INTRODUCTION
Janella Maxine Desiderio Salvador is a Filipino actress, singer, and model who rose to fame with her debut in the hit morning drama Be Careful with My Heart (2012–2014). She has since established herself as a versatile performer in both television and film, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated fanbase. Notably, she portrayed the iconic supervillain Valentina in Mars Ravelo’s Darna (2022–2023) and starred in the international romance film Under Parallel Skies (2024).
Birth name: Janella Maxine Desiderio Salvador
Career
Actress, singer, model
Birthday
March 30, 1998
Age: 27
Zodiac Sign:
Aries
Birthplace: Cebu City, Philippines
Nationality: Filipino
HOW BIG IS Janella Salvador ON THE NET?
Janella Salvador maintains a significant online presence, particularly on Instagram (@superjanella), where she shares insights into her personal life, fashion endeavors, and behind-the-scenes moments from her acting projects. As of 2024, she boasts over 8 million followers, reflecting her widespread popularity.
HOW DID Janella Salvador become famous?
Janella gained widespread recognition by portraying Nikki Grace Lim in Be Careful with My Heart (2012–2014). Her compelling performance and on-screen presence captivated audiences, leading to a surge in popularity both domestically and internationally. She further solidified her fame with lead roles in Oh My G! (2015), Born for You (2016), and The Killer Bride (2019–2020).
BEFORE THE FAME
Before stepping into the limelight, Janella was born to a family of musicians—her mother, Jenine Desiderio, is a West End musical actress, and her father, Juan Miguel Salvador, is an Awit Award-winning songwriter and former lead singer of the Rage Band. She was raised in San Juan, Metro Manila, where she developed her passion for the performing arts.
CLOSE WITH (ASSOCIATED);
Throughout her career, Janella has collaborated with various notable figures in the Philippine entertainment industry. She starred alongside Elmo Magalona in Born for You, Maricel Soriano in The Heiress (2019), and Jane de Leon in Darna (2022–2023). In 2024, she co-starred with Thai actor Win Metawin in the international film Under Parallel Skies.
