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This breakout artist of 2010 has produced a lot of hit songs over the years. He co-wrote the hooks to B.O.B’s “Nothin’ on You” and Travie McCoy’s “Billionaire.” He also shares writing credits to Flo Rida’s “Right Round” and “Forget You” by Cee-Lo Green. Born in Hawaii to a Filipino mother and Puerto Rican father, this crooner is finally getting his time under the sun. His songs “Just the Way You Are” and “Grenade” have topped charts all over the word! Catch him in the Philippines this April 8 at the Araneta Coliseum.

This fierce femme is the lead singer of popular girl group Pussycat Dolls. She has also launched a few singles as a solo artist although her debut album is still in the works. Born to Filipino dad Alfonso and Hawaiian-Russian mom Rosemary, Nicole laughingly shared, “I’m Filipino-Russian-Hawaiian, but people think I’m from Pakistan.” In another interview, she also revealed that Lea Salonga was one of her childhood idols and that a collaboration with the Broadway star would be a dream come true.

As one of the members of hit hip-hop group Black Eyed Peas, Apl.D.Ap’s fame is at its all-time peak. Apl is very proud of his Filipino roots (he was born in Angeles, Pampanga, to a Filipino mom and African American dad), even going so far as writing two Filipino songs, “The Apl Song” and “Bebot.”

Before he snagged the role of Blaine in Glee, Darren was already making waves as the lead actor in the Harry Potter musical parodies, A Very Potter Musical and A Very Potter Sequel. Born to a Filipino mother and an Irish-American father, this cutie captured everyone’s hearts as soon as he sang the first notes of Katy Perry’s “Teenage Dream” on Glee.

This High School Musical star loves being Pinay. “I am so proud of my heritage. I love being a Filipina,” she is quoted as saying on Inquirer.net. “There aren’t very many Filipino girls in the industry. So being able to stand up and be that girl makes me proud.” Vanessa shares that her Filipino mom inspired her to follow her dreams. “She’s an inspiration. She always tells me how proud she is of me. It’s really touching.”

This handsome Latino singer is the son of Madrid-based Filipina journalist and model Isabel Preysler and international singing superstar Julio Iglesias. Enrique enjoys worldwide popularity with his music. For his musical achievements, Enrique has earned a Grammy for Best Latin Performance in 2007 and several American Music Awards for Favorite Latin Artist.

Professional dancer Cheryl is a two-time Dancing with the Stars champion. Her mom, Sherrie Bautista-Burke, inspired her to get into dancing when she was younger. Her work in the show gained her two nominations for Outstanding Choreography at the Prime Time Emmy Awards in 2006.

You might know him as Jeremy, Elena’s brother in the hit TV series The Vampire Diaries, but what you probably don’t know is that he has Filipino blood. His paternal grandparents are the legendary Steve McQueen and Filipino-born actress Neile Adams.

Everyone knows Rob Schneider has a Filipino mom—she’s had cameos in his movies, after all. His roles in films like Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo and The Hot Chick have made him a staple on comedy (and chick flick) night.

Anna jumpstarted her career when she snagged the role of clueless Ashley on the hit Disney show Hannah Montana. The granddaughter of the Queen of Kundiman Sylvia La Torre, Anna has dreamt of becoming a singer since she was a kid. “I always wanted to be a singer. I just love to sing. I was the very first Asian Cinderella in the Bay Area, by the way,” she is quoted as saying on PEP.ph. Her prayers were eventually answered as she got the chance to showcase her singing talents in Camp Rock and Fame.

You might know him as the Chairman on Iron Chef America and Iron Chef Australia. He started out as an actor in martial films and counts Jackie Chan, Bruce Lee, and his Filipino father Al Dacascos as his influences. He currently stars in the remake of the crime drama series Hawaii Five-O as Wo Fat.

This beautiful actress caught Hollywood’s attention when she played Chinese-British assassin Peaceful Fountains of Desire in the James Bond film Die Another Day. She is currently the global ambassador for all-natural personal care brand Human Nature.

This Filipino-Mexican R&B/pop singer first appeared on pop sensation Justin Bieber’s music video for “Baby.” Months later, Jasmine revealed that she has more than just dancing skills under her belt as she performed as the opening act during the second leg of Justin’s My World Tour. She also sang the American National Anthem at Manny Pacquiao's boxing match against Ricky Hatton in 2009.

This 14-year-old actress was recently nominated for a Best Supporting Actress Award at the Oscars this year for her role as young Mattie in True Grit. Born to a Filipino mother in California, this achiever has already earned nods from more than 10 award-giving bodies.

This World Wrestling Entertainment six-time world champion is famous all over the world for his skills in wrestling. Born David Michael Bautista, Jr., this fighter says he’s proud of his roots—he even has a tattoo with the Filipino and Greek flags combined as a tribute to his heritage. “My father is Filipino, my grandparents are from the Philippines, and my mother is Greek,” he tells the Manila Standard. Batista says his paternal grandfather, who worked odd jobs to provide for their family, showed him what determination and hard work could do. “I’ve always been very aggressive in life just like my grandparents. It is the same drive that motivates me to try and do my best, and when things slow down, all I have to do is to look at my three daughters to feel that hunger again.”

Tia was born in Hawaii to a Filipina mother and American father. She’s appeared in films like True Lies and Rising Sun. Tia actually dreamed of becoming a singer before she became an actress, having once joined Star Search as a teen in 1985. Although she was eliminated, Tia pursued a career in singing later on. Her Hawaiian album ‘Ikena won a Grammy Award in 2009 for Best Contemporary Hawaiian Album.

If you’re a fan of Grammy Award-winning heavy metal band Metallica, you’ll be happy to know their highly talented lead guitarist Kirk was born in San Francisco to a Filipino mother. Trained by famous guitarist Joe Satriani, Kirk joined Metallica after their original guitarist Dave Mustaine was removed from the band.

If you’ve ever had last song syndrome from the British group Sugababes’s "Push the Button," then you know that Mutya, one of the original members of the band, has a Filipino father. She left the group in 2005 to take care of her baby, Tahlia-Maya, before coming back to the music scene as a solo artist in 2006.

Born to Filipina Lucita Aranas and American Gerald Upchurch, Lou became famous after playing Ritchie Valens in the film La Bamba in 1987. Two years later, his stunning performance in high school drama film Stand and Deliver earned him a Best Supporting Actor nomination from the Golden Globes. Since then, Lou has been focusing on his Broadway career. He got a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance in the Broadway musical The King and I.