Bayani CasimiroBayani G. Casimiro Sr. (July 16, 1918 – January 27, 1989) was a Filipino dancer who was among the leading stars of bodabil (vaudeville) in the 1930s and 1940s. He also appeared in musical films and later in life, in comedic roles. A tap dancer, he was frequently called the "Fred Astaire of the Philippines". Early yearsCasimiro was born in Laguna. His parents were stage comedians, and at the age of 7, he would appear on stage, often dressed as a clown.
Rolly QuizonRaul Dominguez Quizon (October 5, 1958 – March 15, 2018), better known as Rolly Quizon, was a Filipino actor, and one of Dolphy's children. He gained recognition for portraying namesake character Rolly Puruntong in the Filipino television sitcom John en Marsha. Early lifeRaul Dominguez Quizon was born on October 5, 1958, the youngest among their six children. He has 12 half-siblings.
Fernando Poe Jr.Ronald Allan Kelley Poe (August 20, 1939 – December 14, 2004), known professionally as Fernando Poe Jr., was a Filipino actor, director and screenwriter. Nicknamed "Da King" and often referred to by his initials FPJ, he has been described as a cultural icon, having dominated the Philippine box-office from the 1960s to 1990s through his leading roles in action films.
Home Along Da RilesHome Along Da Riles (lit.'home along the rails' or 'home along the railroad') is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The title of the series is a title pun of the Home Alone franchise. Directed by Johnny Manahan, Victor de Guzman and Apollo Arellano, it stars Dolphy. It aired from December 23, 1992 to August 10, 2003, and was replaced by Ang Tanging Ina. Some of the episodes are still available in ABS-CBN and Jeepney TV.
List of awards and nominations received by DolphyDolphy is a Filipino actor and comedian who has received awards and nominations for his work in film and television. He began his career as a vaudevillian and worked on radio from mid to late 1940s. He branched into acting on screen in the early 1950s, where he played minor roles until his breakthrough in the comedy film Jack en Jill (1954).Dolphy filmographyRodolfo Vera Quizon Sr.OGH (July 25, 1928 – July 10, 2012), better known by his stage name Dolphy, was a Filipino comedian and actor. He is widely regarded as the country's King of Comedy for his comedic talent embodied by his long roster of works on stage, radio, television and movies.John en MarshaJohn en Marsha (English: John and Marsha) is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by KBS/RPN/New Vision 9. Directed by Ading Fernando, Al Quinn and Apollo Arellano, it stars Dolphy, Nida Blanca, Rolly Quizon, Dely Atay-Atayan and Maricel Soriano. It aired from November 22, 1973 to 1978. The series returned from July 25, 1980 to March 19, 1990.
Susan RocesJesusa Purificación Levy Sonora-Poe (July 28, 1941 – May 20, 2022), known professionally as Susan Roces (Tagalog pronunciation:), was a Filipino actress. She rose to fame in mid-1950s and became the biggest box-office star of the 1960s. Known for playing wholesome and sweet characters in romantic comedies and musicals during her youth, she dabbled into horror and drama in the succeeding decades.
Nova VillaNovelita Acosta Villanueva Gallegos (born April 16, 1946), known professionally as Nova Villa, is a Filipino actress and comedian. Known primarily as the "Goddess of Comedy", she is regarded as one of the pillars in Philippine entertainment and is celebrated as one of the greatest Filipino comedians of all time.
Order of the Golden Heart (Philippines)The Order of the Golden Heart (Orden ng Gintong Puso) is an order of the Philippines. HistoryCreated by Executive Order No. 40-A issued by President Ramon Magsaysay on June 21, 1954, the Golden Heart Presidential Award was upgraded to the Order of the Golden Heart by Executive Order No. 236 issued by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on September 19, 2003.
Proclamation No. 1081Proclamation No. 1081 was the document which contained formal proclamation of martial law in the Philippines by PresidentFerdinand Marcos, as announced to the public on September 23, 1972.
