Gloria Diaz
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Gloria Diaz as Miss Universe
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| Born | Gloria Aspillera Diaz[Note 1] March 10, 1951 Manila, Philippines[1] |
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| Occupation | Actress, model |
| Years active | 1969–present |
| Title(s) | Binibining Pilipinas-Universe 1969 Miss Universe 1969 |
| Major competition(s) |
Binibining Pilipinas 1969 (Winner) Miss Universe 1969 (Winner) |
Gloria Aspillera Diaz[Note 1] (born March 10, 1951)[1] is a Filipino actress, TV host and beauty queen who is the first Filipina to win the Miss Universe crown in 1969 in Miami Beach, Florida.[2]
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Early life and family
Often cited as being part of the Díaz clan in newspapers, she is one of twelve children (10 girls and 2 boys). Her sister, Rio Díaz, was also an actress and beauty titlist.[3]
Pageantry
Díaz was only 18 when she became Miss Universe 1969 after besting other candidates on the final question. It was about how to welcome the first men that had just landed on the moon -- Neil Armstrong, Edwin Aldrin and Michael Collins—as soon as they were back on the planet. She was crowned at the International American-owned pageant in Miami Beach, Florida, U.S. after their footage was set on the Statue of Liberty in New York.[4]
Acting career
Díaz is a well-known actress in Philippine cinema and television. Her box-office mettle and acting prowess were honoured with the coveted FAMAS Award from the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences for Best Supporting Actress in the 2005 FAMAS Best Picture Nasaan Ka Man.[5]
Personal life
Díaz studied at St. Scholastica's College Manila. She is separated from businessman Gabriel "Bong" Daza, with whom she has two daughters, Isabelle and Ava.
Controversy
In a TV Patrol interview shortly after the Miss Universe 2010 pageant on 23 August, Díaz commented on Binibining Pilipinas contestant Venus Raj becoming 4th runner-up. She suggested in the interview that perhaps Raj and other Filipinas would benefit from answering pageant questions via the use of an interpreter rather than in English. Díaz further said that:
"Because when you think about a Cebuana can hardly speak English and of course Tagalog. Maybe she should answer in Bisaya."[6]
Her remark sparked outrage amongst many Cebuanos, who felt that Díaz insulted their English proficiency. Cebuano politicians such as Cebu Governor Gwendolyn Garcia and Congresswoman Rachel del Mar called on her to apologise.[7] In response to the controversy, Díaz saw no need to apologize and instead clarified her remarks:
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Let me clarify it once and for all. People should have the right to say or to answer (questions) in whatever language they want to say it in. If they're Cebuanos, they can say it in Cebuano. I did not say that they did not speak English. If you're Ilocano, say it in Ilocano. But if you're Ilocano who speaks good English, say it in English. If you're Cebuano who can speak Spanish, if you're comfortable with Spanish, say it in Spanish. That's what I said and that's what I meant.
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On 1 September 2010, the Vice Mayors' League of the Philippines-Cebu passed a resolution declaring Díaz a persona non grata within Cebu City.[8]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2014 | Dream Dad | Nenita Viray-Javier | ABS-CBN |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Lola | ||
| Mirabella | Lucia Magnolia Flores | ||
| 2013 | May Isang Pangarap | Olivia Rodriguez | |
| 2012 | Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo | Elvie Raymundo | |
| Glamorosa | Claudia Montesilva-Herrera | TV5 | |
| 2011 | Mistaken Identity | Queen Mercedes | GMA Network |
| 100 Days To Heaven | Dolores Bustamante | ABS-CBN | |
| 2010 | Beauty Queen | Madame Yuri Sandoval | GMA Network |
| Diva | Paula Fernandez | ||
| 2009 | Nagsimula sa Puso | Pinky Ortega | ABS-CBN |
| 2007 | Sana Maulit Muli | Monica Johnson | |
| 2004 | Star Circle National Teen Quest | Judge | |
| 2003 | Sarah The Teen Princess | ||
| 2001 | Kung Mawawala Ka | Czarina Montemayor | GMA Network |
| Kool Ka Lang | Nadia | ||
| 1996 | Anna Karenina |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Company |
| 2013 | Kung Fu Divas | Charlotte's Adopted Mother | Star Cinema Reality Entertainment |
| 2012 | Sisterakas | Maria Laurel | Star Cinema Viva Films |
| The Mommy Returns | Mabel | Regal Films | |
| 2008 | Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat | Pres. Hillary Dafalong | Star Cinema |
