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PUBLISHED ARTICLE #2

https://push.abs-cbn.com/2020/6/18/fresh-scoops/get-to-know-kokoy-de-santos-and-why-he-might-just-29295

Exclusively interviewed Kokoy de Santos and used the stories he told me as prompter to come up with a feature that showcases why he is worthy to be the next big star.

Get to know Kokoy de Santos—and why he might just be your next celebrity crush!

by Thesia May M. Molines

Rising actor Kokoy de Santos sparked the interest of the masses with his looks and bubbly personality. He was even dubbed as the Noah Centineo of the Philippines. As charming as he is, this hottie proved that he is more than meets the eye.

Kokoy de Santos first made noise on social media when snippets from his upcoming BL series, Oh, Mando! started circulating online early this year. Since then, people wanted to learn more about him.

StarStudio.ph was given the opportunity to interview the young actor to get to know him even more.

Here are reasons why Kokoy de Santos is worth adding to your list of celebrity crushes:

He’s a family guy

Ronald De Santos Jr., fondly known as Kokoy, is a 21-year-old Caviteno. He spent his childhood in General Trias, Cavite. However, having roots in Catanauan, Quezon. His family goes there from time to time.

He recalled one of the fondest memories he had when they visited their province. The actor said, “Naalala ko dati sa Catanauan, may mga kaibigan kasi ako doon. Hindi alam ng nanay ko na sumama ako sa kanila. Nakarating kami [sa] kung saang lupalop sa bukid pero ‘kala talaga ng nanay ko, umabot na ako ng bukid as in liblib na talaga.”

“Tapos ang nakakatawa pa doon, hindi ko kilala mga sinamahan ko, kasing edaran ko. Akala ko alam nila, so pag-uwi ko di pala nila alam. Nagpapanic na sila,” he added.

Although it is evident on his social media accounts, his close relationship with his family is worth mentioning. Whenever he makes decisions, he has to hear his mother’s opinion first. He disclosed, “Lahat kami kahit ‘yung kapatid ko na isa, kahit may anak na. Hindi kami makakapag-decide ng sarili namin hangga’t hindi namin naririnig ‘yung thought ng magulang namin. Kung hindi approved, kahit pa buong-buo na ‘yung desisyon namin, (hindi approved).”

Apart from his closeness with his parents and four other siblings, Kokoy adores his grandparents as well. He spilled some details about his bonding moments with them. “Madalas ko kinukulayan ang buhok nito kasi syempre tumatanda na, nagkakaroon na ng mga uban.”

Kokoy would also tease his grandmother whenever she refuses to retouch her gray hair. “La, hindi po pwedeng ganon. Kailangan, bagets tayo.”

A dreamer fueled by perseverance

Ever since he was a child, Kokoy de Santos already had a passion for acting. He said, “Bata palang ako interesado na ako diyan. Meron pa noong bata raw ako, pinipilit ko daw ipasok ulo ko sa loob ng TV. Gusto ko talaga pumasok.”

To boost his confidence, Kokoy started joining pageants. He recalled how he was discovered when he joined the Little Earth Angel. “Ako representative namin dito sa Cavite. So laban-laban Calabarzon, eh nanalo ako. Kumbaga, naka-tsamba. So next, buong Pilipinas na. Ayun nanalo ako, tapos may lumalapit sakin after ng coronation. Nag-scout siya for TV commercials. Awa ng Diyos, unang VTR ko, natanggap naman ako.”

Now that he is starting to make a name for himself, Kokoy aspires to be the best version of himself. He constantly ponders what other things he can offer to his fans. “Taon-taon may mga lumalabas na bagong artista. Kumbaga, ano ‘yung bagong mao-offer mo? Ano yung mao-offer mo sa madla na wala sa iba?”

Dedicated to his craft

Just like any other aspiring star, Kokoy had his fair share of rejections. He said, “Kasali ‘yun eh. Hindi pwedeng hindi ka mare-reject.”

Armed with passion and dedication for his craft, Kokoy accepted these rejections with open arms, knowing there is something out there that is truly meant for him.

“Accept lang. Kumbaga, accept mo lang na hindi para sa’yo ‘yan. Kung para sa’yo talaga yan ibibigay sa’yo. Eh ako naman syempre masunurin ako nakikinig naman ako, kahit naman alam mo minsan andoon na eh. Malapit na eh. Makukuha ko na eh. Eh wala eh, hindi talaga para sa ’kin.”

