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Tuesday Vargas

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Tuesday Vargas
Born
Marizel Sarangelo

(1980-11-09) November 9, 1980 (age 45)
Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • actress
  • comedian
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • guitar
  • ukulele
Years active1996–present
Formerly ofTop Junk

Marizel Sarangelo-Placido (born November 9, 1980), known professionally as Tuesday Vargas, is a Filipino actress, singer, and comedian. Vargas was the frontwoman of the dance-punk band, Top Junk.[1][2]

She also served as a resident judge on TV5's Talentadong Pinoy.[3][4] She has appeared on programs aired by GMA Network and TV5, and has previously worked with ABS-CBN and RPN.

Early life

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Vargas was born Marizel Sarangelo[1] on November 9, 1980,[5][6] in Sampaloc, Manila. She attended Manila Science High School. Vargas was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at the age of 12, and later suffered from PTSD.[7][8]

Career

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Vargas has appeared in television and film beyond her work in comedy. In 2006, she appeared in Gulong ng Palad as Saling, which she described as a comic relief character,[9] and Bituing Walang Ningning as Libby.[10] She later starred in Mga Mata ni Anghelita (2007) and Kaputol ng Isang Awit (2008).[11][12]

She gained recognition for the film Here Comes the Bride (2010).[13] Vargas played the lead role in the independent film, Ang Turkey Man Ay Pabo Rin (2012), an entry to the 1st CineFilipino Film Festival.[14][15] In 2019, she had a supporting role in LSS (Last Song Syndrome), an official entry at the 3rd Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino.[16][17]

Personal life

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She shared in an interview that she discovered Buddhism in 2006 and practiced the Theravada school of Buddhism.[2][18]

Vargas married musician Coy Placido in a Christian ceremony in Boracay on June 19, 2010.[19] Both were Buddhists, but the ceremony followed Christian traditions for the benefit of family and friends.[20] They separated after 14 years of marriage.[21] In 2020, Vargas revealed that she was in a relationship with theater actor Joseph Puducay.[22][23]

Vargas became a single mother at the age of 21 and has spoken publicly about her experience.[24][25]

Filmography

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Film

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YearTitleRoleRef.
2003 Keka Mica
First Time
Liberated Katrina
Mr. Suave Stella
Captain Barbell Gang
2004 Liberated 2 April
Lastikman: Unang Banat Maritess
2005 Let the Love Begin Wendy
Say That You Love Me Friday
Hari ng Sablay Maritess
2006 Coup Betat
I Will Always Love You Frida
Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo Catalina/Kaye
2007 Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo
2010 Here Comes the Bride Medelyn [13]
2013 Ang Turkey Man Ay Pabo Rin Conchita "Cookie" Bigoy [14]
2018 The Girl in the Orange Dress Liberty Su
2019 LSS (Last Song Syndrome) Rubi [26]
2026 18th Rose Contest Judge

Television/Digital show

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YearTitleRole
2006Gulong ng PaladSaling
Bituing Walang NingningLibby
Love Spell: Home Switch HomeSupporting Cast
2007Sineserye Presents: Hiram na MukhaSahasa (Guest Cast)
Bahay Mo Ba 'To?Ms. Penelope Summer
Magic KamisonSutla
LupinMagdalene
Mga Mata ni AngelitaSelya
2008Sine Novela: Kaputol ng Isang Awit Mimay Sison
2008–2013Lokomoko UHerself / Various roles
2009–2010Show Me Da MannyShakira
2010–2011P.O.5Herself / Host
2011Hapi-er TogederHerself
2012Cooking KumaresYumi Gonzales
2012–2014Good Morning ClubHerself / Co-host
2014Talentadong PinoyAudience and Backstage Host
Wattpad Presents: The Savage CasanovaElla Escobar
2015–2016Happy Truck ng BayanHerself / Co-host / Performer
2015Kano Luvs PinayCookie
2016Happy Truck HAPPinasHerself / Co-host / Performer
HAPPinas Happy Hour
Eat Bulaga!Herself / Challenge Accepted Winner
Dear Uge: Burol in This TogetherEhra
Wish Ko LangHerself
2017Banana SundaeHerself / Guest co-host
Family FeudHerself / Contestant
All-Star Videoke
2018Daddy's GurlHannah Silva
2020Fill in the BankHerself / Contestant
Bangon Talentadong Pinoy Judge
2021–2024All-Out SundaysHerself / Co-host / Various roles
2021Magandang BuhayHerself / Guest host
2022–2023Bubble GangHerself
2022TiktoClockHerself / substitute host for Pokwang[27]
Barangay PIE Silog: Life GuroHerself / Guest
2023Mga Lihim ni UrdujaEbony Ventura
Open 24/7Chin-chin
2024 Your Honor Herself / host
2024–2026 Face To Face Harapan Herself / co-host

Singles

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  • Babae Po Ako
  • Kuya Wag Po

Accolades

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Awards and NominationsAwards and nominations received by Tuesday Vargas
Award Year Category Nominated work Result Ref.
Aliw Awards 2010 Best Stand-Up Comedian (Female) N/a Nominated [28]
Golden Screen Awards 2011 Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role (Musical or Comedy) Here Comes the Bride Nominated [29]
2014 Ang Turkey Man Ay Pabo Pa Rin Won [30]
Golden Screen TV Awards 2011 Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Gag/Comedy Program Lokomoko Nominated [31]
2013 Nominated [32]
Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019 Best Supporting Actress LSS (Last Song Syndrome) Won [33][34]
PMPC Star Awards for Movies 2021 Movie Supporting Actress of the Year Nominated [35]
PMPC Star Awards for Television 2013 Best Morning Show Host Good Morning Club Nominated [36]
2015 Best Talent Show Program Host(s) Talentadong Pinoy Nominated [37]
2016 Best Game Show Host(s) HAPPinas Happy Hour Nominated [38]
2025 Best Comedy Actress Bubble Gang Nominated [39]