| 2007 | Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo | Charito | |
| 2006 | Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo | ||
| 2005 | Nasaan Ka Man | Lilia | |
| 2004 | So Happy Together | Daisy | Regal Films |
| 2003 | Nympha | Nana Issa | |
| 2002 | Batang Westside | Hinabing Pangarap Jimon Productions |
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| Milagro's Calling | Milagro | Chardonnay Films | |
| 2001 | Bakit 'Di Totohanin | Isabel | Star Cinema |
| 2000 | Bob, Verushka and the Pursuit of Happiness | Botanica Vendor | Angelina Productions |
| 1999 | Dahil May Isang Ikaw | Nanay Ruby | Viva Films |
| 1998 | Jose Rizal | Teodora Alonzo | GMA Films |
| Miguel/Michelle | Tinang | Forefront Films | |
| 1997 | Kirot sa Puso | ||
| Reputasyon | |||
| 1996 | Dyesebel | Banak | Viva Films |
| 1990 | Trese | ||
| Love at First Sight | |||
| Island of Desire | Regal Films | ||
| Sagot ng Puso | Seiko Films | ||
| 1989 | My Pretty Baby | Chiara/Biata | Regal Films |
| 1988 | Sa Likod ng Kasalanan | ||
| 1987 | Working Girls 2 | Viva Films | |
| 1986 | Ang Daigdig ay Isang Butil na Luha | ||
| Anomalya ni Andres de Saya | Matilde | Golden Lions Films Bukang Liwayway |
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| 1985 | Menudo't Pandesal | Essex Films | |
| Sa Totoo Lang! | Amy | Viva Films | |
| Lalakwe | Bea Vergo | Essex Films | |
| 1984 | Goatbuster | Lea Productions RVQ Productions |
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| Moomoo | |||
| May Daga sa Labas ng Lungga | Ellen Rivas | Essex Films | |
| May Lamok sa Loob ng Kulambo | |||
| 1982 | Andres de Saya Mabagsik na Daw | Matilde | Golden Lions Films Bukang Liwayway |
| Cinq et la Peau | Bancom Audiovision G.P.F.I. Les Films de l'Alma Forum Distribution |
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| 1981 | Palabra de Honor | Victoria | Viva Films |
| Uhaw na Dagat | Magda | Bancom Audiovision | |
| 1979 | Andres de Saya | Matilde | Golden Lions Films Bukang Liwayway |
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| 1977 | Sinong Kapiling? Sinong Kasiping? | Hemisphere Pictures | |
| 1976 | Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon | Diding | |
| 1975 | Sa Pag-ikot ng Mundo | Roma Films | |
| Ang Nobya Kong Sexy | Lea Productions | ||
| 1974 | Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa | Isabel | Gemini Films |
Nominations and awards
| Year | Film/TV Show | Category | Organization | Results |
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| 2010 | Sagrada Familia | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Drama, Musical or Comedy) | Golden Screen Awards for Movies | Nominated |
| Best Actress for a Supporting Role | FAMAS Awards | Won | ||
| Movie Supporting Actress of the Year | PMPC Star Awards for Movies | Won | ||
| 2008 | Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo | Nominated | ||
| 2007 | Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo | Best Supporting Actress | Gawad Urian Awards | Nominated |
| 2006 | Nasaan Ka Man | Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role (Drama, Musical or Comedy) | Golden Screen Awards for Movies | Nominated |
| Movie Supporting Actress of the Year | PMPC Star Awards for Movie | Won | ||
| Best Performance by Male or Female, Adult or Child, Individual or Ensemble in Leading or Supporting Role | Young Critics Circle | Nominated | ||
| Best Supporting Actress | FAMAS Awards | Won | ||
| Gawad Urian Awards | Nominated | |||
| 2002 | Batang West Side | Won | ||
| 1999 | Miguel/Michelle | Best Actress | FAMAS Awards | Nominated |
| Jose Rizal | Best Supporting Actress | Nominated | ||
| 1998 | Best Supporting Actress | Metro Manila Film Festival | Won | |
| 1975 | Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa | Best Actress | FAMAS Awards | Nominated |
Notes
- 1. 1 Some sources reported her given name as Gloria Maria, however Maria is not indicated on her birth certificate.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found.
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- ↑ Gloria Diaz spends Holidays in Manila for a change
- ↑ The Gloria Diaz Story Archived April 30, 2009 at the Wayback Machine
- ↑ Internet Movie Data Base for Nasaan Ka Man.
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External links
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| Preceded by | Miss Universe 1969 |
Succeeded by Marisol Malaret |
| Preceded by
Charina Zaragoza
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Binibining Pilipinas-Universe 1969 |
Succeeded by Simonette Delos Reyes |
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