Carlo Jose Liwanag Aquino[1] (born September 3, 1985)[2] is a Filipino actor and musician known for being the lead singer of the band Kollide and formerly of JCS with John Prats and Stefano Mori.

with veteran actress Vilma Santos based on the award-winning novel by Lualhati Bautista.

Aquino dated former on-screen love team Angelica Panganiban during their teens and remained friends after their break-up.

Aquino was in a relationship with model and influencer Trina Candaza from January 2019 until December 2022.

[6] On June 9, 2024, he and Dizon married in a secret wedding at a private resort in Silang, Cavite.