Roin Padilla shows that he can do comedy in 2002's Videoke King.

6. He's a Sagittarius. His birthdate is November 23, which makes him a Sagittarian. According to psychicguild.com, "Sagittarians possess a natural exuberance, sense of adventure and love of life that makes them one of the most optimistic signs of all." On the other hand, Sagittarians could also be "indiscreet, prone to excess, tactless, irresponsible, erratic, and immature."

7. He's a hair guy. In his interview with Ricky Lo in 2002, Padilla also revealed that the first thing that attracts him to a woman is her hair. "Malakas ang appeal sa akin ng buhok ng isang babae," he said. "It makes a woman look more feminine, babaeng-babae. Short hair turns me off." This may indicate that Padilla is looking for women who aren't out on the prowl. Clearly, he prefers making the first move.

Roin Padilla defends his condom ads. Videoke King.

8. He's not afraid to take a stand. In a country where many people still apply puritan principles when it comes to sex and reproductive health, Padilla has been brave enough to be a spokesperson for contraceptives. He even defended his condom ads in court. In a May 2010 interview with ABS-CBN, he explained, "Tayo ay democratic country. Kung ano yung desisyon ng mamayan, meron silang sariling pag-iisip. Kung gagamitin nila o hindi. (We are a democratic country. People can think for themselves. They have the right to decide whether they want to use condoms or not.)"

9. He's an Earth Rooster. Born in 1969, Padilla is an Earth Rooster. According to the Methaphysical Zone, "The Rooster man likes to be in the company of women, among whom he can show off, shine, swagger and generally demonstrate what a clever fellow he is." He is also expected to be a "fast thinker who is practical and knowledgeable." He could also be "impetuous and short-tempered."

Roin Padilla channels James Dean as he struts his stuff on the runway in 2009.

10. He's been compared to James Dean and Joseph "Erap" Estrada. In 1991, showbiz writer Norma Japitana wrote: "Robin reminds us of James Dean and Joseph Estrada; more of Joseph when it comes to women. The one thing going for Robin is that any write up about his private life and derring-do just adds to his image. The continuing saga of Robin Padilla unfolds before us in living colors." In a follow-up article, Japitana observed that Padilla has already taken a different path. "Being in jail straightened his life. He came out a better person. Now it is Robin Padilla season once again," she wrote. In this regard, Padilla may give Madonna a run for her money when it comes to reinvention.

Art by Warren Espejo, photo from PEP.