Karen Davila
| Karen Dávila | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 21, 1970 |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Alma mater | University of the Philippines Diliman |
| Occupation | Radio broadcaster, newsreader, journalist, television presenter |
| Years active | 1993–present |
| Religion | Evangelical Christian |
| Spouse(s) | DJ Sta. Ana |
| Children |
David Lucas |
Kristin Karen Dávila, professionally known as Karen Dávila (born 21 November 1970), is a Filipino journalist, radio broadcaster, newsreader and television presenter.
Career
She is the host of ABS-CBN News Channel's eponymous program Headstart with Karen Davila and the anchor of ABS-CBN's late-night newscast Bandila. She is also the host of current affairs show My Puhunan and radio anchor on DZMM's Pasada Sais Trenta with Vic Lima. She was former host of the show Wonder Mom, My Puhunan, the documentary The Correspondents, XXX: Exklusibong, Explosibong, Exposé, Y Speak, and Barangay Dos, as well as the former anchor of ABS-CBN Headlines, ABS-CBN Insider and TV Patrol World/TV Patrol.
Dávila has also won numerous awards both locally and internationally in her career, including two awards from the prestigious New York Festival and the 2008 Ten Outstanding Young Men Award for Broadcast Journalism.
Personal life
Dávila graduated from the University of the Philippines Diliman with a degree of Bachelor of Arts major in Mass Communication. She is married to DJ Sta. Ana, Head of Operations for TV5's News5, and together they have two children, David and Lucas.[1]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Program | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | PiliPinas Debates 2016 – Luzon leg | Host | ABS-CBN |
| 2015 | 3in1 | Host | ABS-CBN |
| 2013-2015; 2015–present | My Puhunan | Host | ABS-CBN |
| 2012-2013 | Pinoy True Stories: Engkwentro (Tuesday) | Host | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Ako Ang Simula | presenter | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Showtime | Special Judge | ABS-CBN |
| 2010–present | Bandila[2] | newsreader | ABS-CBN |
| 2010–present | Storyline | presenter | ABS-CBN/ANC |
| 2010–present | Headstart with Karen Davila | newsreader, presenter | ANC |
| 2004-2010 | TV Patrol World/TV Patrol | newsreader | ABS-CBN |
| 2008-2009 | Wonder Mom | presenter | ABS-CBN |
| 2000-2010 | The Correspondents | correspondent | ABS-CBN |
| 2006-2008 | XXX: Exklusibong, Explosibong, Exposé | presenter | ABS-CBN |
| 2004 | Y Speak | presenter | ABS-CBN/Studio 23 |
| 2003-2004 | Simpleng Hiling | presenter | ABS-CBN |
| 2003-2004 | Insider | newsreader | ABS-CBN |
| 2000-2003 | Headlines | newsreader | ABS-CBN |
| 2000-2001 | Barangay Dos | presenter | ABS-CBN |
| 1999-2000 | Extra! Extra! | presenter | GMA |
| 1996-2000 | Probe | correspondent | GMA |
| 1998-2000 | Brigada Siete | reporter | GMA |
| 1998-1999 | Mornings @ GMA | presenter | GMA |
| 1995-1998 | Saksi | newsreader | GMA |
References
- ↑ http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=609994&publicationSubCategoryId=83 Retrieved November 20, 2010 Title: Karen Davila: The Broadcaster as Fashionista By: Tanya T. Lara (The Philippine Star) Updated September 08, 2010 12:00 AM
- ↑ http://www.philstar.com/Article.aspx?articleId=631730&publicationSubCategoryId=96 Retrieved November 20, 2010 Title: Karen at Julius sasabak na sa Bandila! By: Ni SVA (Pilipino Star Ngayon) Updated November 20, 2010 12:00