Bernadette Sembrano Biography: Lyrics, Husband, Films, Songs, Awards, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Age, Height  

  Bernadette Sembrano-Aguinaldo, also known as Bernadette Sembrano, is a renowned Filipino broadcast journalist, television presenter, musician, author, and advocate, celebrated for her compassionate reporting and anchoring on ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol and Tao Po!

Born in Quezon City, she proudly embraces her Igorot heritage from Mountain Province and inspires audiences with her dedication to journalism and Filipino public service.

Profile

• Full Name: Bernadette Lorraine Palisada Dominguez Sembrano-Aguinaldo
• Stage Name: Bernadette Sembrano
• Born: February 18, 1976
• Age: 49 years old
• Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
• Nationality: Filipino
• Occupation: Broadcast Journalist, Television Presenter, Musician, Author, Vlogger
• Height: 5’5” (165 cm)
• Religion: Christianity
• Parents: Nicanor Tan Sembrano, Elaine Sembrano
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Emilio “Orange” Aguinaldo IV (m. 2008)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $13 million

Early Life

Bernadette Sembrano was born on February 18, 1976, in Quezon City, Philippines, to Nicanor Tan Sembrano and Elaine Sembrano. Her ethnicity is Filipino, with proud Igorot roots from Mountain Province, which she openly embraces.

Raised in a Christian household, details about her siblings are not publicly available, reflecting her private family life. Growing up in Quezon City, Bernadette developed an early interest in communication and storytelling, influenced by her parents’ support and her cultural heritage.

Education

Bernadette graduated from Angelicum School (now Angelicum College), a private Catholic institution in Quezon City. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of the Philippines Diliman, where her academic rigour laid the foundation for her disciplined approach to journalism.

Career

Bernadette began her broadcasting career in 1997 as a newscaster with Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation (IBC). In 1998, she joined GMA Network, anchoring the late-night weekend edition of GMA Network News, serving as an alternate anchor for Saksi, and hosting the pioneering wish-granting show Wish Ko Lang!.

A 2003 incident in which she walked out during a Saksi episode after GMA delayed airing a report exposing alleged government corruption with a disclaimer led to her suspension and termination on December 20, 2003. She continued with Wish Ko Lang! until February 14, 2004, when Vicky Morales replaced her.

In 2004, ABS-CBN recruited her, where she hosted Lukso ng Dugo, Nagmamahal, Kapamilya (an OFW drama anthology), and Magandang Umaga, Pilipinas. She co-anchored TV Patrol Weekend (2005–2011) and served as a correspondent for The Correspondents.

She hosted Salamat Dok and Umagang Kay Ganda, and anchored radio programs like Radyo Patrol Balita Alas Dose, Gising Pilipinas, and Radyo Patrol Balita Alas Kwatro with Alex Santos on DZMM.

In August 2015, she became a permanent co-anchor of TV Patrol’s weekday edition, replacing Korina Sanchez, and left Umagang Kay Ganda to focus on this role. Since 2023, she anchors Tatak: Serbisyo on DWPM Radyo 630 with Winnie Cordero and hosts Tao Po!, a public service program.

A viral moment in November 2024, when she said “Sa’yo ako ha” to a cameraman during a TV Patrol live report from the Sagip Kapamilya Warehouse, became a popular meme. She also authored When Bad News Is Good News: Stories To Keep Your Hope Alive (2023). Her career showcases her impact on Filipino media.

Awards & Nominations

• 2005–2010: Most Admired Female TV Personality, Anak TV Seal Awards
• 2009: Best TV Anchor, 9th Gawad Tanglaw Awards
• 2013: Best TV Public Service Host (Salamat Dok), 21st Golden Dove Awards
• 2014: Female Broadcast Journalist of the Year for TV, Rotary Club of Manila Journalism Awards
• 2014: Best Health Show Host (Salamat Dok), 4th EdukCircle Awards
• 2015: Best TV Anchor (Dateline Philippines), 13th Gawad Tanglaw Awards
• 2016: Best Female Morning Show Host (Umagang Kay Ganda), Paragala Awards
• 2017: Best Female News Anchor (TV Patrol), Golden Laurel LPU Batangas Media Awards

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @bernadette_abs
• TikTok handle: @bernadettesembrano

Personal Life

Bernadette Sembrano, 49 years old and 5’5” tall, lives in Manila. She married Emilio “Orange” Aguinaldo IV, a great-grandson of the Philippines’ first president, Emilio Aguinaldo, on June 12, 2008, in Nasugbu, Batangas, with a reception at Sonya’s Garden, Tagaytay.

They met in 2006 while she covered an Independence Day event in Kawit, Cavite, and reconnected in 2007 when she left her notebook with him, sparking their romance. The couple, who call each other “Indie,” has no children, as Bernadette suffered a miscarriage in 2018 and has faced reproductive challenges.

Net Worth

Bernadette Sembrano’s net Worth is estimated at $1 million to $13 million, with sources varying widely. Her income stems from her extensive career with ABS-CBN News, hosting TV Patrol, Tao Po!, and Tatak: Serbisyo, as well as her music releases and book sales. Her social media presence and endorsements also contribute, reflecting her influence as a Filipino media icon.

Discography

• “Ang Sa Iyo ay Akin” (2020, co-lyricist) – Theme song for Ang Sa Iyo ay Akin
• “Yakapin ang Pasko” (2020) – Single, singer
• “Yakap” (2021) – Single, composer and singer

Filmography

• Wish Ko Lang! (2002–2004) – Host
• Lukso ng Dugo (2004) – Host
• Nagmamahal, Kapamilya (2004) – Host
• Magandang Umaga, Pilipinas (2004–2007) – Host
• The Correspondents (2004–2007) – Correspondent
• TV Patrol Weekend (2005–2011) – Co-anchor
• Salamat Dok (2004–present) – Host
• Umagang Kay Ganda (2007–2015) – Host
• TV Patrol (2015–present) – Co-anchor
• Lingkod Kapamilya (until 2020) – Host
• Tao Po! (2021–present) – Host
• Tatak: Serbisyo (2023–present) – Co-anchor