Filipino Royalty

2012-01-25T00:05:00.000+08:00

Discover the profiles of Philippines' prominent royals! If you have never encountered an outstanding Filipino, here's another online reference just for you.

Filipino Royalty is an info blog on any Filipino dubbed as 'King', 'Queen', 'Prince', or 'Princess'.

LJ Reyes

2009-12-25T00:00:00.001+08:00

"StarStruck 2 First Princess"

LJ Reyes
AKA Lourna Jane Reyes

QUOTE
"Keep dreaming, continue to believe, and finally survive."

ALIAS
"LJ"

DATE OF BIRTH
December 25, 1987

BIRTHPLACE
Manila, Philippines

USEFUL LINKS

iGMA.tv Celebrity Profile - LJ Reyes
Favorite Nooks: LJ Reyes
The seven looks of LJ Reyes!
LJ Reyes harassed by politician
Wikipedia Article on L.J. Reyes
WikiPilipinas Article on StarStruck

CJ Suarez

2009-12-24T00:00:00.000+08:00

"King of the Lanes"

CJ Suarez
AKA Christian Jan Suarez

2003 Athlete of the Year and Bowling World Cup Champion

QUOTE
"I hope that my victory would inspire the youth to pursue sports and continue studying at the same time."

ALIAS
"CJ"

DATE OF BIRTH
December 24, 1979

FATHER: Teody Suarez
MOTHER: Rose

USEFUL LINKS

CJ Suarez Profile - Les Mills Northeast
Filipino ace beats Dutch to win Bowling World Cup; C.J. Suarez, king of the lanes
Bowler Jan 'CJ' Suarez: The Newest Toast of Philippine Sports
Sports Massage
Christian Jan (CJ) Suarez: Hero's Welcome Awaits World Cup Champ

Carlo J Caparas

2009-12-14T00:00:00.002+08:00

"King of Philippine Komiks"
"Komiks King"

Carlo J. Caparas
AKA Magno Jose J. Caparas

1st Filipino komiks writer honored with the prestigious "Gawad Komisyon sa Wika" award by the National Commission for the Filipino Language (2006)

QUOTE
"Hindi dapat mangyari na ang ating wika ay tulad ng isang gamit na kapag ayaw ay itatapon at gagawing basahan" (Filipino should not be treated like something that you can dispose of when no longer needed)

ALIAS
"Massacre Director"

DATE OF BIRTH
December 14, 1948

BIRTHPLACE
Pampanga, Philippines

HUSBAND/WIFE: Donna Villa
CHILDREN: CJ and Peach

USEFUL LINKS

Caparas, superheroes on stamps
Carlo J. Caparas bags Sagisag Balagtas Award
President Arroyo, Carlo J. Caparas support revival of komiks industry
Donna & Carlo Bring Back The Glory Days Of Komiks
Carlo J. Caparas on WikiPilipinas.org
Wikipedia Article on Carlo J. Caparas

Louie Ysmael

2009-11-22T00:00:00.002+08:00

"King of Manila Nightlife"
"Nightlife King"
"Disco King"

Louie Ysmael
AKA Louie Recto Ysmael

QUOTE
"You must be consistent. You shouldn't fail because people have many alternatives."

ALIAS
"Louie Y"
"King Louie"

DATE OF BIRTH
November 22, 1949

FATHER: Johnny Ysmael
MOTHER: Pricilla "Chona" Silos Recto

WIFE: Cecile Chang
DAUGHTER: Missy

USEFUL LINKS

King Louie
How Manila's club scene is coping
Upscale club marks fifth year
A place that's as smooth as silk
Fathers in full swing
The Silos Family

Yoyoy Villame

2009-11-18T00:00:00.001+08:00

"The King of Philippine Novelty Songs"

Yoyoy Villame
AKA Roman Tesorio Villame

QUOTE
"Pong chuwala (pong chuwalai) Chi chi ri kong koila Butse kik (butse kik) ek-ek-ek (ek-ek-ek)"

