German Moreno

Television host and actor in Philippine media

German Moreno - Television host and actor in Philippine media
Born

October 4th, 1933
91 years ago

Died

January 8th, 2016
9 years ago — 82 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Philippines

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Television host, actor, and comedian played a significant role in the Philippine entertainment industry. Hosted the popular noontime show 'Eat Bulaga!' and served as a mentor to numerous aspiring artists through various talent search programs. Moreno also starred in films and television series, becoming a familiar face in Filipino households. As a talent manager, he contributed to the careers of many entertainers in the Philippines. His work spanned several decades, solidifying his status in Philippine culture.

Hosted 'Eat Bulaga!' for decades

Mentored many artists through talent search programs

Appeared in numerous films and TV shows

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