Lara Serena Ortaleza also known as Chynna Ortaleza, is a Filipina

Filipino people

The Filipino people or Filipinos are an Austronesian ethnic group native to the islands of the Philippines. There are about 92 million Filipinos in the Philippines, and about 11 million living outside the Philippines ....

 actress.

She is currently a contract star

Star

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 of GMA Network

GMA Network

GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...

 portraying the role mostly as villain and antagonist.

TV career

Chynna Ortaleza was born on December 7, 1982 in Quezon City

Quezon City

Quezon City is the former capital and the most populous city in the Philippines. Located on the island of Luzon, Quezon City is one of the cities and municipalities that make up Metro Manila, the National Capital Region. The city was named after Manuel L...

, Philippines

Philippines

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. She started her career on GMA Network

GMA Network

GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...

. She pursued her career years later through the Sprite

Sprite (soft drink)

Sprite is a transparent, lemon-lime flavored , caffeine free soft drink, produced by the Coca-Cola Company. It was introduced in the United States in 1961. This was Coke's response to the popularity of 7 Up, which had begun as "Bib-Label Lithiated Lemon-Lime Soda" in 1929...

, Magpakatotoo Ka commercial (Sprite, Get Real) as a kitikitext (text addict). Then GMA Network

GMA Network

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 got her for Click

Click (Philippine TV series)

Click was a teen/youth dramedy show produced and aired in the Philippines from 1999 to 2004 that was platform to the launch of current top young actors...

 as Mimi. She also hosted a Reality show "Click Barkada Hunt". She was cast as Melanie in the soap opera

Soap opera

A soap opera, sometimes called "soap" for short, is an ongoing, episodic work of dramatic fiction presented in serial format on radio or as television programming. The name soap opera stems from the original dramatic serials broadcast on radio that had soap manufacturers, such as Procter & Gamble,...

 Ikaw Lang ang Mamahalin, replacing Sunshine Dizon as the love interest of Cogie Domingo

Cogie Domingo

Redmond Christopher Fernandez Domingo , better known simply as Cogie Domingo, is a Filipino actor and model. At age 10, he joined the cast of ABS-CBN's Cyberkada. This was followed by Regal Films' horror flick, Sa Piling ng mga Aswang , in which he starred opposite Maricel Soriano...

's character, later pairing with Richard Gutierrez

Richard Gutiérrez

Richard Kristian Rama Gutierrez, popularly known as Richard Gutierrez , is a television actor and commercial model who works in Filipino productions.-Biography:Gutierrez is the son of Eduardo P...

 after Domingo left the show. Ortaleza paired with Gutierrez again in the soap opera, Habang Kapiling Ka in the role of Donna. After Habang Kapiling Ka ended, they partnered in Click. They worked together in the Sunday youth drama Love to Love in the episode "Maid For Each Other" where she played Jen, a rich girl from Cebu who ran away to Manila to protest her father's marriage to a cruel woman.

The show got such a high rating that the director requested them for another season, My 1, 2 Love, now with Richard's off-screen partner Anne Curtis. Ortaleza played the role of Nikki, the PA of her cousin. After the second season of Love to Love ended, Chynna and Richard parted ways. After the success of the first season

StarStruck (Season 1)

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 of StarStruck

StarStruck (Philippine TV series)

StarStruck is a Philippine over-all talent competition airing on GMA Network. It debuted on October 27, 2003, and has since become one of the most popular shows on Philippine television....

, Ortaleza hosted the StarStrucks Friday live show, Stage 1 Live, with Cogie Domingo and Raymond Gutierrez. Stage 1 Live was cancelled after one season. She was then added to the new youth segment of SOP (Sobrang Okey Pare)

SOP (Sobrang Okey Pare)

SOP was a Philippine noontime music/variety show aired by GMA Network. The show airs from 12pm-3pm on Sundays. The show is broadcast from Studio 4 at the GMA Network Studios. The show title stands for "Sobrang Okey, Pare!" a Filipino expression which connotes enjoyment and appreciation of a...

