LUMINARY. Gloria Romero graced Philippine cinemas for seven decades.
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Known for her acting versatility, beauty, and elegance, Gloria Romero graced the screen during the ‘Golden Age of Philippine Cinema’ in the 1950s and had a career spanning 70 years
MANILA, Philippines – Farewell to the queen.
Gloria Romero, the veteran Philippine actress who starred in over 250 movies and television shows, died on Saturday, January 25. She was 91.
Known as the “Queen of Philippine Cinema,” Romero passed away peacefully, her daughter Maritess Gutierrez confirmed.
“In this time of loss, our family deeply appreciates the support, prayers, sympathy, all the lovely messages, and heartfelt condolences that we’ve received,” Gutierrez said.
Admired for her acting versatility, beauty, and elegance, Romero graced the screens during the “Golden Age of Philippine Cinema” in the 1950s and starred in films like Dalagang Ilocana (1954), Sino Ang May Sala (1957), and Paru-Parong Bukid (1958).
Her career continued to flourish in the next decades and made a mark in several other movies, including Nagbabagang Luha (1988) and Tanging Yaman (2000).
“A round of applause for a life well lived,” actress Lovely Rivero posted on social media.
Romero’s wake will be held at the Arlington Memorial Chapel in Quezon City. – Rappler.com
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