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Greggy Liwag
Greggy Liwag is a former Filipino actor. In 1984 he married Rosita Capuyon, Miss Philippines, 1983. They have three children, Nicole, John and Christopher. Since 1989, Liwag and his family reside in the United States. Life and career He appeared in movies such as ''Stepsisters'' (1979) with Lorna Tolentino, ''Tambay Sa Disco'' (1980) with Alma Moreno, ''High School Scandal'' (1981) with Gina Alajar, ''Palengke Queen'' (1982) with Nora Aunor, and ''Puppy Love'' (1982) with Janice de Belen. He did bold films such as ''Bomba Queen'' (1985) with Sarsi Emmanuelle, ''Paano Ang Aking Gabi?'' (1985) with Lala Montelibano, and ''Desperada'' (1986) with Vida Verde, among others. He was formerly linked to actress Pia Moran Maria Susan Casiño, professionally known as Pia Moran, is an actress in the Philippines. She was known as Miss Body Language for her risque dance moves. Career She worked as living mannequin in the department store in Cubao, Quezon City. She also .... Filmography ht ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
List Of Filipino Actors
Lists of Philippine actors cover actors from the Philippines. The lists are organized by age and gender. * List of Filipino current child actors * List of Filipino former child actors * List of Filipino actresses * List of Filipino male actors This is a list of Filipino male actors in stage, film, and television. A * Aaron Agassi (born March 29, 1988) * Aaron Atayde (born March 10, 1986) *Abel Estanislao (born May 9, 1995) * Abra (born December 9, 1990) *Ace Vergel (November 20 ... {{DEFAULTSORT:Philippine actors ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amy Austria
Esmeralda Diaz Tuazon (born December 13, 1961), known professionally as Amy Austria-Ventura, is a Filipino film and television actress. Austria is recognized as one of the defining actresses in Philippine cinema. She has won a FAMAS Award, 2 Gawad Urian Awards, 3 FAP Awards and 4 MMFF Awards (including two Best Actress wins). The Philippine Star listed Austria mong the 15 Best Actresses of All Time. In 2019, Austria was inducted at the ''Hall of Fame'' at the Metro Manila Film Festival. Biography Esmeralda Tuazon was the second to the eldest among six children born in 1961 to an impoverished family. She helped the family by selling chewing gum. She studied at the Rajah Soliman High School. She was introduced to the producer Baby Martinez of MBM Productions through a common friend. She was then cast in Bitayin Si Baby Ama (1976), the movie that made a star of Rudy Fernandez. After her second film, ''Alas'' (1976), with Jun Aristorenas, she was given minor parts in several othe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dexter Doria
Dexter Doria is a Filipino veteran actress. She has appeared in more than 175 films and several television programs from ABS-CBN and GMA Network. Career In 1977, she appeared in such movies as ''Elektrika Kasi, Eh!'', ''Tisoy'', ''Babae!'', ''Iligpit Si Pretty Boy'', and ''Burlesk Queen'', starring Vilma Santos and Rosemarie Gil, among others. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress in 1978 FAMAS Award for the movie ''Inay''. She also received the nominations for Best Supporting Actress Gawad Urian Awards The Gawad Urian Awards are annual film awards in the Philippines held since 1977. It is given by the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP, "the Filipino Film Critics") and is currently regarded as the counterpart of the United States' New York Fi ... in ''Moral'' (1982) and ''Mga Munting Tinig'' (2002). Filmography Film Television series Television anthologies http://www.gmanetwork.com/news/story/222851/showbiz/igma-can-love-overcome-betrayal-in-gma-7-s-sinner ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Charlie Davao
Charles Wahib "Charlie" Valdez Davao (October 7, 1934 – August 8, 2010) was a Filipino actor known for roles in film and television. Early life Born Carlos Wahib Davao y Valdez in Iloilo City of a Filipino mestizo of Spanish and Arab descent ( Jordanian). He moved to Manila in 1954 to pursue a degree in commerce student at the University of the East. He became involved in commercial and print ad modeling as a student. Career Although he was attentive in school, his main goal was to engage in film acting, which he realized after a friend told him about an audition at the Sampaguita Pictures. He did not miss the chance and passed the audition with flying colors. In 1959, he was introduced in Isinumpa, a drama film that also starred Dolphy, and topbilled by Rick Rodrigo and Barbara Perez. Among his most memorable performances were in 1962 film ''Kaming Mga Talyada'', where he played gay with matinee idols the late Juancho Gutierrez and Jose Mari Gonzales, and Trudis Liit wit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tetchie Agbayani
