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Mely Tagasa
Abimaela Palomo Tagasa (April 16, 1935 – March 24, 2018), better known as Mely Tagasa, was a Filipino actress, screenwriter and dubbing producer. She was widely known for playing Miss Tapia in the sitcoms ''Baltic & Co.'' ( GMA) and '' Iskul Bukol'' (IBC). Early life and career Tagasa was raised in La Paz, Tarlac, and Nueva Ecija, Philippines. At age 9, her family moved to Manila following the end of World War II. She was already enamored with radio. Once, she joined some friends and auditioned in a singing contest, which she won. At 17, Tagasa was playing roles on radio and set aside her college studies. Personal life Tagasa had three daughters and one son. Her eldest daughter Gina Marissa Tagasa is a writer for movies and television in the Philippines. Filmography Television Film Death Under a month shy of her 83rd birthday, Tagasa died of stroke on 24 March 2018, aged 82, after being in a coma A coma is a deep state of prolonged unconsciousness in which a pers ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
La Paz, Tarlac
La Paz, officially the Municipality of La Paz (; , ), is a municipality of the Philippines, municipality in the Philippine Province, province of Tarlac, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 68,952 people. History The early history of La Paz needs to be clarified. Legends state that an old pueblo called "google:Cama+Juan&oq=Cama+Juan&aqs=chrome..69i57&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8, Cama Juan" was situated along the bank of the Chico River, bordering the province of Tarlac and Nueva Ecija. When the Chico River (Philippines), Chico River overflowed during a storm, a great flood swept the entire pueblo during the night. The flood is said to have devastated the area, claiming many lives. This forced the inhabitants of "Cama Juan" to evacuate. The old site (Cama Juan) is known as "Balen Melakwan" or "Abandoned Town". The inhabitants chose a field of evergreen grass and shrubbery on which to rebuild, which they named "Matayumtayum". Towards the end of the nine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maalaala Mo Kaya
(, abbreviated as ''MMK'') is a Philippine television drama anthology series broadcast by ABS-CBN and Kapamilya Channel. Hosted by Charo Santos-Concio, its first iteration was aired from May 15, 1991 to December 10, 2022. It is the longest running drama anthology series in the Philippines. The show returned for its second iteration on April 24, 2025 as a limited series for iWantTFC and consists of 13 episodes and on April 26, 2025 on the network's Yes Weekend line up. Its format is a dramatization of real life stories sent in by letter writers. History The program is named after the song " Maalaala Mo Kaya," originally by Constancio de Guzman. A version performed by Dulce was the program's theme until 2004, when it was replaced by Carol Banawa's cover. In 2021, JM Yosures' cover became the new theme. Dulce's version is still used in the final episode's closing credits. In 2025, Tawag ng Tanghalan alumnus and The Voice US Season 26 grand champion Sofronio Vasquez and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Magic (1987 Film)
''Black Magic'' is a 1987 Filipino fantasy comedy film directed by Mike Relon Makiling. The film stars Dolphy, Zsa Zsa Padilla, Jestoni Alarcon, Rita Avila, Ian Veneracion, Michael Locsin, Rose Ann Gonzales Jovit Moya, Jennifer Sevilla, and Jaime Castillo. Produced by Seiko Films, it was released on November 26, 1987. Critic Luciano E. Soriano of the '' Manila Standard'' gave the film a mixed review, praising Dolphy's natural comedic skills while criticizing the number of characters as excessive and unnecessary for the story. Plot Wanting to win the heart of a beautiful teacher, Demi makes a pact with the devil to use black magic powers for his own advantage. But with his pure heart prevailing over evil intentions, Demi uses the powers to save people badly in need of his help instead. Furious, the devil asks for Demi's soul in exchange for using his magic. Cast * Dolphy as Demi, a janitor * Zsa Zsa Padilla as Valerie, a teacher * Jestoni Alarcon as Victor Bulaklak * Rit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
