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{{short description|Filipino actor and comedian (born 1974)}}
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| birthname = Reynold Garcia
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| birthdate = 1974
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| occupation = [[Actor]]<br>[[Comedian]]<br>[[Singer]]
| birth_place = [[Laoang, Northern Samar]], [[Philippines]]
| yearsactive = 2006-present
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| notable_work = ''[[Banana Sundae]]'' <br> ''[[Banana Sundae|Banana Split]]''
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'''Reynold Garcia''' (born December 15, 1974, in [[Laoang, Northern Samar]]), known professionally as '''Pooh''', is a [[Philippines|Filipino]] actor, comedian, impersonator, singer and host. He is known for currently starring in the comedy gag show ''[[Banana Split (TV series)|Banana Split]]''. He is also known for impersonating boxer and politician [[Manny Pacquiao]].<ref>{{cite news|url=http://www.pep.ph/articles/15808/Incredible-look-alikes-in-showbiz|title=Incredible look-alikes in showbiz|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal|accessdate=30 December 2010}}</ref>
'''Reynold Garcia''' (born on 1974 in [[Samar]]), known as '''Pooh''', is a [[Philippines|Filipino]] singer-comedian.

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He was the 2006 and 2007 awardee for Aliw Award best male stand-up comedian. He was again nominated in 2008.


==Career==
==Career==
Pooh first worked at the now-defunct Nota'Kwela, a comedy bar in [[Caloocan]]. He then moved to Music Box and later to Jazz Café. He was eventually scouted by Andrew del Real of The Library.
Pooh first became a hit among patrons of Library, the popular comedy sing-along bar in [[Malate, Manila|Malate]] where he was an in-house performer. With nightly practice, his segment billed as "Ayaw kong maging boxer. Gusto kong maging beauty queen!" [I don’t want to be a boxer. I want to be a beauty queen!] became a favorite among the habitués and has already spread through the country. His stints on local TV has propelled him to greater heights and now his name has become a byword in the world of comic impersonation. He also has shows in Punchline, Laffline, and Metro Bar.


Pooh had guested on [[GMA Network]]'s ''[[SiS (talk show)|SiS]]'' and in a sequence on an afternoon show of the network. He claims it was ABS-CBN that gave him the opportunity to get known to a larger audience.<ref name="poohshares">{{cite news|last1=Garcia|first1=Rose|title=Pooh shares rags-to-riches story but says Pokwang is richer than him|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/17776/pooh-shares-rags-to-riches-story-but-says-pokwang-is-richer-than-him|accessdate=19 March 2016|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc.|date=6 June 2008|language=Tagalog, English}}</ref>
When asked if he is in favor of [[Manny Pacquiao|Pacquiao]]'s decision to enter politics, Pooh said that it was the champ’s decision and respects it.


The comedian became a part of the ''[[Banana Sundae|Banana Split]]'' cast; he did skits and made impersonations as part of the show. By 2013, he became known for his impersonation of [[Manny Pacquiao]]. In additional to his stint with ABS-CBN, he occasionally receives assignments abroad as a comedian and impersonator.<ref name=fame>{{cite news|last1=Garcia|first1=Rose|title=Comedian Pooh on handling fame and success: "Natatakot ako, e. Ayoko kasi na, kahit sa buhay ko, ayoko ng nabibigo."|trans-title=Comedian Pooh on handling fame and success: "Um, I'm scared, I don't like, because even in my life, I don't want to fail."|url=http://www.pep.ph/news/39811/comedian-pooh-on-handling-fame-and-success-natatakot-ako-e-ayoko-kasi-na-kahit-sa-buhay-ko-ayoko-ng-|accessdate=19 March 2016|publisher=Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc.|date=4 August 2013|language=Tagalog, English}}</ref>
Pooh got his stage name from [[Winnie-the-Pooh]]. He recalls being the unofficial entertainer of his classmates during high school. Whenever they would go out, his usual line was "Akin ang chika, sa inyo ang pera" ["You pay the bills and I will entertain you with stories.]"


In the same year<!---2013--->, he expressed contentment with his involvement in the show and wouldn't mind if he were offered additional roles or not, and would not rather force a role onto himself which he considered as not his forte. He said that he would rather not become as popular as [[Vice Ganda]], as he wouldn't be able to handle the fame.<ref name=fame/>
Pooh has bought a house and a car out of his earnings. He is also sending a number of nieces and nephews to school.