Visitacion Parado (born July 2, 1961), better known by her screen name Tetchie Agbayani, is a Filipina movie and television actress, Mutya ng Pilipinas, psychology instructor and ''Playboy'' model. She appeared in a regular issue of German ''Playboy'' and a special American edition entitled "Women of the World". She is featured daily on several Filipino TV channels, where she stars in soap operas. Early life Agbayani was born on July 2, 1961 to a Roman Catholic family. She studied high school at the University of Santo Tomas before enrolling in the University's Bachelor of Science in Architecture program in 1979. She eventually dropped from the program due to showbiz commitments. Hollywood In the United States, Agbayani pursued acting in Hollywood. She appeared in international productions, sometimes credited as Carol Roberts. Her films include John Boorman's ''The Emerald Forest'' (1985); a cameo in ''The Money Pit'' (1986); leading lady in ''Gymkata'' (1985); and as a geo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rudy Fernandez (actor)
Rodolfo Valentino Padilla Fernandez (March 3, 1952 – June 7, 2008), better known as Rudy Fernandez or Daboy, was a Filipino actor and producer. He came to prominence as an action star in Philippine cinema during the 1980s up to the early 1990s. Early life and career Fernandez was born at 8:36 PM on March 3, 1952 at Mary Johnston Hospital in Tondo, Manila. He is the eldest son of the late film director Gregorio Fernandez and actress Pilar Padilla (daughter of José Padilla Sr.). Both his parents were from Lubao, Pampanga, which he considered his hometown. He made his film debut at the age of three, appearing in ''Luksang Tagumpay'' (1956), which was directed by his father. He also appeared in another film of his father's, ''Emily'' (1960). Fernandez started his active film career while a student at the University of Santo Tomas, when he was signed to a contract by Sampaguita Pictures in 1970. He was first featured by Sampaguita Pictures in ''For Your Mama'' (1970), then pair ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gil Portes
Gil M. Portes (September 13, 1945 – May 24, 2017) was a Filipino film director, film producer and screenwriter. Early life and education Gil Portes took up his Journalism at the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines and received a master's degree in theater from Brooklyn College, Brooklyn, New York. Career His drama film, ''Saranggola'' (1999), won various awards at the Metro Manila Film Festival, including Best Picture and Best Actor. It was also entered into the 21st Moscow International Film Festival. His drama film, ''Small Voices'' (2002), is considered a masterpiece in Filipino cinema and won eleven awards and was nominated for eleven other awards including the Gawad Urian Awards The Gawad Urian Awards are annual film awards in the Philippines held since 1977. It is given by the Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP, "the Filipino Film Critics") and is currently regarded as the counterpart of the United States' New York Fi .... Death Portes died on May 24, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sandy Andolong
Melisande "Sandy" Andolong-de Leon (born Melisande Pinga Andolong; January 16, 1959) is a Filipino actress and producer, where she is mostly seen on GMA Network. She has also been currently seen on ABS-CBN TV programs. Personal life Sandy Andolong was born Melisande Pinga Andolong on January 16, 1959, in North General Hospital (now José R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center), Santa Cruz, Manila. Andolong is married to Christopher de Leon, whom she has five children Rafael, Miguel, Gabriel, Mariel, and Mica. She is also the stepmother to Lotlot, Ian, Matet, Kiko and Keneth de Leon. Andolong has gone under quarantine after her husband tested positive to COVID-19 Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a contagious disease caused by a virus, the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The first known case was COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei, identified in Wuhan, China, in December ..., Her husband recovered from the disease and was released from the h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marilou Diaz-Abaya
