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GMA Network
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Late actress Matutina remembered by family on her 79th birthday
The family of Matutina is remembering the late actress on what would have been her 79th birthday. In a message sent to GMA News Online, Shiela Guerrero, Matutina's daughter, looked back on her mom's profound impact on Philippine entertainment. Guerrero shared a heartfelt message to her mother's fans, urging them to keep her memory alive. "I hope they will always remember Mama, especially today, which would have been her 79th birthday, and her contribution to the Philippine entertainment industry. I also hope they will never forget how she brought them so much joy," she said. To honor Matutina, the family has planned an intimate remembrance. "We will attend mass later at 6 p.m. then dinner with my father and my kids," Guerrero said. "We will also visit Mama at the columbarium." Matutina passed away on February 14. Born Evelyn Bontogon-Guerrero on July 10, 1946, Matutina played the role of Donya Delilah's helper in the 1970s series "John en Marsha," which starred Dolphy and Nida Blanca. —MGP, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
House resolution seeks to declare Dolphy a National Artist
A lawmaker has filed a resolution in the House of Representatives seeking to nominate the late comedy icon Rodolfo 'Dolphy' Quizon Sr. for the prestigious title of National Artist. Manila 3rd District Rep. Joel Chua filed House Resolution No. 41 on July 9, a day before Dolphy's 13th death anniversary. In the resolution, Chua cites the outstanding contributions of the Comedy King to Philippine entertainment and his role in promoting Filipino values through a decades-long career in film and television. The measure directs the House Committees on Creative Industries and Performing Arts, and on Basic Education and Culture, to conduct hearings and undertake the necessary processes to formally nominate Quizon to the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA). Dolphy is best remembered for his iconic roles in the long-running sitcoms John en Marsha and Home Along da Riles, as well as in acclaimed films such as Omeng Satanasia and Markova: Comfort Gay. Quizon died on July 10, 2012, due to multiple organ failure. He was 83. The National Artist award is the highest recognition granted by the Philippine government to individuals who have made significant contributions to the country's cultural heritage.