No Retreat
No or NO may refer to: Linguistics and symbols * ''Yes'' and ''no'', responses * No, an English determiner in noun phrases * No (kana) (, ), a letter/syllable in Japanese script * No symbol (🚫), the general prohibition sign * Numero sign ( or No.), a typographic symbol for the word "number" * Norwegian language (ISO 639-1 code "no") Places * Niederösterreich (''NÖ''), Lower Austria * Norway (ISO 3166-1 country code NO, internet top level domain .no) * No, Denmark, a village in Denmark * Nō, Niigata, a former town in Japan * No Creek (other), several streams * Lake No, in South Sudan * New Orleans, Louisiana, US or its professional sports teams: ** New Orleans Saints of the National Football League ** New Orleans Pelicans of the National Basketball Association * Province of Novara (Piedmonte, Italy), province code NO Arts and entertainment Film and television * ''No'' (2012 film), a 2012 Chilean film * ''Nô'' (film), a 1998 Canadian film * Julius No, the tit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Payaso (1986 Film)
''Payaso'' () is a 1986 Philippine comedy drama film written and directed by Celso Ad Castillo. The film stars German Moreno as the titular character. Produced by Sialina Film Enterprises, the film was theatrically released on December 25, 1986, as one of the official entries for the 12th Metro Manila Film Festival. Plot St. Peter sends his jester (German Moreno) to Earth after he lost his heavenly keys. The jester’s quest is to look for the misplaced keys. As he wandered out in the streets, the happy clown found himself in sadness as he sees the depressing situation of poverty and moral degradation of man. His melancholy worsened after he met the Red Devil who has supernatural powers that he couldn’t even compete with. Depressed, hopeless and defeated, he asks his master to help him and make its presence known to him once more. Cast * German Moreno as Payaso * Gene Palomo as Red Devil * Monique Castillo * Strawberry * Cris Castillo * Bong Agustin * Jograd de la ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Islaw
Super Islaw is a fictional Filipino superhero created by J. Erastheo Navoa who appeared in some movies and TV Series. He was portrayed by Richard Gomez in the movie ''Super Islaw and The Flying Kids'' and was later revived by Zanjoe Marudo in ABS-CBN's Super Inggo TV series. ''Super Islaw and The Flying Kids'' Synopsis Super Islaw was a young disabled boy who was granted mystical powers because of his good heart. He used these abilities to protect the innocents of his town, battling supernatural beings such as vampires. Cast and characters * Richard Gomez as Islaw/Super Islaw * Janice de Belen as Juanita * Nadia Montenegro as Adiang * Kristina Paner as Tinang * Dranreb Belleza as Andoy * Anjo Yllana as Perry * George Estregan as Lucan * Lito Anzures as Ermitanyo/San Gabriel * Bomber Moran as Kapitan Berong * Jaime Fabregas as Padre Jaime * Palito as Pepe * Rudy Meyer as Hepe * Mely Tagasa as Lola Cuna * Joe Jardi as Bandit * Tom Olivar as Hostage taker In ''S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ako Si Kim Samsoon
''Kim Samsoon'' ( / international title: ''My Name is Kim Samsoon'') is a 2008 Philippine television drama romantic comedy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 2005 South Korean television series '' My Lovely Sam Soon''. Directed by Dominic Zapata, Khryss Adalia and Louie Ignacio, it stars Regine Velasquez in the title role. It premiered on June 30, 2008 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on October 10, 2008 with a total of 75 episodes. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Regine Velasquez as Kim Samsoon Buot ;Supporting cast * Mark Anthony Fernandez as Cyrus Ruiz * Wendell Ramos as Harvey De Guzman * Nadine Samonte as Hannah Villanueva * Tessie Tomas as Sonia Buot * Carmi Martin as Roció Ruiz * Eugene Domingo as Dina * John Lapus as Marcus * Sheena Halili as Cynthia * Marky Lopez as James * Cheska Eugenio as Amber Ruiz * Martin Escudero as Kokoy * Arci Muñoz as Dess * Pauleen Luna as Cherry Fuentebella * Dido dela Paz as Samuel B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw Pa Rin