, titled as SOP Gimikada then changed to SOP Gigsters. She was then cast as host in the second season of 3R with Iza Calzado

Iza Calzado

Iza Calzado is a Filipina actress, TV host, performer and model, working as one of GMA-7's contract artists.- Biography :...

 and Bettina Carlos. She also added to the cast of Joyride, a youth drama show aired every afternoon as Leah someone from the past of Jason (Cogie Domingo). She was also cast in the 7th season of Love to Love in the episode Haunted Love House.

Ortaleza said goodbye to her teenager image and posed sexy for the first issue of Pump Magazine. She was also a part of Metro Magazine and FHMs "100 Sexiest Women in the World." Ortaleza worked one more time with Gutierrez in the soap opera

Soap opera

A soap opera, sometimes called "soap" for short, is an ongoing, episodic work of dramatic fiction presented in serial format on radio or as television programming. The name soap opera stems from the original dramatic serials broadcast on radio that had soap manufacturers, such as Procter & Gamble,...

 Sugo

Sugo

Sugo, The Chosen One in English, is a fantasy Philippine drama that aired on GMA Network from July 2005 to January 2006 starring Richard Gutierrez.-Plot:...

as the sultry vixen, Rebecca.She also joined the MTV VJ Hunt 2005 and became one of the 16 finalists though she did not won the said title, she got the People Choice awards.For the year 2006 Chynna was on the list again of FHM 100 sexiest women. She was recently part of latest telefantasya from GMA'S Magic Palayok as the villain Natasha.

Personal life

Chynna was dating her click co-star Railey Valeroso and was linked to her former screen partner Richard Gutierrez.

Trivia

• She is considered one of GMA Network
  GMA Network
  GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...
  
  's most loyal actresses.
• Chynna Ortaleza, LJ Reyes & Ryza Cenon have formed an all-female sing-and-dance group called SH3.

