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'''Efren Montes Reyes Jr.''' (born June 25, 1959) is a [[Filipino people|Filipino]] actor known for his last leading roles in ''Tapos Na ang Lahi Mo, Hadji Djakiri'' in 1990 and ''Nestor Solis'' in 1996.{{Citation needed|date=January 2019}}
'''Efren Montes Reyes Jr.''' (born June 25, 1959) is a [[Filipino people|Filipino]] actor known for his roles in action films. The son of [[Efren Reyes Sr.]], he is also a writer and director.

Reyes was first introduced as a child actor in the movie ''Eskinita 29'' in 1968, then later he became an action star in the 1980s, and then took roles as either a main villain or as a supporting character from 1989 up to the present in [[Philippine cinema|Philippine films]] and [[Philippine drama|television series]].


==Early life==
==Early life==
Reyes was born on June 25, 1959, in [[Baguio]], [[Philippines]], he is a fourth generation artist being the son of actor, writer, director and film producer of the late [[Efren Reyes Sr.]] and actress, director and film producer Virginia Montes. He is the brother of actress, Cristina Reyes. He is the nephew of actors Johnny Reyes and Tessie Quintana. He is the grandson of writer Pedrito Reyes. He is the great grandson of playwright Severino Reyes who is also known as "[[Lola Basyang]]" And is called "the Father of Philippine Sarsuela. Reyes was first introduced as a child actor in the movie ''Eskinita 29'' in 1968, then later he became an action star in the 1980s,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=gWcVAAAAIBAJ&sjid=bgsEAAAAIBAJ&pg=6422,4607983&dq=efren-reyes-jr+actor&hl=en|title=Manila Standard - Google News Archive Search|website=news.google.com}}</ref> and then took roles as main villain in 1989 up to the present in [[Philippine cinema|Philippine films]] and [[Philippine drama|television series]].
Reyes was born on June 25, 1959, in [[Baguio]]. He is a fourth generation artist being the son of the late actor, writer, director and film producer [[Efren Reyes Sr.]] and actress Virginia Montes.<ref>{{Cite web |date=September 1, 2013 |title=Efren Reyes: Actor & More |url=https://www.pressreader.com/philippines/the-philippine-star/20130901/282359742376413 |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=www.pressreader.com}}</ref> He is the brother of actress, Cristina Reyes. He is the nephew of actors Johnny Reyes and Tessie Quintana, the grandson of writer Pedrito Reyes, and is the great grandson of playwright Severino Reyes who is also known as "[[Lola Basyang]]" and is called "the Father of Philippine Sarsuela".<ref>{{Cite news |date=October 6, 2002 |title=Lola Basyang At Ink Exhibit |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=g1Y1AAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA99&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA99#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]] |pages=Q2}}</ref> His cousin, James Reyes, was a successful fashion designer.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2019-03-19 |title=Why Philippine fashion will not forget James Reyes |url=https://lifestyle.inquirer.net/328440/why-philippine-fashion-will-not-forget-james-reyes/ |access-date=2024-04-15 |website=Lifestyle.INQ |language=en-US}}</ref>

== Career ==
Reyes Jr. then played villain roles for three straight films in ''Tatak ng Isang Api'', ''Delima Gang'', and ''Huminga Ka Hangga't Gusto Mo''. As not to be typecast as a villain, he took the lead role in the film ''Emong Mercenario''.<ref>{{Cite news |date=September 29, 1989 |title=Any Man Would Fall For Her - Eric Quizon |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=AUxIAAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA50&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA50#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Manila Standard]]}}</ref>

In 1994, he also starred in ''Tapang Kung Tapang'' which was led by [[Lito Lapid]] and [[Cynthia Luster]] and in the comedy ''[[Megamol]]''.<ref>{{Cite news |date=March 17, 1994 |title=Two action stars meet in 'Tapang Kung Tapang' |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=vmUVAAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA178&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA178#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Manila Standard]] |pages=18}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=July 20, 1994 |title=Sharon, Andrew E in 'Megamol' |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=qJ8VAAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA45&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA45#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Manila Standard]]}}</ref> In 1998, he played [[Princess Punzalan|Princess Punzalan's]] husband in the series ''[[Mula sa Puso|Mula Sa Puso]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Anarcon |first=James Patrick |date=July 8, 2020 |title=Princess Punzalan: from Mula Sa Puso's primera kontrabida to international actress |url=https://www.pep.ph/news/local/152498/princess-punzalan-a724-20200708-lfrm3 |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=PEP.ph |language=en}}</ref>

