Miguel Rodriguez (actor)

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Miguel Rodriguez
Born
Michael Benedict P. Rodriguez

(1962-11-05)November 5, 1962
Las Piñas, Metro Manila, Philippines
DiedFebruary 14, 1997(1997-02-14) (aged 34)
Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines
Resting placeAlabang, Muntinlupa City
OccupationActor, model
Years active1981–1996
SpouseIrene Salud
Children2
AwardsFAMAS Best Supporting Actor (Ibulong Mo sa Diyos)

Michael Benedict P. Rodriguez (November 5, 1962 – February 14, 1997)[1] was a Filipino actor and model. He got his start in show business when he was discovered by the filmmaker, a National Artist for Film, Lino Brocka,[2] who cast him in a Close Up commercial in 1981. Often referred to as the "Filipino Christopher Reeve", he was most famous for his roles on the television sitcom Palibhasa Lalake[3] and opposite Sharon Cuneta in the 1983 movie To Love Again.

He was nominated three times—1995, 1989, and 1986 respectively as Best Supporting Actor in the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards (also known as the FAMAS Awards) for the films The Elsa Castillo Story (1994), Ibulong Mo sa Diyos (1988), and Partida (1985). He won the award in 1989 for playing the role of Mario Umali—a dance choreographer who raped the main protagonist, Monica Quijano (played by Vilma Santos)—in Ibulong Mo sa Diyos.

Other works and retirement

Rodriguez was also known for having appeared with Snooky Serna in the 1984 film Experience in which he played the character who protected Snooky from a person stalking her.[a]

Notably, he starred as the Filipino-Spanish Ilustrado, Alfonsito, in the 1985 award-winning and daring period film Virgin Forest directed by the celebrated and multi-awarded Filipino filmmaker, Peque Gallaga,[4][5] and which musical score[6] was provided by another film icon, Jaime Fabregas.

On June 26, 1986, Rodriguez and Edu Manzano hosted Bb. Pilipinas 1986 Grand Coronation Night, held at the Araneta Coliseum. Ms. Chiqui Hollman-Yulo anchored the event.[7] Seven years later, Miguel and Peque will have worked again in the movie, Adventures of Gary Leon and Kuting.[8]

He eventually became an action film star, appearing in Bir Mammud: Alyas Boy Muslim (1989), Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay: Kapitan Paile (1990) and Hanggang Kailan Ka Papatay (1990).

He retired from acting in 1996 after the release of Huwag Mong Isuko ang Laban, the last film he worked on in 1995.

Personal life and death

He married popular fashion stylist and socialite Irene Salud on March 14, 1987 at the St. Pancratius Chapel, Paco Park, Manila. The late actor Fernando Poe Jr. and Lily Monteverde of Regal Films were among their principal sponsors.

On 14 February 1997, Rodriguez was found dead by a household help at his home in BF Homes, Parañaque.[9] He died from pancreatitis[10] at the age of 34.[1][11]

Filmography

Television

Title Year Role Network
Palibhasa Lalake 1987–1992 Himself ABS-CBN
Vilma! 1986–1991 Co-host GMA Network
Young Love, Sweet Love 1988–1990 various roles RPN
Maricel Regal Drama Special 1987-1992 ABS-CBN
Lovingly Yours, Helen 1992–1995 GMA Network
Ipaglaban Mo: Sa Pagitan ng Dugo at Tubig 1994 ABS-CBN
Star Drama Theater Presents: Dawn Zulueta 1994 ABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya 1992-1994 ABS-CBN
Pasiklaban sa Trese 1993–1994 Co-host IBC

