Andrea Brillantes, born Anndrew Blythe Daguio Gorostiza on March 12, 2003, in Taytay, Rizal, Philippines, is a Filipino actress, model, and entrepreneur.
Known for her captivating performances and vibrant social media presence, she began her career at the tender age of seven and quickly rose to prominence through her talent and charm.
With a career spanning over a decade, Andrea has solidified her status as one of the Philippines’ most bankable young stars, earning accolades for her roles in television dramas and films.
Beyond her professional achievements, her close-knit family, particularly her siblings, plays a significant role in her life, providing a grounding force amidst her fame.
Siblings
Andrea has three older siblings, two sisters, Kayla Aan Gorostiza and Nina Gorostiza, and a brother, Kismet Gorostiza.
Kayla Aan, often mistaken for Andrea’s twin due to their striking resemblance, is a social media personality with a significant following on platforms like Instagram and YouTube.
Nina, the eldest sister, is a businesswoman who maintains a low profile but remains a pillar of strength for Andrea, offering quiet support and guidance.
Kismet, Andrea’s older brother, is a professional full-time gamer who prefers to stay out of the spotlight.
Career
Andrea’s journey in the entertainment industry began at age seven when she debuted in the children’s comedy show Goin’ Bulilit in 2010, captivating audiences with her natural charm.
That same year, she landed a supporting role as Sofia Alvaro in the drama series Alyna, marking her entry into more serious roles.
Her breakthrough came in 2013 with the titular role in Annaliza, a remake of the iconic series originally starring Julie Vega.
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The show was a massive success, achieving a peak national TV rating of 27.8% and earning Andrea critical acclaim.
She continued to build her resume with roles in series like Hawak Kamay (2014), where she played Lorrie, and Pangako Sa ’Yo (2015) as Lia Buenavista.
Her portrayal of the antagonist Marga Mondragon-Bartolome in the 2018 melodrama Kadenang Ginto catapulted her to new heights of fame, with the series dominating its timeslot and boosting her social media presence.
Andrea has also ventured into films, appearing in Crazy Beautiful You (2015), Kahit Ayaw Mo Na (2018), and On the Job: The Missing 8 (2021), which premiered at the Venice International Film Festival.
Beyond acting, she has expanded into entrepreneurship with her makeup line, Blythe Cosmetics, launched under Careline in 2019, and maintains a strong digital presence with over 14 million Instagram followers and 1.83 million YouTube subscribers.
Her recent projects, including Senior High (2023) and High Street, showcase her versatility and solidify her status as a leading actress.
Accolades
In 2013, Andrea won the Best Child Performer award at the 27th PMPC Star Awards for Television for her role in Annaliza.
Her performance in Hawak Kamay earned her the Yahoo! Celebrity Award for Child Star of the Year in 2014.
The success of Kadenang Ginto brought her multiple honors, including the Most Promising Loveteam for Television with Seth Fedelin at the Box Office Entertainment Awards, Best Performance in a Supporting Role at the GEMS Hiyas ng Sining Awards, and Outstanding Social Media Personality of the Year at the EdukCircle Awards.
She also received two PMPC Star Awards for Television for her work in Kadenang Ginto, cementing her reputation as a versatile actress.
In 2023, she was hailed as one of the Most Outstanding Asian Stars, further affirming her influence in the industry.
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