Don Benjamin Manalo (born July 30, 1987), known professionally as Benj Manalo, is a Filipino actor and professional dancer[1] who is best known for his role as Pinggoy in the top-rated prime time series FPJ's Ang Probinsyano. He also appeared in other shows like On the Wings of Love, My Super D and Kadenang Ginto.
He is the second son of comedian and TV host Jose Manalo and estranged wife Anna Lyn Santos, and brother of Sherwin Nicco,an actor [2][3]Myki, a medical doctor, Ai, an accounts manager and Colyn, a musician.[4]
In 2018, he celebrated his 3rd anniversary with his girlfriend 'Bubble Gang' comedienne Lovely Abella. He also won the Best Actor trophy at the CentroMedia FilmFest 2018.[5]
In June 2019, he proposed to Abella.[6] In January 23, 2021, the couple were married at Lemuria Gourmet Restaurant in Quezon City.[7]
