Rosanna Roces Biography: Age, Wife, Net Worth, Daughter, Movies, Son, TV Shows

Rosanna Roces, known on screen as Osang and born Jennifer Cruz Adriano on May 24, 1972, is a Filipino actress and television host whose early bold roles in the 1990s brought her recognition.

Initially introduced by Seiko Films under the name “Ana Maceda,” she gained mainstream attention with the 1997 drama Ligaya Ang Itawag Mo Sa Akin, a turning point that paved her way into more serious, critically acclaimed roles.

Profile

• Full name: Jennifer Cruz Adriano
• Nickname: Rosanna Roces, Osang
• Date of birth: May 24, 1972
• Age: 53 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Tanza, Navotas, Rizal, Philippines
• State of origin: Rizal
• Nationality: Filipino
• Profession: Actress, TV host
• Height: Approx. 5 ft 6 in (1.68 m)
• Weight: Approx. 58 kg (128 lb)
• Eye color: Dark brown
• Hair color: Dark brown
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Tito Molina (later divorced † by 2004), Blessy Arias (relationship began 2015, married 2016–present)
• Children: Onyok Roces (son), Grace Adriano (daughter)
• Relationship status: Married (Blessy Arias, 2016–present)
• Ethnicity: Filipino
• Net worth: $3-5 million

Early Life and education

Jennifer Cruz Adriano, also known as Rosanna Roces is now 53, and was born on May 24, 1972, in Tanza, Navotas—then part of Rizal province in the Philippines.

She grew up as the only publicly known child, and information about her parents or siblings is not publicly.

She began school in her home district but did not complete a college degree before entering show business full time.

Her upbringing in Navotas shaped her streetwise persona, though formal education details including high school or college institutions are not available.

Personal Life

Rosanna Roces first marriage was to Emilio “Tito” Molina, reportedly a personal friend and stylist, ending in divorce by 2004.

They had one daughter together, Grace Adriano (full name known).

In time, she reconnected with her longtime friend Blessy Arias, whom she first met as a teenager through mutual friends.

After approximately 27 years apart, they reunited in 2015 and were married in 2016—first in Canada and later in an LGBT-Christian ceremony in Antipolo City.

Their relationship is celebrated publicly, and they are often seen supporting each other in both private and professional endeavors.

She also has a son named Onyok Roces from a previous relationship.

Career

Rosanna Roces on‑screen career began in 1992 with minor roles, but her major breakthrough came as a Seiko Films leading lady (1994–1996), first billed as Ana Maceda before adopting the name Rosanna Roces.

Her performance in Ligaya Ang Itawag Mo Sa Akin in 1997 elevated her reputation as a complex dramatic actress.

She followed with daring roles in films like Curacha: Ang Babaing Walang Pahinga, La Vida Rosa, and Katawan, showcasing both vulnerability and assertiveness.

Meanwhile, she transitioned to television as the host of Startalk on GMA Network, replacing Dawn Zulueta.

She remained with the show until 2004, when a dispute with her manager led to her departure and move to ABS‑CBN.

On ABS‑CBN, she appeared in shows like 1 for 3, Daboy en Da Girl, Ysabella, Maging Sino Ka Man, Tayong Dalawa, and eventually Batang Quiapo as Divina Cruz beginning in 2024—reuniting her with Coco Martin and the FPJ legacy drama series.

She also served as one of the judges on It’s Showtime until her controversial remarks in January 2010 led to her removal and a 20‑day suspension of the program by the MTRCB.

Over the years, Osang accepted a variety of film and television roles, including supporting and character parts—many of which garnered critical praise for their depth, including Presa, Hustisya, Padre de Familia, Suarez: The Healing Priest, and The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma.

Awards

• Wanted: Border (Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival, Best Actress) – Won (2009)
• Presa (Gawad Urian, Best Supporting Actress) – Won (2010)
• Hustisya (FAMAS, Best Supporting Actress nomination) – Nominated (2015)
• Suarez: The Healing Priest (Metro Manila Film Festival, Best Supporting Actress nomination) – Nominated (2020)
• La Vida Rosa (Gawad Urian, Best Actress, tied with Assunta De Rossi) – Won (2001)
• Ligaya Ang Itawag Mo Sa Akin (Gawad Urian, Best Actress nomination) – Nominated (1997)
• Katawan (FAMAS, Best Actress nomination) – Nominated (1999)

Net worth

Rosanna Roces net worth estimation ranges between $3–5 million.