==Comedic style==
Though a dynamite performer, Pooh is a quiet person offstage. From time to time, he would look back and reflect on how things have changed for him. “I don’t know how long this joy ride is going to last, that’s why I’m making the most out of these wonderful times,” he intoned.
Pooh says that his forte in comedy is more on impersonations and [[Sketch comedy|skit-based]]. He said he is not comfortable using [[insult comedy|insults]] in doing comedy, saying that he may not handle it well and end up offending someone.<ref name=fame/>

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He was the 2006 and 2007 awardee for Aliw Award best male stand up comedian. He was again nominated last 2008.


==Filmography==
==Filmography==

===Television===
===Television===
* [[Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Barry (2010)
* ''John en Shirley'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Giovanni (2006)
* [[Florinda (TV series)|Florinda]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - George (2009)
* ''[[Love Spell]]'': "Click Na Click" ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Manilyn (2006)
* [[Ruffa & Ai]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Himself (2009)
* ''[[Pangarap na Bituin]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Berns Bautista (2007)
* [[Shall We Dance? (TV show)|Shall We Dance?]] ([[Associated Broadcasting Company|TV5]]) - Co-host (2009)
* ''[[I Love Betty La Fea]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - as Eda (2009)
* [[Banana Split (TV series)|Banana Split]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Various Roles (2009-present)
* ''[[Banana Sundae|Banana Split/Banana Sundae]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Various roles (2009–2020)
* [[I Love Betty La Fea]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - as Eda (2009)
* ''[[Shall We Dance? (TV series)|Shall We Dance?]]'' ([[TV5 (Philippines)|TV5]]) - Co-host (2009)
* [[Pangarap na Bituin]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Berns Bautista (2007)
* ''[[Ruffa & Ai]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Himself (2009)
* [[Love Spell]]: ''Click na Click'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Manilyn (2006)
* ''[[Florinda (TV series)|Florinda]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - George (2009)
* [[John En Shirley]] ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Giovanni (2006)
* ''[[Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Barry (2010)
* ''[[Your Song: Love Me, Love You]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Guest Actor (2010)
* ''[[Pilipinas Win Na Win]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Co-host with [[Pokwang]] (2010)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.pep.ph/guide/tv/6682/pilipinas-win-na-win-hosts-express-gratitude-for-the-support-they-receive-from-viewers-|title=Pilipinas Win Na Win hosts express gratitude for the support they receive from viewers|website=PEP.ph}}</ref>
* ''[[Juanita Banana]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Sandra (2010)
* ''[[Gandang Gabi, Vice!]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Himself (2011)
* ''[[Muling Buksan Ang Puso]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Xenon (2013)
* ''[[Ningning (TV series)|Ningning]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Jewel (2015)
* ''[[Ang Probinsyano|FPJ's Ang Probinsyano]]'' ([[ABS-CBN]]) - Wanda (2016)
* ''[[Stay-In Love]]'' ([[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]]) - Dencio (2020)
* ''[[Niña Niño]]'' ([[TV5 (Philippine TV network)|TV5]]) - Andie (2021)
* ''[[Eat Bulaga!]]'' ([[GMA Network]]) - Himself (2021)
* [[Open 24/7 (TV series)|''Open 24/7'']] ([[GMA Network]]) - Papu (2023)


===Films===
* ''Annie B.'' ([[Viva Films]]) - Bar Comedian (2004)


===TV guestings===
===Guestings===
;ABS-CBN
*[[ASAP (variety show)|ASAP]]
* ''[[ASAP (variety show)|ASAP]]''
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*[[Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal]]
* ''[[It's Showtime (Philippine TV program)|It's Showtime]]''
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*[[Pilipinas, Game KNB?]]
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* ''[[Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal]]''
*[[Quizon Avenue]]
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* ''[[Pilipinas, Game KNB?]]''
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*[[The Singing Bee (Philippine game show)|The Singing Bee]]
*[[Wowowee]]
* ''[[Quizon Avenue]]''
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* ''[[The Singing Bee (Philippine game show)|The Singing Bee]]''
* ''[[Wowowee]]''
;GMA
* ''[[SiS (TV series)|SiS]]''


