Elisse Joson Biography: Pictures, Lifestyle, Movies, TV Series, Age, Net Worth, Height, Siblings, Mother, Child, Boyfriend

Maria Chriselle Elisse Joson Diuco, known professionally as Elisse Joson, is a Filipino actress, model, dancer, and endorser celebrated for her versatile roles in television and film.

She gained widespread recognition through her viral 2016 McDonald’s Philippines “Tuloy Pa Rin” commercial and her stint as a housemate on Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky Season 7.

With notable performances in series like The Good Son (2017), Sandugo (2019), and Dirty Linen (2023), Joson has established herself as a compelling talent in the Philippine entertainment industry.

Profile

• Full Name: Maria Chriselle Elisse Joson Diuco
• Stage Name: Elisse Joson
• Born: January 6, 1996
• Age: 29 years old
• Birthplace: Balanga, Bataan, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Actress, Model, Dancer, Endorser
• Height: 1.57m
• Parents: Christine Joson-Diuco, estranged father
• Siblings: None
• Partner: McCoy de Leon
• Boyfriends: Jerome Ponce (ex)
• Children: Felize McKenzie
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $5 million

Early Life and Education

Maria Chriselle Elisse Joson Diuco was born on January 6, 1996, in Balanga, Bataan, Philippines, to Christine Joson-Diuco, an anesthesiologist, and an unknown father. As an only child raised by her single mother, she grew up in a nurturing environment that encouraged her early interest in performing arts.

She attended Bataan Montessori School for her elementary education. At age seven, she joined acting and singing workshops but was initially shy. Her family moved to the United States, where she attended Inderkum High School in Sacramento, California.

She faced challenges with bullying due to her limited English fluency, which ultimately helped build her confidence. Back in Manila, she studied at Quezon City Science High School and later pursued AB Fashion Design and Merchandising at De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde. Joson is of Filipino descent, and her religious beliefs are not publicly known.

Career

Elisse Joson entered the entertainment industry at 16, signing with ABS-CBN’s Star Magic in 2012. Her first role was in Jovit Baldivino’s music video “Tell Me” (2012), followed by supporting roles in teleseryes like Be Careful With My Heart (2013) as Cheska and Sana Bukas pa ang Kahapon (2014) as Erica.

Her film debut came in 2014 as a “mean girl” in the hit rom-com She’s Dating the Gangster alongside Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. In 2015, she starred in the indie film Saranghaeyo #Ewankosau, earning a nomination for New Movie Actress of the Year at the 32nd PMPC Star Awards for Movies.

Joson’s breakthrough came in 2016 with her McDonald’s Philippines “Tuloy Pa Rin” ad, which went viral for its relatable heartbreak narrative, amassing nearly 2 million YouTube views. That same year, she joined Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky Season 7 as a celebrity housemate, boosting her fame and sparking a popular love team with McCoy de Leon.

She also appeared in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano (2016) as Lorraine and starred in The Good Son (2017) and Ngayon at Kailanman (2018) as Roxanne, showcasing her ability to portray complex characters. Her role in Sandugo (2019) as Grace Policarpio further solidified her dramatic range.

Joson’s recent work includes starring as Bea in the Vivamax film Habangbuhay (2022) and playing antagonist roles in Dirty Linen (2023) and Pira-Pirasong Paraiso (2023), a collaboration between ABS-CBN and TV5. Her performances have earned her awards, including Favorite Breakthrough Love Team with McCoy de Leon at the 2016 Star Cinema Online Awards and Female Breakout Star of the Year at the 2017 PEP’sters Choice Awards.

Beyond acting, she maintains a strong social media presence, with over 4.9 million Instagram followers, and runs a YouTube channel with 777,000 subscribers, where she shares her journey as a mother and endorser. Her fashion influence, inspired by Alexander McQueen, complements her multifaceted career.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @elissejosonn
• Facebook Handle: Elisse Joson
• Twitter Handle: @ElisseJoson

Personal Life

Elisse Joson was in an on-again, off-again relationship with actor McCoy de Leon from 2016 to 2025, with whom she shares a daughter, Felize McKenzie, born in April 2021. The couple, who met on Pinoy Big Brother: Lucky Season 7, split in 2018, reconciled in 2021, and separated again in 2023 amid cheating allegations against de Leon, which he denied. Joson confirmed their final breakup in July 2025, emphasizing co-parenting for their daughter. She was also briefly linked to Jerome Ponce. Currently single, Joson lives in Manila with her mother and daughter.

Filmography

• She’s Dating the Gangster (2014)
• Saranghaeyo #Ewankosau (2015)
• Sakaling Maging Tayo (2019)
• Izla (2021)
• You Have Arrived (2021)
• Habangbuhay (2022)

Net Worth

Elisse Joson has an estimated net worth of $5 million. Her wealth primarily stems from her acting career in television and film, complemented by modeling, brand endorsements, and commercials for beauty products.