Kokoy de Santos also shared that whenever he accepts a role, he doesn’t just focus on the character he is about to portray. He makes it a point to acquaint himself with the material—one of which is his role in F#*@bois as Miko.

“Bago ko tanggapin yung role, tinanong ako kung kaya ko ba. Unang pumasok sa isip ko, well, andoon ‘yung takot at kaba, pero oo agad ako kasi napakadaming bagay, para alam mo ‘yun, para umu-oo. Materyal, ‘yung ganda ng script, ‘yung direktor pa, so talagang hindi ako nag-alinlangan.”’

His new ‘game’

Now, his hard work finally paid off. Kokoy de Santos is now making a name for himself, as he stars in the hit BL series, Gameboys. Giving life to the role of Gavreel Alarcon, an online gamer who has feelings for his opponent Cairo Lazaro (played by Elijah Canlas), this series (produced by the IdeaFirst Company) follows Gavreel and Cairo's story, and how their lives changed after an online game. Little did they know—it would be the start of a nakakakilig journey for the both of them.

After finishing a couple of talked-about episodes, the series has gained support from netizens. Gameboys fans stan them on Twitter and other social media platforms, and they can't stop gushing over CaiReel's chemistry.

His faith in the Lord

Apart from his eagerness to succeed in life, what keeps him going is his ever-supportive family and his faith in God.

He disclosed, “Number 1 ‘yung family ko, kasi alam ko naniniwala sila sa kung anong meron ako. May mga times na nado-down pero and’yan sila para i-support ako.”

Kokoy also mentioned that his faith to the Man above also gives him solace during times he’s filled with doubts. “Si God siguro kumbaga sa lahat ng bagay, Inaalay ko sa kanya nagpe-pray ako. ‘Binigay mo ba sa akin to?’ kasi mamaya diba? Sinasabi ko, ‘tatanggapin ko lang ‘to ha?’”

Did you know that he can cook?

That’s right, girls! Another thing to fawn over about Kokoy aside from his quirky personality is his talent for cooking.

Kokoy is a graduate of Chef Logro's Institute of Culinary & Kitchen Services based in Cavite.

He is fond of cooking even when he was a kid. He shared, “Bata pa lang, mahilig na ako mag-eksperimento ng kung ano-ano eh, suportado ako ng nanay ko at ate.”

However, his acting career had to take a back seat temporarily so he can focus on his studies. “Noong time na kumuha ako ng kulinarya, medyo huminto muna ako sa showbiz. Focus muna ako doon kasi, ano, two years lang naman eh. Hindi muna ako halos tumatanggap ng project. Kasi sabi ko, tatapusin ko muna.”

He will wow you with his dancing skills

You’ve probably seen his TikTok videos circulating online, aside from posting his bonding moments with his niece, Kokoy also loves to showcase his talent in dancing. According to him, he’s been into dancing ever since he was a child.

“Bata palang hilig ko na talaga ang pagsasayaw. Siguro mga 3 or 4? Alam mo ‘yun, kahit wala pa talaga akong alam. Basta nag-eenjoy ako basta sumasayaw ako,” the young actor shared.

Kokoy de Santos during quarantine

Kokoy de Santos is also worried about the effects of the virus that is currently threatening the entire globe.

As a celebrity who uses his voice in his platform to raise awareness, Kokoy shared the tips they practice inside their household to avoid the spread of the virus. The actor said, “Mine-make sure namin na magbabalik ‘yung [quarantine pass], ikakabit ‘yun at ‘yung nakatoka na ‘yun. Maligo agad, para safe kami.”

He also encouraged them to always be armed with necessities used to combat the virus. “Mag-face mask at alcohol kasi hindi tayo pwede maging kampante. Sa nangyayari ngayon hindi naman bumaba 'yung kaso eh, gano'n pa din, kaya nakakatakot.”

While he is well aware of the gravity of the situation, Kokoy is making the most of his time to bond with his family. Now that everyone temporarily slowed down their fast-paced life, Kokoy realized the value of time with his family. Kokoy explained, “Mare-realize mo ‘yung halaga ng oras kasi dati syempre lagi kang nasa work, ngayon talagang nakakapag-bonding kayo.”

Being the loving son that he is, Kokoy tries to help out with the chores. He shared,

“Minsan naghuhugas ako, nagwawalis, nagdidilig, actually lahat nga lalo pa ngayon na wala naman ginagawa, wala naman trabaho, so ‘yun nasa bahay ka lang. Tulong-tulong lang diba? Kami-kami lang din naman nandito.”

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