Jillian Ward

Jillian Ward has evolved from a recognized child actress to a prominent figure in Philippine entertainment, known for her diverse roles and engaging screen presence. After gaining widespread recognition for her captivating portrayal of Gertrudis ‘Trudis’ Capili in GMA Network’s television remake of ‘Trudis Liit’ in 2010, Jillian Ward quickly established herself as a notable child star in Philippine entertainment. Her career began with a commercial for Promil Pre-school, followed by early acting roles including Daldanika in ‘The Last Prince’ and Bebeng in ‘Si Agimat at si Enteng Kabisote,’ both in 2010. Demonstrating versatility, Ward starred as Ahnia in the 2011 film ‘Aswang.’ Her early work earned significant industry recognition, including the Most Popular Female Child Performer award at the 2011 Box Office Entertainment Awards, New Female TV Personality at the Star Awards for Television in 2011 for ‘Trudis Liit,’ and Movie Child Performer of the Year at the 2012 Star Awards for Movies for ‘Aswang.’ Ward continued to expand her acting portfolio with diverse and demanding roles.

Her multifaceted career has continued to garner accolades, with a German Moreno Youth Achievement Award at the FAMAS Awards in 2023, and recognition as Most Remarkable Actress of the Year at the Asia Pacific Luminare Awards in 2023. Most recently, Jillian Ward was honored as Daytime TV Actress of the Year at the 2024 Box Office Entertainment Awards, underscoring her ongoing impact in the industry. She remains an active and prominent figure in entertainment, with upcoming film projects slated for release in 2025, including roles in ‘JMS’ Gabi ng Lagim: The Movie’ and ‘My Ilonggo Girl.’