Susan Roces
Filipino actress (1941–2022) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Jesusa Purificacion Levy Sonora-Poe (July 28, 1941 – May 20, 2022), known professionally as Susan Roces (Tagalog pronunciation: [ˈɾɔsɛs]), was a Filipino actress. She was the wife of Ronald Allan Kelley Poe, better known as Fernando Poe Jr.[1] Roces was regarded as the "Queen of Philippine Movies" and starred in more than 130 films and television programs.[2] She won five FAMAS Awards, including two Best Actress wins. Luna Awards honored her with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her long-standing career and contribution to Philippine cinema.[3] In 2005, Roces was one of the first inductees on Eastwood City Walk of Fame.[4] She played the character "Lola Flora" on the ABS-CBN television series FPJ's Ang Probinsyano since the pilot episode in 2015. Months prior to her death in 2022, Roces was honored by The Philippine Post Office with a commemorative stamp.[5]
Susan Roces | |
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Born | Jesusa Purificacion Levy Sonora (1941-07-28)July 28, 1941 |
Died | May 20, 2022(2022-05-20) (aged 80) San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines |
Resting place | Manila North Cemetery, Manila, Philippines |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1952–2022 |
Spouse | |
Children | Grace Poe (adopted daughter) |
Relatives | Rosemarie Sonora (sister) Sheryl Cruz (niece) |