Miguel Rodriguez (actor)
Miguel Benedict Rodriguez (November 23, 1961 – February 14, 1997)[1] was a Filipino actor and model. He got his start in show business when he was discovered by Lino Brocka, who cast him in a Close Up commercial in 1981. Often referred to as the "Filipino Christopher Reeve", he was most famous for his role on the television sitcom Palibhasa Lalake, and for his role opposite Sharon Cuneta in the 1983 movie "To Love Again". He also was known for having appeared with Snooky in the 1984 film Experience in which he played an actor in the film whose character protected Snooky in the film from a person stalking her.
Miguel Rodriguez | |
|---|---|
| Born | Miguel Benedict Rodriguez November 23, 1961 Las Piñas City, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Died | February 14, 1997 (aged 35) Parañaque City, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Resting place | Manila Memorial Park, Parañaque City |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Occupation | Actor, model |
| Years active | 1982–1996 |
| Awards | Famas Best Supporting Actor |
He eventually became an action film star, appearing in Bir Mammud: Alyas Boy Muslim (1989), Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay: Kapitan Paile (1990) and Hanggang Kailan Kita Papatayin (1990).
He retired from acting in 1996 after the release of Huwag Mong Isuko ang Laban.
He died from pancreatitis in 1997 at the age of 35.
Filmography
Television
| Title | Year | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palibhasa Lalake | 1987–1992 | Himself | ABS-CBN |
| Vilma! | 1986–1991 | Co-host | GMA Network |
| Young Love, Sweet Love | 1988–1990 | Various roles | RPN |
| Lovingly Yours, Helen | 1992–1995 | Various | GMA Network |
| Pasiklaban sa Trese | 1993–1994 | Co-host | IBC |
Film
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Mainit na Puso | 1982 | Rod |
| To Love Again | 1983 | Bullet |
| Experience | 1984 | Froilan |
| Virgin Forest | 1985 | Alfonsito |
| Partida | 1985 | |
| I Can't Stop Loving You | 1985 | Jeff Carbonell |
| Paalam, Bukas ang Kasal Ko | 1986 | Ruffy |
| Payaso | 1986 | |
| Tagos ng Dugo | 1987 | Cesar Garcia |
| Stolen Moment | 1987 | Alex |
| Paano Kung Wala Ka Na? | 1987 | Don |
| Binibining Tsuperman | 1987 | Christopher |
| Tatlong Ina, Isang Anak | 1987 | |
| Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos | 1988 | |
| Guhit ng Palad | 1988 | |
| Bir Mahmud Alyas Boy Muslim | 1989 | Bir Mahmud |
| Kung Maibabalik Ko Lang | 1989 | Chito |
| Bilangin ang Bituin sa Langit | 1989 | Arturo |
| Si Aida, Si Lorna, o Si Fe | 1989 | Lando (Filmstar production under Viva Films, directed by Johnny Manahan, released 6 September 1989) (movietrailer channel: GMA Network "Movies to Watch") |
| Pangarap na Ginto | 1990 | |
| Kahit Isumpa Mo Ako | 1990 | |
| Hindi Kita Iiwanang Buhay: Kapitan Paile | 1990 | Capt. Gabriel Paile (Regal Films) (story and screenplay by Dante Pangilinan, directed by Dante Pangilinan, released 20 November 1990) (movietrailer channel: ABS-CBN Channel 2 Movieparade) |
| Hanggang Kailan Ka Papatay? | 1990 | David Lapida (Regal Films) (story and screenplay by Dante Pangilinan, directed by Dante Pangilinan, released 12 December 1990) (movietrailer channel: ABS-CBN Channel 2 Movieparade) |
| Adventures of Gary Leon at Kuting | 1991 | Jude |
| True Confessions: Evelyn, Myrna & Margie | 1992 | Rene |
| Shotgun Banjo | 1992 | Marvin (Regal Films) (written by Henry Nadong, directed by Joey del Rosario) |
| Lacson: Batas ng Navotas | 1992 | Manuel (Regal Films) (story and screenplay by DG Salonga, directed by Leonardo Pascual, released 4 November 1992) |
| Lucio Margallo | 1992 | Zandro Sarmiento (Moviestars Production) (written by Jun Lawas, directed by Augusto Salvador, released 3 December 1992) |
| Shake Rattle & Roll 4 | 1992 | Dr. Apol (segment "Ang Madre") |
| Kung Kailangan Mo Ako | 1993 | Rocky |
| Kailan Dalawa ang Mahal? | 1993 | |
| Hulihin...Probinsyanong Mandurukot | 1993 | Brando |
| Adan Ronquillo: Tubong Cavite, Laking Tondo | 1993 | Gardo |
| Jesus Calderon: Maton | 1993 | Matt (directed by Toto Natividad) |
| The Elsa Castillo Story: Ang Katotohanan | 1994 | Ted Boorman |
| Bala at Lipstick | 1994 | Tony Boy |
| Biboy Banal: Pagganti Ko, Tapos Kayo! | 1994 | Lt. de Vera |
| Abrakadabra | 1994 | Santi |
| The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me? | 1994 | |
| Saan Ako Nagkamali? | 1995 | |
| Di Mapigil ang Init | 1995 | Eric |
| Huwag Mong Isuko ang Laban | 1995 |
References
- Mystery shrouds death of actor Miguel Rodriguez. Filipino Reporter. February 27, 1997