In 2001, Reyes Jr. played the villain alongside [[Dick Israel]] in the film ''[[Carta Alas: Huwag Ka Nang Humirit]]''.<ref>{{Cite news |last=Sicam |first=Edmund L. |date=May 26, 2001 |title=Ace Vergel returns to the film scene |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=5KU2AAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA61&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA61#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |work=[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]] |pages=F2}}</ref> In 2002, he joined the cast of the series ''[[Bituin]]'' which starred [[Nora Aunor]]''.''<ref>{{Cite news |last=Salterio |first=Leah |date=September 18, 2002 |title=Nora's 'Bituin' |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=q1Y1AAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA30&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA30#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]] |pages=A30}}</ref> In 2008, he joined the cast of [[Metro Manila Film Festival|MMFF]] entry [[Anak ng Kumander]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=December 25, 2007 |title=Anak ng Kumander |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=pFM1AAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA52&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA52#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]]}}</ref>

In 2012, Reyes Jr. played Faruq Ghazi, a rival clan head in the action film ''[[Muslim Magnum .357: To Serve and Protect|Magnum Muslim .357]],'' a remake of the [[Muslim .357|1986 film]]''.''<ref>{{Cite web |last=Bautista |first=Jude |date=December 26, 2014 |title=MMFF 2014 REVIEW: ER Ejercito-Sam Pinto starrer, Muslim Magnum .357, offers a slick and well polished look |url=https://www.pep.ph/news/local/15309/mmff-2014-review-er-ejercito-sam-pinto-starrer-muslim-magnum-357-offers-a-slick-and-well-polished-lo |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=PEP.ph |language=en}}</ref> In 2016, he joined the cast of the series ''[[Tubig at Langis]]'', the remake of the 1980 film of the same name.<ref>{{Cite web |date=January 29, 2016 |title=‘Tubig at Langis’ tests limits of marriage |url=https://www.philstar.com/the-freeman/cebu-entertainment/2016/01/29/1547880/tubig-langis-tests-limits-marriage |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=Philstar.com}}</ref> He also appeared in the action series [[Ang Probinsyano]] along with other former action stars.<ref>{{Cite web |date=October 6, 2016 |title=Kapamilya Rewind: 5 Comeback Action Stars in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano |url=https://ent.abs-cbn.com/angprobinsyano/videos/124100516-kapamilya-rewind-5-comeback-action-stars-in-fpjs-ang-probinsyano-206543 |access-date=April 16, 2024 |website=ABS-CBN Entertainment}}</ref> He then played Mayor [[Rodrigo Duterte]] in the biopic ''[[Bato (The General Ronald dela Rosa Story)]].''<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gabinete |first=Jojo |date=January 23, 2019 |title=Ilang kandidato sa 2019 elections, nagpaparamdam na sa pelikula at TV shows |url=https://www.pep.ph/pepalerts/cabinet-files/24717/ilang-kandidato-sa-2019-elections-nagpaparamdam-na-sa-pelikula-at-tv-shows |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=PEP.ph |language=en}}</ref> In 2020, Reyes Jr. joined the cast of the superhero series ''Bella Bandida''.<ref>{{Cite web |last= |date=November 11, 2020 |title=Bella Bandida: Newest heroine on Philippine TV |url=https://www.sunstar.com.ph/cebu/entertainment/bella-bandida-newest-heroine-on-philippine-tv |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=SunStar Publishing Inc. |language=en}}</ref>

Reyes Jr. is set to write and direct a biopic on the life of singer [[April Boy Regino]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=March 15, 2024 |title=April Boy Regino biopic, matutuloy na; sino ang gaganap na bida? |url=https://www.pep.ph/pepalerts/pep-troika/179539/april-boy-regino-biopic-a4118-20240315 |access-date=April 15, 2024 |website=PEP.ph |language=en}}</ref>

== Political views ==
In 2004, Reyes Jr. supported [[Fernando Poe Jr. 2004 presidential campaign|Fernando Poe Jr.'s presidential campaign]].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zamora |first=Fe |date=June 16, 2004 |title=Da King says Macapagal would be a 'fake president' |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=UFc1AAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA21&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA21#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]] |pages=A21}}</ref> A year later, he joined other actors including [[Susan Roces]] (the widow of Poe Jr.), [[Gladys Guevarra]], [[Richard Gomez]] and more in a rally calling for the resignation of President [[Gloria Macapagal Arroyo]].<ref>{{Cite news |last=Zamora |first=Fe |last2=Quismundo |first2=Tarra V. |last3=Uy |first3=Jocelyn |date=July 14, 2015 |title=A touch of show biz at business district |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=V1g1AAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA21&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA21#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Philippine Daily Inquirer]] |pages=A21}}</ref>


