Carlos Morales, who became famous as a sexy actor, revealed in an interview why he left showbiz four years ago.
In an exclusive chat with YouTube content creator Morly Alinio, he shared that the uncertainty during the COVID-19 pandemic made him try his luck in the United States.
He said, “Basically, kasi ' di ba, yung panahon ng COVID din. 'Tapos feeling ko that time... kasi nothing is certain that time. Hindi natin alam kung ano 'yung extent nung COVID na 'yun, so pumunta ako sa States, 'tapos nag-exam ako.”
Carlos, who graduated from Olivarez College in Parañaque City with a degree in nursing, passed the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in the U.S. at 47.
He continued, “Fortunately, I passed and then, my mom died. Medyo parang na-depress din ako, so I have to stay there for a bit bago ako bumalik ngayon.
"So, from now on siguro, I will just you know come back and forth. Siyempre, kasi passion ko rin talaga tong filmmaking tsaka 'yung showbiz e.”
In addition, Carlos stated that he was considering a career in medicine then, but his path took him in a different route.
“Before ako mag-showbiz dati I made sure na tinapos ko muna 'yung nursing ko. 'Tsaka, at the same time dapat kasi pre-med yun, pero hindi ko [kinaya], kasi masyado mahirap. So, kaya naging model na ako that time, tapos pumunta na ako sa Viva 'yun 'yung first big contract ko sa Viva Films and then from there pumalaot na tayo.”
He continued, “Ito nga sa COVID time pumunta ako ng Amerika at nag-test na ako ng NCLEX, 'yun po 'yung local board [exam] sa States para maging registered nurse ka. Hanggang sa ngayon, up to this time nurse na po ako dun sa Amerika.”
Source: MORLY ALINIO (ITO ANG TONDO) (YT)
People often recognized Carlos Morales for his sexy roles. But before this, he was part of the youth-oriented variety show That's Entertainment hosted by the late German “Kuya Germs” Moreno.
Carlos recalled that he was back up dancer before becoming an actor.
“We started as a dance group so meron ako ka-group from Olongapo na yun talaga 'yung core na grupo ko. So, nagpunta kami ng Manila, naging back-up dancer muna kami ni Karla Estrada.
“So, dun kami nag-start and then eventually, sa That's nagkaroon kami ng parang regular show, na sumayaw kami bilang dancer. Pero hindi ako 'yung naging host dun sa That's. Gusto ko sumayaw.”
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Carlos' real name is Carlin Morales Woodruff Jr. He is Fil-American and his father Carl Woodruff Sr. is a former US serviceman. Sadly, Carlos' mother, Lilia Morales already passed away.
Did you know that Carlos was part of Exclusive Dancers, a dance group that regularly performs on 'That's Entertainment'?
We can add Carlos to a long list of celebrities who are certified gym buffs.
Carlos also dabbled in several provocative projects as a sexy actor in some movies with Regal Films.
With his great physique, it was not surprising when Carlos won the Great Bodies contest of a popular gym chain.
Carlos was also featured in a liquor brand ad with the late veteran actor Eddie Garcia.
In 2000, Carlos made a mark in the film 'Laro sa Baga' where he won Best Actor in the Star Awards for Movies.
Carlos was on cloud nine when he bagged the Best Actor trophy at the 7th International Film Festival Manhattan (IFFM) in 2017.
The hunky actor was also part of several Kapuso shows like 'Luna Blanca' (2012) and 'Captain Barbell' ( 2006) and he made an appearance in 'Karelasyon' in 2016.
Carlos finished a filmmaking course at the New York Film Academy back in 2016.
Carlos may have a massive and ripped body but he has a soft spot for man's best friend. #DogLover
With the COVID-19 pandemic ravaging the world, Carlos said in an interview that he made a life-changing decision in 2020 to go to America and pursue a nursing career.
Carlos' hard work paid off on March 30, 2023, when he shared in an Instagram post that he is officially a licensed nurse in the State of California.
He posted, “It's official USRN. Thanks, heavenly father for the gift. To my family and friends who prayed and supported me. Especially, to my love @fefe.fong. To my Mom Lilia in heaven (I love you, Mom).”