Maria Elisa Cristobal Anson-Rodrigo (née Anson; born January 30, 1945), better known as Boots Anson-Roa, is a

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actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer.

Early life and education

Anson-Roa, a Bicolana, is the eldest daughter of post-war matinee idol Oscar Moreno, then known as the Robert Taylor of the Philippines, and Belen Cristobal, a descendant of

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. She finished her primary and secondary education at the posh Assumption Convent, Manila. From 1960 to 1964 she studied for an A.B. in Speech and Drama at the

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, but did not graduate. From 1983 to 1984 she studied journalism and Public and Media Relations at

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Acting career

Anson-Roa began acting in 1968, appearing opposite actors including like

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and

Fernando Poe Jr. Ronald Allan Kelley Poe (August 20, 1939 – December 14, 2004), known professionally as Fernando Poe Jr., and often referred to by his initials FPJ, was a Filipino actor, film director, producer, screenwriter, and politician. His long and s ...

under

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and with

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She was given Lifetime Achievement awards by FAMAS and Star Awards.

Awards, honors and distinctions received

*Outstanding Movie Personality: PMPC – 1979 *FAMAS Award for Uplifting the Movie Industry: FAMAS Awards – 1976 *Best Emcee ALIW Awards: – 1979–1981 *Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service Award: TOWNS Foundation – 1974 *Gintong Ina Awardee: Guillermo Mendoza Foundation – 1994 *Outstanding Parents of the Year: Gintong Ina Foundation – 1994-1998 *Women Who Make a Difference: Soroptimist International – 1995 *Outstanding Women in Media: Philippine Women's University – 1995 *Outstanding Media Practitioner: Eastern Telecommunications – 1997 *Outstanding Alumna: University of the Philippines – June 2000 *Lifetime Achievement Award: Star Awards for Movies – March 2001 *Lifetime Achievement Award: FAMAS Awards – March 2003 *Best TV Actress (MMK:Kamison – 22nd Golden Dove Awards – 2014 *Outstanding Manilan Award – 2017

Professional activities

Publications

*Columnist/ Feature Writer: ''Manila–U.S. Mail'' – 1992–1993 *Editor-in-Chief: ''Balikatan Herald'' – 1994 *Columnist: ''Isyu'' (broadsheet) – 1998 *Contributor: ''

Philippine Daily Inquirer The ''Philippine Daily Inquirer'' (''PDI''), or simply the ''Inquirer'', is an English-language newspaper in the Philippines. Founded in 1985, it is often regarded as the Philippines' newspaper of record. The newspaper is the most awarded bro ...

'' – 1995–present

Workshops/ seminars/ lectures conducted

*Lecturer/Trainer on Media, Communications, Culture, Performing Arts, Public and Human Relations, Women, Family and Values

Conference/ conventions

*RP-China Film Exchange Program:

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– March 2002 *20th UNESCO International Media Conference:

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Headquarters,

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– March 1999 *International Congress on Communications: Mariapolis Center,

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– June 2000

Community involvement

*Public Relations Officer: Assumption Alumnae – 1987–1993 *Director for

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from 1980 to 1982 *Director for U.P.-PGH Medical Foundation from 1979 to 1981 *Director/ Board Member: National Commission on the Rehabilitation of the Disabled – 1979 *Director/ Resource Person: Philippine Mental Health Association,

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Chapter – 1979–1980 *Director for DARE (Anti-Drug Foundation) *Adviser: Philippine Association for the Deaf – 1977–1982

Civil service

Anson-Roa unsuccessfully ran for a seat in the Senate of the Philippines in 2004 under the Koalisyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino (KNP). She was the President of MOWELFUND, Inc. from 2002 to 2020. In 1982, she was appointed as Press Attaché and Cultural Officer as well as Special Assistant to the Ambassador at the Philippine Embassy in Washington DC.

Filmography

Film

*''Siete Dolores'' (1968) *''Ang Kawatan'' (1969) *''Adriana'' (1969) *''Rowena'' (1969) Sonya *''Si Darna at ang Planetman'' (1969) Cynthia *''Wanted: Perfect Mother'' (1970) *'' Santiago!'' (1970) Rowena *"Ang Uliran: Imelda" (1970) *''I Love Mama, I Love Papa'' (1971) *''The Wonderful World of Music'' (1971) *''Living Doll'' (1971) *''Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria'' (1971) *''Liezl at Ang 7 Hoods'' (1971) *''El Vibora'' (1972) Cecilia *''Tatay Na Si Erap'' (1972) *''Santo Domingo'' (1972) *''Villa Miranda'' (1972) *''Ang Agila At Ang Araw'' (1973) *''

Zoom, Zoom, Superman! ''Zoom, Zoom, Superman!'' is a 1973 Filipino parody film of DC Comics superhero Superman. The film stars Ariel Ureta as the titular superhero, and is also his debut film. Filipino director Joey Gosiengfiao, who is known for his campy films, dire ...

