Emilio Daez

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Emilio Daez
Born
Franco Emilio Banzon Daez

(2000-03-09) March 9, 2000 (age 26)
Manila, Philippines
Alma materAteneo De Manila University
Occupations
Years active2024–present
Agent(s)Star Magic
VCM The Celebrity Source
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
RelativesMikael Daez (brother)
Megan Young (sister-in-law)

Franco Emilio Banzon Daez (Tagalog: [ɛmˈɪlɪˌə͡ʊ ˈdaʔes]; born March 9, 2000) is a Filipino actor, host, and social media personality. He is best known for his role in the television drama Pamilya Sagrado.[1] Daez gained further public recognition through his participation in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.[2]

He is currently under the management of Star Magic.[3]

Early life and education

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Franco Emilio Banzon Daez was born on March 9, 2000, in Manila, Philippines to a family of nine siblings.[4] He is the younger brother of actor and content creator Mikael Daez.[5]

Daez attended Ateneo de Manila University from grade school to college, earning a degree in Management Engineering.[6] Before his transition to showbiz, Daez worked as an investment banker in the Bank of the Philippine Islands for almost two years.[7]

Career

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In 2022, Daez made his first television appearance as a guest on Family Feud Philippines.[4][7]

In 2024, he was announced as part of the cast of the action drama series Pamilya Sagrado.[1][8] Portraying Leon Arevalo Jr., the hot-tempered fraternity boy, Daez reflected, "It's been really fun playing a bad boy because I had to step out of my comfort zone."[1] He gained significant attention after becoming the second celebrity contestant to win the one million jackpot prize on ABS-CBN's game show Rainbow Rumble.[9][10] He also had a supporting role in Saving Grace as Wilson Hernandez.[4][11]

In 2025, Daez was introduced as a housemate in Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition.[12][13] He placed 15th in the edition and exited the house alongside his duo partner, Michael Sager.[14] In later episodes, he briefly returned as a house challenger.[15]

In July, Daez starred in his first lead role in the youth-oriented sports series, Love at First Spike.[16][17][18] In an interview, he revealed that he was chosen from among 50 other actors who auditioned for the part.[4][19] To prepare for his role as Uno, he trained with professional athletes, including coaches from the Philippine men's volleyball team and teams in the Premier Volleyball League.[20]

Other ventures

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Business

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Before entering showbiz, Daez founded SanEm Corporation in January 2021, a supplier of safety footwear to AAA construction firms in the Philippines.[4]

Endorsements

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In July 2025, Daez was introduced as an ambassador for KFC Philippines.[21][22] According to KFC Philippines General Manager Jojo Marcelo, Daez "represents the modern KFC spirit— kind-hearted, friendly, cool, and charming," and reflects "a distinctly Filipino vibe" that aligns with the company's modernization efforts.[23]

Personal life

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Daez describes himself as an extrovert.[24] He expressed that he loves meeting and talking to people in a Metro Artist Spotlight interview.[3]

Filmography

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Key
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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2025 Romance Reboot Enzo [25][26]
Bar Boys: After School Ziggy Nicardo 51st Metro Manila Film Festival entry [27]

Television

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2022 Family Feud Philippines Himself/Contestant Season 1, Episode 6 [28]
2024 Pamilya Sagrado Leon Arevalo Jr. Recurring Role [1][8]
Rainbow Rumble Himself/ contestant Rainbow Rumble Master [9][10]
iWant ASAP Main Host Online show of ASAP [19]
2024–2025 Saving Grace Wilson Hernandez Supporting Role [29][30]
2025 Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition Himself/Housemate Evicted on Day 63; House Challenger [31]
Love at First Spike Uno Santillan Main Role [32]
Idol Kids Philippines Host Online companion show; auditions and mid-rounds [33]
It's Showtime Guest Performer
2025–present Roja Bogs Lim Supporting Role [34]

Music videos

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Year Title Artist Notes Ref.
2024 "Kung Naging Tayo" Alexa Ilacad [35]

References

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