Ricci Rivero is a Filipino actor and basketball player best known for his work as a shooting guard and small forward. He began playing basketball at an early age and has since amassed a number of high-level accomplishments via his labor.
Quick Facts
| Full Real Name | Ricci Paolo Uy Rivero |
| Name | Ricci Rivero |
| Nickname | Ricci |
| Popular for | Proposing actress Andrea Brillantes |
| Language | Filipino |
| School Name | La Salle Green Hill |
| Education | Graduate |
| University | De La Salle University Manila |
| Profession | basketball player and actor |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Ethnicity | Filipino |
| Net worth | $2 million USD |
| Age (as of 2024) | 25 years old. |
| Date of Birth | 25th May 1998 |
| Place of Birth | Ilagan, Isabela in the Phillippines |
| Current Residence | Manila |
| Weight (approx.) | In Kilograms: 90 kg In Pounds: 198 lbs. |
| Height (approx.) | In Feet Inches: 6′ 1″ |
Ricci Rivero Age & Early Life
Ricci Rivero was born on 25th May 1998, in the Philippines. However, he eventually relocated to Manila in search of greater future chances. When he was in high school at La Salle Green Hill in Mandaluyong, the now 25-year-old basketball star fought greatly for success. When he was in his senior year of high school, he averaged 25.4 points a game, with 2.8 assists and 8.8 rebounds.
When he got to college, he joined the De La Salle Green Archers squad after doing well in school. He was a member of the De la Salle Green Archers for two years until leaving in 2018. He left the De La Salle Green Archers because he did not want to join Gilas Pilipinas, but in May 2018, an offer to join the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons team was presented to him, and he is still associated with this team and represents it on several levels.
Ricci Rivero Height & Weight
Ricci Rivero is 6 feet 1 inches tall. He weighs approximately 90 kg. He has lovely warm black eyes and Black locks. There is no information on his chest-waist-hip measurements, dress size, shoe size, biceps, and so on.
Ricci Rivero Net Worth
How much is Ricci Rivero’s net worth? Ricci’s net worth is estimated to be $2 million USD as of March 2024. He has made money not just through basketball games, but also from acting and sponsorships. Throughout his career, he has been an ambassador for companies such as Honda, Gatorade, Nike, Globe, and many more. Earlier in 2021, he appeared in a Pepsi endorsement campaign that aired in Time Square, New York.
Career
Ricci has risen to prominence as a result of his basketball career, which he began in 2013. Rivero made his debut for his country’s national team at the age of 16. His nation has considered him for the 23 for 23 pool, which will allow him to represent his country in the 2023 Fiba World Cup. However, his name was eventually removed from the lineup. Earlier this year, at the 2019 Fiba World Cup, he practiced with the senior players. He got the Most Improved Player title while playing for his former squad, De la Salle Green Archer. However, after announcing his departure from Team De la Salle, he went on to play for the Up Fighting Maroons.
However, owing to UAAP eligibility regulations at the time, he was unable to participate in Season 81 and went on to play 82 seasons. Ricci Rivero’s Fighting Maroons were defeated by the UST Growling Tigers in season 82. He was receiving offers to go abroad in Japan when he was playing for Season 83. He is an actor in addition to his basketball career. In 2016, he appeared in the conclusion of Nike Rise Philippines, a reality documentary basketball show. Later that year, in 2018, he appeared in the film Otlum as the character Dindo. In 2021, he played the lead in two films and one television programAugust
Ricci Rivero Girlfriend & Dating
Who is Ricci Rivero’s dating? Ricci recently opened out to the media about his love life. On April 9, 2022, Ricci Rivero was participating in a University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) game. Andrea Brillantes, his girlfriend, was seated in the bleachers, watching Ricci play his game. During the basketball game, Ricci surprised Andrea Brillantes with a proposal. He took up the microphone and asked Andrea Brillantes, in front of the whole globe, whether she would be his girlfriend. Andrea, who was seated in the bleachers, grabbed the shirt with the word “Yes” on it and replied to Ricci’s query by responding yes to him.
When Ricci Rivero observed her response, he said “I love You” one more before exiting the court. Andrea uploaded a picture of herself wearing a T-shirt with the phrase “Yes” and clutching a sunflower bouquet on her Facebook page after the event. She captioned her photo, saying she was watching the UAAP play and didn’t expect to meet a lover there. Andrea’s fans have complimented her on her new love life. Ricci, on the other hand, announced his new relationship on his official Twitter account.
