Matet de Leon’s private and public life

When we hear the name Matet de Leon (Maria Theresa Villamayor in real life), we often remember her as one of the most prominent child stars in the ’80s.

The daughter of two Philippine showbiz royalties — Superstar Nora Aunor and seasoned actor Christopher de Leon — Matet was able to move out from her parents’ shadows by carving her own career as an actress both in TV and film.

Aside from her showbiz life, Matet is a doting mother to her three children with her loyal husband, basketball player-turned-chef Mickey Estrada.

Let us look at the career of one of the finest actresses in the local show business, Matet de Leon, in this gallery.

Matet de Leon

Matet’s name will always be connected with ex-couple Christopher de Leon and Nora Aunor, who adopted her.

Matet siblings

Matet has a close bond with her siblings Lotlot de Leon, Kenneth, and Kiko who also happen to be adopted. Ian de Leon is the only biological son of Christopher and Nora.

Chikiting

Matet’s first film was ‘I Love You, Ma, I Love You, Pa’ in 1986. But, her acting performance was noticed in the movie “Bunsong Kerubin” which earned her ‘Best Child Actress nomination from the 1988 FAMAS Awards.

Cute photos

More adorable shots of little Matet!

Screen veterans

Matet got the opportunity to act alongside the late Fernando Poe Jr. in the film ‘One Day Isang Araw’ in 1988. She also starred in the 1997 movie ‘Mama Dito Sa Aking Puso,’ with her mom Nora.

TV projects

According to reports, Matet began acting on TV in 2001 via the soap ‘Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan.’

Kapuso projects

She was able to do projects in GMA-7 and ABS-CBN. Some of her TV series with the Kapuso Network were ‘InstaDad’ (2015) and ‘That’s My Amboy’ (2016).

John Lloyd and Sarah

Movie fans will also remember Matet for her role as Zoila, a friend of Laida played by Sarah Geronimo in the blockbuster movie “A Very Special Love,” which also stars multi-awarded actor John Lloyd Cruz. She also reprised her roles in the following sequels: “You Changed My Life” and “It Takes a Man and a Woman.”

Wedding 2004

Matet has been married to John Michael “Mickey” Estrada for at least 18 years.

Mother

When she’s not acting in front of the camera, Matet is busy as a mom to her three daughters: Mishka, Mikaela, and Mia.

Fur mom

Matet de Leon is also a proud fur mom.

Casita Estrada

Just like many celebrity entrepreneurs, Matet also opened her own business ‘Casita Estrada,’ which sells gourmet Tuyo and Tinapa.

Matet’s Career

There are more things in store for the brilliant and talented Matet de Leon in the future!