==Filmography==
==Filmography==
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*''Tatak ng Isang Api'' (1989)
*''Tatak ng Isang Api'' (1989)
*''Delima Gang'' (1989)
*''Delima Gang'' (1989)
*''Emong Mercenario'' (1989)
*''Bala at Rosaryo'' (1990)
*''Bala at Rosaryo'' (1990)
*''Hukom .45'' (1990)
*''Hukom .45'' (1990)
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*''[[Tunay Na Tunay: Gets Mo? Gets Ko!]]'' (2000)
*''[[Tunay Na Tunay: Gets Mo? Gets Ko!]]'' (2000)
*''Palaban'' (2000)
*''Palaban'' (2000)
*''[[Carta Alas: Huwag Ka Nang Humirit]]'' (2001)
*''[[Bukas, Babaha ng Dugo]]'' (2001)
*''[[Bukas, Babaha ng Dugo]]'' (2001)
*''[[Mano Po 2: My Home]]'' (2003)
*''[[Mano Po 2: My Home]]'' (2003)
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==Awards==
==Awards==
{| class="wikitable"
===FAMAS Awards===
!Year
*1990 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Delima Gang'' (1989)
!Work
*1991 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Angel Molave'' (1990)
!Award

!Category
===Gawad Urian Awards===
!Result
*1990 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Tatak ng Isang Api'' (1989)
!Source
*1999 Nominated for Best Supporting Actor for: ''Ang Babae sa Bintana'' (1998)
|-
|1987
|''[[Gabi Na, Kumander]]''
|Best Supporting Actor
|[[FAP Awards]]
|{{nom}}
|<ref>{{Cite news |date=March 22, 1987 |title=Viva films dominates FAP nominees |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=tGwVAAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA35&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA35#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Manila Standard]] |pages=14}}</ref>
|-
| rowspan="2" |1990
|''Tatak ng Isang Api''
| rowspan="2" |Best Supporting Actor
|[[Gawad Urian Award|Gawad Urian Awards]]
|{{nom}}
|
|-
|''Delima Gang''
|[[FAMAS Award|FAMAS Awards]]
|{{nom}}
|
|-
| rowspan="2" |1991
| rowspan="2" |''Angel Molave''
|Supporting Actor of the Year
|[[PMPC Star Awards for Movies]]
|{{nom}}
|<ref>{{Cite news |date=March 14, 1991 |title=7th Star Awards set tomorrow |url=https://books.google.com.ph/books?id=Lq8mAAAAIBAJ&lpg=PA41&dq=efren%20reyes%20jr&pg=PA41#v=onepage&q=efren%20reyes%20jr&f=false |access-date=April 15, 2024 |work=[[Manila Standard]] |pages=17}}</ref>
|-
|Best Supporting Actor
|[[FAMAS Award|FAMAS Awards]]
|{{nom}}
|
|-
|1999
|''Ang Babae sa Bintana''
|Best Supporting Actor
|[[Gawad Urian Award|Gawad Urian Awards]]
|{{nom}}
|
|}


==References==
==References==

Revision as of 17:43, 15 April 2024

Efren Reyes Jr.
Born
Efren Montes Reyes Jr.

(1959-06-25) June 25, 1959 (age 65)
Other namesJun
Occupation(s)actor, writer, director
Years active1967–present
Height176 cm (5 ft 9 in)
Parent(s)Efren Reyes Sr. (father)
Virginia Montes (mother)
FamilyCristina Reyes (sister)

Efren Montes Reyes Jr. (born June 25, 1959) is a Filipino actor known for his roles in action films. The son of Efren Reyes Sr., he is also a writer and director.

Reyes was first introduced as a child actor in the movie Eskinita 29 in 1968, then later he became an action star in the 1980s, and then took roles as either a main villain or as a supporting character from 1989 up to the present in Philippine films and television series.

