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Tessie Tomas
Born
Teresita Winsett Hermosa

(1950-10-31) October 31, 1950 (age 74)
Catbalogan, Samar, Philippines
Nationality Philippines
Alma materUniversity of the Philippines
Occupation(s)Actress
Television host
Years active1980–present
Agents
  • RPN (1980–1987)
    ABS-CBN (1990–2004, 2009–2011, 2011–2012, 2017–present)
    GMA Network (2004–2009, 2012–2017)
  • TV5 (2011)
SpouseRoger Pullin
Children1

Teresita Winsett Hermosa (born October 31, 1950), better known by her stage name, Tessie Tomas, is a Filipino actress, television personality and stand-up comedian. Regarded as the original "Queen of Daytime TV",[1][2] she is best known for hosting some of the most successful TV programs in the Philippines such as Teysi ng Tahanan (1991), Compañero y Compañera (1997), and sitcoms including Onli in da Pilipins (1997), and Abangan ang Susunod Na Kabanata (1991). She was the first Filipino actress to score a nomination in the Best Actress category at the International Emmy Awards for her performance in the 1989 film, A Dangerous Life.[3][4]

Early life and education

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Tomas was born in Catbalogan, Samar[5] to actress and radio voice talent Laura Hermosa.[6] She has four brothers, including actor Leo Hermosa and musician Cesar Hermosa,[7] and graduated with a degree in broadcasting from the Institute of Mass Communications of the University of the Philippines.[5]

Career

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She began doing stints as a radio voice talent at the age of 10, including at radio programs of Tiya Dely and ultimately spent a decade working in the advertising industry at several companies before becoming the first Filipino creative director of McCann Erickson.[8]

She first appeared in television through the gag show Champoy from 1981 to 1984. She was praised for her effective impersonation of then famous weather man Amado Pineda of PAGASA. She then embarked on doing live shows, notable for her performances as Meldita, a satiric portrayal of then-first lady Imelda Marcos, Loida Dimagiba and Carmeling Lawiswis. She became a resident performer at Music Museum, headlining successful shows as a standup comedy career throughout the 1990s.[8] Dubbed as the second lady of television and the "Queen of Stand-up Comedy",[9] she is cited as one of the pioneers of impersonation, famous for portraying the likes of Amanda Pineda, Miriam Defensor Santiago, Bonnie Buendia and Imelda Marcos.[8]

Tomas returned to TV as main host of the morning talk show Teysi ng Tahanan and the weekly political satire Abangan ang Susunod Na Kabanata, playing the wealthy but eccentric Barbara Tengco.[1] Separada (for which she created the screenplay), Ploning, and 100 are some of her other critically acclaimed films.[10][11] She gained further success as an actress in the 1988 film, A Dangerous Life. Her performance was met with praises from critics and viewers, earning her nominations at the International Emmy Awards and American Cable Awards.[12]

In her later years, she played several supporting roles in both film and television. She earned praises from the critics and viewers for her portrayal as the "cane-wielding" Doña Cielo Fierro in the ABS-CBN television series, Dirty Linen (2023).[13] In 2024, she played Doña Bettina Caballero in the television series FPJ's Batang Quiapo.[14]

Personal life

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Tomas is married since 1994 to Roger Pullin, a marine biologist by profession and a British national. Their wedding in Manila was broadcast on Tomas' television show Teysi ng Tahanan.[15] She has one son, Robin, who is based in New York City as a fashion designer[16] and comedian.[17] Robin is her son from her previous husband, Robert P. Tomas, whom she separated with in 1979 following a seven-year relationship.[18][19] Following Pullin's retirement, Tomas also became a resident of the Isle of Man in 2018[7][20] and has two stepchildren with him. She is also a fluent Waray speaker.[5]

Accolades

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Tomas is celebrated as one of the "country’s most brilliant artists"[1] and one of the greatest comedians of all time,[9] noted for her "style and distinctive approach on comedy."[2] In recognition of her contributions to the entertainment industry, she has won countless accloades including "Best Actress" at the Gawad Tanglaw Awards,[21] "Entertainer of the Year" at the Aliw Awards,[22] Creative Guild's Hall of Fame award, Best Actress at the Cinemalaya Philippine Independent Film Festival, "Best Actress" at the QCinema International Film Festival, "Best Actress" at the Subic Bay International Film Festival[23] and several nominations from Gawad Urian Awards and American Cable Awards.[8]

