Anne Curtis-Smith, commonly known as Anne Curtis, is a renowned Filipino-Australian actress, television host, entrepreneur, and model.
Over the years, she has cemented her status as one of the most successful and highest-paid actresses in the Philippine entertainment industry.
Her versatility, charm, and dynamic on-screen presence have made her a beloved figure among Filipino audiences.
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Profile
- Full Name: Anne Curtis-Smith
- Stage Name: Anne Curtis
- Born: February 17, 1985
- Age: 39 years old
- Birthplace: Yarrawonga, Australia
- Nationality: Filipino-Australian
- Occupation: Actress, television host, model, entrepreneur
- Height: 1.68 m
- Parents: Carmen Ojales and James Ernest Curtis-Smith
- Siblings: Jasmine Curtis-Smith and Thomas James Curtis-Smith
- Spouse: Erwan Heussaff (m. 2017)
- Children: Dahlia Amelie Heussaff
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $10 million
Early Life and Education
Anne Curtis-Smith was born on February 17, 1985, in Yarrawonga, Victoria, Australia. She is the daughter of Carmen Ojales, a Filipina from Bolinao, Pangasinan, and James Ernest Curtis-Smith, an Australian lawyer. Anne has two siblings, her younger sister Jasmine Curtis-Smith, also an actress, and her brother Thomas James Curtis-Smith.
Curtis spent her early childhood in Australia, completing her primary education there before moving to the Philippines to pursue an entertainment career. She continued her studies at Colegio de Santa Rosa in the Philippines.
Career
Anne Curtis began her career as a child actress, appearing in commercials and television shows at a young age. She made her film debut at age 12 in the 1997 fantasy drama Magic Kingdom: Ang Alamat ng Damortis. Her breakthrough role came in 2005 when she starred as a disfigured woman in the television series Kampanerang Kuba
From 1998 to 2003, Curtis took on minor and supporting roles in films and TV shows. In 2004, she transitioned from GMA Network to ABS-CBN, describing the shift as “life-changing.” Her first project with ABS-CBN was the drama series Hiram. She also joined the variety show ASAP as a host and performer.
Anne’s big break came in 2005 when she was cast in the lead role of Kampanerang Kuba, working with director Wenn V. Deramas. Over the years, she starred in a number of successful films across various genres, including:
- The Gifted (2014)
- Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story (2018)
- Aurora (2018)
- Just a Stranger (2019)
- The Mall, The Merrier! (2019)
In 2015, Curtis was appointed as a UNICEF Celebrity Advocate for Children, and in 2019, she became the national ambassador for the organization. She was also named one of the Most Promising Asian Acts by Variety and the International Film Festival and Awards in 2018. Forbes Asia included her in its 2020 list of 100 Digital Stars in the Asia Pacific.
In 2024, Curtis became the fourth Filipino to be honored with a Madame Tussauds wax figure in Hong Kong. She is the most-followed Filipino celebrity on Twitter and the second most-followed on Instagram.
Awards and Nominations
Anne Curtis has received numerous awards and nominations throughout her career, recognizing her contributions to both film and television:
Film Awards:
- Metro Manila Film Festival:
- Best Actress (2008) for Baler
- Best Actress (2011) for No Other Woman
- FAMAS Awards:
- Best Supporting Actress (2011) for In Your Eyes
- Best Actress (2011) for No Other Woman
- Best Actress (2013) for A Secret Affair
- Luna Awards:
- Best Supporting Actress (2011) for In Your Eyes
- Box Office Entertainment Awards:
- Box Office Queen (2013)
- FAP Awards:
- Best Supporting Actress (2011) for In Your Eyes
- Best Actress (2019) for Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story
Television Awards:
- PMPC Star Awards for TV:
- Best Talent Search Program Host (2012) for It’s Showtime
- Best Drama Actress (2012) for Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw
- Best Female TV Host (2013) for It’s Showtime
- Best Reality/Game Show Host (2013) for It’s Showtime
Social Media
- Instagram: @annecurtissmith
- Facebook: Anne Curtis
- Twitter: @annecurtissmith
Personal Life
Anne Curtis married her longtime partner, Erwan Heussaff, on November 12, 2017, in a beautiful ceremony in Queenstown, New Zealand. Erwan is a French-Filipino chef, food vlogger, and entrepreneur. Together, they have a daughter, Dahlia Amelie Heussaff, and reside in the Philippines.
Filmography
Television Series:
- Ikaw na Sana (1997)
- T.G.I.S. (1998–2003)
- May Bukas Pa (2000)
- Beh Bote Nga (2002–2004)
- Anna Karenina (2003)
- Idol Ko si Kap (2003)
- Kampanerang Kuba (2005)
- It’s Showtime (2009–present)
- Ang Probinsyano (2021)
- Drag Race Philippines (2023)
Films:
- Magic Kingdom: Ang Alamat ng Damortis (1997)
- Honey, My Love… So Sweet (1999)
- Ika-13 Kapitulo (2000)
- Juan & Ted: Wanted (2001)
- All About Love (2006)
- Ang Cute ng Ina Mo! (2007)
- When Love Begins (2008)
- Baler (2008)
- Dyosa (2008)
- In Your Eyes (2010)
- No Other Woman (2011)
- A Secret Affair (2012)
- The Gifted (2014)
- Sid & Aya: Not a Love Story (2018)
- Aurora (2018)
- Just a Stranger (2019)
- The Mall, The Merrier! (2019)
- BuyBust (2018)
Net Worth
Anne Curtis has an estimated net worth of $10 million, thanks to her successful career in acting, hosting, and various entrepreneurial ventures.
Her work in blockbuster films and television shows has been a major contributor to her wealth, alongside brand endorsements and her involvement in various philanthropic efforts.