Early life

Reyes was born on June 25, 1959, in Baguio. He is a fourth generation artist being the son of the late actor, writer, director and film producer Efren Reyes Sr. and actress Virginia Montes.[1] He is the brother of actress, Cristina Reyes. He is the nephew of actors Johnny Reyes and Tessie Quintana, the grandson of writer Pedrito Reyes, and is the great grandson of playwright Severino Reyes who is also known as "Lola Basyang" and is called "the Father of Philippine Sarsuela".[2] His cousin, James Reyes, was a successful fashion designer.[3]

Career

Reyes Jr. then played villain roles for three straight films in Tatak ng Isang Api, Delima Gang, and Huminga Ka Hangga't Gusto Mo. As not to be typecast as a villain, he took the lead role in the film Emong Mercenario.[4]

In 1994, he also starred in Tapang Kung Tapang which was led by Lito Lapid and Cynthia Luster and in the comedy Megamol.[5][6] In 1998, he played Princess Punzalan's husband in the series Mula Sa Puso.[7]

In 2001, Reyes Jr. played the villain alongside Dick Israel in the film Carta Alas: Huwag Ka Nang Humirit.[8] In 2002, he joined the cast of the series Bituin which starred Nora Aunor.[9] In 2008, he joined the cast of MMFF entry Anak ng Kumander.[10]

In 2012, Reyes Jr. played Faruq Ghazi, a rival clan head in the action film Magnum Muslim .357, a remake of the 1986 film.[11] In 2016, he joined the cast of the series Tubig at Langis, the remake of the 1980 film of the same name.[12] He also appeared in the action series Ang Probinsyano along with other former action stars.[13] He then played Mayor Rodrigo Duterte in the biopic Bato (The General Ronald dela Rosa Story).[14] In 2020, Reyes Jr. joined the cast of the superhero series Bella Bandida.[15]

Reyes Jr. is set to write and direct a biopic on the life of singer April Boy Regino.[16]

Political views

In 2004, Reyes Jr. supported Fernando Poe Jr.'s presidential campaign.[17] A year later, he joined other actors including Susan Roces (the widow of Poe Jr.), Gladys Guevarra, Richard Gomez and more in a rally calling for the resignation of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo.[18]

Filmography

Film

As writer

  • Sa Iyo ang Itaas, sa Akin ang Ibaba ng Bahay (1997)
  • Tatapatan Ko ang Lakas Mo (1999)
  • Pasasabugin Ko ang Mundo Mo (2000)

As director

  • Sa Iyo ang Itaas, sa Akin ang Ibaba ng Bahay (1997)

Television

  • Lovingly Yours (1984-1996)
  • Regal Shockers The Series (1985)
  • Sic O Clock News (1986-1989)
  • John En Marsha The Series (1987-1990) - Guest
  • Ok Ka Fairy Ko (1987-1995) - Guest
  • Palibhasa Lalake (1987-1998) - Guest
  • Home Along Da Riles (1992-2003) - Guest
  • Boracay (1993) - Guest
  • Cebu (1993) - Guest
  • GMA Telecine Specials (1993)
  • Bisperas ng Kasaysayan (1994)
  • Davao: Ang Gintong Pag Asa (1994) - Guest
  • Tropang Trumpo (1995-1998) - Guest
  • Coney Reyes On Camera (1995-1998) - Various
  • The Calvento Files The Series (1997-1998) - Various
  • Paraiso (1997-1998) - Various
  • Mula Sa Puso (1997-1999) - Ysmael Matias
  • Maynila (1999–present) - Various
  • Codename: Verano (2000) - Guest
  • Bubble Gang (2000) - Various
  • Tabing Ilog (1999–2003)
  • Kasangga (2001) - Various
  • Sa Puso Ko, Iingatan Ka (2001) - Mr. Tordesillas
  • Bituin (2002) - Angel
  • Klassmeyts (2002-2003) - Guest
  • Kaya Ni Mister, Kaya Ni Misis (2003) - Guest
  • Home Along Da Airport (2003) - Guest
  • Barya (2004) TV episode - Mark Bautista's Father
  • Spirits (2004–2005) - Chief Jaylo
  • Quizon Avenue (2005-2006) - Guest
  • Goin Bulilit (2005-2019) - Guest
  • Baywalk Drama Special (2005-2010)
  • Mga Anghel na Walang Langit (2005-2006)
  • Margarita (2007) - Carding
  • Love Spell (1 episode, 2007)
  • Hairy Harry (2007)
  • Magpakailanman (2008) - Various
  • Codename Asero (2008) - Guest
  • May Bukas Pa (2009)
  • Bulaklak (2009) - TV episode
  • Dahil May Isang Ikaw - Guido (Ella's Kidnapping 2009)
  • Maalaala Mo Kaya - Lina's Husband (2 episodes, 2009)
  • Tayong Dalawa (2009) - Ka Doroy
  • Tsinelas (2009) TV episode - Lina's Husband
  • Claudine (2010)
  • Spooky Nights Presents (2011-2012) - Various
  • Wagas (2012-2019) - Various
  • Puntod (2013) TV episode - Merto
  • It's Showtime (2012) - Guest/Judge
  • Maalaala Mo Kaya (2013) - Merto
  • Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw (2013) - Ernesto Cruz
  • Little Champ (2013) - Mr. Salacay
  • Tunay Na Buhay (2014) - Guest Himself Featured
  • Imbestigador (2015) - Various
  • Sabado Badoo (2015) - Cameo Footage Featured
  • Tubig at Langis (2016) - Nestor Samaniego
  • FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (2016) - Apollo Magat
  • Ipaglaban Mo! (2017)
  • Dear Uge (2017) - Various
  • Los Bastardos (2018) - Alberto "Bert" Esperanza
  • Wansapanataym (2018) Various
  • Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko (2018) - Various
  • Pepito Manaloto (2019) - Guest
  • Banana Sundae (2019) - Guest
  • A Soldier's Heart (2020)
  • Bella Bandida (2021) - Tigro Ortaleza
  • The Iron Heart (2023)

