Ted Failon (born Mario Regalado Failon, May 5 1962) is a Filipino broadcast journalist, news anchor, and radio personality. He is best known for his work with ABS-CBN, where he anchored the flagship newscast TV Patrol and hosted various public affairs programs.
Early Life and Education
- Birthplace: Manila, Philippines.
- Family background: Son of Abraham Regalado Failon and Infantita Regalado, both educators.
- Education: Attended the University of the Philippines Diliman, earning a degree in Broadcast Communication.
Career Overview
| Period | Role | Organization | Notable Programs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1979–1984 | Radio broadcaster | DWIZ 882 | The Ted Failon Show |
| 1986–1992 | Television news reporter | RPN | Field reporting on national events |
| 1995–2015 | Anchor and host | ABS-CBN | TV Patrol (co‑anchor, 1995–2004, 2010–2015); Hoy Gising! (1998–2005); Failon Ngayon (public affairs) |
| 2015–2023 | News anchor | TV5 | Aksyon (co‑anchor) |
| 2023‑present | Media commentator | Various platforms | Guest appearances on political talk shows and podcasts |
Notable Achievements
- Awards: Multiple recognitions from the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) and the Catholic Mass Media Awards for excellence in journalism.
- Public Service: Actively involved in disaster relief and community outreach, particularly during Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in 2013.
Personal Life
- Spouse: Married to journalist and former ABS-CBN anchor Korina Sanchez (married 2009).
- Children: Two daughters, whom he has kept largely out of the public eye.
Recent Developments
Following his departure from ABS-CBN in 2015 amid network restructuring, Failon transitioned to TV5, where he continued anchoring news programs until 2023. In recent years, he has reduced full‑time broadcasting duties, opting for selective guest commentary and advocacy work.
The information presented is based on publicly available records and reputable news sources.
