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THE one and only icon of Philippine cinema, Nora C. Villamayor, commonly recognized as Nora Aunor, has passed away. She was 71 years of age.<\/p>\n
The announcement was made via a Facebook update by her son, Kristoffer Ian De Leon, on April 16. \u201cWe love you Ma\u2026 alam ng Diyos kung gano ka namin ka mahal.. pahinga ka na po Ma.. nandito ka lang sa puso at isipan namin.. (God knows how deeply we cherish you.. rest now Ma.. you remain in our hearts and minds..),\u201d he expressed.<\/p>\n
He elaborated in a subsequent post: \u201cShe was the core of our family \u2014 a fountain of unconditional love, strength, and warmth. Her generosity, insight, and lovely spirit impacted everyone who crossed her path. Her absence will be profoundly felt and she will be eternally celebrated.\u201d<\/p>\n
The reason for Ms. Aunor\u2019s passing has not been made public by her family, although it has been reported that she underwent a surgical procedure at a medical facility in Pasig City. The seasoned actress had been facing health challenges that curtailed her public engagements in recent years.<\/p>\n
Born in Iriga, Camarines Sur in 1953, Ms. Aunor was hailed as the quintessential performer, mastering the arts of singing, dancing, and acting, and for shattering norms as a morena superstar during an era largely dominated by mestizas.<\/p>\n
She was famously \u201cdiscovered\u201d while singing and selling her goods at a train station. Her breakthrough year was 1967 when she triumphed in the singing contest Tawag ng Tanghalan. That same year, she hosted the musical variety show Superstar and made her cinematic debut in All Over the World. As a recording artist, she breathed life into timeless melodies such as \u201cPearly Shells,\u201d \u201cMaria Leonora Theresa,\u201d and \u201cDandansoy.\u201d<\/p>\n
Ms. Aunor would later achieve Hall of Fame status in the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences Awards, thanks to numerous acclaimed films throughout her career: Minsa\u2019y May Isang Gamu-Gamo (1976), Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos (1976), Bona (1980), Himala (1982), Bulaklak sa City Jail (1984), The Flor Contemplacion Story (1995), Thy Womb (2012), and more recently, Mananambal (2024), alongside an array of others. One of her nicknames was \u201cAte Guy,\u201d which reminded many of her film partnership with actor Tirso Cruz III, as they were collectively known as \u201cGuy and Pip\u201d during the 1970s.<\/p>\n
Her extensive filmography, encompassing 170 films, is \u201csurpassed only by the volume of accolades and honors she has garnered from both local and international bodies,\u201d the National Commission for Culture and the Arts stated in a release. In recognition of her accomplishments, she was honored as National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts in 2022.<\/p>\n
Film critic Noel Vera commented on her legacy in 2022, stating \u201cNora Aunor is arguably the finest actress in Philippine cinema… not solely due to her immense talent but also because she had the chance to collaborate with some of the Philippines\u2019 most illustrious filmmakers on many of their best works, creating a few notable projects herself.\u201d<\/p>\n
Among the filmmakers she collaborated with were Cirio Santiago, Lamberto Avellana, Gerardo de Leon, Lupita Kashiwahara, Gil Portes, Joel Lamangan, Lino Brocka, Mario O’Hara, and Ishmael Bernal, with the latter two directing what are often considered her greatest films \u2014 Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos (1976) and Bulaklak ng City Jail (1984) with O’Hara, as well as Himala (1982) with Bernal.<\/p>\n
Ms. Aunor also ventured into politics, making an unsuccessful run for a congressional seat in 2022 as a party-list nominee for the National Organization for Responsive Advocacies for the Arts. She declared her candidacy for this year\u2019s elections under the party-list group People\u2019s Champ Guardians but withdrew months later due to health concerns.<\/p>\n
Previously married to actor Christopher De Leon, she leaves behind their biological son Ian, and four adopted children: Lotlot, Matet, Kiko, and Kenneth. Ms. Aunor\u2019s passing occurred three days following the death of \u201cAsia\u2019s Queen of Songs\u201d Pilita Corrales. They were related through Lotlot De Leon, whose former spouse, Ramon Christopher \u201cMonching\u201d Gutierrez, is the son of Ms. Corrales.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe inspired generations with her unparalleled artistry, elegance, and commitment to her craft. Her voice, presence, and creativity established a legacy that will never diminish,\u201d Ms. De Leon remarked about her mother. \u201cShe was a star not merely on screen, but also in the hearts of many \u2014 and stars like hers never cease to shine.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Directors\u2019 Guild of the Philippines shared a tribute to Ms. Aunor on Facebook. \u201cTo her admirers, she was Ate Guy, but beyond that, she was the voice of the unheard, the visage of the everyday Filipino, and the essence of a people who refuse to be overlooked,\u201d their message conveyed.<\/p>\n
Although her substantial film portfolio and devoted following sparked competition with \u201cStar of All Seasons\u201d Vilma Santos, the two actresses maintained a strong friendship. Ms. Santos offered her sympathies in an Instagram story.<\/p>\n
\u201cRest in peace, mare. Ms. Nora Aunor! Our Superstar and National Artist\u2026 Maraming Salamat! (Thank you very much!),\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n
Information regarding the wake will be shared shortly. \u2014 Bront\u00eb H. Lacsamana <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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