Get to know more about Kapuso hunk actor Derek Ramsay and his life behind the camera in this gallery.
Movie actor and bankable endorser Derek Ramsay signed an exclusive contract with his new home network GMA-7 last April 3. This is sort of a homecoming for him after 13 years of being with two other TV networks.
Derek's real name is Derek Arthur Paggao-Ramsay.
He was born in Enfield, England. He started high school in the Philippines and went to the United States to get his college degree in Marketing.
His father was an ex-policeman named Derek Ramsay Sr., while his mom is Mrs. Remedios Paggao-Ramsay.
Even before winning the MTV VJ Hunt, Derek credits the longest-running noontime show 'Eat Bulaga' for giving him his break in showbiz. He was one of the regular hosts of the show from 2001 to 2004.
This Fil-British guy, who stands at least 5'11, is a certified fitness buff.
He currently maintains an active lifestyle by playing golf. In fact, he dreams of becoming a professional golfer
Derek also plays competitive frisbee and is a good basketball player as well.
In 2017, Derek even bagged the Best Actor Award in the Metro Manila Film Festival for his portrayal in the movie 'All of You,' which he top-billed with Kapuso Ultimate star Jennylyn Mercado. They also did the romantic-comedy movie 'English Only, Please' two years prior, which also gave him a Best Actor recognition.
He is one of the top male celebrity endorsers in the country.
Derek has been paired with several A-list actresses including Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo, Jennylyn Mercado, Lovi Poe, Solenn Heussaff, Kiray Celis, Coleen Garcia, Anne Curtis, Cristine Reyes, and Bea Alonzo.
He has a soft spot for his furballs like this Samoyed dog named Sky.
Derek Ramsay is a proud owner of Ferrari, Range Rover, and a stylish Bentley
He is an explorer by heart.
He also had the pleasure of playing golf with Hollywood actor Zac Efron.
This Kapuso leading man has a collection of interesting art pieces.
Derek Ramsay owns a house in a gated community in Muntinlupa City. He has built a bigger home in another exclusive subdivision in the area.
Derek is now happily married to actress Ellen Adarna. They are also proud parents to Austin, Derek's son from a previous marriage, and Elias, Ellen's son from actor John Lloyd Cruz.