Rayver Cruz returned to GMA in 2018 after several years with another network.
Since his return, he has been blessed with various projects relating to drama, variety shows, and even musical competition which allowed him to ace his game. With this, he was given the moniker of "Kapuso Total Heartthrob."
Rayver's talent in acting and singing also flourished because of the projects he's involved with. Upon his return to the network, he top-billed the afternoon series 'Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko' with Kris Bernal and Thea Tolentino, and starred in the variety show 'Studio 7' the same year.
Rayver got even bigger projects after becoming a mainstay in noontime show 'All-Out Sundays' and main host of singing competition 'The Clash' opposite Julie Anne San Jose.
Aside from performing on stage, viewers seemed to love Rayver's dramatic acting as well. After 'Asawa Ko, Karibal Ko,' the actor has again captured the hearts of many as the leading man in soap operas 'Hanggang sa Dulo ng Buhay Ko' (2019) and 'Nagbabagang Luha' (2021).
Coming from a showbiz family, indeed, performing is Rayver's bloodline. He proved that he can definitely do it all as he shows us how to own the spotlight.
Take a look at the blossoming showbiz career of Rayver as a Kapuso in this gallery:
After 16 years, Rayver went back to his original home network in 2018. He officially became a full-fledged Kapuso after signing with GMA's talent management arm, GMA Artist Center.
Rayver proved he can also sing when he became a part of the defunct Saturday musical variety show 'Studio 7.'
For Rayver's first Kapuso series, he played Gavin, the husband of Venus (Thea Tolentino) whom he eventually discovers as a transgender woman. The plot thickens when the married Gavin falls for Rachel (Kris Bernal) who is the former wife of Nathan (Jason Abalos)--Venus's real identity prior to his gender reassignment and facial reconstruction.
Rayver shared the spotlight with his brother, Rodjun, during their guest appearance for an episode of 'Magpakailanman' titled "Impyerno sa Dagat." Based on true events, it tells the story of cousins Arnel and Elmer who suffered badly under the hands of the Somali pirates along with their comrades who were with them on the fishing vessel.
After a year since he signed with GMA, Rayver starred in another unique soap opera titled "Hanggang Sa Dulo Ng Buhay Ko," a chilling love story from beyond the grave. In the series, Rayver played Matteo, husband of Yvie (Megan Young). Together with their adopted son, they happily moved into their new family home, along with Yvie's best friend and cousin, Katya (Kim Domingo). But their bliss is quickly replaced by fear as Naomi (Kris Bernal), Matteo's ex-girlfriend, will stop at nothing to disrupt their perfect lives--dead or alive.
'The Clash' has helped Rayver hone his hosting skills. Alongside Julie Anne San Jose, they are the main hosts of the musical competition or aptly called 'Clash Masters' for three seasons now.
Rayver proved he's a jack of all trades as he gets to dance, sing, and host in GMA noontime show 'All-Out Sundays.'
With his charm, talent, and good looks, it is easy for the audience to get 'kilig' with Rayver especially when he's with his on-screen partner Julie Anne. Many noticed their undeniable chemistry through the various projects they've worked on that even their fans and followers gave their tandem a name--JulieVer--a portmanteau of their first names.
Who wouldn't get smitten with this Kapuso hunk? Rayver is totally deserving of the title Total Heartthrob!
Most of his co-stars would describe Rayver as a gentleman, fun to be with, and easygoing. No wonder this guy continues to receive the attention he deserves.
Rayver Cruz is one of the stars in the GMA drama series 'Bolera.'
In 'Bolera,' Rayver Cruz plays the role of billiard prodigy named Miguel Salvador, who will train under the best, Cobrador.
'Bolera' is Rayver Cruz's fourth GMA series since his return to Kapuso network in 2018.