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Keempee de Leon (Joseph Joachim Tugas de Leon) was born on 8 January, 1973 in Manila, Philippines, is a Filipino entertainer. Discover Keempee de Leon's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 51 years old?

Popular As Joseph Joachim Tugas de Leon
Occupation Actor, comedian, singer, songwriter, television host
Age 51 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 8 January, 1973
Birthday 8 January
Birthplace Manila, Philippines
Nationality Philippines

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Keempee de Leon Height, Weight & Measurements

At 51 years old, Keempee de Leon height is 1.68 m .

Physical Status
Height 1.68 m
Weight Not Available
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
Hair Color Not Available

Dating & Relationship status

He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

Family
Parents Joey de Leon (father) Daria Ramirez (mother)
Wife Not Available
Sibling Not Available
Children Samantha de Leon

Keempee de Leon Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Keempee de Leon worth at the age of 51 years old? Keempee de Leon’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from Philippines. We have estimated Keempee de Leon'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 Actor

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1973

Joseph Joachim Tugas de Leon (born January 8, 1973), better known as Keempee de Leon, is a Filipino actor, comedian, singer, songwriter and TV host.

He is the son of Joey de Leon and Daria Ramirez.

1988

He started his career in the entertainment industry in 1988 via the Viva Films film I Love You 3x a Day, where he was paired with Gelli de Belen and worked with soon-to-be-co-host of Eat Bulaga!, Jimmy Santos.

Soon after, he became a regular fixture in three TV shows: Eat Bulaga!, That's Entertainment and Agila.

1989

In April 1989, he signed his first recording contract with OctoArts International (now PolyEast Records).

1990

In 1990, he was a subject of a tug-of-war between Regal Films and Viva Films when Regal got Keempee to appear as lead role in the romantic comedy movie Romeo Loves Juliet opposite Aiko Melendez.

In the end, Keempee chose to remain with Viva Films and signed a contract.

1992

In 1992, he was launched as a junior action star via the movie Jesus dela Cruz at ang mga Batang Riles with Ana Roces as his leading lady.

The action film was a mild success and it was followed up with Blue Jeans Gang with Dennis Padilla and Leah Orosa as co-stars.

However, unlike Batang Riles, Blue Jeans Gang was a flop at the box-office.

1993

De Leon openly admitted to the public in 1993 that he became a victim of drug abuse and as a result, he underwent rehabilitation at New Beginnings in Sucat, Parañaque.

Despite this however, he managed to finish two big movies before he went on sabbatical.

The two big movies were: Viva's Sana'y Ikaw na Nga with Christopher de Leon and Vina Morales, and Alyas Batman en Robin with dad Joey de Leon.

1994

After his rehabilitation, he became a member of Victory Christian Fellowship while resuming his stalled showbiz career in 1994.

He had his biggest break on TV by playing a leading role in GMA's Villa Quintana with Donna Cruz as his leading lady.

He is a former VIVA contract star along with other members of That's Entertainment with Donna Cruz, Jessa Zaragosa, Vina Morales and others.

He became Best Drama Actor for Villa Quintana in Star Awards for television.

1995

He was also a co-host in GMA Supershow from 1995 to 1997 and a gag performer in IBC 13's Goin' Bayabas, a remake of the '80s gag show Goin' Bananas in 1998.

2002

In 2002, after he graduated and finished his studies at college, he returned to the small screen via ABS-CBN's Klasmeyts and Recuerdo de Amor, but in 2004, he returned to GMA Network where he was signed up to portray the gay Harold in Bahay Mo Ba 'To?.

In the sitcom he was paired with Francine Prieto.

Their tandem became a hit and he continued playing gay roles in the reality sitcom Kung Ako Ikaw and in films.

2008

In 2008, De Leon returned to primetime via LaLola which stars Rhian Ramos and JC de Vera.

He also returned to comedy film for his comeback movie, Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After, an official entry to the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival, together with Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and his father, Joey de Leon.

After LaLola, he plays Paul in the Philippine remake of Korean drama All About Eve.

The following year, he became part of another Korean remake drama Full House which stars Heart Evangelista and Richard Gutierrez.

Keempee co-hosts a singing competition Are You The Next Big Star? where he works with famous singer, Regine Velasquez.

2013

In 2013, he appeared in the TV series My Husband's Lover where he portrayed Zandro Soriano.

Netizens laud Keempee for Zandro role in My Husband's Lover.

In the series, Zandro is the cross dresser cousin of Vincent Tom Rodriguez, who is a closet bisexual at this point in the story.

Zandro's and Vincent's dads are both "allergic" to having gay members in the family but Vincent's father, Gen. Armando Soriano, a retired general, is more vocal – and violent – with regard to the issue.

2015

However, he stayed with GMA Network from 2015 to 2018 as he appeared on the network's different soap operas.

His most notable latest works were Little Nanay, where he got to work for the first time with the Superstar Nora Aunor; and Meant to Be where he worked for the first time with former That's Entertainment cast members, most notably Manilyn Reynes and Janno Gibbs.

2016

In March 2016, he was expelled from Eat Bulaga! after 14 years of hosting.

2018

In 2018, he transferred back to ABS-CBN where he reunited with erstwhile girlfriend Cristine Reyes in the drama Nang Ngumiti ang Langit in 2019.

2020

In 2020, De Leon became part of the drama series, Bagong Umaga with co stars former PBB housemates Heaven Peralejo and Barbie Imperial.

Keempee de Leon sported a curtain haircut back in the 90s that was imitated by young men at the time.

Named after him, Keempee, is parted in the middle of the head and long bangs reach as far as the ears.

Up until today, Keempee, the hairstyle, is considered a trademark of the era.

De Leon has a child named Samantha with his former girlfriend.

His past relationships were Manilyn Reynes, Carmina Villarroel, Vina Morales, Ara Mina, Jessa Zaragoza, Bernadette Allyson, Angelika Dela Cruz and Pauleen Luna.