# Phytos Ramirez

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Filipino actor and model

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Phytos Ramirez Born Neofytos Tuddao Kyriacou (1995-07-18) July 18, 1995 (age 30) Athens, Greece Other name Phytos Kyriacou Occupations Actor model endorser host entrepreneur Years active 2001–present Agents Star Magic (2010–2014) Sparkle GMA Artist Center (2014–21) Known for Encantadia Height 6 ft 0 in (183 cm) Spouse Cherry Lou (m. 2024) Children 3

**Neofytos Tuddao Kyriacou** ([Greek](/source/Greek_language): Νεόφυτος Κυριάκου; born July 18, 1995), professionally known by his stage name **Phytos Ramirez**,[1] is a Filipino actor, model, host, and entrepreneur. He is known for his involvement in the *[Encantadia](/source/Encantadia)* franchise, where he appeared in both [2005](/source/Encantadia_(2005_TV_series)) and [2016](/source/Encantadia_(2016_TV_series)) iterations.

## Personal life and career

Ramirez was born in Athens, Greece, to a Greek father and a Filipino mother. He immigrated to the Philippines at a young age and grew up in [San Mateo, Rizal](/source/San_Mateo%2C_Rizal). He started for modeling in [television advertisements](/source/Television_advertisement) and made his acting debut via the late [Eddie Garcia](/source/Eddie_Garcia)-directed film *[Abakada... Ina](/source/Abakada..._Ina)* in 2001.[2]

He first appeared on television via [ABS-CBN](/source/ABS-CBN)'s drama series *[Hiram](/source/Hiram_(TV_series))* in 2004.[1] Ramirez guested on [GMA Network](/source/GMA_Network)'s fantasy series *[Encantadia](/source/Encantadia_(2005_TV_series))* as the young version of [Mark Herras](/source/Mark_Herras)' character Anthony.[3]

Ramirez took a temporary hiatus from showbiz to focus on his studies and later returned on 2010 via *[Basahang Ginto](/source/Basahang_Ginto)*.[2] The same year, He signed a contract with [Star Magic](/source/Star_Magic) and appeared in some of [ABS-CBN](/source/ABS-CBN)'s dramas, including the remakes of their classics *[Mara Clara](/source/Mara_Clara_(2010_TV_series)) and* *[Mula sa Puso](/source/Mula_sa_Puso_(2011_TV_series))*.

Ramirez marked his comeback on GMA Network in 2014 via *[Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw](/source/Paraiso_Ko'y_Ikaw)*.[2]

On December 8, 2016, he opened a [food stall](/source/Food_booth) business called *Zorpas Greek Food*, located in [Marikina](/source/Marikina).[4]

After his stint in the original series, Ramirez returned to the *[Encantadia](/source/Encantadia)* franchise on February 27, 2017, where he portrayed the grown up Paopao in the [2016 remake](/source/Encantadia_(2016_TV_series)).[3]

Ramirez started hosting in *[Unang Hirit](/source/Unang_Hirit)* and appeared in more of GMA's programs including *[Contessa](/source/Contessa_(TV_series))*, *[Madrasta](/source/Madrasta_(TV_series))*, and [GTV](/source/GTV_(Philippine_TV_network))'s *[The Lost Recipe](/source/The_Lost_Recipe)*, which was previously aired on [GMA News TV](/source/GMA_News_TV).

After years of being a Roman Catholic, he converted and became a born-again Christian on November 23, 2017.[5] In September 2020, Ramirez revealed his relationship with singer-actress [Cherry Lou](/source/Cherry_Lou)[6] Despite Lou's marriage to actor [Michael Agassi](/source/Carlos_Agassi), Ramirez and Lou welcomed their first child together in 2021.[7] The couple were married in 2024.[\[1\]](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DBlSdAfS0Li/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)