DATE OF BIRTH
November 18, 1932

BIRTHPLACE
Sta. Cruz, Calape, Bohol, Philippines

WIFE: Dionisia
CHILDREN: Lilian, Hannah, Apple, Olivia, Roman Jr., and John

YEAR OF DEATH
May 18, 2007

USEFUL LINKS

OPM Artist Profile - Yoyoy Villame
20th Awit Awards Winners
There's more than humor to our favorite Yoyoy hits
No sad songs for Yoyoy Villame
Pop culture icon Yoyoy Villame dies
Yoyoy & Max: The Novelty Music Greats
Wikipedia Article on Yoyoy Villame

Eddie Peregrina

2009-11-11T00:00:00.002+08:00

"The Jukebox King"

Eddie Peregrina
AKA Eddie Villavicencio Peregrina

ALIAS
"Ed"

DATE OF BIRTH
November 11, 1944

BIRTHPLACE
Manila, Philippines

FATHER: Octavio Peregrina
MOTHER: Nena

WIFE: Evelyn Salazar
CHILDREN: Edlyn and Michelle

YEAR OF DEATH
April 30, 1977

USEFUL LINKS

Eddie Peregrina: 'Memories of Our Dreams'
OPM Artist Profile - Eddie Peregrina
Remembering Departed Stars
Wikipedia Article on Eddie Peregrina

Basil Valdez

2009-11-08T00:00:00.002+08:00

"King of Movie Theme Songs"

Basil Valdez
AKA Basil Salvador Valdez

QUOTE
"Music is curative."

DATE OF BIRTH
November 8, 1951

BIRTHPLACE
Manila, Philippines

USEFUL LINKS

OPM online registry of Basil Valdez
Basil Valdez: A Musical Force to Reckon With
Basil and Kuh sing their timeless hits
The Day Basil Valdez Lost His Voice
Wikipedia Article on Basil Valdez

Coco Martin

2009-11-01T00:00:00.002+08:00

"Prince of Philippine Independent Cinema"
"Prince of Indie Films"

Coco Martin
AKA Rodel P. Nacianceno

QUOTE
"At least for me I really learned a lot from indie – the discipline, the (multi-tasking) yes, sometimes it's as if I almost know everything. I know my character and the other stuff. Sometimes they were surprised cause when I arrived in our location I have with me everything I need for the shoot – the clothes. I just want to avoid delays because I forgot something. Now, they don’t have to tell me what to do or what I need to bring because of the discipline and trainings I had."

DATE OF BIRTH
November 1, 1984

USEFUL LINKS

Body Talk with Coco Martin
Coco Martin says indie film background serves him well in showbiz
Edgy roles attract Coco Martin
Coco Martin: A Simple Guy With Big Dreams
Wikipedia Article on Coco Martin

Fidela Magpayo

2009-10-29T00:00:00.000+08:00

"Queen of Philippine Radio"

Fidela Magpayo
AKA Fidela Mendoza-Magpayo

First Lady of Philippine Radio

QUOTE
"I believe that as one grows older, there must be an improvement."

ALIAS
"Tiya Dely"

DATE OF BIRTH
October 29, 1926

BIRTHPLACE
Malate, Manila, Philippines

HUSBAND: Leonor Reyes
CHILDREN: Violeta, Delia, and Leonor Jr.

YEAR OF DEATH
September 1, 2008

USEFUL LINKS

Tiya Dely Magpayo: Queen of Philippine Radio
'Tiya Dely', First Lady of RP radio, passes away
Veteran radio anchor 'Tiya Dely' suffers stroke
TIYA DELY MAGPAYO STILL RULES THE AIRWAVES
Fidela Magpayo - WikiPilipinas

Gina Pareno

2009-10-20T00:00:00.000+08:00

"Queen of Philippine Indie Cinema"
"Queen of Indie Films"

Gina Pareño
AKA Geraldine Ocura Acthley

QUOTE
"I want to be remembered in showbiz as someone who made people happy."

