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Filipino actors who deceased at age 55

Here are 1 famous actors from Philippines died at 55:

Don Escudero

Don Escudero (October 14, 1955 Tiaong, Quezon-July 11, 2011 Pasig) also known as Placido Escudero, D.E. or Manong Don was a Filipino production designer, film director, screenwriter and actor.

He died as a result of cancer.

Don Escudero began his career in the film industry during the 1980s as a production designer. He worked on numerous films, including "Bagets" (1984), "Shake, Rattle & Roll" (1984), and "Hihintayin Kita sa Langit" (1991). In 1996, he made his directorial debut with "Hari ng Selda: Anak ni Baby Ama 2."

Aside from being a director and production designer, Escudero was also an accomplished screenwriter. He co-wrote the scripts for "Anak ni Janice" (1981), "High School Circa '65" (1982), and "Batch '81" (1982), among others.

In the latter part of his career, Escudero also dabbled in acting. He appeared in various films and television shows, including "Batang Z" (2004) and "Maging Sino Ka Man" (2006).

Despite his illness, Escudero continued to work in the film industry until his passing in July 2011. He was hailed as a multi-talented artist who left a lasting legacy in Philippine cinema.

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