Toni Gonzaga Biography: Husband, Age, Children, Net Worth, Movies, Height, Parents, Songs

Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano, celebrated as Toni Gonzaga, is a Filipino actress, singer, television host, vlogger, and entrepreneur whose warm charisma made her the face of Pinoy Big Brother for over a decade.

From teen commercial sweetheart to digital-media mogul with an 8-million-subscriber YouTube empire, she has mastered every platform while raising a family, running businesses, and staying a trusted voice in Philippine pop culture.

Profile

• Full Name: Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano
• Stage Name: Toni Gonzaga
• Born: 20, January 1984
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Taytay, Rizal, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, Television Host, Vlogger, Entrepreneur
• Height: 1.63m
• Parents: Carlito Gonzaga and Crisanta Cruz Gonzaga
• Siblings: Catherine Gonzaga
• Spouse: Paul Soriano (m. 2015)
• Children: Severiano Elliott Gonzaga Soriano and Paulina Celestine Gonzaga Soriano
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $11 million

Early Life and Education

Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano was born on January 20, 1984, in Taytay, Rizal, to Carlito “Bonoy” Gonzaga, a former vice-mayor and barangay captain, and Crisanta “Pinty” Cruz Gonzaga, her lifelong manager.

The elder of two daughters, she grew up in a devout United Methodist household, teaching Sunday school and winning local singing contests by age 13.

She studied Mass Communication for two years at Dominican College in San Juan, transferred to AB English at the Asian Institute for Distance Education, and later pursued Multimedia Studies at the University of the Philippines Open University.

She is pure Filipino and deeply Methodist.

Career

Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano launched her career at the age of 13 through GMA-7’s Eat Bulaga! spin-off segments.

Her rise to national prominence came in 2001 with a memorable Coca-Cola commercial alongside Piolo Pascual.

In 2005, she was signed by ABS-CBN as the first-ever host of Pinoy Big Brother, a role she helmed for 16 seasons, solidifying her status as a cultural icon with “Kuya’s voice.”

During this period, she also made significant strides in film, starring in notable romantic comedies such as You Are the One (2006), and achieving major box office success with Starting Over Again (2014), which grossed approximately $6.3 million, as well as My Big Bossing (2014).

In parallel with her television and film career, Gonzaga established a successful music career, releasing seven studio albums through Star Records that achieved multi-platinum sales.

Her notable hits include “Catch Me I’m Fallin'” and the 2009 duet album Love Duets with Sam Milby.

In 2020, she transitioned into digital media by launching Toni Gonzaga Studio on YouTube, where she produces monetized content such as interviews, vlogs, and her acclaimed Toni Talks series.

By 2025, her channel had amassed over 8 million subscribers and 2 billion views.

She also briefly hosted the talk show Toni on ALLTV (2022–2023) before returning to ABS-CBN for guest appearances and to host the 2025 revival of Pinoy Big Brother Generation 11.

Beyond entertainment, Toni Gonzaga is a successful entrepreneur with co-ownership of several business ventures including Gonzaga Grains, a flour mill in Taytay, the skincare brand T Goss, and the family-owned Villa Gonzaga resort in Rizal.

She commands endorsement fees ranging from approximately $21,600 to $27,000 per major brand collaboration with companies like Bench, Jollibee, and Shopee.

Her popularity also extends internationally, where she headlines sold-out tours across the United States and Canada.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @celestinegonzaga

Personal Life

Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano and director Paul Soriano celebrated their union on June 12, 2015, in an elegant and star-studded ceremony held in Taytay, which was attended by close friends, family, and notable figures from the entertainment industry.

Their marriage has since been blessed with two children: a son named Severiano Elliott and a daughter named Paulina Celestine, who have become the center of their joyful family life, reflecting the deep bond and enduring partnership the couple shares.

Filmography

• You Are the One (2006)
• My Big Love (2008)
• Starting Over Again (2014)
• My Big Bossing (2014)

Net Worth

Celestine Cruz Gonzaga-Soriano has an estimated net worth of $11 million.

Revenue streams include ABS-CBN hosting residuals of $18,000 to $27,000 per PBB season, film profit shares from Starting Over Again backend, YouTube ad revenue of $1,080,000 to $1,440,000 annually, music royalties, and equity in Gonzaga Grains, T Goss skincare, and Villa Gonzaga resort, plus long-term deals with Bench, Jollibee, and Shopee.