DATE OF BIRTH
October 20, 1953

FATHER: Bouffard Acthley
MOTHER: Patricia Dory Ocura

HUSBAND: _____
DAUGHTER: Jannica

USEFUL LINKS

Gina Pareño wins as Best Actress for 'Serbis' in Russia
Gina Pareño wins more Int'l acting awards
Gina Pareno talks about Kubrador's New York experience
IMDb Biography for Gina Pareño
Showbiz's other beauty queens
Gina Pareño, Jaclyn Jose cited in Cannes
Gina Pareno: A Mother's Pride, A Daughter's Love
Wikipedia Article on Gina Pareño

Richard Merk

2009-10-14T00:00:00.002+08:00

"Prince of Jazz"

Richard Merk
AKA Richard James Bulawin Merk

QUOTE
"Success comes in many forms. A good career, a happy family, fulfilled dreams and having the strongest faith in God. If one is successful then happiness surrounds that person. It goes hand in hand."

DATE OF BIRTH
October 14, 1955

BIRTHPLACE
Angeles City, Philippines

FATHER: James Merk
MOTHER: Annie Brazil

WIFE: Veronica (Roni) Tapia
daughter: Manna

USEFUL LINKS

richardmerk.com
Artist Profile: Richard Merk
A 'Merk' Christmas for everyone
The Prince of Jazz says: 'I have no regrets!'
No Sibling Rivalry For Richard Merk And Rachel Anne Wolfe
Merk's verdict
There's something brewing in Tagaytay

Eduardo Buenavista

2009-10-13T00:00:00.000+08:00

"King of the Road"
"Track King"

Eduardo Buenavista

QUOTE
"Now they know who's the marathon champion."

ALIAS
"Vertek"

DATE OF BIRTH
October 13, 1978

BIRTHPLACE
South Cotabato, Philippines

USEFUL LINKS

Buenavista back with vengeance
Buenavista casts giant shadow
Buenavista, Manipol fashion out contrasting triumphs
Buenavista: Track King Turns Marathon Man
Wikipedia Article on Eduardo Buenavista

Annie Brazil

2009-10-06T00:00:00.001+08:00

"Queen of Philippine Jazz"
"RP Jazz Queen"

Annie Brazil
AKA Annie Brazil Wolfe

QUOTE
"To sing a song with feeling, you must go through what life has to offer — that's the only way you can sing from the heart."

ALIAS
"Grand Dame of Jazz"

DATE OF BIRTH
October 6, 1933

BIRTHPLACE
San Miguel, Manila, Philippines

FATHER: Gualberto Bulawin
MOTHER: Socorro Brazil

HUSBAND: David Wolfe
Annie and David have seven children, among them Rachel Anne Wolfe.

PARTNER: James Merk
SON: Richard Merk

USEFUL LINKS

One on One with Annie Brazil
RP 'jazz queen' 75, still singing
Annie Brazil at 75 Swinging at Merk's
Life is the best teacher for Annie Brazil
The longevity of Annie Brazil
Grand lady of jazz turns
At 73, Singing Keeps Her Young
Annie Brazil could have sung all night
New CD Release!: Here's to Life by Annie Brazil

Filipinos - Repent!

2009-10-02T15:24:00.003+08:00

It's time for you to hear that there's a great God who knows and sees everything - a great God who knows your thoughts, feelings, and actions. Beware liars: there's a judgment waiting for every person who lies and that liars will be thrown to the hellfire. Who will judge? The Holy and True God!

You said that you're just a man - but think about yourself as a sinner and that your sin came from the devil - that's because you don't fear and believe in God. Don't be dumb or conceited because there's a judgment waiting for our sins. Lord Jesus is the Saviour and He can forgive sins, but He is also the Righteous Judge and no person can hide any sin from Him.

Today is the day of repentance and salvation. Repent! Repent if you don't want to go through the wrath of the Sovereign God and if you don't want to be among sinners that will be cast into hell. No sinner could save himself from his own sins. No sinner could do good works if there is no change in his soul, mind, and heart. Remember, the Lord Jesus is the Saviour but judgment is also in His hands! If you know the truth but you're living sinfully and you lie all the time – repent. If you say that you don't sin, you're making God a liar! Repent when you know that there's still time!

