Jimmy Bondoc

James Patrick Romero Bondoc (born May 31, 1975), known professionally as Jimmy Bondoc, is a Filipino musician and songwriter best known for composing his songs Let Me Be The One and Hanggang Dito Nalang.

Jimmy Bondoc
Birth nameJames Patrick Romero Bondoc
Born (1975-05-31) May 31, 1975
OriginManila, Philippines
GenresOPM, pop
Occupation(s)Singer, composer, producer
LabelsStar Music[1]
Sony BMG
Ivory Music

In 2018, he was appointed as the vice-president for community relations at the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR). Previously he was appointed by Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, as assistant vice-president in the Entertainment Department of the said corporation.

Personal life

Bondoc studied at the Ateneo de Manila University from elementary to college,[2] with a degree in AB communications.

As of 2017, he is currently studying law, at the San Beda.[3]

Career

Bondoc is an acoustic musician and has also composed and produced songs. Bondoc is known for his original hits "The Man I Was With You", "Akin Na Lang Sana Siya" and his biggest hit, "Let Me Be The One."

In 2005, Bondoc had a relationship with the Filipina singer Nina also have faced disputes with Nyoy Volante.[4][5]

In 2009, Bondoc released his album entitled "Walang Araw, Walang Ulan under the Sony-BMG.[6]

In 2010, the album Ang Mahiwagang Bisikleta at Ang Huling Makata was released.[7]

Bondoc became a resident juror on the Philippine adaptation of the Sing If You Can franchise, Twist and Shout.[8][9] Bondoc has also served as a regular celebrity mentor on It's Showtime.[10][11][12]

Bondoc was also a radio host for The RnB Show at 97.9 Natural (now known as 97.9 Home Radio) with Duncan Ramos until the end of 2014. He is also part of the band called the Sabado Boys alongside Luke Mejares, Paolo Santos and Dj Myke.

In 2015, Bondoc was among the showbiz personalities who campaigned for Rodrigo Duterte's presidential candidacy. He composed the song "Takbo" (Run), performed by various OPM artists who supported him, to seek the then-Davao City Mayor Duterte to officially run for president at that time.[13]

Presidential appointee

In July 2016, Bondoc has been appointed as the Assistant Vice President for Entertainment of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR),[14] replacing Bong Quintaña. His appointment did not come without criticisms as citizens questioned his qualifications for the post.[15]

Palit-Bise rally

In April 2017, Bondoc was one of the organizers of "Palit-Bise" rally held at Luneta.[16] Held by pro-Duterte supporters, PNP estimated that the crowd numbered only to 4,500 in comparison with the millions who voted for Duterte.[17] The rally was said to be funded by donations coming from OFW supporters of the president through the Gava Gives online platform. There were questions were raised if collected funds were taxable.[18] On March 28, 2017, in a press conference prior to the rally, there were reported instances of bloggers and journalists receiving "gas money", for those who took public transport to go to the press conference.[19]

ABS-CBN Franchise Renewal

In May 2019, Bondoc posted his sentiments on the impending end of ABS-CBN's legislative franchise, typing "I AM EAGERLY AWAITING YOUR DEMISE".[20]

On June 12, 2019, Bondoc celebrated the news[21] of the House of Representatives freezing discussions on renewal of the media company's legislative franchise.[22]

Awards
Association Category Result
22nd Aliw Awards Best Performance in a Concert (Smaller Venue) Won
1st Philippine radio Music Awards Alternative Solo Artist of the Year (Hanggang Dito Na Lang)
Best Pop Male (Hanggang Dito Na Lang)		 Nominated
Aliw Awards Best Male Performer Nominated
Business Excellence Awards Best Acoustic Male Performer Won
IFM Pinoy Music Awards Best Acoustic Male Performer Won
Awit Awards Nomination for the song "Let Me Be The One" Nominated
Business Excellence Awards Most Popular Song by a Male Performer Won
Aliw Awards Best Male Performer Won
Aliw Awards "Last Year's Christmas" for Best Christmas Song
Best Male Performer		 Nominated
Aliw Awards Best Performance in a Concert Collaboration Won
MTV Pilipinas Awards Favorite Male Artist
Best Video for The Man I Was With You		 Nominated

See also

References
  1. "Jimmy". Kabayan Central. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  2. "Pagcor appointee posts credentials, mangles English language". Inquirer Lifestyle. July 13, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  3. Santos, Rhea Manila. "Jimmy Bondoc admits going to law school is his lifelong dream". Push. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  4. Valdez-Pua, Antonette (May 20, 2006). "Nina (finally) talks about ex-boyfriend Jimmy Bondoc". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on June 3, 2012. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  5. Panalingan, Jojo (November 24, 2005). "Jimmy Bondoc reveals truth about relationships with Nyoy, Nina". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  6. "Jimmy Bondoc: Writing songs much harder". ABS-CBN News. January 14, 2009. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  7. Balbuena, Vanessa A. (November 6, 2010). "Jimmy Bondoc bares innermost feelings in new album". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  8. Belen, Crispina M. (July 2, 2010). "'Twist and Shout,' a different kind of singing contest". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on November 29, 2011. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  9. Pulumbarit, Oliver M. "They 'Twist and Shout' no matter what". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on December 16, 2013. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  10. Sanchez, Giselle (November 6, 2012). "Meet The New Celebrity Mentors Of 'It's Showtime'". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  11. "CELEBRITIES MENTOR GRAND FINALISTS IN IT'S SHOWTIME'S 'BIDA KAPAMILYA'". ABS-CBN Corporation. October 15, 2012. Archived from the original on May 31, 2013. Retrieved February 27, 2013.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unfit URL (link)
  12. "Showtime Bida Kapamilya Grand Finals Winner". Cool Buster. Retrieved February 27, 2013.
  13. Caredo, Karina V. (November 15, 2015). "Duterte touched by song 'Takbo'". SunStar. Sun.Star Davao. Retrieved July 10, 2016.
  14. Ganal, FM (July 10, 2016). "Jimmy Bondoc is the newly-appointed AVP for Entertainment for PAGCOR". Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Filipino). Retrieved July 10, 2016.
  15. News, ABS-CBN (July 12, 2016). "Not qualified? Jimmy Bondoc defends appointment in Pagcor". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  16. News, ABS-CBN (April 2, 2017). "Robredo critics hold 'Palit Bise' rally in Luneta". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  17. "Nilangaw! PNP says only 4,500 attend Jimmy Bondoc, Mocha Uson 'palit-bise' rally". politics.com.ph. April 2, 2017. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  18. Robles, Raïssa (April 18, 2017). "OPINION: For now, P2M raised is legally Jimmy Bondoc's 'personal income'". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  19. Robles, Raïssa (April 21, 2017). "OPINION: Pro-Duterte group gave reporters and bloggers 'gas money' for attending its presscon". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  20. "Angel Locsin hits Jimmy Bondoc over post on ABS-CBN franchise renewal". Rappler. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  21. Diaz, Jess. "House freezes ABS-CBN franchise bill, firm takes movies to China market". Philstar.com. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  22. "Jimmy Bondoc posts long message after House freezes ABS-CBN franchise". PEP.ph. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
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