Dominic Roque has captivated audiences with his performances in television and film, carving out a niche for himself in the entertainment industry.
This article explores his background, education, career breakthroughs, and his roles in various shows and movies.
Knowing more about Dominic Roque
Early Life and Education
Dominic Karl Manalo Roque was born on July 20, 1990, in Cavite, Philippines, into a family with a background in business and acting. His educational journey took him from Imus Institute for his high school education to De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde, where he earned a degree in Tourism.
Career beginnings
Dominic's foray into the entertainment industry began with modeling. His early work with the Cosmopolitan Talent Agency and his appearances in promotions for the Penshoppe fashion brand laid the foundation for his career.
However, it was his role in the soap series Habang May Buhay in 2010 that marked his transition from modeling to acting. In this medical drama series, he plays the role of Mark Alcantara, Cora's (Rio Locsin) son and Jane's (Judy Ann Santos) cousin.
Breakthrough in Television and Film
Dominic's breakthrough came with his roles in the TV drama shows Aryana in 2012 and May Isang Pangarap in 2013.
Aryana is about Aryana Mendez (Ella Cruz), a young girl who undergoes a significant transformation on her 14th birthday. She discovers that she is turning into a mermaid due to a curse that has been placed upon her family. This discovery propels Aryana into a new realm of existence, where she must learn to adapt to her mermaid identity while also dealing with the typical trials of teenage life.
On the other hand, May Isang Pangarap is about the lives, dreams, and challenges of two young girls (played by Larah Claire Sabroso and Julia Klarisse Base) who share a passion for singing. Coming from different backgrounds, the girls discover that they both aspire to become successful singers. The series explores themes of friendship, ambition, family relationships, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.
Other shows that Dominic Roque was casted in
Pangako Sa Yo (2014)
This is a TV series topbilled by Jodi Sta. Maria, Angelica Panganiban, Ian Veneracion, Kathryn Bernardo, and Daniel Padilla. Dominic played the role of Mark Delgado in this series. The series is about a couple, Amor (Jodi Sta. Maria) and Eduardo (Ian Veneracion), who eventually called it quits because of a lot of things that happened between them. Amor went abroad for a few years and went back to the country as Amor Powers, a woman deadset on having her revenge on Eduardo’s family. In the process, this hurts Yna, her daughter (Kathryn) and Eduardo’s son, Angelo (Daniel).
Seklusyon (2016)
This is a Filipino horror film set in the 1940s and directed by Erik Matti. It’s an entry to MMFF 2013. Dominic’s role here is Fabian. The movie tells the story of a group of young priests who retreat to a remote convent in search of peace and quiet. However, their tranquil lives are disturbed when they confront wicked powers hiding within the holy walls.
The film also follows a little girl named Anghela Sta. Ana (Rhed Bustamante), who quickly makes a name for herself by possessing the ability to cure the sick who come to her for help.
My Ex and Whys (2017)
Dominic played the role of Jaguar Martinez in this rom-com drama film topbilled by Liza Soberano and Enrique Gil. This show is about a womanizer (Enrique) who wants to prove his blogger ex (Lisa) that he has already changed. She prepares a series of “tests” to see if he is telling the truth, but these do not go out as planned.
La Luna Sangre (2018)
This is a Filipino television series that revolves around the prophecy foretold during the blood moon. The prophecy predicts that the offspring of the most powerful vampire and the chosen wolf will put an end to the evil of a vampire marked with the cursed ink. This child, believed to be Malia (Kathryn Bernardo), is central to the storyline and is dubbed the "Chosen One" among a clan of werewolves. She strives to master her abilities with the help of Tristan (Daniel Padilla), a mortal who also harbors grievances against Malia's vampire foes.
In this show, Dominic plays the role of Jill Imperial, an entrepreneur planning to acquire Waya Corporation. This company is a covert associate of Supremo (Richard Gutierrez) who transforms him into a vampire.
Playhouse (2019)
It is a drama TV series where Dominic played Zeus. The story is about Patty (Angelica Panganiban) and Marlon (Zanjoe Marudo), a young couple on the verge of separation. They unexpectedly find themselves having to co-parent a godchild, which brings them back together.