Richard Yap a.k.a. Papa Chen in My Binondo Girl

Photo: ABS-CBN

 

He’s been trending on social networking site Twitter for two consecutive days now. Richard Yap, more popularly known these days as “Papa Chen” in My Binondo Girl, defies the norm and proves to us that stardom requires no age. The 44-year old commercial model and furniture businessman is now a household name after accepting his first acting job this year as Jade’s (Kim Chiu) father in the hit teleserye. Still crush-worthy in his 40s, Richard instantly gained a huge following. Too bad for some hopeful fans though, the guy’s been happily married for 18 years.
Richard Yap’s wife Melody in Kris TV’s November 22 episode
In his November guesting on Kris TV, Richard shared that his wife Melody and children Ashley, 15, and Dylan, 8, have been very supportive of his acting debut. In fact, his teen daughter helped convince Richard in accepting the role of Papa Chen when she learned about the teleserye’s cast. And instead of hiring a personal assistant, his wife acts as one and does the job of taking care of his things on the set. Richard said this setup also provides some “bonding time” for them as a couple.
 Melody as Papa Chen’s doctor in My Binondo Girl
Photo: ABS-CBN screencaps
Last night, in a heartbreaking episode where Papa Chen found out he has a lung tumor, we noticed that the bad news-bearing doctor looked so familiar. We soon figured it out that she’s the actor’s wife in real life.
Richard and Melody Yap

Photo: ABS-CBN screencap (Kris TV)

 

See also  Puregold's Youtube channel reaches the 200,000-mark in subscription

[UPDATE] Check out RELATED STORIES
What “Maya” and “Mama Chen” Have in Common 
Get Maya’s No-Makeup Look in Be Careful with my Heart
The M&M’s Appeal: From ‘Papa Chen’ to ‘Ser Chief’ 
Sir Chief and Maya Invade ASAP 18!


Random Videos:
 
Prior to his association with MBG’s “ChenJean” and “Twin Dragons” restaurants, Papa Chen was the face of a popular Chinese fastfood chain. Check out two of his 30-second TV commercials.
Video: Youtube (uploaded by username frannye)
Video: Youtube (uploaded by username GayleCaster)

 

Previous

Ways to Help Typhoon Sendong Victims

Next

Random Observation: Bea Alonzo's Signature Pose

About Author

www.RandomRepublika.com

The Home of Pinoy Pop Culture.
The blog site for everyone who loves trends, culture and random wows!

Check Also