1981 in Philippine television

Events in 1981 in Philippine television. For more information on old 1981 new, current and defunct TV programs, see List of shows previously aired by GMA Network, List of shows previously aired by ABS-CBN, List of programs previously broadcast by Radio Philippines Network, List of programs aired by People's Television Network and List of programs previously broadcast by Intercontinental Broadcasting Corporation.

Ongoing

• Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko, public service program (1975-present)
• Eat Bulaga!, noontime variety show (1979-present)

Finale

• PBA on MBS, sports (1976-1981)

Births

• March 7 – Rica Peralejo, actress
• March 22 – Karylle, actress, hosts
• April 21 – Luis Manzano, actor, hosts
• May 12 – Dennis Trillo, actor
• June 20 – Maricar Reyes, Filipina actress, endorsement
• November 1 – Coco Martin, actor producer and vtr commercial voice endorsement
• November 18 – Gian Magdangal, singer and actor

Deaths

• December 30 – Alfie Anido, Filipino actor (b. 1959)