Beyond the Breaking News

Dingdong Dantes: The Modern Filipino Gentleman

Entertainment News

Dingdong Dantes: The Modern Filipino Gentleman
Dingdong DantesEsquire PhilippinesKapuso Actor

Esquire Philippines features Dingdong Dantes on its cover, calling him the modern Filipino gentleman. The actor talks about fatherhood, his experience as a Philippine reservist, and his new role as Atoy, a soldier who becomes the titular master cutter.

In a joint post with Kapuso actor Dingdong Dantes on Instagram, Esquire Philippines shared its cover image of Dingdong looking comfortable on his motorcycle. The magazine called him the modern Filipino gentleman.

Dingdong spoke at length about fatherhood in the cover interview, explaining how it's helped change his perspective. He now considers his children when picking out his roles, being named after his father, and naming his son Sixto after him. Dingdong also talked about the family values that they pass on through generations, and how his father's influence still resonates with him today.

He shared that his experience as a Philippine reservist helped prepare him for his role, and that the hard work put into a project is evident when the team works well together. Dingdong plays Atoy, a soldier who grew up in his father's tailoring shop. He takes up the mantle himself after retiring from service, becoming the titular master cutter.

The actor's new role is a reflection of his namesake, St. Anthony of Padua, who is known for helping others find lost things or people

GooglePlease follow us on Google to support us
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

gmanews /  🏆 11. in PH

Dingdong Dantes Esquire Philippines Kapuso Actor Modern Filipino Gentleman Fatherhood

 

Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Students in Philippine schools overseas remain steady amid warStudents in Philippine schools overseas remain steady amid warThe Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) said the number of Filipino students in Philippine Schools Overseas (PSOs) is expected to remain steady amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Read more »

Historic First: Filipino Community in Zagreb Holds Traditional SantacruzanHistoric First: Filipino Community in Zagreb Holds Traditional SantacruzanFor the first time in Zagreb, Croatia, the Filipino community organized a traditional Santacruzan, featuring the Sagala procession and a mass. Church leaders highlighted the event's religious significance as a testament to enduring Filipino faith and culture abroad.
Read more »

Human Dignity in the Digital Age: What Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas Means for Filipino Workers in ItalyHuman Dignity in the Digital Age: What Pope Leo XIV's Magnifica Humanitas Means for Filipino Workers in ItalyHuman Dignity in the Digital Age: What Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica Humanitas Means for Filipino Workers in Italy
Read more »

Knicks' Jordan Clarkson, Spurs' Dylan Harper represent PH in NBA FinalsKnicks' Jordan Clarkson, Spurs' Dylan Harper represent PH in NBA FinalsNo player from the Philippines has won an NBA title, but two with Filipino heritage - New York's Jordan Clarkson and San Antonio's Dylan Harper - meet in this month's NBA Finals. Clarkson, whose mother was a Filipina-American, signed with the Knicks last July for his 12th NBA campaign after stops with the Los Angeles Lakers, Cleveland Cavaliers and Utah Jazz. He has also played on the Filipino national basketball squad. Harper, whose father was five-time NBA champion Ron Harper and whose mother is a high school boys assistant coach in New Jersey, was the second overall selection in last year's NBA Draft. Both players expressed excitement about representing their Filipino heritage on the biggest stage in basketball.
Read more »



Render Time: 2026-07-15 20:03:17