Kurt Perez: Life After Fame For The Beloved Filipino Child Actor

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By David

Kurt Perez is a cute little child actor from the Philippines. He started rising very fast, even as a child. He became the ultimate male survivor in the famous TV show StarStruck Kids, catapulting him into the world of acting.

Talent came bursting from various roles. Kurt played young Aguiluz in the TV series “Mulawin” because of the nomination he received for Best Child Actor at FAMAS Awards due to his film “La Visa Loca”. It had all been good omens of things to come for him in the field of show business.

Though his reign in front of the camera was short-lived, Kurt Perez had so much impact on Philippine television and film that no one can forget him.

Biographical Overview

Name:Kurt Perez
BirthdayDecember 1, 1997
Age27
Birth LocationCabanatuan City, Philippines
EthnicityAsian
NationalityFilipino
ReligionN/A
Zodiac signSagittarius
Net WorthN/A
Height5 ft 8 in
Weight154 pounds
OccupationStudent/Former Child Actor
InstagramN/A

Who is Kurt Perez?

Kurt Isaiah Perez is a Filipino retired child actor. He is the youngest of three siblings. Kurt’s parents are Erwin Perez and Arlene Marcelo.

This young man’s rise to fame started when he won a certain TV talent show called “StarStruck Kids” back in 2004. At that time, that show was huge in the Philippines, and he was just so charming to watch on screens.

This big win saw Kurt start to appear in numerous popular shows. He led in the show “Mulawin” and acted in a film called “La Visa Loca.” All these also helped him gain further fame in his home country.

As he finally grew up, life took an absolute U-turn: he decided to let go of acting and began focusing on his studies. He even went as far as to attend college in Brisbane, Australia, studying accounting and data sciences.

It was very interesting the way Kurt went from being a TV star into the world of numbers and computers. His story just pinpoints that people take twists in their lives even though they get early success in life.

Early Life

Kurt Isaiah Perez was born in Cabanatuan City, Philippines, on December 1, 1997. He grew up in the province of Nueva Ecija, which is well-acknowledged for its rice fields and amiable people.

Kurt is the youngest of three siblings born to Arlene Marcelo and Erwin Perez, who showered him with love and raised him with continuous support. They continuously supported his dreams and celebrated his talents.

This little boy had energy beaming out with a grin on his face. He enjoyed playing with his brothers and making new playmates in the neighborhood. As described, he was full of life, and outgoing, which later served as a good help in his acting career.

Kurt received his first education at Angelicum College, and from the very beginning, he showed himself as an industrious pupil, interested in everything surrounding him. Teachers always valued his curiosity and diligence.

Kurt internet in acting and performing began when he was still very young. By doing little performances for the family by just making them laugh, seemed to be his thing. Well, little did they know that was just the beginning.

Early Career

Kurt Perez entered show business when he was still a small boy. In the year 2003, he got the chance to appear in several commercial advertisements together with the famous actress Sharon Cuneta for “Colgate Toothpaste”. That was his first taste of the limelight.

His big break came in 2004 when Kurt joined the reality TV show StarStruck Kids, which was on aired over GMA Network. This reality show was a search for the new young stars. He topped the competition and became the Ultimate Male Survivor of the said show.

The winning of the show StarStruck Kids marked the real beginning of Kurt’s career. He began appearing on both television and movies. Some of the series he appeared in include:

  • Mulawin
  • Eat Bulaga!
  • QTV

At the same time, the film world beckoned. He acted alongside Robin Padilla and Rufa Mae Quinto in “La Visa Loca.” Kurt won FAMAS Best Child Actor in this film. What an excellent recognition it was for a budding talent like him.

Being a child star, Kurt had been exposed to different famous Filipino actors: Richard Gutierrez, Angel Locsin, and Dennis Trillo. All those experiences put him through growth and learning from the best in the industry.

Kurt Parez
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What is Kurt Perez’s Height and Weight?

He is approximately 5 feet and 8 inches, or roughly 173 centimeters, in height. He should fall within the regular charts for height for his age.

Kurt weighs about 70 kgs, about 154 pounds. For that weight, he is a young man, with a healthy constitution, agreeably.

He was born in December, making him a Sagittarius, and people with this particular sign are often described as energetic and adventurous spirits.

Not exactly a chip off the old block at 27, Kurt’s barely recognizable from his early days as a child actor. It is fun looking at what he has gone through since he first appeared on television!

Although details about Kurt’s workout may remain a little in the dark, one thing is for sure-he takes good care of his health. The height and weight measurements are just right for his body.

Is Kurt Perez Married?

The marital status of Kurt Perez is not known yet. Keeping his life pretty much a secret, it cannot be said if Kurt Perez is married or in any relationship.

As an infant, Kurt gained fame with a Filipino talent show and afterward moved to Australia to pursue further studies after his acting days were over. That big move might have messed up his personal life.

Many child stars grapple with the intensity of the spotlight as they mature. Kurt may be deliberately shielding his personal life from view. Without additional information, it’s difficult to determine with certainty.

For now, it would remain a mystery to the fans of the former StarStruck Kids champion about Kurt’s relationship status. He has kept that part of his life incognito!

Kurt Perez’s Net Worth.

It is quite impossible to estimate how much is Kurt Perez’s net worth. He was an actor in the Philippines, and there, he might get some money, but not right now since he hasn’t acted in several years.

Nowadays, Kurt is no longer in the show business. He relocated to Australia for school. It is not certain what has he been doing lately or how he has been earning his keep.

Not all child actors become rich adults. Sometimes they spend their money immediately; sometimes they throw it into a savings account. Without recent information from Kurt regarding his career, it’s hard to determine what his current financial state is.

Social Media

As a child actor, Kurt Perez had never been open to social media; he doesn’t have any open accounts on both Instagram and Twitter.

His Wikipedia, though, gives a hint at his acting life and does not state anything about much of his life in the present moments.

Future Prospects and Vision

Kurt Perez proved his potential as a child actor, but what does the future hold for this little shining star? Will he continue to associate with the same industry or take some other turn?

Some believe that Kurt may enter another sphere of activity: he can tell young actors about his life experience. Probably, he can already start working behind the scenes in show business now.

Of course, nobody knows what Kurt will eventually do, but the fact that he is a child actor will be a part of his story, and perhaps even an inspiration for some to pursue their own acting goals.