==Awards==
==Awards and nominations==
{| class="wikitable"
* 23rd PMPC Star Awards "Best Comedy Actor", for [[Banana Split]]
|-
*2006 Aliw awardee for "best male comedy actor"
! colspan="5" style="background:LightSteelBlue;" | Awards and nominations
*2007 Aliw awardee for "best male comedy actor"
|-
! Year !! Award giving body !! Category !! Nominated work !! Results

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| 2006 || rowspan=3|[[Aliw Award]] || rowspan=3|Best Male Stand-up Comedian || {{N/A}} || {{won}}
|-
| 2007 || {{N/A}} || {{won}}
|-
| 2008 || {{N/A}} || {{nom}}
|-
| 2009 || [[PMPC Star Awards for TV 2009|23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV]] || rowspan=3|Best Comedy Actor || rowspan=3|[[Banana Split (TV series)|Banana Split]] || {{won}}
|-
| 2011 || [[PMPC Star Awards for TV 2011|25th PMPC Star Awards for TV]] || {{nom}}
|-
| 2013 || [[PMPC Star Awards for TV 2013|27th PMPC Star Awards for TV]] || {{nom}}
|}

==References==
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Latest revision as of 16:08, 29 September 2024

Pooh
PseudonymPooh
Birth nameReynold Garcia
Born (1974-12-15) December 15, 1974 (age 50)
Laoang, Northern Samar, Philippines
GenresImpersonations, skits
Notable works and rolesBanana Sundae
Banana Split

Reynold Garcia (born December 15, 1974, in Laoang, Northern Samar), known professionally as Pooh, is a Filipino actor, comedian, impersonator, singer and host. He is known for currently starring in the comedy gag show Banana Split. He is also known for impersonating boxer and politician Manny Pacquiao.[1]

He was the 2006 and 2007 awardee for Aliw Award best male stand-up comedian. He was again nominated in 2008.

Career

[edit]

Pooh first worked at the now-defunct Nota'Kwela, a comedy bar in Caloocan. He then moved to Music Box and later to Jazz Café. He was eventually scouted by Andrew del Real of The Library.

Pooh had guested on GMA Network's SiS and in a sequence on an afternoon show of the network. He claims it was ABS-CBN that gave him the opportunity to get known to a larger audience.[2]

The comedian became a part of the Banana Split cast; he did skits and made impersonations as part of the show. By 2013, he became known for his impersonation of Manny Pacquiao. In additional to his stint with ABS-CBN, he occasionally receives assignments abroad as a comedian and impersonator.[3]

In the same year, he expressed contentment with his involvement in the show and wouldn't mind if he were offered additional roles or not, and would not rather force a role onto himself which he considered as not his forte. He said that he would rather not become as popular as Vice Ganda, as he wouldn't be able to handle the fame.[3]

Comedic style

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Pooh says that his forte in comedy is more on impersonations and skit-based. He said he is not comfortable using insults in doing comedy, saying that he may not handle it well and end up offending someone.[3]

Filmography

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Television

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Films

[edit]

Guestings

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ABS-CBN
GMA

Awards and nominations

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Awards and nominations
Year Award giving body Category Nominated work Results
2006 Aliw Award Best Male Stand-up Comedian — Won
2007 — Won
2008 — Nominated
2009 23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Comedy Actor Banana Split Won
2011 25th PMPC Star Awards for TV Nominated
2013 27th PMPC Star Awards for TV Nominated

References

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  1. ^ "Incredible look-alikes in showbiz". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved 30 December 2010.
  2. ^ Garcia, Rose (6 June 2008). "Pooh shares rags-to-riches story but says Pokwang is richer than him" (in Tagalog and English). Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc. Retrieved 19 March 2016.
  3. ^ a b c Garcia, Rose (4 August 2013). "Comedian Pooh on handling fame and success: "Natatakot ako, e. Ayoko kasi na, kahit sa buhay ko, ayoko ng nabibigo."" [Comedian Pooh on handling fame and success: "Um, I'm scared, I don't like, because even in my life, I don't want to fail."] (in Tagalog and English). Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc. Retrieved 19 March 2016.
  4. ^ "Pilipinas Win Na Win hosts express gratitude for the support they receive from viewers". PEP.ph.
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