Ricci Rivero is a Filipino actor and basketball player best known for his work as a shooting guard and wing. He started playing basketball at an early age and since then has accumulated numerous achievements at a high level through his work.
Fast facts
| Full real name | Ricci Paolo Uy Rivero |
| Name | Ricci Rivero |
| Nickname | Ricci |
| Popular for | He proposed to actress Andrea Brillantes |
| Language | Philippine |
| School name | La Salle Green Hill |
| Education | Graduated |
| University | De La Salle University Manila |
| Profession | basketball player and actor |
| Zodiac sign | Gemini |
| Nationality | Philippine |
| Nationality | Philippine |
| Netto value | 2 million USD |
| Age (as of 2023) | 25 years. |
| date of birth | May 25, 1998 |
| Birth place | Ilagan, Isabela in the Philippines |
| Current residence | Manila |
| Weight (approximate) | In kilograms: 90 kg In pounds: 198 lbs. |
| Height (approximate) | In feet inches: 6′ 1″ |
Ricci Rivero Age and Early Life
Ricci Rivero was born on May 25, 1998 in the Philippines. However, he eventually moved to Manila in search of greater future opportunities. While in high school at La Salle Green Hill in Mandaluyong, the now 25-year-old basketball star struggled a lot to succeed. In his senior year of high school, he averaged 25.4 points per game, along with 2.8 assists and 8.8 rebounds.
When he got to college, he joined the De La Salle Green Archers 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 was presented to him by the Philippines Fighting Maroons team, and he still associated with that team and representing it on several levels.
Height and weight of Ricci Rivero
Ricci Rivero is 6 feet 1 inch tall. It weighs about 90 kg. She has wonderful warm black eyes and black locks. There is no information about his chest, waist and 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 at $2 million USD as of September 2023. He earned his money not only from playing basketball, but also from acting and sponsorships. During his career, he was an ambassador for companies such as Honda, Gatorade, Nike, Globe and many others. Earlier in 2021, he appeared in a Pepsi endorsement campaign that aired in Time Square, New York.
Career
Ricci became famous thanks to his basketball career, which he started in 2013. Rivero made his debut for his country’s national team at the age of 16. His nation considered him for the 23 for 23 pool, which will allow him to represent his country at the Fiba World Championships in 2023. However, his name was eventually removed from the squad. Earlier this year, at the 2019 Fiba World Championship, he practiced with senior players. He was awarded the title of Most Improved Player while playing for his former team, De la Salle Green Archer. However, after announcing his departure from Team De la Salle, he continued to play for the Up Fighting Maroons.
However, due to the UAAP’s eligibility regulations at the time, he was unable to participate in the 81 season and went on to play in the 82 season. Ricci Rivero’s Fighting Maroons were defeated by the UST Growling Tigers in Season 82. He received offers to go overseas in Japan while 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 role in two films and one television program August
Ricci Rivero Girlfriend and dating
Who is Ricci Rivero dating? Ricci recently revealed his love life to the media. On April 9, 2022, Ricci Rivero participated in a University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) match. Andrea Brillantes, his girlfriend, sat in the stands watching Ricci play his game. During the basketball game, Ricci surprised Andrea Brillantes with a proposal. He took the microphone and in front of the whole world asked Andrea Brillantes if she would be his girlfriend. Andrea, who was sitting in the stands, grabbed a “Yes” T-shirt and answered Ricci’s question in the affirmative.
When Ricci Rivero watched her answer, he said “I love you” one more time before walking off the field. Andrea uploaded a picture on her Facebook page after the event in which she is wearing a “Yes” T-shirt and holding a bouquet of sunflowers. She captioned her photo saying that she was watching the UAAP show and didn’t expect to meet her lover there. Andrea’s fans complimented her on her new love life. Ricci announced his new relationship on his official Twitter.
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