Jon Lucas (actor)

Jon Lucas
Born
Aljhon Andres Lucas

(1995-08-18) August 18, 1995 (age 30)
OccupationActor
Years active2013–2017, 2019–present
Agents

Aljhon Andres "Jon" Lucas (born August 18, 1995) is a Filipino actor who is known for appearing in Got to Believe (2013–14) and Black Rider (2023–24).

Early life and education

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Aljhon Andres Lucas was born on August 18, 1995.[1] Lucas' father is a seller of eyeglasses while his mother is a housewife.[2] He has a younger sister.[2][3]

While he has Taytay, Rizal as his hometown, Lucas grew up in Manila.[2][3] He attended Taytay United Methodist Christian School but dropped out to focus on his acting career.[3]

Career

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Jon Lucas started his acting career when he auditioned for Star Magic in 2012 after his friends convinced him after participating in a pageant in 2010. He was included in the Star Magic Circle Batch 2013 becoming affiliated with ABS-CBN.[4] He became known for his role as Dominic in Got to Believe and also appeared in Kahit Konting Pagtingin and Be Careful with My Heart[3]

He made his debut in film in Saranghaeyo #ewankosau in 2015.[3]

He also became the Hashtags dance group in It's Showtime but was believe to have went on an indefinite leave in October 2017. Showtime choreographer Mickey Perz said in May 2018 that he was suspended as disciplinary action concerning punctuality.[5] Lucas admitted in July 2018, that he was indefinitely suspended after he conceived his first child with his now wife.[6] He formally left Star Magic in June 2019.[7]

Lucas then joined GMA Network signing a contract with the network in June 2019.[5][8] However in mid-2023, Lucas considered going on a hiatus due to the lack of projects until he earned a place in Black Rider. In 2024, he won his first award in acting — the TV Supporting Actor of the Year trophy at the 5th VP Choice Awards[9] He portrayed the antagonistic role of Calvin Magallanes who is a son of a syndicate leader.[10]

Personal life

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Jon Lucas is a member of the Iglesia ni Cristo (INC).[11] He is married to It's Showtime dance Shy Feras and has two children.[8][11] He consults with the INC whenever he does antagonistic roles as an actor.[11]

Filmography

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Films

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Year Title Role
2015 WalangForever Gio
Felix Manalo Bienvenido Manalo
Just The Way You Are Ivan
Saranghaeyo #ewankosau River Mondragon
2016 I Love You to Death Zandro
Higanti Francis
2017 Haunted Forest Andre
Bes and the Beshies Gilbert
2019 Marineros: Men in the Middle of the Sea
Finding You Bryan
2020 Block Z Ivan
2023 Best Man Dan
Voltes V: Legacy – The Cinematic Experience Ignacio
2024 Friendly Fire Aero

