Maika Rivera
| Maika Rivera | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Maika Jae Rivera Tanpoco October 27, 1995 Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines |
| Occupation | Actress, singer, VJ, dancer, athlete |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Agent | Star Magic (2015–present) |
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) |
| Website | Maika Rivera on Instagram |
| Full name | Maika Jae Rivera Tanpoco |
|---|---|
| Country (sports) |
 Philippines (2000–present) |
| Residence | Angeles City, Pampanga |
| Born |
27 October 1995 Angeles City, Pampanga |
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) |
| Plays | Right-handed (two-handed backhand) |
| Singles | |
| Career record | 3-3 |
| Doubles | |
| Career record | 2-3 |
| Team competitions | |
Maika Tanpoco is a Filipina tennis player and model. She was one of the few popular tennis players in the Philippines along with Tin Patrimonio.[1]
In 2016, Tanpoco changed her screen name to Maika Rivera as she became a member of Star Magic, an ABS-CBN Talent Agency.
Personal life
Rivera is the cousin of Ashley "Petrang Mahalimuyak" Rivera, who is known for being an internet sensation.
Career
She lost to Marian Capadocia in the finals of Philippine Columbian Association in November 2014.[2]
Showbiz career
Rivera's film debut is her antagonist role in Always Be My Maybe by Star Cinema, starring Arci Muñoz and Gerald Anderson. She also became a member of Girl Trends on ABS-CBN's noontime show It's Showtime.
Recently, Rivera made her television acting debut via Magpahanggang Wakas, where she shared credits with Muñoz, Gelli de Belen and John Estrada. She will be paired up with Marco Gumabao.
Off the Court
She appears for Metro magazine with volleyball superstar Alyssa Valdez of Ateneo Lady Eagles[3] and Men's Health Philippines along with another volleyball superstar Cha Cruz, who was included in the Top 100 of FHM Philippines 100 Sexiest Women along with Rachel Anne Daquis.[4]
Filmtography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016-present | It's Showtime | Performer (Girl Trend member) | ABS-CBN |
| 2016-17 | Magpahanggang Wakas | Cheska Lozado |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Producer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Always Be My Maybe | Tracy | Star Cinema |
External links
- Maika Rivera at the International Tennis Federation
- Maika Rivera at the Fed Cup
- Maika Rivera on Facebook
- Maika Rivera on Twitter
- Maika Rivera on Instagram
References
- ↑ "Maika's dream now a reality". The Standard (Philippines). June 9, 2013.
- ↑ "Capadocia faces Tanpoco for title". Manila Bulletin. November 22, 2014.
- ↑ "UAAP, PBA stars sizzle in Metro's 'Body Special'". ABS-CBN Sports. May 19, 2015.
- ↑ "Introducing Tennis Star Maika Tanpoco". Men's Health Philippines. June 29, 2015.
| Preceded by Jessy Mendiola |
MH Women with Cha Cruz (July 2015) |
Succeeded by Nadine Lustre |