ph365 Marcos on Gloria Romero: ‘Great lady with the dignity of a true star’
Gloria Romero (leftmost) with Shaina Magdayao (top left) and Eugene Domingo (bottom right). Images: Instagram/@yescppicache, @shaina_magdayao, @eugenedomingo_official
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Monday penned a message to the late Queen of Philippine Cinema Gloria Romero, calling her a “great lady with the dignity of a true star.”
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The award-winning actress portrayed former first lady Imelda Marcos in the biographical film “Iginuhit ng Tadhana” in 1965. Marcos played as himself in the movie.
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spincasino“I first met Gloria Romero on the set while filming ‘Iginuhit ng Tadhana’ and have been an admirer of her work as an actress ever since. She was always a great lady with the dignity of a true star,” he added.
Article continues after this advertisementMarcos also said Romero was not just a brilliant artist “but a very fine person.”
Article continues after this advertisement“The world of Filipino cinema and all of entertainment will never forget her,” he added.
Article continues after this advertisementRomero died at 91, as confirmed by her family last Saturday.
Her wake began on Sunday, January 26, but it is exclusive for family and friends.
Article continues after this advertisementA public viewing will be held on the mornings of January 27 and 28 and will be closed in the afternoons for the late film star’s loved ones.
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