Gary Valenciano

Edgardo Jose Santiago Valenciano

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Edgardo Jose "Gary" Santiago Valenciano (born 6 August 1964), also known as Gary V. and Mr. Pure Energy, is a multi-awarded Filipino-Puerto Rican, singer-songwriter, musician, actor, music producer and TV host. Valenciano has released 39 albums, and won the Awit Awards (Song Awards) for "Best Male Performer" twelve times. In 1998, he became UNICEF Philippines' first National Ambassador, a title he continues to hold.

Gary Valenciano
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Gary Valenciano singing in Toronto, 2014
Background information
Birth name
Edgardo Jose Santiago Valenciano
Also known as
Gary V., Mr. Pure Energy
Born
6 August 1964 (age 54)
Santa Mesa, Manila, Philippines[1]
Origin
Manila, Philippines
Genres
Inspirational, pop, OPM
Occupation(s)
Singer, songwriter, record producer, musician, actor, entertainer, television host, reality show judge and mentor
Instruments
Vocals, keyboards, piano, drums, percussion
Years active
1978–present
Labels
Former: Blackgold Records/Vicor Music Corporation, WEA,
Universal Records (Philippines), Toshiba Emi (Japan), Graceland/Frontline Records (USA), Polygram (Asia), Viva Records (Philippines), Star Music (Philippines)
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