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Fernando Poe, Sr.

Fernando Poe, Sr. (November 27, 1916 San Carlos City-October 23, 1951 Manila) also known as Allan Fernando Poe y Reyes, F.R. Poe, Allan Fernando Poe, Allan F. Poe, Allan Fernando Reyes Poe, Fernando R. Poe, Fernando Reyes Poe or Fernando Poe was a Filipino actor, film director, film producer and screenwriter. His children are called Fernando Poe, Jr., Freddie Poe, Andy Poe, Genevieve Poe, Elizabeth Poe, Conrad Poe and Evangeline Poe.

Fernando Poe, Sr. started his showbiz career in the 1930s as a bit player in various Filipino movies. He rose to fame in the 1940s and 1950s for his leading roles in popular action and drama films. He was also known for his exceptional talent in writing screenplays and directing films. In fact, he directed and produced some of his own movies, including "Markang Bungo" and "Panday".

Aside from his contributions to the Philippine film industry, Fernando Poe, Sr. was also known for his charity work, particularly for supporting the education of underprivileged children. He was a close friend of former Philippine President Ramon Magsaysay and was even appointed as the Chairman of the Board of Censors during his administration.

Fernando Poe, Sr.'s sudden death in 1951 was a great loss to the Philippine film industry, but his legacy continues to live on through his children and their own accomplishments in the entertainment industry.

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