Ellen Adarna is a Filipino former actress, model, and internet celebrity, widely recognized for her contributions to the entertainment industry and her captivating presence in various media. Born into a prominent family that owns a chain of hotels and motels, including Queensland and Madonna, Ellen has always been in the public eye. Her family also owns the Temple of Leah, built in honor of her late grandmother.

Ellen began her career as a gravure model, gracing the covers of numerous magazines such as Candy, FHM, Esquire, UNO, Preview, Speed, and Women’s Health. She transitioned into acting with her debut in the long-running Philippine television gag show “Bubble Gang,” where she was a regular cast member until 2013. Her role in the show contributed to its success and popularity, earning several awards, including Best Gag Television Series.

Her film debut came with a minor role in “Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote” (2010), followed by roles in “Captain Barbell” (2011) and “Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Doubles Showdown” (2011). Ellen continued to build her acting portfolio with appearances in “Tween Academy: Class of 2012,” “Boy Pick-Up: The Movie” (2012), and “Indio” (2013).

Ellen’s major break came with the indie film “Ang Tag-Araw ni Twinkle” and the horror movie “Basement” (2014). In 2013, she signed a contract with ABS-CBN’s Star Magic, becoming a Kapamilya star. She appeared in “The Singing Bee” (2014) and “ASAP” (2014–present), and gained further recognition in the sci-fi romance series “Moon of Desire” (2014).

Ellen also starred in “My Illegal Wife” and “Beauty in a Bottle” (2014), and was critically acclaimed for her role in the primetime drama “Pasión de Amor” (2015-2016). She continued her career with notable performances in “The Greatest Love” (2016) and “Langit Lupa.”

Since 2018, Ellen Adarna has been on hiatus from the entertainment industry, focusing on her personal life and other ventures.