV | |||
Shopee 9.9. Super Shopping Day TV Special | GMA Network | ||||
Eat Bulaga! | Guest (Bawal Judgemental segment) | [24] | |||
GMA NCAA All-Star Basketball | Performer | GTV | |||
NCAA Season 97: Opening Ceremony | |||||
Family Feud Philippines | Contestant | GMA Network | [25] | ||
2021–22 | Kapuso Countdown to 2022: The GMA New Year Special | Performer | [26] | ||
2021 | Paskong Pangarap: The 2021 GMA Christmas Special | [27][28] | |||
The Clash Season 4 | Season 3 Grand Champion / Guest Performer (Non-competition performances / Opening Prods) | [29][30][31] | |||
2021; 2022–present | The Boobay and Tekla Show | Guest (2021–22); Co-host / Mema Squad member (since 2022) | [32][33] | ||
2021; 2022 | Sarap 'Di Ba? | Guest | [34][35] | ||
2021 | NCAA Season 96: Opening Ceremony | Performer | GTV | ||
2020–21 | Kapuso Countdown to 2021: The GMA New Year Special | GMA Network | |||
2020 | The Clash Christmas Special: Pasko Para Sa Lahat | [36] | |||
2020; 2021–present | All-Out Sundays | Guest (2020); Performer / Co-host / Various roles (since 2021) | [37] | ||
2020 | The Clash Season 3 | Contestant / Grand Champion | [4] | ||
2020; 2021; 2022 | Mars Pa More | Guest |
Awards
Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
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2022 | 35th Awit Awards | Best Performance by a New Female Recording Artist | Ako Naman | Won | [38][39] |
Notable Youtube Performances
References
- "Cebu's 'power diva' Jessica Villarubin is 'The Clash' Season 3 Grand Champion", GMA News Online, retrieved 21 December 2020
- "Meet the Top 6 of 'The Clash Season 3'". LionhearTV. 19 December 2020. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- "Meet the Top 6 of The Clash Season 3". Manila Standard. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- "Cebuana Singer Jessica Villarubin wins The Clash season 3". PEP.ph. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- "Jessica Villarubin is 'The Clash' Season 3 champion". ph.news.yahoo.com. Retrieved 21 December 2020.
- "Mariane Osabel ng Iligan City itinanghal na kampeon sa The Clash Season 4". PEP.ph. Retrieved 31 January 2023.
- "Christian Bautista honored to write "Ako Naman" for 'The Clash' 3 winner Jessica Villarubin | GMA Entertainment". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 31 October 2022.
- "Power Diva Jessica Villarubin releases debut single "Ako Naman"". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 8 April 2021.
- Jessica Villarubin - I Surrender The Final Clash, retrieved 14 May 2021
- Ramos, Jansen. "Collab nina Jessica Villarubin at Katrina Velarde, patok sa local at foreign YouTube reactors". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 20 November 2022.
- Pornel, Atom. "Pasiklaban collab ng mga birit queens na sina Katrina Velarde at Jessica Villarubin, kaabang-abang | Pikapika | Philippine Showbiz News Portal". pikapika.ph. Retrieved 20 November 2022.
- I SURRENDER by KATRINA VELARDE and JESSICA VILLARUBIN, retrieved 19 February 2022
- Recording Video: "Hiling" (Start-Up PH OST) by Jessica Villarubin, retrieved 17 September 2022
- Ikaw Lang Ang Iibigin - Jessica Villarubin (Performance Video), retrieved 17 September 2022
- Playlist Lyric Video: "Agimat ng Agila" by Jessica Villarubin & Garrett Bolden (Agimat ng Agila OST), retrieved 19 February 2022
- 'Agimat ng Agila' OST with Jessica Villarubin and Garrett Bolden All-Out Sundays, retrieved 19 February 2022
- Playlist Lyric Video: “Walang Hanggan” by Jessica Villarubin (Nagbabagang Luha OST), retrieved 19 February 2022
- Official Audio: "Walang Hanggan" (Nagbabagang Luha OST) by Jessica Villarubin, retrieved 19 February 2022
- Beautiful Jessica Villarubin Official Music Video, retrieved 19 February 2022
- Jessica Villarubin - Beautiful (Official Audio), retrieved 14 May 2021
- Jessica Villarubin Ako Naman Recording Lyric Video, retrieved 19 February 2021
- Jessica Villarubin - Ako Naman (Official Audio), retrieved 14 March 2021
- "GMA Network celebrates the New Year with 'Kapuso Countdown to 2023 Gayo Daejeon'". Manila Bulletin. 24 December 2022. Retrieved 31 December 2022.
- Mga nanalo at sumikat dahil sa reality show | Bawal Judgmental | July 22, 2022, retrieved 5 September 2022
- Family Feud Philippines: Super Tekla nagpakitang gilas sa harap ni Dingdong Dantes! | Full EPISODE, retrieved 4 October 2022
- Kapuso singers' astonishing performance of 'Isang Kinabukasan' | Kapuso Countdown to 2022, retrieved 5 September 2022
- GMA 2021 Christmas Special: Ano ang Paskong Pangarap ni Jessica Villarubin?, retrieved 5 September 2022
- Enjoy a Christmas treat from 'The Clash' Grand Champions | Paskong Pangarap 2021 GMA Xmas Special, retrieved 5 September 2022
- The Clash 2021 'Spectacular' Opening!, retrieved 5 September 2022
- Julie Anne San Jose, Rita Daniela, and Jessica Villarubin's fabulous performance | The Clash 2021, retrieved 5 September 2022
- Jessica Villarubin HANDS OVER THE CROWN to the next Grand Champion of The Clash!, retrieved 5 September 2022
- WOW! Jessica Villarubin is stunning! | The Boobay and Tekla Show, retrieved 5 September 2022
- TBATS: Crystal Paras at Jessica Villarubin, abangan sa 'The Cash: Most Requested Songs', retrieved 5 September 2022
- Sarap, 'Di Ba?: 'Birit with a twist' with 'The Clash' Season 3 Champ Jessica Villarubin, retrieved 5 September 2022
- Sarap, 'Di Ba?: Grand opening number from the Team Clashers!, retrieved 5 September 2022
- The Clash Grand Champions with Julie Anne San Jose & Christian Bautista | The Clash, retrieved 5 September 2022
- The Clash frontrunners are ready to conquer the bigger stage! | All Out Sundays, retrieved 5 September 2022
- Jessica Villarubin wins in Awit Awards 2022, retrieved 14 May 2021
- "LIST: Awit Awards 2022 winners". Philstar.com. Retrieved 25 November 2022.