Nonoy Zuñiga (Tagalog: [ˈnɔnoɪ suˈɲɪga]) is a Filipino singer, actor, host, influencer, environment and PWD Advocate, television presenter and physician. Dubbed as the "Philippines' King of Pop Ballads"[1] he released his debut album Ako Ay Ikaw Rin in 1981. It was both a critical and commercial success, reaching double Platinum in the Philippines and won "Album of the Year" at the Awit Awards & Cecille Awards.[2] Also Aliw Award's "Entertainer of the Year"
Nonoy Zuñiga | |
|---|---|
| Born | Manila, Philippines |
| Origin | Manila, Philippines |
| Genres | |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, actor, host, influencer, presenter, environment & PWD advocate, medical doctor |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1971–present |
Career
editBesides his musical career, he hosted a public service TV program called Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko, and an informational program called MedTalk with Dr. Z on IBC 13.[3] He also heads EcoWise and NOW, two companies that deal with the preservation and conservation of the environment through proper waste disposal and the manufacture and marketing of organic products.[3]
Personal life
editZuñiga is an amputee, having lost his right leg in a bombing incident last 1980 (Martial Law era) in Philippine Plaza hotel(Sofitel).[4][5]
Discography
editStudio albums
edit- Ako Ay Ikaw Rin (1981)
- Much More (1982)
- Live For Love (1983)
- Fragments Of Forever (1986)
- Feelin' It All (1986)
- Christmas With Nonoy (1987)
- Nonoy Zuñiga (1989)
- I Will Be There For You (1990)
- Timeless Classics (1992)
- Tinig Ng Langit (1994)
- Pure and Golden Love Songs (1997)
- The Duet Album (1998)
- Impressions (2001)
- The Love Album (2005, Viva Records)
- Beginnings (2017)
Compilation albums
edit- The Best of Love Duets (Viva Collection Forever) (1998, Viva Records)
Singles
edit- "Never Ever Say Goodbye" – 1981
- "Doon Lang"
- "Kumusta Ka"
- "Araw Gabi" (also covered by Regine Velasquez-Alcasid, Daryl Ong, Ice Seguerra & Noel Cabangon)
- "Love Without Time"
- "Live For Love"
- "Fragments Of Forever"
- "Init Sa Magdamag" (with Sharon Cuneta)
- "Pero Atik Ra" (with Jolianne Salvado, 2018)[6]
Filmography
editTelevision
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1975–2001 | Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko | Himself (host) | |
| 2006 | MedTalk with Dr. Z | Himself (host) | |
| 2010 | Pilipinas Win Na Win | Himself (host) | |
| 2022–present | It's Showtime | Tawag Ng Tanghalan judge |
Film
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1981 | Kumusta Ka | With Gina Alajar | |
| 1983 | Init sa Magdamag | Singer as Himself | |
| 1982 | Never Ever Say Goodbye | With Vilma Santos | |
Accolades
edit- 1981 Best Pop Male Vocal Performance by a New Male Artist Aliw Award
- 1981 Most Promising Entertainer Aliw Award
- 1982 Entertainer of the Year Aliw Award
- 1982 Album of the Year for the Album Ako Ay Ikaw Rin Aliw Award
- 1982 Golden Record Award for the Album Ako Ay Ikaw Rin Aliw Award
- 1982 Platinum Record Award for the Album Ako Ay Ikaw Rin Aliw Award
- 1982 Record of the Year for the Album Ako Ay Ikaw Rin Aliw Award
- 1982 Best Male Vocal Performer Guillermo Mendoza Foundation
- 1982 Mr. Popular Entertainer of the Year Guillermo Mendoza Foundation
- 1983 Ranked Top 6 Major Awards Cecil Award
- 1991 Best Male Vocal Performer Awit Award
- 1998 Most Outstanding Recording Artist Katha Award
- 1999 Best Performance by a Duet Awit Award
- 1999 Best Traditional Song Saan Ka Man Naroroon Awit Award
- 1999 Best Pop Vocal Collaboration Katha Award
- 2022 Dangal Ng Musikang Pilipino Award Winner Awit Award
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Lani Misalucha, Nonoy Zuniga to headline 'Timeless Seasons' concerts in US". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 13 September 2023.
- ^ "The inspiring tale of Nonoy Zuñiga". www.philstar.com. 23 August 2021. Retrieved 13 September 2023.
- ^ a b Carballo, Bibsy (22 October 2006). "Nonoy Zuñiga: The Filipino voice". The Philippine Star. Retrieved 15 November 2017.
- ^ Policarpio, Allan. "Nonoy Zuñiga remembers tragedy with a smile". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 15 November 2017.
- ^ Lo, Ricky (10 March 2016). "Nonoy can still 'break a leg'". Philippine Star. Retrieved 15 November 2017.
- ^ "PERO ATIK RA The Duet (Nonoy Zuniga & Jolianne Salvado)". YouTube. 19 April 2018.
External links
edit- Nonoy Zuñiga at IMDb