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Martin Nievera
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| Born | Martin Ramon Razon Nievera February 5, 1963 Manila, Philippines |
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| Years active | 1982–present |
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| Partner | Katrina Ojeda (1996[2] – before 2015[3][4]) |
| Children | 3, including Robin |
| Father | Roberto Nievera |
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Martin Ramon Razon Nievera (born February 5, 1963) is a Filipino singer and songwriter. Known for his contemporary love ballads and on-stage personality,[5] he is celebrated as one of the most important figures in local Filipino music.[6][7] With a career spanning four decades, he has garnered 18 platinum, 5 double platinum, 3 triple platinum, and 1 quadruple platinum albums,[8][9] listing him among the highest-selling Filipino recording artists of all time.[10]
Nievera began his career in 1982 with the release of his debut album Martin… Take One, achieving platinum status in five months.[11][12] In the succeeding years, Nievera also ventured into hosting and acting.[13] He has appeared in eleven movies and seven television series and specials, most notable being Penthouse Live! (1984) with Pops Fernandez, Martin After Dark (1988) and ASAP (1995). His music covers a variety of genres ranging from pop, soft rock, adult contemporary to gospel and dance music.[14] Among his most successful releases includes the multi-platinum sellers Forever (1998), Forever, Forever (1999) and My Souvenirs (2001).[15] In 2002, Nievera was named 'Entertainer of the Year' at the 25th Awit Awards for the third time. He became the first artist to win the award for three consecutive years, elevating him to the Hall of Fame alongside the likes of Pilita Corrales and Celeste Legaspi.[16]
Dubbed as the "Philippines' Concert King" by the media,[17][18][19] he was the first Filipino solo male artist and second overall (after Lea Salonga) to stage a full-length concert at the Music Center's Walt Disney Concert Hall.[20][21] He was also the first Filipino solo male artist to headline a concert at the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre and the Hollywood Bowl.[20] In 1984, he headlined a concert in front of 45,000 crowd at the PhilSports Football and Athletics Stadium.[6] In 1988, he was named 'Best Male Singer' and 'Star of the Year' by the Honolulu Star-Advertiser in Hawaii. He also won as 'Best Interpreter' at the 1990 Abu Golden Kite Awards in Malaysia.[22] Nievera has already performed alongside renowned artists such as David Foster,[23] David Pomeranz,[24] and Michael Bublé.[25]
- ^ Villanueva, Marichu A. (May 11, 2009). "It's the singer, not the song". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on July 5, 2020. Retrieved July 5, 2020.
- ^ a b Lo, Ricky (August 26, 2001). "Martin Nievera: The highs & the lows". The Philippine Star. Retrieved October 12, 2018.
- ^ Pineda, Cherry (October 12, 2015). "The Third Party: rumors and stories of infidelity in celebrity relationships". Push. ABS-CBN Digital Media. Retrieved October 13, 2019.
[...] Martin and then girlfriend Katrina Ojeda settled in the US. They had a son named Santino before they eventually separated reportedly because of another woman.
- ^ "9 celebrity breakups caused by third party #7". ABS-CBN News. June 21, 2016. Retrieved October 13, 2019.
[...] Nievera and his then-girlfriend Katrina Ojeda lived in the United States.
- ^ "GOSSIP GIRL: Martin Nievera marks 40 years in showbiz with big concert on Nov. 19". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ a b "M4D: Martin Nievera recalls highlights of past 40 years". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera to launch Kahapon... Ngayon album with August 26 concert". PEP.ph. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera to celebrate his 40th anniversary in showbiz at the Walt Disney Concert Hall". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "ASAP XV's 24K Gold and 6th Platinum Circle Awards (2010) Winners: Sarah Geronimo, Jovit Baldivino, Christian Bautista & more". My Kiru. Retrieved August 11, 2014.
- ^ "Polyeast releases Martin Nievera's". Philstar.com. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera: 35 years of the man and his music". cnn. Archived from the original on September 4, 2023. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera's "Milestones" documents his 25 years in showbiz". PEP.ph. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin celebrates 30 years of artistry". RAPPLER. August 7, 2013. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera Returns to M Resort on Saturday, June 11". stylemagazine.com. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ David Pomeranz leads records top sellers. Manila Standard. 2000. p. 94.
- ^ Martin, Malik makes Polyeast proud. Manila Standard. 2002. p. 16.
- ^ Vizcarra, Gian Carlo (November 21, 2022). "Review: Martin Nievera bares heart in 'M4D' concert". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Up close and personal with Martin Nievera". Philstar.com. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Concert King Martin Nievera remains a Kapamilya, renews contract with ABS-CBN". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ a b Leon, Marguerite de (August 17, 2022). "[Only IN Hollywood] Martin Nievera opens up about career, family in time for historic 40th anniversary concert". RAPPLER. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera kicks off 40th anniversary bash at Disney". www.philstar.com. August 20, 2022. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera". LA Phil. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Martin Nievera to perform in Vegas with David Foster". The Manila Times. May 4, 2023. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "PEPtalk Flash. David Pomeranz collaborates with Martin Nievera, Ogie Alcasid, etc. in "We Sing"". PEP.ph. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
- ^ "Buble: No romance with Kristine, only friendship". www.philstar.com. February 13, 2005. Retrieved September 4, 2023.
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