Markki Stroem (born March 21, 1987) is a Filipino-Norwegian actor, singer, songwriter, director, and producer. He became known as a finalist on the first season of ABS-CBN's Pilipinas Got Talent.

He graduated with honors from the Glion Institute of Higher Education in Switzerland, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality and Marketing Management.

Stroem was the 4th runner-up for Mr. Universe 2024. He hosts the radio talk show The Morning Rush on Monster RX93.1.

Theatre and Film/TV

Stroem's theater credits include the roles of Henry in Next To Normal (Atlantis, 2011),[citation needed] Shane Gray in Camp Rock (Repertory, 2012),[citation needed] Tommy Ross in Carrie: The Musical (Atlantis, 2013),[citation needed] Leading Man in Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady (Dalanghita prod, 2015),[citation needed] Tommy DeVito in Jersey Boys (Atlantis, 2016),[citation needed] Gabby in Awitin Mo at Isasayaw ko (Ballet Philippines, 2016),[citation needed] Claude Hooper Bukowski in Hair (Repertory, 2017),[citation needed] Terry Connor in Side Show (Atlantis, 2018),[citation needed] and Joe Pitt in Angels in America (Atlantis, 2019).[citation needed]

His film and TV credits include the roles of Kyle in the kids TV series Wako Wako (ABS-CBN, 2012) and Elle in Slumber Party (Cinema One Originals Awards, 2012). His most recent role is Norman in Lolo and the Kid (Netflix, 2024).

Stroem was nominated at the Cinema One Originals Awards[citation needed], the Golden Screen Award, the Gawad Tangi[citation needed], and the PMPC Star Awards for Movies[citation needed]. His 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival entry garnered 14 awards at the 39th annual Metro Manila Film Festival movie awards, including best movie[citation needed]. He was also nominated for a Gawad Buhay award for his performance as Claude Hooper Bukowski in Hair (Repertory, 2017)[citation needed].

Music

Stroem produced and directed the following music videos: Rachelle Ann Go’s “Whispered Fear,” Christian Bautista and Neocolours’ “Sasabihin,” and Noel Cabangon's “Tuwing Umuulan at Kapiling Ka.” He is also the director and co-producer of his singles “Steal Your Soul” and “Thousands of Pieces.” Stroem's music video “Beautiful Tragic Memory” stars actor Nacho Tambunting and is directed by Kenneth Amparo.[citation needed]

Stroem released his first solo album, "Thousands of Pieces," under Cornerstone Music.

He also participated in ASAP, Boys R Boys (BRB), and the Guillermo Mendoza Box Office Awards, winning the Most Promising Male Group award.

Personal life

In 2022, Stroem publicly came out as demisexual.

Filmography

Theater

YearTitleRole
2011Next to NormalHenry
2012Camp Rock the MusicalShane Gray
2013Carrie: The MusicalTommy Ross
2015Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading LadyLeading Man
2016Jersey BoysTommy de Vito
2016Awitin Mo At Isasayaw KoGabby
2017HairClaude Hooper Bukowski
2018SideShowTerry Connor
2019Angels in America: Millennium ApproachesJoe Pitt
2022Mula Sa BuwanChristian
2023Sound of MusicRolf
2023Contra MundumCharlie Dacanay
2024RentBenny & Collins
2024Little Shop of HorrorsOrin

Film

YearFilmRole
2012Slumber PartyElmer Buenaventura
2013Amor Y MuerteDiego
2013RaketerosPaolo
201310,000 HoursMark Alcaraz
2015Halik Sa HanginEdsel
2015Buy Now, Die LaterJosh
2016Ang Hapis at Himagsik ni Hermano PuliLt.Col Juet
2018I Love You, HaterAntoni
2020Unlocked: Andrew & BrixAndrew
2024Lolo and the KidNorman

Television

YearTitleRole
2011–2014ASAPHimself
2011Luv CrazyWhammy
2012Wako WakoKyle
2013Maalaala Mo Kaya: Seven DaysClarence
2014Mars Ravelo's DyesebelAblon
2014Maalaala Mo Kaya
2015Kapamilya Deal or No DealBriefcase Number 17
2016Doble KaraFrank
2016We Love OPM!Himself
2019Tawag Ng Tanghalan Celebrity EditionHimself
2019MMK Not My DignityMark
2021Love At The End of The WorldMark Anthony Handang
2022My Delivery GurlBingo

Discography

  • Pilipinas You Got It, Star Records 2011
  • Thousands of Pieces, Cornerstone Music 2012

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