Fred Panopio

Fred Panopio
Born Alfredo Panopio
(1939-02-02)February 2, 1939
Nueva Ecija, Commonwealth of the Philippines
Died April 22, 2010(2010-04-22) (aged 71)
Manila, Philippines
Cause of death Cardiac arrest
Resting place Manila Memorial Park
Sucat, Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines
Other names Fred
Occupation Singer/Actor/Comedian
Years active 1955–2007
Known for Yodeling, Novelty
Spouse(s) Lolita Mina-Panopio

Fred Panopio (February 2, 1939 – April 22, 2010) was a Filipino singer and actor who rose to fame in the 1970s.

He is known for having made the yodeling style of music famous in the Philippines. This particular kind of music is evident is many of his hits, such as "Pitong Gatang," "Markado," and "Tatlong Baraha". He was also an occasional actor, and appeared in several movies alongside Jess Lapid and Fernando Poe, Jr. In 1999, Panopio and Victor Wood released an album and became part of the OPM legends.

He appeared in an episode of noon-time variety show Wowowee in 2009 as a special guest, during which host Willie Revillame addressed him as a "Living Legend".[1]

Personal life

He was married to Lolita Mina-Panopio; they had a daughter, Jennifer Panopio.

Discography

Compilations

  • Kawawang Cowboy (1994)
  • Pitong Gatang (2004)

Songs

Filmography

  • Manila Boy (1993)
  • Dito sa Pitong Gatang (1992)
  • D'Godson (1983)
  • Pagputi ng uwak, pag-itim ng tagak (1978)
  • Baldo Is Coming (1971) .... Billy Dikit
  • Gangsters daw kami! (1971) .... Legs Diamond
  • Sweet Caroline (1971)
  • From the Bottom of My Heart (1970)
  • My Pledge of Love (1970)
  • Omar Cassidy and the Sandalyas Kid (1970)
  • Songs and Lovers (1970)
  • Capitan Pepe (1969)
  • Hugo, the Sidewalk Vendor (1962)
  • Tatlong baraha (1961)
  • Tres mosqueteros (1960)
  • Teen-age Crush (1960)
  • Markado (1960)

References

  1. ↑ Neil Ramos (April 23, 2010). "Fred Panopio rides into the sunset at 71". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on 2010-04-26. Retrieved 2010-04-23.
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