References

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  1. 1 2 Atilano, Joseph R. (October 21, 2013). "Tuesday Vargas: TV personality and a musician at heart". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  2. 1 2 Balasbas-Gancayco, Dot Ramos. "The other side of Tuesday Vargas". Philstar.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  3. ↑ Macahindog, Jecelyn (November 28, 2009). "TV5 breaks boundaries; announces good news for 2010". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved July 16, 2011.
  4. ↑ Jimenez, Joyce. "Tuesday Vargas: 'Talentadong Pinoy is close to my heart'". Philstar.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  5. ↑ Santos, Rhea Manila (November 10, 2022). "LOOK: Tuesday Vargas on turning 42: 'I can be my best self at any age'". ABS-CBN.
  6. ↑ Brosas, Alex (November 9, 2020). "LOOK: Tuesday Vargas goes sexy in 40th birthday photo shoot". Lifestyle.INQ. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  7. ↑ "Tuesday Vargas opens up about her mental health journey". GMA News. August 22, 2025. Retrieved August 22, 2025.
  8. ↑ Mendoza, Ruel (August 25, 2025). "Tuesday Vargas opens up on autism, ADHD, mental health struggles". PEP.ph (in Filipino). Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Retrieved August 31, 2025.
  9. ↑ "Comedienne Tuesday Vargas works for a big wedding with her live-in partner". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  10. ↑ Salterio, Leah C. "The clash of the divas". Philstar.com. Archived from the original on January 26, 2025. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  11. ↑ "Taking on Tuesday Vargas". GMA News Online. August 17, 2007. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  12. ↑ "The Dramatic Tuesday Vargas". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  13. 1 2 "Tuesday Vargas reveals details about her upcoming beach wedding". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  14. 1 2 "Tuesday Vargas comedy on Fil-Am marriages". RAPPLER. September 20, 2013. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  15. ↑ "2013 CineFilipino Film Festival: "Kuwento ang Hari"". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  16. ↑ Angeles, Jewel U. (September 19, 2019). "An Honest Review Of 'LSS'". COSMO.PH. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  17. ↑ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt. "WATCH: Gabbi Garcia, Khalil Ramos give netizens a glimpse of 'LSS' set". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  18. ↑ "FIRST READ ON PEP: Comedienne Tuesday Vargas to wed live-in partner Coy Placido in Boracay next year". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  19. ↑ "FIRST READ ON PEP: Comedienne Tuesday Vargas to wed live-in partner Coy Placido in Boracay next year". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  20. ↑ "Buddhists Tuesday Vargas and Coy Placido tie the knot "again" in a Christian wedding". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  21. ↑ Acar, Aedrianne. "Tuesday Vargas, nagpapakatatag para sa partner na si Joseph Puducay". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  22. ↑ Sun, Cherry (February 14, 2020). "LOOK: Tuesday Vargas finds new partner in former GMA contestant". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  23. ↑ Brosas, Alex (January 14, 2023). "Tuesday Vargas says it was her destiny to be with her current partner". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  24. ↑ Evangelista, Jessica Ann (January 30, 2026). "Tuesday Vargas asks for prayers for son who is 'away seeking help to get better'". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  25. ↑ "Tuesday Vargas recounts days as breastfeeding rock star". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  26. ↑ "The Teaser for Ben&Ben's LSS Is Finally Here". spot.ph. Retrieved March 6, 2020.
  27. ↑ TiktoClockGMA [@TiktoClockGMA] (September 27, 2022). "Talaga namang amazing ang Tuesday natin with Tuesday Vargas and Betong Sumaya! Live na live on #TiktoClockGMA https://t.co/LrPGLSOVtr" (Tweet). Archived from the original on September 29, 2022. Retrieved December 14, 2022 – via Twitter.
  28. ↑ "Nominees for 23rd Aliw, set for Oct. 18". Philstar.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  29. ↑ "Here Comes The Bride leads 8th Golden Screen Awards nominations". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  30. ↑ Villano, Alexa (October 4, 2014). "FULL LIST: Winners, 11th Golden Screen Awards". RAPPLER. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  31. ↑ Calderon, Ricky L. "Nominees for the 2011 Golden Screen TV Awards". Philstar.com. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  32. ↑ "2013 Golden Screen TV Awards nominees bared". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  33. ↑ "'Lola Igna' tops Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019 awards". ABS-CBN News. September 15, 2019. Retrieved September 17, 2019.
  34. ↑ "'LSS' bagged the most awards during the Pista ng Pelikulang Pilipino 2019 ceremony". Inquirer. September 16, 2019. Retrieved September 18, 2019.
  35. ↑ Requintina, Robert (March 18, 2021). "PMPC releases official list of nominees for 36th Star Awards for Movies". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  36. ↑ "ABS-CBN dominates nominations for 27th Star Awards for Television". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  37. ↑ Villano, Alexa (December 3, 2015). "FULL LIST: Winners, 2015 PMPC Star Awards for TV". RAPPLER. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  38. ↑ Villano, Alexa (October 10, 2016). "FULL LIST: Nominees, PMPC Star Awards for Television 2016". RAPPLER. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
  39. ↑ "PMPC reveals nominees for 37th Star Awards for Television". PEP.ph. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
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