Gloria Romero

Filipino actress, star of Bituing Walang Ningning

Gloria Romero - Filipino actress, star of Bituing Walang Ningning
Born

1933
92 years ago

Died

January 25th, 2025
0 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Philippines

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This actress began her career in the 1950s and became a prominent figure in the Philippine film industry. She starred in numerous films and television shows, with significant roles in popular dramas and comedies. Throughout the decades, she showcased her talent in various genres, becoming a beloved icon among Filipino audiences. Notable performances include roles in films like "Bituing Walang Ningning" and television series such as "Annaliza" and "Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin." Her contributions to entertainment earned her several awards and recognitions in Philippine cinema.

Starred in Bituing Walang Ningning

Featured in Annaliza and Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin

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