Double actA double act (also known as a comedy duo) is a form of comedy originating in the English music hall tradition, and American vaudeville, in which two comedians perform together as a single act, often highlighting differences in their characters' personalities. Pairings are typically long-term, in some cases for the artists' entire careers. Double acts perform on the stage, television and film.
Rolly QuizonRaul Dominguez Quizon (October 5, 1958 – March 15, 2018), better known as Rolly Quizon, was a Filipino actor, and one of Dolphy's children. He gained recognition for portraying namesake character Rolly Puruntong in the Filipino television sitcom John en Marsha. Early lifeRaul Dominguez Quizon was born on October 5, 1958, the youngest among their six children. He has 12 half-siblings.Fernando Poe Jr.Ronald Allan Kelley Poe (August 20, 1939 – December 14, 2004), known professionally as Fernando Poe Jr., was a Filipino actor, director and screenwriter. Nicknamed "Da King" and often referred to by his initials FPJ, he has been described as a cultural icon, having dominated the Philippine box-office from the 1960s to 1990s through his leading roles in action films.Home Along Da RilesHome Along Da Riles (lit.'home along the rails' or 'home along the railroad') is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by ABS-CBN. The title of the series is a title pun of the Home Alone franchise. Directed by Johnny Manahan, Victor de Guzman and Apollo Arellano, it stars Dolphy. It aired from December 23, 1992 to August 10, 2003, and was replaced by Ang Tanging Ina. Some of the episodes are still available in ABS-CBN and Jeepney TV.List of awards and nominations received by DolphyDolphy is a Filipino actor and comedian who has received awards and nominations for his work in film and television. He began his career as a vaudevillian and worked on radio from mid to late 1940s. He branched into acting on screen in the early 1950s, where he played minor roles until his breakthrough in the comedy film Jack en Jill (1954).Dolphy filmographyRodolfo Vera Quizon Sr.OGH (July 25, 1928 – July 10, 2012), better known by his stage name Dolphy, was a Filipino comedian and actor. He is widely regarded as the country's King of Comedy for his comedic talent embodied by his long roster of works on stage, radio, television and movies.John en MarshaJohn en Marsha (English: John and Marsha) is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by KBS/RPN/New Vision 9. Directed by Ading Fernando, Al Quinn and Apollo Arellano, it stars Dolphy, Nida Blanca, Rolly Quizon, Dely Atay-Atayan and Maricel Soriano. It aired from November 22, 1973 to 1978. The series returned from July 25, 1980 to March 19, 1990.Susan RocesJesusa Purificación Levy Sonora-Poe (July 28, 1941 – May 20, 2022), known professionally as Susan Roces (Tagalog pronunciation:), was a Filipino actress. She rose to fame in mid-1950s and became the biggest box-office star of the 1960s. Known for playing wholesome and sweet characters in romantic comedies and musicals during her youth, she dabbled into horror and drama in the succeeding decades.Nova VillaNovelita Acosta Villanueva Gallegos (born April 16, 1946), known professionally as Nova Villa, is a Filipino actress and comedian. Known primarily as the "Goddess of Comedy", she is regarded as one of the pillars in Philippine entertainment and is celebrated as one of the greatest Filipino comedians of all time.Order of the Golden Heart (Philippines)The Order of the Golden Heart (Orden ng Gintong Puso) is an order of the Philippines. HistoryCreated by Executive Order No. 40-A issued by President Ramon Magsaysay on June 21, 1954, the Golden Heart Presidential Award was upgraded to the Order of the Golden Heart by Executive Order No. 236 issued by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on September 19, 2003.Proclamation No. 1081Proclamation No. 1081 was the document which contained formal proclamation of martial law in the Philippines by PresidentFerdinand Marcos, as announced to the public on September 23, 1972.Double actA double act (also known as a comedy duo) is a form of comedy originating in the English music hall tradition, and American vaudeville, in which two comedians perform together as a single act, often highlighting differences in their characters' personalities. Pairings are typically long-term, in some cases for the artists' entire careers. Double acts perform on the stage, television and film.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.