Alden Richards
A member of the Millennial generation, Alden Richards was born in 1992 in Quezon City, Philippines and went on to become a celebrated Actor.
Alden Richards (born Richard Reyes Faulkerson, Jr. on 02 January 1992) is a Filipino actor, recording artist, and television personality. He is best known for his roles in the films The Road (2011), Hello, Love, Goodbye (2019) and Five Breakups and a Romance (2023), Family of Two (A Mother and Son's Story) [2023], and Hello, Love, Again (2024).
"Alden Richards' career reached unprecedented heights with the "AlDub" phenomenon, his love team with Maine Mendoza on Eat Bulaga's "Kalyeserye" segment." — About Alden Richards
| Metric | Alden Richards | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 34 | 53 | -19 yrs |
| Career length | 16 yrs | ~35 yrs | -19 yrs |
| Based on 3888 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Alden Richards
Did you know that Alden Richards broke multiple box office records with "Hello, Love, Goodbye" even without his iconic love team partner, proving his individual star power?
- He initially auditioned for StarStruck but didn't make it, later joining GMA Artist Center through another path.
- He is an avid gamer and streams occasionally, known for playing Mobile Legends: Bang Bang.
- Alden initially wanted to become a pilot, a childhood dream influenced by his late mother.
- He is a successful entrepreneur, owning a McDonald's franchise located in Biñan, Laguna.
- His real surname, Faulkerson, is of American origin, inherited from his paternal grandfather.
Alden Richards' career reached unprecedented heights with the "AlDub" phenomenon, his love team with Maine Mendoza on Eat Bulaga's "Kalyeserye" segment. This segment garnered massive local and international attention, breaking Twitter records and establishing him as a household name. He further solidified his status by starring in "Hello, Love, Goodbye," which became the highest-grossing Filipino film of all time, showcasing his versatility and individual box office appeal.
Alden Richards leaves a legacy as one of the most successful and enduring figures in Philippine entertainment, known for his genuine charisma and ability to connect with audiences. His impact extends from pioneering digital love team phenomena to breaking box office records, consistently elevating the standard for Filipino actors.