Daniel Matsunaga Biography: Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, Height, Ethnicity, Films, Awards

Daniel Kenji Silva Matsunaga is an Actor, Model, Professional Footballer, Host, and Businessman.

He gained prominence in the Philippines after appearing in Cosmopolitan Philippines’ September 2009 “Cosmo Men” supplement.

His exposure led to acting opportunities on GMA Network, and he further solidified his fame by winning ABS-CBN’s reality TV show Pinoy Big Brother: All In in 2014.  

Profile

• Full name: Daniel Kenji Silva Matsunaga
• Date of birth: November 28, 1988
• Age: 37 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Brasília, Brazil
• State of origin: Federal District
• Nationality: Brazilian
• Profession: Actor, Model, Professional Footballer, Host, Businessman
• Height: N/A
• Parents: Paulo Mitsuo Matsunaga (father), Geralda “Gegê” Silva (mother)
• Siblings: One brother and one sister
• Spouse: N/A
• Children: N/A
• Relationship status: In a relationship
• Religion: Christianity
• Ethnicity: Japanese-Brazilian
• Net worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Daniel Matsunaga is now 37 years old and was born on November 28, 1988, in Brasília, Brazil. His father, Paulo Mitsuo Matsunaga, is of Japanese descent, while his mother, Geralda “Gegê” Silva, has Portuguese, Indigenous, and Afro-Brazilian ancestry. He grew up in Brazil alongside his brother and sister.  

Daniel Matsunaga has been in the public eye not only for his professional endeavours but also for his relationships. He was previously in a relationship with Filipino actress Erich Gonzales. Their relationship ended amid speculations and rumours, which both parties addressed publicly.  

Career

Daniel Matsunaga’s career began in modelling, leading to his feature in Cosmopolitan Philippines’ “Cosmo Men” supplement in 2009. This exposure opened doors to acting roles on GMA Network, including appearances in TV dramas. He later transitioned to ABS-CBN, participating in various shows and ultimately winning Pinoy Big Brother: All In in 2014.  

Apart from acting, Daniel pursued professional football in the Philippines, playing for teams such as Team Socceroo, Pachanga, and Kaya in the United Football League. He has also been involved in hosting and business ventures, maintaining a diverse career in the entertainment and sports industries.

Awards

• Pinoy Big Brother: All In – Big Winner (2014)

Net Worth

Daniel Matsunaga’s net worth is estimated at $2 million. His income sources include acting, modelling, professional football, hosting, and business ventures.

Social Media

• Instagram: @dandanmatsunaga
• X: @dmatsunaga

Filmography

• Be My Lady (2016)
• Just a Stranger (2019)
• Langit sa Piling Mo (2010)