For years, this pop singing sensation has left many fans breathless.
Multi-talented and renowned American artist Rex Smith will be back to give his numerous Filipino fans another memorable show on Sept. 18 at the Kia Theatre, Araneta Center.
The concert, billed I am Rex Smith, will feature hits that made the actor, singer-songwriter, and former teen idol famous. Rex will take his audience on a musical journey with some of his biggest and most beloved songs like “You Take my Breath Away,” “Simply Jesse,” “Let’s Make a Memory,” “Everlasting Love,” and “Forever.”
His most famous ballads have become so close to the hearts of Filipinos that they are practically staples in their karaoke repertoire.
Since early 1970s, Rex has enjoyed great success not only in his musical career but also in theater and show business.
Smith made his acting debut on Broadway when he played the role of Danny Zuko in the hit musical Grease in 1978. He also starred in the teen-oriented movie TV movie Sooner or Later in 1979 in which he performed songs on the soundtrack, including his single “You Take My Breath Away.” This ballad reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and made Smith an overnight sensation.
His other Broadway starring roles were in Grand Hotel, Sunset Boulevard, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Annie Get Your Gun, and Kiss Me Kate. He later appeared on the stage and in the film versions of The Pirates of Penzance in 1983.
Rex also played roles in a number of television series. In 1985, he played the role of a motorcycle police officer in Street Hawk. He also appeared as guests on shows like Baywatch, Love Boat, and, unbeknownst to some, he also played the role of Daredevil a.k.a. Matt Murdock in the television movie, The Trial of the Incredible Hulk in 1989.
Smith also became a TV host for the hit series Solid Gold with Marilyn McCoo in 1982.
Smith has already recorded over 12 albums throughout his musical career. He performed in Manila during his Asian tour in 2013 and was one of the performers at the opening of Novotel Manila Araneta Center early this year.
Tickets to I am Rex Smith presented by Steve O’ Neal Productions and Uniprom, Inc. are available at Ticketnet outlets. Visit www.ticketnet.ph for more details.