Marilou Correa Diaz-Abaya (March 30, 1955 – October 8, 2012) was a Filipina multi-award winning film director. She was conferred the Order of National Artists of the Philippines for Film and Broadcast Arts in 2022, she was the founder and president of the Marilou Diaz-Abaya Film Institute and Arts Center, a film school based in Antipolo, Philippines. She was the director of the 1998 film ''José Rizal'', a biographical film on the Philippines' national hero. She was part of the Second Golden Age of Philippine Cinema. Early life Diaz was born in Quezon City in 1955. She was one of seven children of lawyers Conrado Diaz and Felicitas Correa Diaz. She grew up quite privileged. Her father is from Paoay, Ilocos Norte, and is related to Valentín Díaz, who was one of the founding signatories in 1892 of the nationalist association La Liga Filipina with José Rizal, whom her famous film was about. Marilou and her siblings grew up in a house filled with art that was instituted by the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Snooky Serna
Maria Milagros "Snooky" Sumayao Serna (born April 4, 1966) is a Filipina film and television actress. Regarded as the “''Eternal Star''” by local media, she is best known for her portrayals in Anak ni Waray, Anak ni Biday (1984); Blusang Itim (1986) and Rosa Mistica. She is credited for doing a huge amount of film and television work as a Child Superstar in the 1970s to the 1980s and mid 80s-90s as one of the Movie Teen Queens, bankable film and highly acclaimed actress in the Philippines. Just recently, she bagged two international awards - the Jury Award Best Performance and Best Actress Award - at the 11th International Film Festival Manhattan in New York. According to reports Snooky is the first actor to win two major awards at the film festival. In the 2000s, she regained more critical acclaim and controversy in Television and Independent Films gearing her to the new film culture. The 1986 film ''Blusang Itim'' gave her more commercial success at the box office fill ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gabby Concepcion
Gabriel Arellano Concepcion (born 5 November 1964) is a Filipino actor, singer and businessman. He began his show business career in the 1980s as a teen commercial model and is known for his debonair career in Philippine cinema, spanning several romanticized associations. Family Concepcion was born in San Juan (then part of Rizal province), Philippines to Rolando "Rollie" Concepcion and Maria Lourdes Arellano. He attended Miriam College and Lincoln University. His great grandfather is the Filipino painter and architect Juan Arellano. Career Concepcion first appeared as a model in a 1980 Close-up toothpaste commercial. Introduced into show business at age 15, he starred in the Regal Films production ''Katorse'' (English: Fourteen). From 1980–1995, he made 80 films and had several modeling and endorsement advertisements. On 13 November 1988, Concepcion left for the United States despite not yet finishing his scenes for the film ''Pahiram ng Isang Umaga'', directed by Ishmae ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maricel Soriano
Maricel Soriano (; born Maria Cecilia Dador Soriano; February 25, 1965) is a Filipina film and television actress, occasional host and dancer. With a career spanning of over 50 years, Soriano is one of the most celebrated artists and popularly referred to as “''The Diamond Star''” for her acting prowess, talent and popularity. Dubbed as the “''Taray Queen''” for her characteristically frank, street-smart, and quick-witted style, Soriano is the second Filipino actress with the most best-actress wins this century across the five biggest film awards ceremony. Tatler Asia ranked her as the 5th Top Veteran Actress of the Philippines, calling her “arguably the best actress of her time.” She has won over 40 best-actress wins throughout her career, becoming one of the most respected and illuminating artists in Philippine showbiz. Soriano is also recognised as the “''Drama Anthology Queen''” for the success of her two headlining drama series — Maricel Regal Drama Speci ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
