Lexi Fernandez
Lexi Fernandez | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 5, 1995 Manila, Philippines |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 2010–2015 |
| Agent | GMA Artist Center (2010–2015) |
| Height | 5 ft 2 in (157 cm) |
| Spouse |
Harry Cordingley (m. 2023) |
| Parent | Maritoni Fernandez (mother) |
| Relatives | Antony Moynihan, 3rd Baron Moynihan (grandfather) |
Lexi Fernandez Alvarez-Cordingley (born January 5, 1995) is a Filipino actress. She is notable for her appearance as Leslie "Les" Fernan in the 2010 television drama series Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts,[1] as well as for portraying Chloe in the 2011 teen comedy film Tween Academy: Class of 2012.
Career
Lexi began her acting career under GMA Network, following in the footsteps of her mother, Maritoni, who is of English and Irish descent. She became a regular presence on several of the network’s television programs. In 2010, she played Stephanie Martinez in the television drama fantasy series Ilumina. In September 2010, she played Leslie "Les" Fernan in the drama romance Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts.[2] In 2011, she played Mystica Del Castillo in the drama Nita Negrita[3] and Danielle in the drama fantasy Iglot. In August 2011, she joined the main cast as Chloe in the teen comedy film Tween Academy: Class of 2012,[4] and in November 2011, she played Janine in the horror anthology The Road.[5] In December 2011, she originally played the role of Erika in the television sitcom Pepito Manaloto[6] in December; she was eventually replaced by Bea Binene.
In 2012, she played Queenie Delos Santos in the television drama fantasy series Alice Bungisngis and Her Wonder Walis,[3] Shirley Custoya in the drama comedy romance Together Forever, and Giselle Sarmiento in the drama fantasy Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa.[7] In 2013, she played Margarita Domiguez in the drama fantasy Kakambal ni Eliana.[8] In 2014, she appeared as Rose in the drama romance My Destiny, and in 2015, as Clara Salcedo in the romantic comedy Because of You.[9][10] She retired from showbiz in 2015, having suffered from anxiety and depression for two years prior.[11]
Personal life
She is the daughter of Maritoni Fernandez, a Filipina actress.[12] In 2019, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Child Development and Education from the University of Asia and the Pacific.[13] On November 19, 2023, she married her partner, Charles Harry Cordingley at the Church of St Cyriac and St Julitta in Newton St Cyres, Devon, United Kingdom.[14]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Babang Luksa | Celine |
| Tween Academy: Class of 2012 | Chloe | |
| The Road | Janine | |
| My House Husband: Ikaw Na! | Mimay | |
| 2012 | Just One Summer | Shaina |
| Sossy Problems | Stef | |
| Si Agimat, si Enteng Kabisote at si Ako | Cameo |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Note(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010–2012 | Reel Love Presents Tween Hearts | Leslie "Les" Fernan | |
| 2010 | Ilumina | Stephanie Martinez | |
| 2011 | Nita Negrita | Mystica "Misty" Del Castillo | |
| Time of My Life | Jessica | ||
| Iglot | Danielle | ||
| 2011–2012 | Pepito Manaloto | Erika | |
| 2012 | Alice Bungisngis and her Wonder Walis | Queenie Delos Santos | |
| Together Forever | Shirley Custoya | ||
| 2012–2013 | Magdalena: Anghel sa Putikan | Fatima "Timay" Natividad | |
| Paroa: Ang Kuwento ni Mariposa | Giselle Sarmiento | ||
| 2013 | Kakambal ni Eliana | Margarita "Marga" Dominguez | |
| Magpakailanman | Shiela May Niangar | Episode: "Flowers of Hope" | |
| Maynila | Mikkie | Episode: "Playful Hearts" | |
| 2014 | My Destiny | Rose | |
| 2015 | Because of You | Clara Salcedo |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Award / Nomination / Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | ENPRESS Golden Screen Awards | Breakthrough Performance by an Actress | The Road | Nominated |
References
- ^ "Lexi Fernandez has the showbiz family name, but she intends to make her own mark in the business". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
- ^ "Inside Entertainment". The Manila Standard. Archived from the original on July 14, 2011. Retrieved August 16, 2016
- ^ a b Mendoza, Ruel (April 15, 2013). "Lexi Fernandez on relationship with Jake Vargas: "Okey naman po kami ni Jake. We're friends and we can work naman anytime."". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
- ^ Camposano, Jerni May (September 18, 2011). "Face allure Lexi Fernandez". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 16, 2016
- ^ "The Road: An invitation from Lexi Fernandez". GMA Network. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
- ^ Pepito Manaloto: Sorry, strict ang parents ko! | Full Episode 95, March 10, 2021, retrieved June 7, 2021
- ^ "Scenes at the star-studded GMA Trade Launch". GMA Network. December 3, 2012. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
- ^ "Behind the scenes: 'Kakambal ni Eliana' pictorial". GMA Network. April 16, 2013. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
- ^ Franco, Bernie (November 22, 2023). "Former Kapuso actress Lexi Fernandez is now married". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
- ^ "#CelebrityThrowback: 'Tween Hearts' star Lexi Fernandez, where is she now?". GMA Network. February 17, 2020. Retrieved May 11, 2025.
- ^ Eusebio, Aaron Brennt (July 9, 2019). "Do you still remember former 'Tween Hearts' star Lexi Fernandez?". GMA News. Archived from the original on July 11, 2019. Retrieved July 11, 2019.
- ^ Garcia, Cara Emmeline (February 17, 2020). "LOOK: Maritoni Fernandez's tearful send-off to daughter Lexi Fernandez". GMA Network. Archived from the original on January 27, 2022. Retrieved January 27, 2022.
- ^ Sun, Cherry (August 5, 2019). "LOOK: Lexi Fernandez graduates from college". GMA Network. Archived from the original on August 7, 2019. Retrieved May 3, 2025.
- ^ Tuazon, Nikko (November 22, 2023). "Lexi Fernandez stunning in minimalist wedding gown, DIY bridal make-up". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Archived from the original on November 22, 2023. Retrieved November 22, 2023.