Angelo Castro Jr.
Filipino actor and journalist
Born
March 6th, 1945
80 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Philippines
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An actor and journalist who contributed significantly to Philippine media. Worked as a news anchor for ABS-CBN and hosted the influential television program 'The World Tonight.' Also recognized for acting roles in various films and television dramas. Contributed to the development of news broadcasting in the country and played a crucial role during the Martial Law period in the Philippines.
Anchored 'The World Tonight' on ABS-CBN
Acted in several popular Philippine films
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