Television

Title	Role	Network Channel
Pahiram ng Isang Ina Pahiram ng Isang Ina Pahiram ng Isang Ina or Bond of Love is a Philippine drama series created and developed by GMA Network, starring Bea Binene and Jake Vargas with Carmina Villaroel...  (2011)	Sophia	GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...
Pepito Manaloto Pepito Manaloto Pepito Manaloto is a live situational comedy created by KB Entertainment Unlimited, Inc. and Michael V. for GMA Network. The series premiered on March 28, 2010. The show premiered on April 4, 2010, one week after its original premiere, on GMA Pinoy TV....  (2011)	Nancy
Magic Palayok Magic Palayok Magic Palayok is a Philippine drama-fantasy-comedy series from GMA Network featuring Angeli Nicole Sanoy, Carla Abellana and Geoff Eigenmann and at the helmed of Joel Lamangan. The show premiered February 28, 2011 replacing Bantatay...  (2011)	Natasha Ledesma
Jillian: Namamasko Po Jillian: Namamasko Po Jillian: Namamasko Po! is a Philippine drama produced by GMA Network. It stars Jillian Ward, Claudine Barreto, Wendell Ramos, and Michael V. Since the show is a Christmas special, it was originally only supposed to last until January 7, 2011 but was moved until January 21, 2011. It premiered on...  (2010)	Mavic
Sine Novela Sine Novela Sine Novela is a Philippine daytime soap opera aired on GMA Network which showcases old classic movies from VIVA Films turned into a mini-series... : Trudis Liit Trudis Liit Trudis Liit is a Philippine drama produced by GMA Network, and part of that station's Sine Novela series. Trudis Liit marks the 21st and final installment of the Sine Novela series based on the works by Mars Ravelo...  (2010)	Precious Toledo
Claudine Claudine (TV series) Claudine is a weekly drama anthology named after its lead star, Claudine Barretto, by GMA Network. The pilot episode was originally scheduled on March 28, but it was moved to April 10. The show is expected to run for 16 weeks.-Claudine Episodes:...  (2010)	Lisa
Dear Friend Dear Friend Dear Friend is a television drama that has been broadcast on Philippine television since August 2008. It is a weekly drama anthology of inspiring stories of people who are having family and love problems. The show is an hour-long dose of hope for today’s problem-weary viewer... : "Tisay" (2010)	Danielle
Diz Iz It	Guest Celebrity Judge
The Last Prince The Last Prince The Last Prince is a fantasy Philippine drama produced by GMA Drama, featuring many fairy tales as a plot device such as Cinderella, Rapunzel and Beauty and the Beast. It is directed by Mac Alejandre and developed by R.J. Nuevas, starring Aljur Abrenica, Kris Bernal, Geoff Eigenmann and Carla...  (2010)	Lourdez
Adik Sa'Yo Adik Sa'Yo Adik Sa'Yo is a Philippine romantic comedy created and developed by Denoy Navarro-Punio for GMA Network. The show premiered on June 8, 2009 under the direction of Joel Lamangan. It was originally planned to end on September 4, 2009 but was extended for another week, and officially ended on...  (2009)	Lisa
SRO Cinemaserye: The Eva Castillo Story (2009)	Pilar
Dear Friend Dear Friend Dear Friend is a television drama that has been broadcast on Philippine television since August 2008. It is a weekly drama anthology of inspiring stories of people who are having family and love problems. The show is an hour-long dose of hope for today’s problem-weary viewer... : Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay (2009)	Dianne
Sine Novela Sine Novela Sine Novela is a Philippine daytime soap opera aired on GMA Network which showcases old classic movies from VIVA Films turned into a mini-series... : Paano Ba Ang Mangarap? Paano Ba Ang Mangarap? "Paano Ba Ang Mangarap?" is a Philippine drama on GMA Network. This is the twelfth instalment of Sine Novela.The original movie was released back in 1983...  (2009)	Maya Benitez
Codename: Asero Codename: Asero Codename: Asero , previously known as Asero, is a sci-fi-thriller Philippine drama produced and broadcast by GMA Network starring Richard Gutierrez and Heart Evangelista, based on an original concept by R.J. Nuevas....	Fran Guevarra
La Vendetta La Vendetta La Vendetta is a Philippine suspense-thriller drama series for GMA Network. It began to air on October 29, and ended on January 18, 2008. The series is an experimental soap opera from as it is the first series in the Philippines to use the genre of suspense-thriller. It was aired with a one week...	Joanna Alumpihit
Sine Novela Sine Novela Sine Novela is a Philippine daytime soap opera aired on GMA Network which showcases old classic movies from VIVA Films turned into a mini-series... : Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso "Pati Ba Pintig ng Puso" or Of Love and Lies is a Philippine drama produced by GMA Network. Its pilot aired on May 21, 2007, and is the second instalment of Sine Novela, a series of remake of films...	Mabelle
Atlantika Atlantika Atlantika is a Filipino telefantasya produced by GMA Network about the fictional undersea kingdom of Atlantika. The series premiered on October 3, 2006 and ended on February 9, 2007. A behind-the-scenes introductory special, Atlantika: Ang Lihim ng Karagatan , was aired on October 1, 2006. The...	Vera
Sugo Sugo Sugo, The Chosen One in English, is a fantasy Philippine drama that aired on GMA Network from July 2005 to January 2006 starring Richard Gutierrez.-Plot:...	Rebecca
Now and Forever: Now and Forever (TV series) Now and Forever is a Philippine television series produced by GMA Network. This daytime drama series features different stories every season and showcased some of the network's prime talents. It was launched March 14, 2005 with Mukha as their initial offering and ended November 24, 2006 with Dangal...  Linlang Linlang Linlang is a Philippine television drama and the sixth installment of Now and Forever series. Linlang is a tale of betrayal, heartache and vengeance.- Plot :...	Jane
Love to Love 7: Haunted Love House	Nadia
Bahay Mo Ba 'To	Tingting
Love to Love 2: My 1, 2 Love	Nikki
Love to Love: Maid For Each Other	Jen
Joyride	Lea
Hawak Ko Ang Langit Hawak Ko Ang Langit Hawak Ko Ang Langit is a Philippine television series produced by TAPE, Inc. and aired over GMA Network. Directed by Gina Alajar, Hawak Ko Ang Langit is a compelling tale of love, deception and vengeance.-Plot:...
Click Barkada Hunt Click (Philippine TV series) Click was a teen/youth dramedy show produced and aired in the Philippines from 1999 to 2004 that was platform to the launch of current top young actors...  (2002)	Host/Herself
Maynila Maynila (TV series) Maynila is a television drama that has been broadcast on Philippine television since 1999. Originally aired Mondays-Fridays and 5-day episode per week, it presently became a weekend drama anthology of inspiring stories of people who are having love problems and challenges that affect every...  (2002)	Various
Habang Kapiling Ka Habang Kapiling Ka Habang Kapiling Ka was a Philippine primetime soap opera of GMA 7. Following the success of Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, dramatic actress Angelika dela Cruz led a powerhouse cast which included Albert Martinez, Tonton Gutierrez, Alma Moreno, Chin Chin Gutierrez, Zoren Legaspi, Amy Perez and Victor Neri...  (2002)	Donna Javellana
Campus Romance (2002)	Various
GMA Telecine Specials (2001)	Various
Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin This article is about the 2001 version. For the 2011 version, please see Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin .Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin is a now-defunct Philippine drama/teledrama which was shown on GMA Network in 2000 starring drama actress Angelika dela Cruz...  (2001)	Melanie Fuentebella
Click Click (Philippine TV series) Click was a teen/youth dramedy show produced and aired in the Philippines from 1999 to 2004 that was platform to the launch of current top young actors...  (2000)	Mimi Santiago