Filmography

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Film

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Television

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Year Title Role Network Ref.
1980–1985 Champoy Amanda Pineda
RPN
1981–1987 Eat Bulaga! Herself
1991–1997 Teysi ng Tahanan Herself / host
ABS-CBN
1991–1997 Abangan ang Susunod na Kabanata Barbara Tengco
1997–1998 Onli In Da Pilipins Precious
1998–1999 Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako Sonia Enriquez
2000–2002 Feel at Home Herself / host
2001 Eto Na Ang Susunod Na Kabanata Barbara Tengco
2003 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Puno Miriam Defensor Santiago
2003–2004 Buttercup Erlinda
2003–2004 Teysi Herself / host
2004–2007 Bahay Mo Ba 'To? Baby Mulingtapang-Benoit / Anying
GMA Network
2008 Ako si Kim Samsoon Sonia Buot
2009–2010 George and Cecil Maribel Murillo
ABS-CBN
2010 Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla Tonyong Bayawak Belen Dela Cruz
2010–2011 Noah Sarah Perez
2011 Carlo J. Caparas' Bangis Mama Mia
TV5
2012 Mundo Man ay Magunaw Donya Alicia La Peña
ABS-CBN
Coffee Prince Elizabeth "Beth" Gomez
GMA Network
2013 Kahit Nasaan Ka Man Corazon
2014 Kambal Sirena Doña Margarita "Rita" Natividad
Strawberry Lane Margaret Jaymalin
My Destiny Dr. Obispo
2015 Once Upon a Kiss Mérida Almario
2015–2016 Buena Familia Marissa Agravante
2016 Naku, Boss Ko! Ms. F
2018 The Blood Sisters Dr. Rosemarie "Mamita" Bermudez
ABS-CBN
2023 Dirty Linen Doña Cielo Fierro
Kapamilya Channel / A2Z / TV5
2024 FPJ's Batang Quiapo Señora Bettina Caballero†

References

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  1. ^ a b c "'Home' is where Tessie's heart is". The Philippine Star. May 11, 2000. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  2. ^ a b "Incredible look-alikes in showbiz". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  3. ^ "Angel Locsin will grace the 37th International Emmy Awards in New York". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  4. ^ "Angel gears for International Emmy awards night". ABS-CBN News. August 8, 2023. Archived from the original on August 8, 2023. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  5. ^ a b c Balasbas-Gancayco, Dot Ramos (May 3, 2008). "Tessie Tomas: Her own woman now". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  6. ^ Dumaual, Mario (March 16, 2021). "Veteran actress Laura Hermosa, mother of Tessie Tomas, dies at 92". ABS-CBN. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  7. ^ a b Amoyo, Aster (March 22, 2022). "Tessie, balik-Pinas para ayusin ang mana". Pang-Masa (in Filipino). Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  8. ^ a b c d "Tessie Tomas on playing the dirty donya in 'Dirty Linen'". ABS-CBN News. February 21, 2023. Archived from the original on August 8, 2023. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  9. ^ a b "The greatest comedians of all time(Third of a series)". www.philstar.com. August 19, 2006. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  10. ^ "Tessie Tomas drinks wine before doing nude scene in "100"". PEP.ph. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
  11. ^ "Ploning ni Judy Ann talagang labor of love". www.philstar.com. April 30, 2008. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
  12. ^ Rosenberg, Howard (November 25, 1988). "The 'Dangerous Life' of Imelda and Ferdinand". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
  13. ^ "The pop culture renaissance of the Filipino matriarch". cnn. Archived from the original on April 19, 2023. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
  14. ^ Felipe, MJ. "Why was Donya Bettina's death in 'Batang Quiapo' a traumatic experience for Tessie Tomas?". ABS-CBN. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  15. ^ Lo, Ricky (April 2, 2019). "Tessie & Roger living in an island paradise". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  16. ^ Gallardo, Ricky (August 5, 2018). "Life continues to be beautiful for Tessie Tomas". BusinessMirror. Retrieved August 9, 2023.
  17. ^ Alcantara, Carissa (April 25, 2024). "Robin Tomas, son of veteran actress Tessie Tomas, debuts as stand-up comedian". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  18. ^ Lo, Ricky (October 3, 2009). "Tessie and Roger: It really takes two". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  19. ^ Baylon, Khryzztine Joy (August 24, 2023). "Tessie Tomas draws inspiration from painful past for 'Dirty Linen' rape scene". PEP.ph (in Filipino). Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  20. ^ Gonzalez-Ventura, Barbara (November 19, 2023). "Mondays and laughter". The Philippine Star. Retrieved November 26, 2024.
  21. ^ ""Honor Thy Father" wins big at Gawad Tanglaw". Yahoo News. February 16, 2016. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  22. ^ "Tessie Tomas binuhay si Meldita". Abante. January 30, 2023. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
  23. ^ "Tessie Tomas at asawa babu na sa 'Pinas, sa Isla ng England at ireland na titira". The Philippine Star. August 15, 2018. Retrieved August 8, 2023.
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