Film

Title Year Role
Mainit Na Puso 1982 Rod
To Love Again 1983 Bullet/Alberto Alcantara
Experience 1984 Froilan
Virgin Forest 1985 Alfonsito
Partida 1985 Greggy
I Can't Stop Loving You 1985 Jeff Carbonell
Paalam, Bukas ang Kasal Ko 1986 Ruffy
Payaso 1986 Himself; special participation
Kapag Lumaban ang Api 1987 Ramiro Samonte
Tagos ng Dugo 1987 Cesar Garcia
Stolen Moment 1987 Alex
Paano Kung Wala Ka Na? 1987 Don
Binibining Tsuperman 1987 Christopher
Tatlong Ina, Isang Anak 1987 Nonoy
Ibulong Mo sa Diyos 1988 Mario Umali
Ang Supremo 1988 Lt. Marco Templo
Bir Mammud, Alyas Boy Muslim[12][13] 1989 Bir Mammud
Kung Maibabalik Ko Lang 1989 Chito
Bilangin ang Bituin sa Langit 1989 Arturo
Si Aida, Si Lorna, o Si Fe 1989 Lando
Pangarap Na Ginto 1990 Jack Peralta
Kahit Isumpa Mo Ako 1990
Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay: Kapitan Paile 1990 Capt. Gabriel Paile
Hanggang Kailan Ka Papatay? 1990 David Llarpido
Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting 1991 Jude
True Confessions: Evelyn, Myrna & Margie 1992 Rene
Mainit na Puso 1992
Lucio Margallo 1992 Alexander Sarmiento
Shotgun Banjo 1992 Marvin
Lacson: Batas ng Navotas 1992 Manuel
Shake, Rattle & Roll IV 1992 Dr. Apol (segment "Ang Madre")
Kung Kailangan Mo Ako 1993 Rocky
Kailan Dalawa ang Mahal? 1993
Hulihin...Probinsyanong Mandurukot 1993 Brando
Ronquillo: Tubong Cavite, Laking Tondo 1993 Gardo
Jesus Calderon: Maton 1993 Matt
The Elsa Castillo Story: Ang Katotohanan 1994 Ted Boorman
Bala at Lipstick 1994 Tony Boy
Biboy Banal: Pagganti Ko, Tapos Kayo! 1994 Lt. de Vera
Abrakadabra 1994 Santi
The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me? 1994 Jaime Jose
Saan Ako Nagkamali? 1995
Di Mapigil ang Init 1995 Eric
Huwag Mong Isuko ang Laban 1995 Captain Ablaza (last film appearance)

Awards and nominations

1995 Nominee

FAMAS Award

Best Supporting Actor

The Elsa Castillo Story... Ang Katotohanan (1994)

1989 Winner

FAMAS Award

Best Supporting Actor

Ibulong Mo sa Diyos (1988)

1986 Nominee

FAMAS Award

Best Supporting Actor

Partida (1985)

Notes

  1. ^ The said film was directed by Lino Brocka, and written for the screen by another pillar of Philippine film, journalism, and literature, Pete Lacaba.

References

  1. ^ a b "Mystery Shrouds Death of Actor Miguel Rodriguez". Filipino Reporter. 27 February 1997.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. ^ Manglinong, Dan (April 3, 2018). "Nat'l artist, freedom fighter Lino Brocka inspires from heaven". Interaksyon. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  3. ^ "Palibhasa Lalake". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  4. ^ "Peque Gallaga reveals biggest movie 'flop' - YouTube". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  5. ^ Deocampo, Nick (December 2, 2017). Sine Gabay: A Film Study Guide. Anvil Publishing, Inc. ISBN 978-621-420-179-2.
  6. ^ San Diego Jr., Bayani (22 May 2018). "Keeping score with Jaime Fabregas". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  7. ^ "Bb. Pilipinas 1986 Grand Coronation Night". Facebook.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  8. ^ "Movie Clip - Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting - Gabby Concepcion, Manilyn Reynes, Miguel Rodriguez". Regal Entertainment Facebook page. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  9. ^ "Shocking showbiz deaths: so sudden, so soon (Part 2)". PEP.ph. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  10. ^ "Image model Sam Rodriguez may follow in footsteps of late dad Miguel Rodriguez in showbiz". PEP.Ph.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  11. ^ Alano, Ching M. "What is this thing called 'bangungot'?". Philstar.com. Retrieved November 1, 2020.
  12. ^ Libo-on, Eddie (April 30, 1989). "Bold films are back". Manila Standard. Manila Standard News, Inc. p. 19. Retrieved June 5, 2021.
  13. ^ "Watch for Asia Films' 1989 Forthcoming Blockbusters!". Manila Standard. Manila Standard News, Inc. January 1, 1989. p. 14. Retrieved June 6, 2021. MIGUEL RODRIGUEZ AS Vir Mamud

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