Elijah Alejo
Elijah Alejo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Elijah Christian Ong Alejo November 13, 2004 Manila, Philippines |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2010–present |
| Agents | |
| Known for | Brianna Elaine Fajardo-Dimaculangan / Claveria in Prima Donnas Chynna Serrano in Underage |
| Height | 1.57 m (5 ft 2 in) |
Elijah Christian Ong Alejo (Tagalog pronunciation: [ɔŋ ʔɐˈlɛho]; born November 13, 2004) is a Filipino actress. She is known for both her antagonist role in Prima Donnas as Brianna and her protagonist role in Underage as Chynna.[1][2]
Early life and background
She studied senior high school in Manila Central University, under the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) strand.[3] She finished senior high school.[4] She currently studies bachelor's degree in medical technology in the same school.[5]
Acting career
In April 2020, she wrote her first Wattpad novel titled "Unexpectedly In Love".[6]
Alejo returned to the big screen in December 2025 as a cast member of Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins[7] (also known as Shake, Rattle & Roll XVII), an official entry in the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).
Acting credits
Film
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| Year | Title | Role | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Super Inday and the Golden Bibe | Nameless Girl | [8] |
| Shake, Rattle and Roll 12 | Abigail | [9] | |
| Rosario | Trinidad | ||
| 2012 | My Cactus Heart | Young Sandy | |
| I Do Bidoo Bidoo: Heto nAPO Sila! | Young Tracy | ||
| 2016 | Working Beks | Sasa | |
| Imagine You & Me | Gina | [10] | |
| 2017 | Selda 1430 | ||
| 2020 | Death of Nintendo | Shiara | [11] |
| Magikland | Mara Marapara | [12] | |
| 2025 | Shake, Rattle & Roll Evil Origins | Hermana Ana | [13] |
| TBA | She Who Must Not Be Named † | [14] |
Television
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Denotes films that have not yet been released |
Accolades
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
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| 2011 | 27th PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Movie Child Performer of the Year (Shake, Rattle and Roll XII “Mamanyika”) | Elijah Alejo | Nominated | [27] |
References
- ^ "Elijah in a Dozen". Philippine Star. June 19, 2020. Archived from the original on August 15, 2022. Retrieved July 29, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (October 11, 2019). "IN PHOTOS: Kilalanin si Elijah Alejo, kontrabida ng 'Prima Donnas'". GMA Network. Retrieved September 10, 2020.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (11 October 2021). "'Prima Donnas' star Elijah Alejo places second in a quiz bee while on lock-in taping". GMA Network. Archived from the original on 20 February 2024. Retrieved 20 February 2024.
- ^ Mariano, Dianne (August 16, 2023). "Kapuso teen star Elijah Alejo graduates from senior high school". GMANetwork.com. Retrieved August 16, 2023.
- ^ "Elijah Alejo shares glimpse into her life as a medtech student". GMA Integrated News. 24 January 2024. Archived from the original on 20 February 2024. Retrieved 20 February 2024.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brenn (April 30, 2020). "'Prima Donnas' star Elijah Alejo writes first Wattpad novel while in quarantine". GMA Network. Archived from the original on June 24, 2021. Retrieved June 22, 2021.
- ^ "MMFF releases first batch of official entries for 2025 film festival". GMA Network. July 8, 2025. Archived from the original on July 9, 2025. Retrieved July 9, 2025.
- ^ Sancon, Allan (December 21, 2010). "Marian Rivera to Dingdong Dantes: "Thank you, dahil kung wala ka dito di ako mag-i-i-smile."". PEP. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ Ching, Mark Angelo (December 26, 2010). "PEP REVIEW: New tricks bring remarkable scares to Shake Rattle and Roll XII". PEP. Archived from the original on August 19, 2022. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ "LOOK: Meet the cast of AlDub's first solo movie 'Imagine You and Me'". GMANetwork.com. GMA Network. 19 June 2016. Archived from the original on 17 September 2016. Retrieved 21 June 2016.
- ^ Limos, Mario Alvaro (February 16, 2020). "Nostalgic Filipino Film Death of Nintendo Debuts at Berlinale 2020". Esquire. Retrieved May 5, 2021.
- ^ Wang, Nickie (December 27, 2020). "Kids are heroes in magical family movie". Manila Standard. Retrieved May 5, 2021.
- ^ "MMFF releases first batch of official entries for 2025 film festival". GMA Network. July 8, 2025. Archived from the original on July 9, 2025. Retrieved July 9, 2025.
- ^ "Francine Diaz, Seth Fedelin to star in new film 'She Who Must Not Be Named'". INQUIRER.net. June 6, 2025. Retrieved July 25, 2025.
- ^ "Marian Rivera's Endless Love nears end, Super Inday and the Magic Bibe halfway done". PEP. October 12, 2010. Archived from the original on August 18, 2022. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ Carballo, Bibsy M. (30 April 2010). "Pidol's Wonderland poses challenges to all". Philippine Star. Archived from the original on 9 May 2021. Retrieved 9 May 2021.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (May 19, 2020). "Elijah Alejo, inalala ang kanyang karakter sa 'My Husband's Lover'". GMA Network. Retrieved July 30, 2020.
- ^ "'Sa Puso ni Dok' premiers today on GMA-7". SunStar Philippines. August 23, 2014. Retrieved August 7, 2020.
- ^ "Meet the newest 'Prima Donnas' of showbiz". The Manila Times. August 19, 2019. Archived from the original on April 22, 2022. Retrieved May 5, 2021.
- ^ Donato, Jerry (April 22, 2021). "Elijah Alejo takes a breather from Prima Donnas, joins I Can See You". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on April 22, 2021. Retrieved May 5, 2021.
- ^ Acar, Aedrianne (June 10, 2022). "'Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko' presents Papa Pig!". GMA Network. Archived from the original on June 10, 2022. Retrieved June 15, 2022.
- ^ Nardo, Jun (December 22, 2022). "Underage, isasalang sa bagong taon". The Philippine Star. Retrieved December 31, 2022.
- ^ "Forever Young: The politics between the Malaque and Vergara family!". GMA Network. October 21, 2024. Retrieved February 15, 2025.
- ^ "Maka Season 2 features the new journey of the Gen Z Barkada in MacArthur Academy". GMA Network. January 30, 2025. Retrieved June 8, 2025.
- ^ "Maka Lovestream set to make hearts flutter". The Philippine Star. September 5, 2025. Retrieved September 5, 2025.
- ^ Mauricio-Arriola, Tessa (June 20, 2025). "Dynamic drama times three". The Manila Times. Retrieved June 20, 2025.
- ^ Reyes, William R. (April 28, 2011). "Sa 'Yo Lamang and Sigwa lead nominations at the 27th Star Awards for Movies". PEP. Archived from the original on January 16, 2024. Retrieved August 7, 2020.