German Moreno
German Moreno | |
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| Other names | Kuya Germs, Master Showman |
| Occupation(s) | host, televisionfilm, actor and Talent Manager |
| Years active | 1963-present |
German Moreno, also known as Kuya Germs or the Master Showman (born October 8, 1941 in Manila, Philippines), is a Filipino television host, actor, comedian and Talent Manager popular during the 1980s. He was born to Filipino father of Spanish descent and Filipino mother.
Moreno became involved in the entertainment industry working as a janitor and telonero (curtain raiser) of Clover Theater. He later went on to pursue a career as a comedian of the bodabil stage and the post-war screen. His biggest break came on television in the late '70s when he became host of the Sunday noontime variety show, GMA Supershow. He eventually became the host and producer of That's Entertainment, a youth-oriented variety show. Currently, he is hosting a late-night show entitled Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman.
Personal life
- His son, Federico, is married to Shiela Magdayao, the older sister of singer-actress Vina Morales
Filmography
- Adela (2008)
- Paupahan (2008)
- M.O.N.A.Y (Misteyks obda neyson address Yata) ni Mr. Shooli (2007)
- Binibining K (2006) .... Kuya Germs
- Mga Batang Bangketa (2006)
- Pelukang Itim: Agimat ko Ito For Victory Again (2005)
- Hustler (2002)
- Basta Tricycle Driver... Sweet Lover (2000)
- Ayos na ang Kasunod (2000)
- Frats (1997) .... Dean Valdez
- Madaling Mamatay, Mahirap Mabuhay (1996)
- Yes, Yes, Yo Kabayong Kutsero (1989)
- Silang mga sisiw sa lansangan (1988)
- Takot Ako Eh! (1987)
- Ready, Aim, Fire (1987)
- Payaso (1986)
- Bulaklak ng City Jail (1984)
- Palengke Queen (1982)
- Burgis (1981)
- Dyesebel (1978)
- Mga Mata ni Angelita (1978)
- Pinakasalan ko Ang Ina ng Aking Kapatid (1977)
- Minsa'y Isang Gamugamo (1976)
- Relaks lang mama, sagot kita (1976)
- Wanted: Ded or alayb (Agad-agad) (1976)
- Memories of Our Love (1975)
- Somewhere Over the Rainbow (1974)
- Anak ng Aswang (1973)
- Super Gee (1973)
- Winter Holiday (1972)
- Kung May Gusot, May Lusot (1972)
- My Blue Hawaii (1972)
- Guy and Pip (1971)
- Fiesta Extravaganza (1969)
- Sayonara My Darling (1968)
- Bahay Kubo, Kahit Munti (1968)
- Juanita Banana (1968)
- Magic Guitar (1968)
- May Tampuhan, Paminsan-Minsan (1968)
- Order ni Osang (1968)
- Bus Stop (1967)
- Bikini Beach Party (1967)
- Jamboree '66 (1966)
- Ay ay naku Neneng (1966)
- Portrait of My Love (1965)
- Kumander Judo (1964)
- Senyorito at ang atsay, Ang (1964)
- Fighting Waray sa Ilocos (1964)
- Mga Batang Iskwater (1964)
- Mga Bata ng Lagim (1964)
- Dance-O-Rama (1963)
.halina neneng ko [1969]
TV shows
- Pinoy Cine Klasika - QTV "now Q" (2010-present)
- Pinoy Records - GMA Network (2010) - guest celebrity judge
- Show Me Da Manny - GMA Network (2009) - guest appearance
- Talentadong Pinoy - TV5 (2008–2010) - as a guest judge
- Adik Sa'Yo - Joe - GMA Network (2009)
- Magic Kamison - GMA Network (2006)
- Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman - Main Host (GMA Network (1997–present)
- Ginintuan Telon - QTV "now Q" (2005–2006)
- Love To Love - GMA Network (2003–2006)
- Idol Ko Si Kap - GMA Network (2000–2005)
- May Himala - GMA Network (2000)
- Best Friends - GMA Network (1998–1999)
- Lira - GMA Network (1996–1998)
- GMA Love Stories - GMA Network (1999–2001)
- SOP: Sobrang Okey Pare - GMA Network (1997–2010) - guest
- Super Games - GMA Network (1995–1996)
- Salo Salo Together - GMA Network (1993–1995) - guest
- GMA Telecine Specials - GMA Network (1992–2001)
- Billy Billionaryo - GMA Network (1993–1995)
- Silver Germs - GMA Network (1992)
- Negosiyete: Mag Aral Sa GMA - GMA Network (1991–1997)
- GMA Supershow - GMA Network (1978–1997)
- Saturday Entertainment - GMA Network (1986–1995)
- That's Entertainment - GMA Network (1986–1996)
- Germspesyal - GMA Network (1980–1991)
- Superstar Sa 9 - RPN (1979–1989)
- Young Love, Sweet Love - RPN (1987–1993)
- Germside - GMA Network (1975–1980)
Radio
- Master Showman sa Dobol B [1997-2009]
Awards
- Winner, Best Supporting Actor for "Paupahan" - 2009 FAMAS Awards
- Winner, Best Variety Show Host - PMPC Star Awards for TV (1986, 1988, 1990, 1993 & 1994)
- Winner, Best Supporting Actor - PMPC Star Awards for Movies (2009)
External links
Endoresments
- Dazz Dish Washing Liquid
- Globe Telecom
- Vaseline Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
Trivia
- He is a clown figurine collector.
- He is also a founder of Eastwood Walk Of Fame was launched in 2005, where living and dead pinoy actors are in a Walk Of Fame. a Filipino version of "Hollywood Walk Of Fame" in Los Angeles, California.
- He has a collection of VHS Tapes containing his past TV shows like "GMA Supershow" and "That's Entertainment".
- He had a former restaurant called "Kuya Germs Food for the Stars", a Filipino version of the Planet Hollywood in the U.S.A. and the restaurant is now inactive due to lack of business, and replaced by a "Master Siomai" Food Stall, inspired by a TV Show "Master Showman (now Walang Tulugan With The Master Showman)", currently aired on GMA Network.