Vic Sotto (known worldwide as Bossing) is arguably the Philippines’ most beloved entertainer. Actor, comedian, TV host, singer, and producer Vic Sotto has successfully paved the way for a prolific career spanning many decades. With a reported net worth today of about $14 million, it is no surprise that Vic Sotto would be one of the wealthiest and most significant individuals in Philippine showbiz circles.
Having simply started as a singer in a disco band, he has now grown into an icon of Philippine entertainment, hosting the most popular variety show on Philippine television, Eat Bulaga!, in addition to producing and starring in the blockbuster films of the Enteng Kabisote series over and over again (I’ve lost count already!). Vic Sotto proves that talent and charm can coexist with business savvy.
Vic Sotto’s Early Life
Vicente “Vic” Sotto was born on April 28, 1954, in Manila, Philippines. Due to a family of achievers, Vic was raised in an environment of expectation. His brother Tito Sotto was a senator, and Val Sotto was a singer and actor.
Vic Sotto was educated at the College de San Juan de Letran, where he began to show his interest in performing. He had somewhat of a fan base before he became popular as a singer and guitarist for VST & Company, a well-known disco band in the Philippines in the late 70s.
Vic Sotto enjoyed meteoric success soon afterwards, alongside Tito Sotto and Joey de Leon with a comedy trio, Tito, Vic, & Joey. The group gained fame through its daily noontime program Eat Bulaga!, which premiered in 1979.
Eat Bulaga! became the longest-running noontime variety show in the history of the Philippines, with Vic as one of the main stars. Audiences loved Vic for his authentic comedy, charisma, and ability to connect with all ages for decades.
Film Career
In addition to television, Vic Sotto has contributed to the entertainment industry with films. He was in and produced some of the highest-grossing Filipino films, mainly working through the Metro Manila Film Festival. Below is a list of Vic’s most famous films.
Okay, Ka, Fairy Ko!
Lastikman
Enteng Kabisote film series
My Little Bossings
Meant to Be
In particular, the Enteng Kabisote series is a comedic, family-fantasy film that is always a box office draw at the Film Festival. Critics will tell you the films are formulaic, yet, as a critic, you can’t dispute Vic’s box office success.
Television
Vic, by now, is synonymous with Eat Bulaga!, where he has been a host for decades. Eat Bulaga! has been a launching pad for some great talent, and Vic has been the beloved face people adore for his humor and kindness.
Vic is the star of sitcoms as well:
Okay, Ka, Fairy Ko!
Daddy Di Do Du
Both portray Vic as the lovable father figure who entertains children’s concerns while earning the respect of their fathers. Music, Business, and Endorsements
Vic Sotto participated in VST & Company before he took over television, which helped create the Disco fever that took hold of the Philippines back in the day. He then ventured into business and established M-Zet Productions, which has developed and produced most of his hit movies and television shows.
His production company over the years has been one of his greatest sources of profit because being a producer also gave him power, in addition to acting.
Vic has been a top cultural endorser of food, drinks, and household goods and services.
Personal Life
Throughout the years, Vic Sotto has also had relationships that have made people take notice. He was married to actress Dina Bonnevie in the 1980s and has two children with her, including actress Danica Sotto. He also dated actresses Coney Reyes and Angela Luz, who are mothers of some of his other kids.
In 2016, Vic Sotto married his wife, actress and host Pauleen Luna. Though the two have a very significant age difference, their marriage has been just as strong as was expected, even having a daughter together. In his day-to-day life, Vic Sotto is recognized for being a devoted father and a loving husband while balancing the demands of showbiz.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Vic Sotto
Q1: What is Vic Sotto’s net worth?
Vic Sotto’s net worth is approximately $14 million.
Q2: Why is Vic Sotto called “Bossing”?
“Bossing” was a title bestowed by fans and co-hosts as a sign of respect for Vic Sotto’s authority as a leader and longevity in the entertainment industry.
Q3: What is Vic Sotto most famous for?
Vic Sotto is mostly known as a host of the television show Eat Bulaga! and as an artist from the Enteng Kabisote film series.
Q4: Does Vic Sotto own a production company?
Yes, Vic Sotto owns M-Zet Productions, which is a production company that develops and produces film and television projects for him.
Q5: Who is Vic Sotto married to now?
Vic Sotto is currently married to actress and TV personality Pauleen Luna, with whom he has a daughter.
