Filipino actresses who deceased in 2001
Here are 3 famous actresses from Philippines died in 2001:
Nida Blanca
Nida Blanca (January 6, 1936 Gapan-November 7, 2001 San Juan, Metro Manila) a.k.a. Dorothy Acueza Jones, Dory or Dorothy Jones was a Filipino actor. Her child is called Kaye Torres.
Nida Blanca started her career in the entertainment industry in the 1950s and became one of the most prominent actresses in Philippine cinema and television. She won numerous awards for her roles in films like "Mga Anghel na Walang Langit," "Nunal sa Tubig," and "Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos." Blanca was also known for her work as a producer, having produced several films before her untimely death in 2001.
In addition to her success in the film industry, Blanca was also a popular television personality, appearing in shows like "Flordeluna," "Lovingly Yours, Helen," and "Kapantay Ay Langit." She was also a regular judge on the talent show "Star in a Million."
Tragically, Blanca's life was cut short when she was brutally murdered in her own parking lot in 2001. Her death shocked the nation and sparked an outpouring of grief from her fans and colleagues in the entertainment industry. Her killer, her ex-husband Rod Strunk, was eventually caught and convicted of the crime.
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Pilar Seurat
Pilar Seurat (July 25, 1938 Manila-June 2, 2001 Los Angeles) also known as Rita Hernandez or Pilar Cerveris was a Filipino actor. She had one child, Dean Devlin.
Pilar Seurat began her career in Hollywood as a contract player for Universal Pictures and later starred in numerous television shows and films throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Some of her most notable performances on the silver screen included her roles in the films "Valley of the Dolls" (1967), "Beyond the Valley of the Dolls" (1970), and "Sweet Charity" (1969). Seurat was known for her poise, elegance, and beautiful presence on camera. In addition to acting, she was also a talented artist and photographer. Sadly, Pilar Seurat passed away in Los Angeles in 2001 at the age of 62.
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Maria Teresa Carlson
Maria Teresa Carlson (October 15, 1963 Manila-November 23, 2001 San Juan, Metro Manila) also known as Maria Teresa Geroldias Carlson was a Filipino actor.
She started her career in the entertainment industry at a young age and appeared in several TV shows and movies throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Some of her notable performances include roles in the films "Paradise Inn" and "Midnight Dancers."
Aside from acting, Carlson was also a talented singer and recorded several songs throughout her career. She was also involved in philanthropic work, supporting various causes like children's rights and poverty alleviation.
Sadly, Carlson's life was cut short when she passed away at the age of 38 due to breast cancer. Despite her short life, she left a lasting impact on the Philippine entertainment industry and is remembered fondly by her fans and colleagues.
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