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Dolphy
Filipino actor and comedian (1928–2012)
For the theater playwright, see Rody Vera. For other uses, see Dolphy (disambiguation).
Not to be confused with Dolby.
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| Birth name | Rodolfo Vera Quizon |
| Born | (1928-07-25)July 25, 1928 Tondo, Manila, Philippine Islands |
| Died | July 10, 2012(2012-07-10) (aged 83) Makati, Philippines |
| Resting place | The Heritage Park, Taguig, Philippines |
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| Children | 18, including Freddie, Rolly, Eric, Epy, Vandolph, and Zia |
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| Years active | 1945–2012 |
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Rodolfo Vera Quizon Sr.GCGH (July 25, 1928 – July 10, 2012), known professionally as Dolphy, was a Filipino comedian and actor. He is widely regarded as the country's "King of Comedy" for his comedic talent embodied by his long roster of works on stage, radio, television and movies.
Early life and education
Rodolfo Vera Quizon was born along Calle Padre Herrera (now P. Herrera Street) in Tondo, Manila, on July 25, 1928.
His parents were married on July 14, 1925, in Malate, Manila. His father, Melencio Espinosa Quizon (December 1, 1899 – May 14, 1971), was a ship engine worker from Bulacan stationed in the Atlantic Gulf. His mother, Salud de la Rosa Vera (February 6, 1901 – September 12, 1986), was a seamstress and a schoolteacher. He had four brothers and five sisters.
Quizon began studying at the age of six, and was enrolled in public schools. He attended Magat Salamat Elementary School and Isabelo de los Reyes Elementary School until seventh grade. For his secondary education, he studied at the Florentino Torres High School until his sophomore year. He was an average student, although his grades fluctuated.
Quizon sold peanuts and watermelon seeds at movie theaters as a boy, which enabled him to watch movies for free. He was about thirteen when World War II started. He did odd jobs incl Filipino film actor (1925–1995) In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Discher and the surname or paternal family name is Tagle. Alfonso Discher Tagle Sr., better known as Panchito Alba or simply Panchito (February 5, 1925 – December 18, 1995), was a Filipino film actor who almost exclusively appeared in comedy roles. He was known for his swarthy looks and a prominent big nose, which was often the target of ridicule, especially Dolphy calling him "baboy damo" (wild boar). Panchito frequently appeared as a comedic foil to Dolphy, with whom he was best friends in real life. Panchito was born in Paco, Manila. His mother, Etang Discher, became a prominent film actress beginning in the 1940s, often being cast in villainous roles. One of his brothers, Emil Tagle, also became a film actor. He was married with children. His aunt, Elaina Discher, was also a Filipina actress. Panchito's career in show business began in 1942 when he joined a bodabil troupe called "Travel Stage Show" which performed in various theaters in Japanese-occupied Manila. The then-14-year-old Dolphy was also a member of the troupe, thus beginning a lifelong association. Panchito's film career began when he, along with Dolphy, were cast by Sampaguita Pictures in the Tita Duran-Pancho Magalona musical Sa Isang Sulyap Mo, Tita. It was a career that lasted until his death. In 1955, Panchito was awarded the FAMASBest Supporting Actor award for his role in Lupang Kayumanggi. His film career thrived despite his involvement in a 1964 mauling incident in Quezon City that led to the filing of a criminal information against him and several others for frustrated murder, though the case against him would be later dismissed. Panchito is perhaps best known for his over 50-plus film team-ups with Dolphy in such films as Kalabog en Bosyo (1959); Beatnik (1960); Si I grew up on Ading Fernando’s “John en Marsha,” which I watched religiously every Friday night in the 1970s and ‘80s. Through the show, I discovered humor and laughter at a very young age. I remember the legendary line by Dona Delilah, “Kaya ikaw John mag-sumikap ka,” and Matutina’s screeching tone of a voice. They were symbolic of the comedic innuendos of the series. Played by Dolphy and Nida Blanca, John and Marsha’s relationship as a slum-dwelling-but-big-hearted couple epitomizes “till death till us part” marital vow. They refuse money from Marsha’s millionaire mother so their children will learn to live modestly and within their means. Dolphy and the stellar cast members – which included Dely Atay-Atayan and Maricel Soriano — made it so realistic, depicting everyday life in a comedic way. He was a natural-born comic, it was his God-given gift and he shared it with everyone. Of the hundreds of movies Dolphy made, I enjoyed “John en Marsha sa Amerika.” My favorite scenes were when he falls off the toilet as the plane is about to take off. I also remember him seeing an African American guy and referring to him as “Hey Snake Jones.” “Home Sic Home” was great also. It depicts the real-life struggles of an old-fashioned, no-nonsense grandfather out to reunite with his Americanized son and his family. The theme is one of clash of cultures, but still very humorous. There was one scene where Panchito, Dolphy’s in-law, tells him that in America, “Kailangan mong mag-trabaho, di ka puwedeng maging palamunin,” as Dolphy listens and makes faces. “Ibong Adarna” was probably my most-watched Dolphy movie of all time. I can still vividly picture the scene when both Panchito and Babalu turn into stones when they get dumped on by the fabled bird. Dolphy survives .Panchito Alba
Biography
Film career
Kwentong Kapuso: Rest in peace, sir Dolphy