"But the fearful, and unbelieving, and abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death." (Revelation 21:8)

"For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who hold the truth in unrighteousness;"
(Romans 1:18)

"...He that doeth good is of God: but he that doeth evil hath not seen God."
(3 John 1:11)

"Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord." (Acts 3:19)

"And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:
So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation."
(Hebrews 9:27-28)

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Magsisi ka!
Malapit na ang Ikalawang Pagdating ng Panginoong Jesus!

Hindi na ako magdadalawang isip na sabihin sa iyo na may Panginoong Diyos na nakakakita sa bawat isip at kilos natin. Sa mga kasinungalingan ng tao ay may parusang naghihintay at ito ay ang pagtapon sa mga sinungaling sa impiyerno. Sino ang gagawa ng paghusga? Ang Diyos na Banal at Totoo!

Nasabi mo na ikaw ay tao lamang pero naisip mo ba na ikaw ay makasalanan at ang kasalanan ay nagmula sa diyablo, dahil na rin sa kawalan ng takot at pananampalataya sa Diyos. Huwag tayo maging mangmang o mayabang dahil may panahon ng paghusga para sa ating mga kasalanan. Ang Panginoong Jesus ang Tagapagligtas at Siya rin ang makakapagpatawad sa atin pero Siya rin ang Matuwid na Hukom (Righteous Judge) at walang sinoman ang makakapaglihim ng kahit anong kasalanan.

Ito na ang panahon ng pagsisisi at kaligtasan. Magsisi ka! Magsisi ka kung ayaw mo matikman ang parusa ng Panginoong Diyos sa mga taong makasalanan. Hindi natin kaya iligtas ang ating sarili sa kasalanan. Hindi natin kayang maging mabuti kung wala tayong pagbabago ng kaluluwa, isip, at puso. Tandaan mo, ang Panginoong Jesus lang ang Tagapagligtas pero ang paghuhusga ay nasa kaniya rin! Kung alam mo ang katotohanan at namumuhay ka pa rin sa kasalanan at kasinugalingan - magsisi ka. Kung sasabihin natin na tayo ay walang kasalanan, ginagawa nating sinungaling ang Diyos! Magsisi ka hangga't may panahon pa!

"Nguni't sa mga duwag, at sa mga hindi mananampalataya, at sa mga kasuklamsuklam, at sa mga mamamatay-tao, at sa mga mapakiapid, at sa mga manggagaway, at sa mga mapagsamba sa diosdiosan, at sa lahat na mga sinungaling, ang kanilang bahagi ay sa dagatdagatang nagniningas sa apoy at asupre; na siyang ikalawang kamatayan." (Pahayag 21:8)

"Sapagka't ang poot ng Dios ay nahahayag mula sa langit laban sa lahat na kasamaan at kalikuan ng mga tao, na mga sinasawata ang katotohanan ng kalikuan;"
(Mga Romano 1:18)

"Minamahal, huwag mong tularan ang masama, kundi ang mabuti. Ang gumagawa ng mabuti ay sa Dios: ang gumagawa ng masama ay hindi nakakita sa Dios."
(3 Juan 1:11)

"Kaya nga mangagsisi kayo, at mangagbalik-loob, upang mangapawi ang inyong mga kasalanan, upang kung magkagayon ay magsidating ang mga panahon ng kaginhawahang mula sa harapan ng Panginoon;" (Mga Gawa 3:19)

"Ay gayon din naman si Cristo, na inihandog na minsan upang dalhin ang mga kasalanan ng marami, sa ikalawa'y pakikita na hiwalay sa kasalanan, sa ikaliligtas ng mga nagsisipaghintay sa kaniya." (Mga Hebreo 9:28)

Ramon "Bong" Revilla Jr

2009-09-25T00:00:00.001+08:00

"Box-Office King"

Ramon Revilla, Jr.
AKA Jose Marie Mortel Bautista

QUOTE
"Becoming President is in one's destiny and beyond any individual's control."