( / international title: ''My One and Only Love 2'') is a 2003 Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. The series served as a sequel to the Philippine television series '' Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw''. Directed by Joyce E. Bernal and Lore Reyes, it stars Christopher de Leon, Richard Gomez, Alice Dixson and Lani Mercado. It premiered on April 14, 2003 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on August 22, 2003 with a total of 93 episodes. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Christopher de Leon as Lemuel Verder * Alice Dixson as Mia Sandoval * Richard Gomez as Waldo Sandoval * Lani Mercado as Madonna Verder ;Supporting cast * Barbara Perez as Salud Verder * Boots Anson-Roa as Felisa Verder * Mark Gil as Enrico Villadolid * Jackie Lou Blanco as Sabrina Villadolid * Cris Daluz as Antonio * Rufa Mae Quinto as Liberty aka "Libay" * Anne Curtis as Rosanna * Angel Locsin as Mariella Sandoval * Karen delos Reyes as Elmina * AJ Eigenmann * Chu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw
( / international title: ''My One and Only Love'') is a Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Joyce Bernal and Lore Reyes, it stars Christopher de Leon, Alice Dixson and Richard Gomez. It premiered on July 15, 2002. The series concluded on April 11, 2003, with a total of 200 episodes. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Richard Gomez as Waldo Sandoval * Alice Dixson as Mia Sandoval * Christopher de Leon as Lemuel Verder ;Supporting cast * Lani Mercado as Madonna Verder * Barbara Perez as Salud Verder * Boots Anson-Roa as Feliza * Jackie Lou Blanco as Sabrina Villadolid * Rio Locsin as Cita Almendraz * Mark Gil as Enrico Villadolid * Rosa Rosal as Lucing * Bembol Roco as Oscar * Rufa Mae Quinto as Liberty "Libay" * Karen delos Reyes as Elmina Sandoval * Chubi del Rosario as Anthony Verder * Polo Ravales as Tristan Villadolid * Krista Ranillo as Scarlet ;Guest cast * Anne Curtis as Rosanna Luarca * Angel Locsin as Mariella Sando ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
!Oka Tokat
''!Oka Tokat'' is a Philippine television drama horror fantasy series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Directed by Don Cuaresma, Laurenti Dyogi, Michael de Mesa, Rez Cortez, Ricky Davao, Johnny Manahan, Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Wenn V. Deramas, Cathy Garcia-Molina and Richard I. Arellano, it stars Ricky Davao, Rica Peralejo, Diether Ocampo, Jericho Rosales, Angelika Dela Cruz, Paolo Contis, Agot Isidro, Joy Viado, Giselle Sanchez, Marc Solis, Lorena Garcia, Bojo Molina, Carmina Villarroel, Alessandra De Rossi, Jeffrey Quizon, Tin Arnaldo, Mel Martinez, Onemig Bondoc, Meryll Soriano, Nelson Evangelista, Alwyn Uytingco, Shaina Magdayao, Emman Abeleda, Joy Chiong and Jiro Manio. It aired on the network's evening line up from June 24, 1997 to May 7, 2002, replacing '' Abangan ang Susunod Na Kabanata'' and was replaced by '' OK Fine, 'To ang Gusto Nyo!''. Its title is the reverse spelling of the phrase "''Takot ako!''" (translates to "''I'm scared!''"); hence, the exclamati ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Calvento Files
''Calvento Files'' is a Philippine television drama documentary anthology series broadcast by ABS-CBN. Hosted by Tony Calvento, it aired from December 15, 1995, to October 2, 1998, and was replaced by ''Katapat: Mayor Fred Lim''. This series is currently streaming on the Jeepney TV YouTube channel every 2nd quarter of the month, 5:00 pm together with '' Kapag May Katwiran... Ipaglaban Mo'' and '' Star Drama Theater Presents''. Film adaptation In 1997, Star Cinema released a film adaptation of the show. It starred Diether Ocampo and Claudine Barretto in the "Balintuwad" (Upside Down) episode directed by Laurenti Dyogi, while John Estrada, Sharmaine Arnaiz and Cris Villanueva starred in "Inay, May Momo" (Mother, There's a Ghost) episode directed by Michael de Mesa Michael Edward Gil Eigenmann (; born May 24, 1960), known professionally as Michael de Mesa (), is a Filipino actor and director. Early life Born as Michael Edward Gil Eigenmann to performer Eddie Mesa and act ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
