Background
Yap was born and raised in Cebu City.
Yap was born and raised in Cebu City.
He graduated from Sacred Heart School and De Louisiana Salle University.
Coming from a family who loves to cook, Richard aspired to be full-blooded chef in his younger years. In 2011, Yap launched his career in ABS-Christian Broadcasting Network via My Binondo Girl where he played Kim Chiu"s father, Chen Sy. In 2012, Yap made several appearances in the network.
He played a recurring character in Walang Hanggan as Henry de Dios.
But it was his role as "Sir Chief, where he co-starred alongside Jodi Station Maria in the daytime drama Be Careful With My Heart that catapulted him to fame spreading to other countries and made him a household name.
The show ran from 2012-2014 due to its large following and loyal fanbase. Be Careful With My Heart would go on to have worldwide tours, concerts, an album, and has been aired in numerous other continents.
Popular by "Richard Yap" Album.
