Alden Richards is celebrating 10 years of success in the showbiz industry.
Alden was a young lad from the province who began dreaming big for his family. He tried joining talent searches and auditions but becoming a celebrity felt far-off and elusive for him.
Despite the early rejections, Alden soldiered on, exerted his best effort and commitment, and worked his way to the limelight.
He may have thought of quitting a few times, but he only proved that true talent and dedication can help you achieve what your heart truly desires.
Today, Alden, dubbed as the Asia's Multimedia Star, is undoubtedly among the top celebrities not just in GMA Network but in Philippine showbiz.
Take a look at the few highlights of his journey that led him to stardom in this gallery.
Agad din siyang naging bahagi ng Metro Manila Film Festival sa kanyang unang pelikula na 'Ang Panday 2.' Gumanap siya bilang si Gubli.
As early as 2011, Alden has won the hearts of many as he portrayed the campus heartthrob Christian in 'Tween Academy.' This character was only just a preview of how he would eventually send his fans and admirers swooning later on in his career.
Isang malaking pagkakataon ang muling naibigay kay Alden nang makapareha niya ang Kapuso Primetime Queen na si Marian Rivera sa 'Carmela.'
Alden Richards portrayed Jose Rizal in the epic documentary-drama, 'Ilustrado.' His commendable portrayal of our national hero's life won him the Best Drama Actor award at the 29th PMPC Star Awards for Television.
Alden Richards turned phenomenal after being serendipitously paired with Kalyeserye darling and Philippine DubSmash Queen Maine Mendoza. Together, they form the popular AlDub love team.
Aside from being an accomplished actor, Alden is also an awarded recording artist. He won as the 'Breakthrough Recording Artist' at the 47th GMMSF Box Office Entertainment Awards for his first GMA Records album 'Wish I May.' He has also been awarded a Diamond Record for the said album
Alden made more hearts melt as he and Maine topbilled the box office hit 'Imagine You And Me.'
Big winner muli si Alden sa 14th Gawad Tanglaw Awards ng parangalan siya ng 'Best Performance by an Actor.'
Alden remains to be a loyal Kapuso, strengthening his ties with GMA Network in 2016.
Alden sent 'Mulawin' fans into a mania when he breathed life into Lakan in the 2016 franchise of 'Encantadia.'
Alden added another feather in his cap when he authored his self-titled book “Alden Richards: In My Own Words.”
Alden enjoyed a resounding success when he sold out his first major solo concert titled “Upsurge.”
Humakot ng maraming awards si Alden para sa kanyang sophomore album under GMA Records na 'Say It Again.' Ilan sa kanyang mga natanggap na pagkilala ay ang Pop Album of the Year, Male Pop Artist of the Year at Album of the Year noong 2017 sa PMPC Star Awards for Music.
Alden topbilled his first TV series with his love team partner Maine via 'Destined To Be Yours.'
Alden starred opposite Maine in 'Eat Bulaga's' first telemovie, “Love is.”
Alden played the life of the young activist Bonifacio Ilagan in GMA Public Affairs' Marial Law special “Alaala.” The said documentary won a silver medal award from the 2018 New York Festivals.
Alden Richards enjoyed another impressive success when he staged his second major solo concert under GMA Music, 'Adrenaline Rush.'
Alden fulfilled his dream to portray a superhero via the Kapuso telefantasya, 'Victor Magtanggol.'
Alden Richards made another box office hit when he top-billed 'Hello, Love, Goodbye' opposite Kathryn Bernardo. He received various accolades which include Movie Actor of the Year, Championing OFW Recognition, and Movie of the Year from different award-giving bodies.
Alden Richards won another international recognition when he was awarded the Asian Star Prize at the 14th Seoul International Drama Awards 2019.
Alden Richards was named among the recipients of Ani ng Dangal by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCAA).
To celebrate his 10 years in the industry, Alden Richards adds another feather to his cap and banners the first ever virtual reality concert in the country. His special celebration titled 'Alden's Reality is a global event happening on December 8, 2020.