Barbie Forteza Biography: Instagram, Movies, Height, Wiki, Parents, Siblings, Age, Net Worth

Barbie Forteza is a celebrated actress, model, and singer from the Philippines.

In 2009, she rose to fame by portraying young Jodi in GMA Network’s adaptation of the Korean drama “Stairway to Heaven.”

Forteza’s performance caught the attention of many, leading to numerous roles in television and film.

Profile

Full Name	Barbara Ambas Forteza
Nickname	Barbie
Date of Birth	July 31, 1997
Age	27 years old
Gender	Female
Place of Birth	Biñan, Laguna, Philippines
Nationality	Filipino
Profession	Actress, model, singer
Height	5’0″ (152.4 cm)
Parents	Imelda Forteza (mother), Tony Forteza (father)
Siblings	Gabrielle Vierneza (half-sister), Alex (half-sister)
Spouse	N/A
Children	N/A
Relationship Status	In a relationship with Jak Roberto
Religion	Roman Catholic
Ethnicity	Asian
Net Worth	$3 million

Early Life and Education

Barbie Forteza, currently 27 years old, was born on July 31, 1997, in Biñan, Laguna, Philippines.

She was raised by her parents, Imelda and Tony Forteza, alongside her two half-sisters, Gabrielle Vierneza and Alex.

Barbie was early interested in arts, a path she began to follow at a young age. She completed high school through the Department of Education’s Alternative Learning System due to her busy acting schedule.

Later, she pursued a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Perpetual Help System. Her upbringing in a devout Roman Catholic family and Filipino heritage have deeply influenced her personal and professional life.

Personal Life

Barbie Forteza has been in a relationship with fellow actor Jak Roberto since 2017, after meeting through their work in the entertainment industry.

Their relationship has been well-documented, and they often share moments of their lives on social media.

Barbie and Jak’s relationship has been relatively private, focusing on their careers and personal growth.

There is no public record of any previous marriages or children.

Career

Barbie Forteza began acting as a child, but she gained significant recognition with her role in “Stairway to Heaven.”

Her versatility as an actress has been showcased in various projects, from the television series “Tween Hearts” and “The Half Sisters” to movies like “Puntod” and “Laut.”

In 2013, she released a self-titled album featuring the song “Meron Ba,” which was used in a GMA Network series.

Barbie has consistently impressed audiences with her performances, establishing herself as a leading actress in the Philippine entertainment industry.

Awards

Barbie Forteza has received numerous awards throughout her career, highlighting her talent and dedication to her craft. Some of her notable accolades include:

Award	Event	Year
Best Supporting Actress	10th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival	2014
Best Actress	36th Fantasporto International Film Festival	2016
Female Comedy Star of the Year	PEP List Year 4	2017
Best Drama Actress	Platinum Stallion Media Awards	2023
Most Admired and Superb Actress of the Year	Asia’s Royalty Awards	2023