ALIAS
"Bong"

DATE OF BIRTH
September 25, 1966

BIRTHPLACE
Manila, Philippines

FATHER: Ramon B. Revilla/Ramon Revilla, Sr. (Jose Bautista)
MOTHER: Azucena Mortel

WIFE: Lani Mercado (Jesusa Victoria Hernandez)
CHILDREN: Leonard Bryan, Jose Lorenzo, Inah Felicia, Ma. Viktoria Gianna, Ma. Franzel Loudette, and Ramon Vicente

USEFUL LINKS

Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. Official Website
Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla, Jr. - Senate of the Philippines
Senator Ramon Bong Revilla, Jr. statement on Lakas' possible Presidential nomination
Sen. Bong Revilla rushing 10% reduction on entertainment tax
Bong Revilla admits having child out of wedlock
People tired of politics, says Bong Revilla
Bong Revilla
Wikipedia Article on Bong Revilla

Jericho Rosales

2009-09-22T00:07:00.002+08:00

"Prince of Philippines Movies"

Jericho Rosales
AKA Jericho Vibar Rosales

QUOTE
"God will take care of your needs. Being single should not a burden. It's an opportunity for you to do more meaningful things."

ALIAS
"Echo"

DATE OF BIRTH
September 22, 1979

BIRTHPLACE
Quezon City, Philippines

USEFUL LINKS

Facebook Page of Jericho Rosales
Jericho Rosales says he is single for a reason
Wikipedia Article on Jericho Rosales

Didith Reyes

2009-09-17T00:00:00.001+08:00

"Jukebox Queen"

Didith Reyes
AKA Maria Helen Bella Avenila Santamaria

QUOTE
"I know myself."

DATE OF BIRTH
September 17, 1949

HUSBAND: Victor Reyes
CHILDREN: Arvy

YEAR OF DEATH
December 10, 2008

USEFUL LINKS

Son, colleagues of Didith Reyes mourn her death
'70s jukebox queen found dead
She 'Didith' her way
Last ever interview of Didith Reyes with Brola (In Memoriam)
Wikipedia Article on Didith Reyes

Carlos Loyzaga

2009-08-29T00:00:00.002+08:00

"Lion King"
"King Bedan"

Caloy Loyzaga
AKA Carlos Loyzaga

Philippine National Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee (1999)

QUOTE
"Malaking karangalan sa akin ang maglaro para sa aking bayan." (It's a great honor for me to play for my country.)

ALIAS
"The Great Difference" or "The Big Difference"

DATE OF BIRTH
August 29, 1930

BIRTHPLACE
San Jose, Mindoro, Philippines

FATHER: Joaquin Loyzaga
MOTHER: _____

WIFE: Vicky Cuerva
CHILDREN: Joaquin (Chito), Ernesto Jose (Joey), Teresa, and Bing

USEFUL LINKS

San Beda relives Caloy Loyzaga's golden era
Pep talk with Caloy
Down under and up here
Blue and red clash again
Wikipedia Article on Carlos Loyzaga

Efren "Bata" Reyes

2009-08-26T00:00:00.001+08:00

"World 8-Ball King"

Efren "Bata" Reyes

1st Filipino Champion Billiards Player inducted in the Billiard Congress of America Hall of Fame (2003)
1st Filipino Champion Billiards Player inducted in the One Pocket Hall of Fame (2004)
1st Filipino Champion Billiards Player to win $500,000 International Pool Tour's King of the Hill 8-Ball Shootout tournament, the largest prize money in the history of pocket billiards (2005)

QUOTE
"My advice to young players is to prioritize their education first before pool. Stay away from bad vices like drugs."

ALIAS
"Bata" (The Kid)
"The Magician"
"Cesar Morales"

DATE OF BIRTH
August 26, 1954

BIRTHPLACE
Pampanga, Philippines

USEFUL LINKS

Billiard Congress of America Hall of Fame Inductees (2002-2006)
One Pocket: Efren Reyes Hall of Fame Page
International Pool Tour Player Profile: Efren Reyes
The AZBilliards Interview with Efren Reyes
Efren "Bata" Reyes world's richest pool player
Reyes is World 8-Ball king

Eddie Rodriguez

2009-08-23T00:00:00.000+08:00

"Love-Triangle-Drama King"
"The King of Drama"

