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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Arevalo and the surname or paternal family name is Ignacio.
Arnell Ignacio
Ignacio in 2019.
Administrator of Overseas Workers Welfare Administration
In office
August 10, 2022 – May 16, 2025
PresidentBongbong Marcos
Preceded byHans Leo J. Cacdac
Succeeded byPatricia Yvonne Caunan
Deputy Executive Director and Deputy Administrator of Overseas Workers Welfare Administration
In office
January 25, 2018 – February 26, 2019
PresidentRodrigo Duterte
Assistant Vice President for Community Relation and Services Department of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation
In office
July 7, 2016 – January 25, 2018
PresidentRodrigo Duterte
Personal details
Born
Arnaldo Arevalo Ignacio

(1964-03-17) March 17, 1964 (age 61)
Philippines
Political partyIndependent (2009–present)
Other political
affiliations		LDP (2004–2009)
Spouse
Frannie Ignacio
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(m. 2004)​
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Children1
OccupationActor, singer, comedian, host

Arnaldo Arevalo Ignacio[2] (born March 17, 1964), known professionally as Arnell Ignacio, is a Filipino television personality, actor, singer-songwriter, and public official.

Television career

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Ignacio has hosted several shows, like Chibugan Na!, Kwarta o Kahon, GoBingo, Katok Mga Misis, and K! The 1 Million Peso Videoke Challenge, and occasional hosts for ASAP and Wil Time Bigtime. He also guest judged for Kakaibang Idol, a special edition of Philippine Idol which was held for contestants with the most notable auditions.[3]

Politics and government

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In 2004, he declined offers to run as the running mate of former Mayor Mel Mathay,[4] but later vied for a city council seat in Quezon City's 4th district.

Ignacio (left) and President Bongbong Marcos (center) attending the funeral of Jullebee Ranara in Las Piñas on January 30, 2023

In 2016, he was appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte as Assistant Vice President for Community Relation and Services Department of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR).[5] He served in PAGCOR until January 2018 when he was transferred to the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) to serve as a deputy executive director and deputy administrator.[6] He resigned from his post in February 2019 reportedly for personal reasons.[7][8]

In 2022, Ignacio was appointed by President Bongbong Marcos as the new administrator of OWWA.[9] But in May 2025, he was dismissed from the same position due to loss of trust and confidence following his involvement in a P1.4-billion land acquisition deal intended for the accommodation of Overseas Filipino Workers that was allegedly acquired without the required legal approval and authorization of OWWA's Board of Trustees.[10]

Filmography

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Television

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Year Title Role
Chibugan Na! Host
Actually, Yun Na! Host
Family Kuarta o Kahon Host
1995–1998 Katok Mga Misis Host
Ober Da Bakod
1996–1999; 2008 GoBingo Host
Golympics Host
Brunch Co-host
Hiwalay Kung Hiwalay Daw
Comedy Central Market Host
Text Game Show
Cooking.Com Host
2002–2004 K! The 1 Million Peso Videoke Challenge Host
2004–2005 MTB: Ang Saya-Saya Host
Wowowee Himself
2006–2007 Now Na! Host
Shall We Dance: The Celebrity Dance Challenge Co-host
Shall We Dance: The Stars Are Back Co-host
2006 I Luv NY Chichi Florence LaRoux
2007 Stars on Ice Host
2007 Mga Mata ni Anghelita Manager / Madam
All Star K!: The 1 Million Peso Videoke Challenge Host
2009 Daisy Siete: Kambalilong Various
Quickfire: 10 Minute Kitchen Wonders Guest appearance
2009–2010 Sana Ngayong Pasko Wanda
Wil Time Bigtime Host
The Jose and Wally Show Starring Vic Sotto
Game 'N Go Host
The Amazing Race Philippines Leg 1 only: Quizmaster of the Ikot Detour choice.
Solved na Solved Host
The Singing Bee Himself/Guest
Sunday PinaSaya Melody
Dear Uge
Digong Hotline 8888 Host
Magandang Buhay Himself
The Boobay and Tekla Show Himself
Arnelli in da Haus Host