## Filmography

### Television

Year Title Role 2021 Stories From The Heart: Never Say Goodbye Joshua Quinto The Lost Recipe Tom 2021 Dear Uge: Tom and Journey Randy 2019–2020 Madrasta David Generoso 2019 Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: My Vampire Love Luther Tadhana: Sanib Troy Magpakailanman: Beki Basketball Beauties MC Dragon Lady Lee (uncredited) Stories for the Soul: The Bad Sam Daniel TODA One I Love EncanTODA (uncredited) Dear Uge: It's Complicated Froilan 2018 Magpakailanman: Little People, Big Winners Raffy Maynila: I Love You Not Miguel My Special Tatay Jeff Dear Uge: Un-Ex-pected Love Dennis Tadhana: DH for Sale Yousef Wagas: Pag-Ibig at Lagim Rey Maynila: Twist of Fate Jhemel / Erwin Contessa Winston Mallari Wagas: Baliw na Puso Jerry Magpakailanman: My Nanay and I Oscar 2017 Wagas: Sa Kabila ng Lahat Topoy Magpakailanman: Kuwentong Marawi sa Mata ng Isang Sundalo - The PFC Jomille Pavia Story Capt. Dela Cruz Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: Alamat ni Bernardo Carpio Biento Wish Ko Lang: Mag-ina Lester Maynila: Opposites Attract JM Enriquez Alyas Robin Hood Kevin G.R.I.N.D. Get Ready It's a New Day Alfred Road Trip Himself / Guest Trops Diego Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko: The Toy Soldier and Ballerina Doll Love Story Bobot Unang Hirit Himself / co-host Imbestigador: Monica Lawrence Simbul Encantadia Paopao Imbestigador: Chop Chop Lady Alvin Delos Angeles Wish Ko Lang!: Secret Singer Willie Magpakailanman: Justice for the Battered Child Angelo Maynila: New Beginnings Andre 2016 Magpakailanman: Ang Sundalong Magiting PVC Lorenzo Oh, My Mama! Justin Gutierrez Magpakailanman: Sa Kabila ng Lahat, Ikaw Pa Rin Arman Maynila: My Destiny Carlo Once Again young Lukas Carbonnel Maynila: Beki Moves Gibo Maynila: Love Your Enemy Andrew 2015 Dangwa Dante Arrozaga (formerly uncredited) Wagas: Kulam at Pag-Ibig Tony Wattpad Presents: My Chinito Jonathan Magpakailanman: Ina ko, Bugaw ko Chris Maynila: Copy Cat Love Randy Magpakailanman: Sex Slave: Anak, Pinabayaan ng Ina? - The Belen and Ayen Story Cliff Louie Let the Love Begin Rafael "Uno" Fernandez / Fake DJ 1D Maynila: Magpakatotoo ka, teh! Luigi 2014 Seasons of Love: BF for Hire, GF for Life Julian Abela Maynila: You're Beautiful Gerald Reyes Magpakailanman: Ama ko, Mahal ko: The Kim Fajardo Story Addict Maynila: Of Love & Second Chances Maynila: Misyon ng Puso Jesse Magpakailanman: Barangay Cybersex: The Jenna Espinosa Story Albert Paraiso Ko'y Ikaw Brix Illustre/Brix Castillo 2012–2013 Princess and I Dasho Pelden (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) 2012 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Komiks King (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) E-Boy Pugo (uncredited) 2011 Guns and Roses young King Santana (uncredited) Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kuweba Kadir (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) Mula sa Puso Neil (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) 2010–2011 Mara Clara Miguel "Migs" Soriano (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) 2006 Gulong ng Palad young Carding Medel (uncredited; as Phytos Kyriacou) 2005 Encantadia young Anthony 2004 Hiram

### Movies

Year Title Role 2015 Haunted Mansion Jack 2009 Limos 2008 Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat Shammy's Friend (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) 2007 The Promise young Jason (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) 2004 Masikip sa Dibdib Boogie (credited as Phytos Kyriacou) 2001 Tatarin[2] Abakada... Ina

## Awards and nominations

Award ceremony Year Category Nominee(s)/work(s) Result Ref. RAWR Awards 2020 Beshie Ng Taon "Madrasta" Nominated [8]

## See also

- [John Manalo](/source/John_Manalo)

- [Greek settlement in the Philippines](/source/Greek_settlement_in_the_Philippines)

## References

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:2_1-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:2_1-1) ["Star Magic - ABS-CBN"](https://web.archive.org/web/20150606204609/http://starmagic.abs-cbn.com/talents/profile/phytos--kyriacou.html). Archived from [the original](http://starmagic.abs-cbn.com/talents/profile/phytos--kyriacou.html) on 2015-06-06. Retrieved 2015-06-06.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:0_2-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:0_2-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-:0_2-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-:0_2-3) ["Phytos Ramirez finds his paradise in showbiz | GMA Entertainment"](https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/tv/paraiso_koy_ikaw/9769/phytos-ramirez-finds-his-paradise-in-showbiz/story?amp). *www.gmanetwork.com*. Retrieved 2022-11-14.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-:1_3-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-:1_3-1) Anarcon, James Patrick. ["Encantadia 2005 cast member Phytos Ramirez joins 2016 version as grown-up Paopao"](https://www.pep.ph/guide/tv/25644/emencantadiaem-2005-cast-member-phytos-ramirez-joins-2016-version-as-grown-up-paopao). *PEP.ph*. Retrieved 2022-11-14.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** ["Phytos Ramirez opens food stall in Marikina"](https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/showbiznews/news/27448/phytos-ramirez-opens-food-stall-in-marikina/story). *www.gmanetwork.com*. Retrieved 2022-11-14.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["TRIVIA: Celebs who converted to another religion | Celebrity Life"](https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/celebritylife/news/5238/bigswitch-23-celebs-na-pinili-magpalit-ng-relihiyon/photo). GMA Network. 2016-08-17. Retrieved 2019-11-16.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** Franco, Bernie V. (February 2, 2021). ["Cherry Lou, 38, reveals relationship with GMA actor Phytos Ramirez, 25"](https://www.pep.ph/news/local/156457/cherry-lou-phytos-ramirez-relationship-a717-20210202). *Philippine Entertainment Portal*. Retrieved February 4, 2021.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** ["Phytos Ramirez and Cherry Lou welcome first child"](https://www.gmanetwork.com/entertainment/showbiznews/news/81934/phytos-ramirez-and-cherry-lou-welcome-first-child/story).

1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** ["VOTE NOW! RAWR AWARDS 2020"](https://www.lionheartv.net/rawrawards2020/). *lionheartv.net*. 19 October 2020. Retrieved 2020-11-12.

## External links

- [Phytos Ramirez](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2718761/) at [IMDb](/source/IMDb_(identifier))

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