Trivia

Gino's mother, Melanie Padilla (one-time actress using the screen name Lani O. Padilla), is the sister of Carlos Padilla Jr. (father of Zsa Zsa) who is the son of Carlos Padilla, Sr., older brother of Roy Padilla, the late Governor of Camarines Norte, father of Robin Padilla and Bb Gandanghari.

Popularized the song Closer, You and I, composed by Louie Ocampo which was used used in the commercials of toothpaste Close Up. The song was remade by Sponge Cola, also for the toothpaste commercial.

Pursued by cousin Zsa Zsa Padilla to enter showbiz.

Was part of the Pepsi New Generation artists that helped launch several careers of other artists such as Keno, JoAnne Lorenzana, Timmy Cruz and Raymond Lauchengco in the 80s. He has a duet with 'Tina Turner'.

Came from the famous Padilla showbiz clan. Showbiz relatives include Robin Padilla, Bb Gandanghari, and Royette Padilla are uncles and Rudy Fernandez, and Zsa Zsa Padilla are cousins.

Nephew of actor and sportsman Carlos Padilla Jr..

Once mistaken as brother of Robin Padilla who is also named Gino. The other Gino, a non-showbiz personality, was once kidnapped, and media reported the victim as the actor/singer.

Father, Virgilio Javate, is separated from his mom.

A famous singer in the 80s, he stopped singing in year 2000 after his manager, his brother-in-law whom he considered as his best friend, died. After three years of semi-retirement, he returned to recording with Sharon Cuneta producing his album in 2003.