Age, Biography and Wiki
Aiko Melendez (Mary Aiko Shimoji Melendez) was born on 16 December, 1975 in Quezon City, Philippines, is a Filipina actress and politician (born 1975). Discover Aiko Melendez's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 48 years old?
| Popular As |
Mary Aiko Shimoji Melendez |
| Occupation |
Actress & politician |
| Age |
48 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Sagittarius |
| Born |
16 December 1975 |
| Birthday |
16 December |
| Birthplace |
Quezon City, Philippines |
| Nationality |
Philippines
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She is a member of famous Politician with the age 48 years old group.
Aiko Melendez Height, Weight & Measurements
At 48 years old, Aiko Melendez height not available right now. We will update Aiko Melendez's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
| Physical Status |
| Height |
Not Available |
| Weight |
Not Available |
| Body Measurements |
Not Available |
| Eye Color |
Not Available |
| Hair Color |
Not Available |
Who Is Aiko Melendez's Husband?
Her husband is Jomari Yllana (m. 2000-2004)
Martin Jickain (m. 2006-2010)
| Family |
| Parents |
Not Available |
| Husband |
Jomari Yllana (m. 2000-2004)
Martin Jickain (m. 2006-2010) |
| Sibling |
Not Available |
| Children |
Marthena Jickain, Andrei Yllana |
Aiko Melendez Net Worth
Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Aiko Melendez worth at the age of 48 years old? Aiko Melendez’s income source is mostly from being a successful Politician. She is from Philippines. We have estimated Aiko Melendez's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
Politician |
Aiko Melendez Social Network
Timeline
Mary Aiko Shimoji Melendez (born December 16, 1975), known professionally as Aiko Melendez, is a Filipino actress and politician.
She currently serves as a councilor of Quezon City from the 5th district since 2022, a position she previously held from the 2nd District from 2001 to 2010.
Her father, Jimmy Melendez (born Jim Shinoji), was an actor.
Her half-brother, Jam Melendez (son of Jimmy Melendez and Deborah Sun), also entered showbusiness.
Melendez was discovered in the late 1980s and signed a contract with Regal Films, becoming one of their 'Regal Babies'.
Aiko Melendez started as a child star in the early '80s under Regal Films among them, Santa Claus is Coming to Town in 1982 and she was billed simply as Aiko.
She received multiple awards for May Minamahal in 1993 and Sa 'yo Lamang in 1995.
Her 1997 film, Kahit Kailan, received several awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
In the late 2000s, she starred in TV shows.
Melendez was married to actor Jomari Yllana from 2000, but got separated after a year.
They have a son named Andrei.
In 2001, Melendez ran for councilor of the 2nd district of Quezon City and won.
She was reelected in 2004 and in 2007 and remained in office for 9 years until 2010.
Their marriage was annulled in 2004.
In 2006, Melendez married Martin Jickain, with whom she has a daughter named Marthena.
She did several shows on GMA Network but most often appeared on ABS-CBN.
However, their marriage was annulled in 2010.
Melendez is currently dating Zambales's 1st district representative Jefferson "Jay" Khonghun.
In 2011, Aiko returned to ABS-CBN for an episode of Maalaala Mo Kaya and Reputasyon.
In 2013, she was part of the TV series Apoy Sa Dagat.
In 2013, Melendez converted to Born Again Christianity.
In 2015, Melendez played the role of Fionna Vargas in Inday Bote.
In 2017, she garnered praises for her work in Wildflower, a primetime soap opera.
Dubbed as the Ultimate Star by the media, Melendez is a recipient of countless accolades and recognitions locally and globally.
She won "Best Actress in a Foreign Language Film" at the 7th International Filmmaker Festival of World Cinema in London and "Best Actress" at the International Film Festival Manhattan in New York City.
She has also been honored at the Metro Manila Film Festival, PMPC Star Awards for Television, Gawad Tanglaw Awards and Fap Awards, including several nominations from FAMAS Awards.
In 2017, Melendez played the role of Emilia Ardiente in Wildflower.
In 2018, Melendez played the role of Matadora/Bighani in Bagani.
In 2019, Melendez returned to GMA Network to play a role in Prima Donnas.
Melendez ran for Quezon City councilor in 2022, this time at the 5th district, and won.