Film

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Year Title Producer Role
Isang Araw Lang Breakthrough and Milestones Productions International[11] Main Cast
Isang Tanong, Isang Sagot Main Cast

Radio

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  • Si Susan Na, si Arnell Pa! (DZBB) (with Susan Enriquez)
  • No More Lonely Nights with Arnell (DZIQ)
  • PATOL: Republika ni Arnelli (Radyo5 92.3 News FM, with simulcast on AksyonTV)
  • Manila sa Umaga! (Radyo5 92.3 News FM, with simulcast on AksyonTV)
  • LOL: Labor of Love (DZMM) (with Rica Lazo)
  • OMJ: Oh My Job! (DZBB) (with Tuesday Sagun-Niu and Bea Binene)

Awards

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  • Winner, Best Game Show Host – PMPC Star Awards for Television (1997 & 2006)
    • Go Bingo (GMA Network)
    • Now Na! (QTV 11)
  • Winner, Best Talent Show Hosts – PMPC Star Awards for Television (2008)
    • Shall We Dance: The Celebrity Dance Challenge (with Lucy Torres-Gomez & Dominic Ochoa, ABC 5 "Now TV5")

Personal life

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Ignacio had Frannie Ignacio, a businesswoman, as his live-in partner for 12 years. They got married on March 10, 2004,[4] but they separated in the same year. Since 2015, he had plans to have their marriage annulled.[12] Together, they have a daughter.[13]

Ignacio is openly gay.[14] He got engaged to singer Ken El Psalmer in June 2015,[1] but broke up almost two months later.[15]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Comedian Arnell Ignacio engaged". Rappler. June 8, 2015. Retrieved August 11, 2022.
  2. ^ "Arnell Ignacio resigns from OWWA". ABS-CBN News. February 26, 2019. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  3. ^ "Arnell vs. Jennylyn". The Manila Times. August 18, 2020. Retrieved October 25, 2020.
  4. ^ a b Salterio, Leah (February 22, 2004). "Arnel, Frannie to wed". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 11, 2022.
  5. ^ Serato, Arniel (July 8, 2016). "Arnell Ignacio appointed AVP of PAGCOR by President Rodrigo Duterte" (in Filipino). Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved July 8, 2016.
  6. ^ Macas, Trisha (January 25, 2018). "Arnel Ignacio moved from PAGCOR to 'preferred' OWWA post". GMA News. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  7. ^ "OWWA Administrator Arnell Ignacio resigns". CNN Philippines. February 28, 2019. Archived from the original on April 1, 2021. Retrieved April 1, 2021.
  8. ^ Parrocha, Azer (February 27, 2019). "Palace confirms Arnell Ignacio's resignation". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved August 11, 2022.
  9. ^ "Arnell Ignacio named OWWA chief". Philippine News Agency. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
  10. ^ "DMW chief Cacdac says ex-OWWA admin Ignacio removed". GMA News. Retrieved May 16, 2025.
  11. ^ "Arnell Ignacio in Isang Araw Lang". Archived from the original on April 2, 2010. Retrieved March 28, 2010.
  12. ^ Regondola, Glenn (May 20, 2015). "Arnell Ignacio plans to file for annulment so his wife can be free". Philippine Entertainment Forum (in Filipino). Retrieved August 11, 2022.
  13. ^ Salteriio, Leah (June 19, 2021). "The 'unbeatable' father-daughter team of Arnell & Pie". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 11, 2022.
  14. ^ Lo, Ricky. "Arnell is never affected by bullying for being gay". Philstar.com. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
  15. ^ Rula, Gorgy (August 1, 2015). "Arnell Ignacio speaks up about split with boyfriend Ken Psalmer". Philippine Entertainment Forum (in Filipino). Retrieved August 11, 2022.
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