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A prominent figure in Philippine entertainment, John "Sweet" Lapus is a multi-faceted artist with a flourishing career spanning acting, hosting, comedy, and directing. His journey began in the early 1990s at ABS-CBN, where he honed his craft behind the scenes as a researcher for "Showbiz Lingo" before transitioning to on-screen roles in various sitcoms. The now-iconic nickname "Sweet" originated from a memorable character he portrayed during this period.