As Herself

Title	Role	Network Channel
Party Pilipinas Party Pilipinas Party Pilipinas is a Philippine music variety show broadcasted by GMA Network. The show premiered on 28 March 2010 - replacing the defunct SOP Fully Charged. It also broadcasts worldwide through GMA Pinoy TV.Each week, two teams alternate to give the audience a variety in theme and concepts.Direk...	Guest Performer	GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company...
Diz Iz It	Guest Celebrity Judge
SOP SOP (Sobrang Okey Pare) SOP was a Philippine noontime music/variety show aired by GMA Network. The show airs from 12pm-3pm on Sundays. The show is broadcast from Studio 4 at the GMA Network Studios. The show title stands for "Sobrang Okey, Pare!" a Filipino expression which connotes enjoyment and appreciation of a...	Host
3R	Host
SOP Gigsters SOP Gigsters SOP Gigsters was a musical variety show in the Philippines which featured production numbers from GMA Network's young stars and ran texting promos where viewers had a chance to win gadgets and cash prizes by subscribing through Fanatxt. It also featured guest performers...	Host
StarStruck Stage 1 Live	Host
Click Barkada Hunt CLICK Barkada Hunt Click Barkada Hunt is a Filipino reality show which served as a pre-programming to its mother program, Click. The show ran for less than a season which sought to introduce the newest batch of Click stars. The show is for the publicity purpose of the parent show, Click, only.-Episode 1:Episode One...	Host
5 and Up 5 and Up 5 and Up is a tele-magazine television show for preteens, which aired in the Philippines from May 1992 to July 2002. The program was produced by Probe Productions, Inc...	Host

Filmography

• (2002) Bakit Papa
• (2003) Mano Po 2: My Home
• (2004) Kuya
• (2009) Untitled Indie Film
• (2011) Shake, Rattle & Roll 13