Alden Richards: Biography, Facts and Career

Richard Reyes Faulkerson Jr. (born January 2, 1992), known professionally as Alden Richards, is a Filipino actor, model, host, athlete, television presenter, entrepreneur and film director. Known for his leading roles in romantic and historical action films and television series. His accolades include five PMPC Star Awards for Movies, six PMPC Star Awards for Television, eight Box Office Entertainment Awards, two FAMAS Awards, a Seoul International Drama Award, a Jinseo Arigato International Film Festival Award, a Golden Screen Award, and an Ani ng Dangal, in addition to nominations for a Gawad Urian and two Metro Manila Film Festival. Richards acting career began in the fantasy series Alakdana (2011), which marked his first screen appearance. His breakthrough was in the romantic drama One True Love (2012). He rose to stardom in the romantic comedy sketch Kalyeserye opposite Maine Mendoza, known popularly as AlDub. He later starred in various television series including Mundo Mo'y Akin (2013), Carmela (2014), Illustrado (2014), Destined to be Yours (2017), Victor Magtanggol (2018), The Gift (2019–2020), The World Between Us (2021–2022), Start-Up PH (2022), Pulang Araw (2024), Love, Siargao (2026). On Films, Richards started in supporting roles and transitioned to leading roles. His commercially successful movies include Ang Panday 2 (2011), Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako (2012), My Bebe Love: KiligPaMore (2015), Imagine You and Me (2016), Five Breakups and a Romance (2023), including Hello, Love, Goodbye (2019) and Hello, Love, Again (2024), which are among the highest-grossing Filipino films of all time. Richards made his directorial debut with legal thriller film, Out of Order (2025). In Music, he received several awards and nominations for his albums/songs. His sophomore EP Wish I May is certified diamond record by PARI, making it one of the best-selling albums in the Philippines. Richards also ventured into production, directing and co-producing films, concerts and events. Beyond his work in the entertainment industry, he devoted his time supporting various charitable causes, particularly in the area of literacy and education. He is the founder of AR Foundation Inc., a scholarship program that helps underprivileged students finish college. Richards serves as a member of Mowelfund Inc. Board of Trustees since 2023. He is also Overseas Workers Welfare Administration global ambassador.

Quick facts about Alden Richards

• Full name: Alden Richards
• Born: 1992-01-02
• Nationality: Philippines
• Known as: Comedian
• Wikidata ID: Q4713581

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