Television

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Year Title Role Notes Source
2013 Kahit Konting Pagtingin Eugene Cantada
Wansapanataym Gary Episode Guest: "Mommy On Duty"
2013–2014 Got to Believe Dominic Zaragoza Recurring Cast
2013–2019 ASAP Himself / Performer
2014 Maalaala Mo Kaya Dandy Episode Guest: "Orasan"
Ipaglaban Mo Edmond's Friend Episode Guest: "Lalaban Ang Tatay Para Sa'Yo"
Credited as "Jon Lucas"
Wansapanataym Marvin Episode Guest: "Witch-A-Makulit" (Parts 1 & 7)
Sana Bukas pa ang Kahapon Jester
Be Careful With My Heart Michael Guest Cast
Home Sweetie Home Luke Recurring Cast
Maalaala Mo Kaya Joshua Palma Episode Guest: "Nurse Cap"
2015 Luv U Gardo
Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal Himself - Lucky Stars (No. 5)
Ipaglaban Mo Tupi Episode Guest: "Ang Bintang Mo Sa Akin"
Maalaala Mo Kaya RJ Episode Guest: "Computer Shop"
Ipaglaban Mo Joaquin's Cousin Episode Guest: "Kapalit ng Pag-ibig"
Maalaala Mo Kaya Thomas Episode Guest: "Banana Split"
2015–2018 It's Showtime Himself / Hashtag Member
2016 We Will Survive Harold Briones
Maalaala Mo Kaya Younger Jack Episode Guest: "Gitara"
Eric Episode Guest: "Halo-Halo"
2017, 2022 FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (season 3 & 9) Younger Renato Hipolito Special Participation
2018 Maalaala Mo Kaya Mark Episode Guest: "Bibliya"
Pipit Episode Guest: "Skateboard"
Ipaglaban Mo Vince Episode Guest: "Diploma"
Tonyo Episode Guest: "Sumpaan"
2019 Maalaala Mo Kaya Jun Manzo Episode Guest: "Jersey"
Ipaglaban Mo Miguel Episode Guest: "Ingrata"
Dear Uge Vince Episode Guest: "Mid Life Tsismis"
2020 Tagisan Ng Galing: Part 2 Host
Dear Uge Cloyd Episode Guest: "Sistering"
Descendants of the Sun Staff Sergeant Benjo Tamayo
Pepito Manaloto Lorenzo Episode Guest: "Pagod"
Tadhana Ramil Episode Guest: "Hindi pa huli ang umibig" (Parts 1 & 2)
2021 First Yaya Titus De Villa
Wish Ko Lang! Episode Guest: "Killer Yaya"
Pepito Manaloto (Ang Unang Kuwento) Jason Episode Guest: "Pugo"
Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko Alex Episode Guest: "Oh My Oppa" (New Boyfie, Meet Up)
(Confession, True Love)
2022 Magpakailanman Erwin Episode Guest: "Liwanag ng Bituin"
Wish Ko Lang! Episode Guest: "Babaeng Kandila"
First Lady Titus De Villa
Tadhana Rommel Episode Guest: "The Wedding"
Magpakailanman Marlon Episode Guest: "Ampon man sa iyong paningin"
Tadhana Tristan Episode Guest: "Heredera" (Parts 1 & 2)
Abot-Kamay na Pangarap Timothy "Tim" Campos
Magpakailanman Lyndon Episode Guest: "Listen to My Heart" (Part 1 & 2)
2023 Voltes V: Legacy RS Ignacio
Hearts on Ice Younger Gerald
Maria Clara at Ibarra Juanito Pelaez
Pepito Manaloto (Tuloy ang kuwento) David Ortega Episode Guest: "VIP"
Tadhana Meynard Episode Guest: "Reunion" (Parts 1 & 3)
Magpakailanman Andres Episode Guest: "Almost A Champion"
Pinoy Crime Stories Matnog Episode Guest: "Bata sa sako"
2023–2024 Black Rider Calvin Yuzon-Magallanes / Abel Rodriguez / Dindo Chen
2024 Magpakailanman Michael Episode Guest: "Abused, and Raped"
Lilet Matias: Attorney-at-Law Kenneth Briones
Regal Studio Presents Omar Episode Guest: "Stuck on You"
Tadhana Kenny Episode Guest: "Sino Si Alice?" (Parts 1 & 3)
Wish Ko Lang! Jomar Episode Guest: "Ang Kabit Ni Mister, at kay Misis"
2024–2025 Walang Matigas na Pulis sa Matinik na Misis
2025 Lolong: Bayani ng Bayan Lizardo
Slay Byron Alvarez
Maka Tristan Episode Guest: "Chanty / Paubaya"
Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre Daron
Wish Ko Lang! Tonyo Episode Guest: "Tunay Na Ganda"

References

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  1. ^ Ramos, Jansen (August 18, 2020). "Jon Lucas wishes for long life on 25th birthday". GMA Entertainment. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  2. ^ a b c "Jon Lucas, nag-iipon para sa pag-aaral ng kapatid" [Jon Lucas, saves for sibling's education]. Balita (in Filipino). Manila Bulletin. April 19, 2016. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  3. ^ a b c d e Obeso, John Dante (January 29, 2015). "Teen actor on the rise". The Philippine Star (in English and Filipino). Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  4. ^ Benedicto, Rizza Lorraine. "Meet Star Magic Circle 2013". PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Archived from the original on March 10, 2014. Retrieved March 10, 2014.
  5. ^ a b Guno, Niña (July 3, 2019). "Jon Lucas 'grateful and blessed' for transfer to GMA". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  6. ^ Serato, Arnieel (July 24, 2018). "Hashtag Jon Lucas admits he's now a father and a married man". PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  7. ^ "Jon Lucas, nagpasalamat sa 6 na taon sa Star Magic". Balita. Manila Bulletin. June 20, 2019. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  8. ^ a b Franco, Bernie (September 6, 2019). "Jon Lucas on decision to transfer to GMA-7: "Marami akong kailangang buhayin."". PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  9. ^ Donato, Jerry (June 18, 2024). "Jon Lucas reflects on first award after over a decade in acting". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  10. ^ Donato, Jerry (June 12, 2024). "Jon Lucas has fun playing the villain in 'Black Rider'". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
  11. ^ a b c "Jon Lucas, may consideration sa pagpili ng villain roles" [Jon Lucas, has considerations for villain roles]. PEP.ph (in Filipino). Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. October 4, 2024. Retrieved November 18, 2025.
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