Eddie Rodriguez
AKA Luis Clemente Enriquez

DATE OF BIRTH
August 23, 1932

BIRTHPLACE
Zamboanga City, Philippines

YEAR OF DEATH
September 12, 2001

USEFUL LINKS

Eddie Rodriguez Biography
The Spy Thriller of The Sixties
Remembering Departed Stars
Movie Celebrities Then and Now: Eddie Rodriguez

Ronnie Alcano

2009-07-27T00:00:00.001+08:00

"World 9-Ball King"
"World Pool King"

Ronnie Alcano
AKA Ronato Alcano

World 8-Ball Champion (2007)
World 9-Ball Champion (2006)

QUOTE
"To the young gifted players, pursue your dream. I know someday you will take over from today’s billiards heroes. You could be world champs"

ALIAS
"Calamba"
"The Volcano"

DATE OF BIRTH
July 27, 1972

BIRTHPLACE
Calamba City, Laguna, Philippines

USEFUL LINKS

Ronato Alcano - 9 ball Pool Player
WPC Player Profiles: Ronato Alcano
Alcano chases historic crown
Nation Hails World Pool King, He's Ronato Alcano
Wikipedia Article on Ronato Alcano

Imelda Marcos

2009-07-02T00:00:00.002+08:00

"Queen of Shoes"
"Queen of the Islands"

Imelda Marcos
AKA Imelda Trinidad Romuáldez

1st Filipina First Lady to win a seat in the Interim Batasang Pambansa (1978)

QUOTE
"The only rich person is a person who is rich in spirit. I have no money deposit. I have only beauty deposit."

ALIAS
"Steel Butterfly"
"Muse of Manila"

DATE OF BIRTH
July 2, 1929

BIRTHPLACE
Manila, Philippines

FATHER: Vicente Orestes Romuáldez
MOTHER: Remedios Trinidad

HUSBAND: Pres. Ferdinand Marcos
CHILDREN: Imee, Ferdinand Jr. (Bongbong), Irene, and Aimee (adopted)

USEFUL LINKS

Queen of the islands
TIME.com 10 Questions: Imelda Marcos
Sandigan acquits Imelda of foundation graft raps
Rotten.com Imelda Marcos Bio
Homage to Imelda's shoes
Exclusive Photos of the Jewelry Collection of Imelda Marcos
Imelda Marcos runs for Philippines presidency
Manila Journal; Queen of the Quirky, Imelda Marcos Holds Court
Wikipedia Article on Imelda Marcos

Luke Mejares

2009-06-25T00:00:00.001+08:00

"King of Acoustic R&B"
"King of R&B"

Luke Mejares
AKA Michael Luke P. Mejares

QUOTE
"One has to grow with time. As an artist, I feel that I should be open to explore possibilities, to spread my wings as a singer, to sing songs beyond those that I usually perform."

ALIAS
"Gary Valenciano of Bohol"

DATE OF BIRTH
June 25, 1975

BIRTHPLACE
Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Philippines

FATHER: Robert Edward Davis (biological), Leonides S. Mejares (adoptive)
MOTHER: Elvira

WIFE: Inger Cuenco
CHILDREN: Akeisha and Jamal

USEFUL LINKS

Luke for love
Luke Mejares' Promises Unfold In New Album
Luke Mejares performs at The Venue tomorrow
Sabado Boys Beef Up Weekend Primetime TV
Wikipedia Article on Luke Mijares

Sylvia La Torre

2009-06-10T00:00:00.000+08:00

"Queen of Novelty Songs"
"Queen of Kundiman"
"Jukebox Queen"

Sylvia La Torre

ALIAS
"Ibyang"

DATE OF BIRTH
1933

FATHER: Olive La Torre
MOTHER: Leonora Reyes

HUSBAND/WIFE: Celso Perez de Tagle
CHILDREN: Artie, Bernie and Cheche

USEFUL LINKS

OPM Artist Profile of Sylvia La Torre
Pinoy Musician - Sylvia La Torre
Sylvia La Torre proves she's still a topnotch performer at age 72!
Greatest Voices of the Century, Sylvia La Torre Tops List
Wikipedia Article on Sylvia La Torre
Sylvia La Torre - WikiPilipinas