Awards

Year Work Award Category Result Source
1987 Gabi Na, Kumander Best Supporting Actor FAP Awards Nominated [19]
1990 Tatak ng Isang Api Best Supporting Actor Gawad Urian Awards Nominated
Delima Gang FAMAS Awards Nominated
1991 Angel Molave Supporting Actor of the Year PMPC Star Awards for Movies Nominated [20]
Best Supporting Actor FAMAS Awards Nominated
1999 Ang Babae sa Bintana Best Supporting Actor Gawad Urian Awards Nominated

References

  1. ^ "Efren Reyes: Actor & More". www.pressreader.com. September 1, 2013. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  2. ^ "Lola Basyang At Ink Exhibit". Philippine Daily Inquirer. October 6, 2002. pp. Q2. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  3. ^ "Why Philippine fashion will not forget James Reyes". Lifestyle.INQ. March 19, 2019. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  4. ^ "Any Man Would Fall For Her - Eric Quizon". Manila Standard. September 29, 1989. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  5. ^ "Two action stars meet in 'Tapang Kung Tapang'". Manila Standard. March 17, 1994. p. 18. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  6. ^ "Sharon, Andrew E in 'Megamol'". Manila Standard. July 20, 1994. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  7. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (July 8, 2020). "Princess Punzalan: from Mula Sa Puso's primera kontrabida to international actress". PEP.ph. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  8. ^ Sicam, Edmund L. (May 26, 2001). "Ace Vergel returns to the film scene". Philippine Daily Inquirer. pp. F2.
  9. ^ Salterio, Leah (September 18, 2002). "Nora's 'Bituin'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. pp. A30. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  10. ^ "Anak ng Kumander". Philippine Daily Inquirer. December 25, 2007. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  11. ^ Bautista, Jude (December 26, 2014). "MMFF 2014 REVIEW: ER Ejercito-Sam Pinto starrer, Muslim Magnum .357, offers a slick and well polished look". PEP.ph. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  12. ^ "'Tubig at Langis' tests limits of marriage". Philstar.com. January 29, 2016. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  13. ^ "Kapamilya Rewind: 5 Comeback Action Stars in FPJ's Ang Probinsyano". ABS-CBN Entertainment. October 6, 2016. Retrieved April 16, 2024.
  14. ^ Gabinete, Jojo (January 23, 2019). "Ilang kandidato sa 2019 elections, nagpaparamdam na sa pelikula at TV shows". PEP.ph. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  15. ^ "Bella Bandida: Newest heroine on Philippine TV". SunStar Publishing Inc. November 11, 2020. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  16. ^ "April Boy Regino biopic, matutuloy na; sino ang gaganap na bida?". PEP.ph. March 15, 2024. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  17. ^ Zamora, Fe (June 16, 2004). "Da King says Macapagal would be a 'fake president'". Philippine Daily Inquirer. pp. A21. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  18. ^ Zamora, Fe; Quismundo, Tarra V.; Uy, Jocelyn (July 14, 2015). "A touch of show biz at business district". Philippine Daily Inquirer. pp. A21. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  19. ^ "Viva films dominates FAP nominees". Manila Standard. March 22, 1987. p. 14. Retrieved April 15, 2024.
  20. ^ "7th Star Awards set tomorrow". Manila Standard. March 14, 1991. p. 17. Retrieved April 15, 2024.