- Coco Martin is inarguably the King of Primetime Television.
- He uses his platform to give second – even multiple – chances to actors and actresses who have been sidelined.
FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano remains the most-watched television series in the Philippines for three years now. This series gave Coco Martin the title, “King of Primetime Television.”
With FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, Coco uses his platform to give second chances to actors and actresses who have been sidelined for one reason or another.
Coco on giving opportunities.
When asked about this, Coco explained that he only wants to give his fellow actors an opportunity to prove themselves again.
“Wala namang taong nagbigay sa akin ng pera. Ang ibinigay po sa akin ay opportunity. Bakit hindi mo bigyan ng pangalawang oportunidad para alam mo ‘yun, makatulong siya sa pamilya niya at magkaroon siya ng sarili niyang direksyon sa buhay.”
Mark Anthony Fernandez.
After his release from prison, Mark Anthony Fernandez made his TV comeback in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano. He portrayed Brandon, a congressman and the half-brother of JC Santos’ character. His last project was Super Inggo in 2006.
Whitney Tyson.
It had been a dream come true for Whitney Tyson to return to showbiz and act again. She portrayed Elizabeth. The 90’s comedienne experienced hardship since she lost acting gigs in the early 2000’s.
Screenshot from Rated K (ABS-CBN News, YouTube)
CJ Ramos.
After former child actor CJ Ramos got released from Caloocan City Police in August, he received a small role in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano. He portrayed Patrick, the cousin of Jobert Austria’s character.
Rhed Bustamante.
After being featured in Rated K, Coco called Rhed Bustamante and gave her an opportunity for a comeback. She portrayed the role of Ana, an abused child. The talented Rhed suddenly found herself wanting for acting jobs which caused her family a series of hardships.
Mystica.
Former sexy performer Mystica sought Coco’s help to stage an acting comeback. Coco listened to her Facebook Live plea and arranged for Mystica to appear in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano as Rosa, the abusive mother of Rhed’s character, Ana.
These are only some of the actors and actresses whom Coco gave a second chance.