Controversy

Rosanna Roces 2010 stint on It’s Showtime ended abruptly when she made derogatory comments calling out a contestant’s teacher, prompting widespread backlash and a suspension of the show by the MTRCB.

ABS‑CBN removed her as a judge immediately, and she later issued a public apology—though many educators remained offended.

In a separate legal dispute, the Court of Appeals upheld a ₱3.1 million damages award against her in 2018, after the Forever Flawless beauty clinic successfully sued for breach of a contract that barred her from making defamatory statements.

She had received ₱1.5 million for returning her shares in the firm but later publicly criticized clinic practices, which the court ruled violated their agreement.

Her long‑standing friendship with comedian Ai‑Ai delas Alas came to a painful end around 2007 after a show‑promotion conflict involving posters.

She later expressed regret about the rift and publicly said she hopes they will reconcile eventually, though as of 2024, there had been no official reunion.

Social Media

• Instagram: @therealrosannaroces
• X: N/A

Filmography

• Comfort Women: A Cry for Justice (1992)
• Machete II (1994)
• Kirot II (1995)
• Kandungan (1995)
• Di Mapigil ang Init (1995)
• Patikim ng Pinya (1996)
• Nagbabagang Labi (1996)
• Ligaya Ang Itawag Mo Sa Akin (1997)
• Pusakal (1997)
• Selosa (1997)
• Nang Mamulat si Eba: Part 2 (1997)
• Matrikula (1997)
• Yes Darling: Walang Matigas na Pulis… 2 (1997)
• Ang Lalaki sa Buhay ni Selya (1997)
• Kahit Pader, Gigibain Ko (1998)
• Mapusok (1998)
• Curacha: Ang Babaing Walang Pahinga (1998)
• Cariño Brutal (1998)
• Ginto’t Pilak (1998)
• Ang Babae sa Bintana (1998)
• Katawan (1999)
• Ms. Kristina Moran, Ang Babaeng Palaban (1999)
• Basta’t Ikaw Nangingining Pa (1999)
• La Vida Rosa (2001)
• Aurora (2008)
• Karera (2008)
• Pasang Krus (2009)
• Manila (2009)
• Wanted: Border (2009)
• Baklas (2009)
• Romeo at Juliet (2010)
• Presa (2010)
• Fable of the Fish (2011)
• Haruo (2011)
• My Cactus Heart (2012)
• Mater Dolorosa (2012)
• On the Job (2013)
• Porno (2013)
• Kinabukasan (2014)
• Hustisya (2014)
• Padre de Familia (2016)
• Dark Is the Night (2017)
• Hitboy (2018)
• Badge of Honor: To Serve and Protect (2018)
• The Panti Sisters (2019)
• Unbreakable (2019)
• Suarez: The Healing Priest (2020)
• Paglaki Ko, Gusto Kong Maging Pornstar (2021)
• Anak ng Macho Dancer (2021)
• Kaka (2021)
• Revirginized (2021)
• Tuloy… Bukas ang Pinto (2022)
• Kahit Maputi Na ang Buhok Ko (2023)
• Abner (2024)
• The Rapists of Pepsi Paloma (2025)

Filmography (Television)

• Startalk (1997–2004)
• 1 For 3 (1997–2001)
• Eat Bulaga! (1998)
• Daboy en Da Girl (2002–2003)
• Maalaala Mo Kaya: Manicure Set (2006)
• Maalaala Mo Kaya: Buhangin (2007)
• Ysabella (2007)
• Sineserye Presents: Natutulog Ba ang Diyos? (2007)
• Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik (2007–2008)
• Juicy! (2008)
• Talentadong Pinoy (2008)
• May Bukas Pa (2009)
• Lipgloss (2009)
• Tayong Dalawa (2009)
• Failon Ngayon (2009)
• It’s Showtime (2010)
• Untold Stories Mula sa Face to Face (2010)
• Mga Nagbabagang Bulaklak (2011)
• Star Confessions (2011)
• Sa Ngalan ng Ina (2011)
• Maalaala Mo Kaya: Orasan (2013)
• Ipaglaban Mo: Dahas (2016)
• Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kendi (2017)
• Los Bastardos (2018–2019)
• Pamilya Ko (2019–2020)
• FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano (2021–2022)
• Pira‑Pirasong Paraiso (2023–2024)
• Pamilya Sagrado (2024)
• FPJ’s Batang Quiapo (2024–present)