HEALTHY LYF: Richard Yap taps into his inner health

It is undeniable that Richard Yap’s rise to fame has been quite monumental. From playing Papa Chen in the primetime soap Binondo Girl, Richard is now known as the well-adored Sir Chief in the daytime “kiligserye” Please Be Careful with My Heart. His love story with Maya, played by Jodie Sta. Maria, has become the talk of the town: from their first hug to their first kiss to their eventual marriage. It’s no wonder that the soap has been going strong in Philippine television for more than a year.

Despite the pressures that come with being a celebrity, Richard looks great for his age. His skin glows, his looks are youthful and healthy, and his body is very fit. It’s surprising to know that he will celebrate his 47th birthday on May 18 this year. 

While it may all look effortless, Richard says that his sense of well-being is a result of making healthy choices. For one, Richard finds the time to exercise, despite the fact that he has only around three to four hours of sleep each day. “I have always been a great fan of exercising whether it be going to the gym or taking up an active sport,” he says. 

MUSIC LYF: Richard Yap Album Launch

From Chowking Commercials, to Papa Chen, and now his most iconic role as Ser Chief in "Be Careful With My Heart," Richard Yap has skyrocketed his career into new heights even having a larger following of actors younger than him. With his projects are both top rating and successful, a great family, what is missing in his life?

Unknown to many but Richard Yap also has a talent in singing. He has recently launched his self-titled debut album under Star records. He said that like their TV series–a feel-good, easy listening collection of tracks composed of nine revivals that were all chosen by ‘Ser Chief’ himself.