Dennis Roldan Biography: Wife, Age, Parents, Net Worth, Nationality, Height, Siblings, Children

Mitchell Yap Gumabao Sr., widely recognized by his screen name Dennis Roldan, is a former Filipino actor, professional basketball player, businessman, and politician.

He represented Quezon City’s 3rd district in Congress from 1992 to 1995, following an earlier role as a city councilor.

Roldan’s public life was marred by controversy when, in 2014, he was convicted for orchestrating the 2005 kidnapping of a three-year-old boy.

Profile

• Full Name: Mitchell Yap Gumabao Sr.
• Stage Name: Dennis Roldan
• Born: December 8, 1956
• Age: 68 years old
• Birthplace: Manila, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Businessman and Politician
• Height: 1.83m
• Parent: Unknown
• Siblings: Isabel Rivas
• Spouse: Loli Imperial-Gumabao
• Children: Marco Gumabao ,Paolo Gumabao
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million and $5 million

Early Life And Education

Mitchell Yap Gumabao Sr. was born in Manila, Philippines, on December 8, 1956.

Although detailed information about his parents is scarce, he is known to be the older brother of actress Isabel Rivas.

Before pursuing a basketball career, Roldan studied at Trinity College, though specifics about his full educational background remain limited.

He is of Filipino ethnicity and has Chinese and Spanish heritage. While serving his prison sentence, Roldan converted to born-again Christianity.

Career

Dennis Roldan began his professional career as a basketball player, showcasing his athletic skills at Trinity College before joining the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA). He played briefly for the Ginebra team and was part of the 1983 Gilbey’s Gin Gimlets season.

His time in professional sports helped elevate his public profile and paved the way for his entry into the entertainment industry.

Transitioning to show business in the late 1970s, Roldan appeared in several Filipino films, gaining popularity for his performances in Kambal Sa Uma (1979), Salome (1981), and Paradise Inn (1985). He often portrayed characters in action and drama films.

He earned critical acclaim, winning the Best Supporting Actor award at the 1983 Metro Manila Film Festival for his role in Hot Property. His work in films like Terrorist Hunter (1983) solidified his reputation as a compelling action star.

Building on his fame, Roldan entered politics as a Quezon City councilor from 1988 to 1992. He was later elected as the representative of Quezon City’s 3rd congressional district, serving from 1992 to 1995 under the Nationalist People’s Coalition.

Despite his initial political success, his career ended in scandal when he was convicted in 2014 for orchestrating the 2005 kidnapping of a young boy. He is currently serving a life sentence at New Bilibid Prison.

Social Media

Dennis Roldan is not on social media networks.

Personal Life

Dennis Roldan is married to Loli Imperial, with whom he shares eight children.

Among their children are several public figures, including Michele Gumabao, a well-known volleyball player and beauty queen, and actors Marco Gumabao and Paolo Gumabao.

At the time of the 2005 kidnapping case, Roldan was reportedly in a relationship with Suzette Wang, although his legal spouse remains Loli Imperial.

Net Worth

Dennis Roldan’s net worth is estimated at between $1 million and $5 million, earned through his multifaceted career as a professional basketball player, actor, businessman, and politician.

He generated income from his PBA basketball stint, film and television roles, business activities, and his term as a congressman for Quezon City’s 3rd district from 1992 to 1995.