'' (1973) Superman's Creator *''Tanikalang Dugo'' (1973) *''Ander Di Saya Si Erap'' (1973) *''James Wong'' (1973) *''Paruparong Itim'' (1973) *''May Isang Tsuper ng Taksi'' (1974) *''Dalawa Ang Nagdalantao Sa Akin'' (1974) *''Bawal: Asawa Mo, Asawa Ko'' (1974) *''Sumigaw Ka Hanggang Ibig Mo!'' (1974) *''Lulubog Lilitaw Sa Ilalim Ng Tulay'' (1974) Sister Elisa *''Ang Manika Ay Takot sa Krus'' (1975) *''Pagsapit ng Dilim'' (1975) *''Anak ng Araw'' (1975) *''Anino ng Araw'' (1975) *''Saan Ka Pupunta Ms. Lutgarda Nicolas?'' (1975) Lutgarda Nicolas *''Ang Pag-Ibig Ko'y Huwag Mong Sukatin'' (1975) *''Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak'' (1975) *''Isang Gabi, Tatlong Babae'' (1975) *''Isinumpa'' (1975) *''Postcards From China'' (1975) *''The Goodfather'' (1975) *''Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson Sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin'' (1976) Rosa Henson Averion *''Tatlong Kasalanan'' (1976) *''Daigdig ng Lagim'' (1976) *''Hubad na Bayani'' (1977) *''Hatiin Natin ang Gabi'' (1978) *''Malabanan: Kilabot Hunter ng Cavite'' (1978) *''Mga Mata ni Angelita'' (1978) Mother Superior *''Camerino'' (1978) *''Hermano Puli'' (1979) *''Warrant of Arrest'' (1979) *''Tonyong Bayawak'' (1979) *''Angelita... Ako ang Iyong Ina'' (1980) Mother Superior *''Hiwaga'' (1980) *''Tembong'' (1980) *''P.S. I Love You'' (1981) Isabel *''Jack en Jill Sa Amerika'' (1988) *''Doring Dorobo'' (1993) *''The Myrna Diones Story: Lord, Have Mercy!'' (1993) *''Kadenang Bulaklak'' (1993) Mrs. Hidalgo *'' May Minamahal'' (1993) Becky *''Mayor Cesar Climaco'' (1994) Julia Floreta-Climaco *''Bawal na Gamot'' (1994) *''Grepor Butch Belgica Story'' (1994) *''The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me?'' (1994) *''The Anabelle Huggins Story – Ruben Ablaza Tragedy: Mea Culpa'' (1995) *''Kahit Harangan ng Bala'' (1995) Aling Cedes *''The Lilian Velez Story: Till Death Do Us Part'' (1995) *''Mangarap Ka'' (1995) Belen *''Kay Pait ng Bukas'' (1996) *''Ama, Ina, Anak'' (1996) Cita Nolasco *''Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos 2'' (1997) *''Nagmumurang Kamatis'' (1997) *''Flames: The Movie'' (1997) Amparo (segment "Pangako") *''May Isang Pamilya'' (1999) Isabel *''Hinahanap-Hanap Kita'' (1999) Mrs. Matias *''Ganito Ako Magmahal'' (1999) *''Kapalit?'' (2002) *''

Mano Po ''Mano Po'' () is a 2002 Filipino drama film produced by Regal Entertainment, and an entry to the 2002 Metro Manila Film Festival. The film focuses on the lives of the Chinese Filipino community. ''Mano Po'' stars an all-star cast headed by Ma ...

'' (2002) Elisa Go *''The Cory Quirino Kidnap: NBI Files'' (2003) *''Bridal Shower'' (2004) Doña Vergie *'' Mano Po III: My Love'' (2004) Maria *''Ilusyon'' (2005) Doktor *''Ang Anak ni Brocka'' (2005) *''Pepot Artista'' (2005) Richter *'' Blue Moon'' (2005) Cora *''Ang Huling Araw ng Linggo'' (2006) Aling Tess (segment "Martes") *''

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'' (2006) Lola Tasya *''

Sukob ''Sukob'' () is a 2006 Filipino horror film directed by Chito S. Roño and starring Kris Aquino and Claudine Barretto. ''Sukob'' was considered as the highest-grossing Filipino film of all-time earning ₱203 million, until 2009 when it was surp ...

'' (2006) Tessie *''Rekados'' (2006) Josefina *'' Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di'' (2006) Ama *''

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'' (2007) Lola Conching (segment "Angel of Love") *''

Shake, Rattle & Roll 9 ''Shake, Rattle and Roll 9'' is a 2007 Filipino horror anthology film produced and distributed by Regal Entertainment, and the ninth installment of the ''Shake, Rattle & Roll'' film series. It is also an entry to the 2007 Metro Manila Film F ...

'' (2007) Lola Susana (segment "Christmas Tree") *'' When Love Begins'' (2008) Marietta Caballero *''

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'' (2008) Marissa Gonzales *'' One True Love'' (2008) Lola *''Lovebirds'' (2008) *''Tutok'' (2009) Lydia *'' Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love'' (2009) Jin Feng *''

Till My Heartaches End ''Till My Heartaches End'' is a 2010 Filipino romantic drama film directed by Jose Javier Reyes Jose "Joey" Javier Reyes (born October 21, 1954) is a Filipino professor, writer, director, miscellaneous crew and actor. He has won awards at th ...

'' (2010) Tita Baby *''Ang Babae Sa Sementeryo'' (2010) Sister Sol *''Ika-Sampu'' (2010) Mrs. Amada dela Vega *''

Shake, Rattle & Roll 13 ''Shake, Rattle & Roll 13'' (stylized onscreen as ''Shake Rattle Roll 13'') is a 2011 Filipino horror anthology film produced by Regal Entertainment, and the thirteenth installment of the ''Shake, Rattle & Roll'' film series. It is directed by ...

'' (2011) Marites *'' My House Husband: Ikaw Na!'' (2011) Lilia *'' Unfriend'' (2014) Grandma Ester *''

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'' (2014) Gloria

Television

Radio shows

*''Boots Talk'' (

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) *''Music and Memories'' (

)

Personal life

In 1964, Boots Anson married Pedro "Pete" Roa who was her co-host in the television show ''Dance-o-Rama''. They had four children. Pete Roa died in 2007. On November 30, 2013, she was engaged to lawyer Francisco "King" Rodrigo Jr., son of Senator Francisco "Soc" Rodrigo. They married on June 14, 2014.Anson-Roa and Rodrigo marry
philstar.com; accessed 11 March 2015.

References

External links

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