Jiro Manio returns to Boss Toyo: “Aminin ko na, naghirap din ako”

• Jiro Manio returned to Boss Toyo’s shop to sell another childhood acting trophy amid financial struggles
• He said he is still recovering personally and professionally and has yet to land steady mainstream projects
• The former child actor admitted he lost income, business, and contacts after years away from showbiz
• Boss Toyo purchased the trophy for P75,000 during a new episode of Pinoy Pawnstars

Former child actor Jiro Manio once again appeared on the YouTube show Pinoy Pawnstars, where he sold another one of his childhood acting trophies to Boss Toyo, two years after parting with his Gawad Urian Best Actor trophy for the same amount.

In the latest episode, Jiro opened up about his current situation and admitted that while he is taking things slow at home, stable work has been difficult to find. He shared that he accepts guestings and small gigs whenever they come, but breaking back into mainstream projects remains a challenge.

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“Okay lang. Relax lang sa bahay pero wala pa ring trabaho. May mga kumukuha sa aking guesting at saka mga raket, pero pag sa mainstream nahihirapan pa talaga ako. Kailangan ko pa talaga ng recovery. Kailangan kong bumawi pa sa sarili ko, eh. Kasi grabe ‘yung pagod na inabot ko,” he said.

The actor also spoke honestly about the long period he spent away from showbiz, saying it affected both his finances and professional network. He revealed that he lost income, business opportunities, and industry contacts, making his comeback even harder.

“Aminin ko na, naghirap din ako. Nawalan ako ng income, nawalan ako ng business, nawalan ako ng mga contact. So hanggang ngayon bumabawi ako sa recovery ko. Hirap na hirap ako. Guesting tinatanggap ko kahit na magkano, magka-project lang ako,” he added.

For the trophy he brought to the shop, which is his first acting trophy, Boss Toyo agreed to buy it for P75,000, the same price he previously paid for Jiro’s Gawad Urian award. The emotional exchange highlighted both the sentimental value of the item and Jiro’s ongoing efforts to rebuild his life step by step.

Jiro Manio was a highly regarded child star who appeared in several memorable films, including Magnifico and Anak. At a young age, he earned critical acclaim and even won a Gawad Urian Best Actor award. He began his acting career at just seven years old, debuting in the film Pamana in 1999.

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In a past article, the former child actor made a special appearance on Boss Toyo’s Pinoy Pawnstars Episode 301, where he decided to sell his prestigious Gawad Urian Best Actor trophy, which he won in 2004 for Magnifico. Boss Toyo purchased the meaningful award for ₱75,000, creating a touching and symbolic moment in Jiro’s journey. He also reminded Jiro that his contributions to Philippine cinema remain valuable and unforgettable.

KAMI earlier reported that Ai-Ai delas Alas spoke about what happened after she helped Jiro back in 2015. She shared that after he was spotted at NAIA, she personally arranged for him to undergo rehabilitation in Quezon City to support his recovery.

Source: KAMI.com.gh