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Adrian Lindayag
Filipino actor and theater performer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Adrian Lindayag is a Filipino actor, singer, and theater performer known for his work in film, television, and stage musicals. He gained national recognition for his role in the pioneering Filipino Boys’ Love (BL) film The Boy Foretold by the Stars and has since become a prominent voice in the performing arts and LGBTQ+ advocacy in the Philippines.[1][2]
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Career
Theater
Lindayag's theater career took a significant leap in 2018 when he won HuGot Talent: The Search for the Next Raksta, a talent competition organized by the Philippine Educational Theater Association (PETA). This victory earned him the role of Jewel in the hit musical Rak of Aegis, marking his professional debut on a major stage.[3]
He has since appeared in various critically acclaimed productions including Zsazsa Zaturnnah The Musical,[4] Regine: The Fairy Godmother,[5] and the Philippine staging of Rent, in which he played Angel—a role that held deep personal significance.[6]
Television
Lindayag has appeared in numerous Filipino television series, including Kadenang Ginto, Maalaala Mo Kaya, and Oh My Dad!. He is known for playing emotionally resonant and socially relevant characters.[7]
Film
In 2020, Lindayag starred as Dominic Cruz in The Boy Foretold by the Stars, the first mainstream Filipino BL film. His performance was widely praised and led to a continuation in the iWantTFC series Love Beneath the Stars. The film and series marked a turning point in Philippine LGBTQ+ representation in media, with Lindayag at the forefront.[8]
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Personal life
Adrian Lindayag is the eldest son of director Roderick Lindayag.[9]
In 2023, Lindayag publicly revealed that he has been living with HIV since 2017. He made the announcement during the press run of Rent, drawing a parallel between his personal journey and the experiences of the character Angel, a drag performer who also lives with HIV. His openness was met with support and contributed significantly to HIV awareness and destigmatization efforts in the Philippines.[10]
In June 2025, Lindayag married his longtime partner, Michael Dychiao, in a private ceremony in New York City. The couple shared photos of the wedding on social media, garnering support and celebration from fans and colleagues.[11]
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Advocacy
Lindayag is a vocal advocate for HIV awareness, LGBTQ+ rights, and mental health. Through both his work and personal life, he champions visibility and acceptance for marginalized communities.[12]
Discography
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Filmography
Film
Television
Theater
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Accolades
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