Ruel Vernal
Ruel Vernal | |
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| Born | Norberto Paranada Venancio September 8, 1946 Manila, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino-American |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, brand ambassador |
| Years active | 1971–2005 |
| Children | Mark Vernal Kevin Vernal |
| Awards | Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actor 1976 Insiang Gawad Urian Award Best Supporting Actor 1977 Insiang |
Ruel Vernal (born Norberto Paranada Venancio; September 8, 1946) is a Filipino-American actor. He was known for portraying villain and lead roles in many famous Philippine films. He was also known as the first endorser of Red Horse Beer.[1][2][3][4]
Biography
[edit]Ruel Vernal was born on September 8, 1946, in Manila, Philippines. His biological father was an American service member of the U.S. Navy who was stationed at Subic Naval Base, whom he never met. His stepfather was Filipino Antonio Venancio (1901–1985), and his mother was Filipina Rosalina Paranada Venancio (1918–1981), both from San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines. He also has children who were also actors, Mark Vernal and Kevin Vernal.
Political views
[edit]In 1986, Vernal campaigned for the reelection of president Ferdinand Marcos in the 1986 snap election.[5]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Film company |
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| 1971 | Asedillo | Abel | FPJ Productions
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| 1972 | Magiting at Pusakal | JE Productions
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| 1974 | Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa | Gemini Films International
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| 1976 | Insiang | Dado | Cinemanila Corporation
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| 1977 | Walang Katapusang Tag-Araw | Miroy | Lea Productions
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| 1979 | Darna, Kuno...? | Spaceship alien | |
| 1980 | Angela Markado | Oscar | Four-Seasons Films International
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| 1981 | Karma | Limbo | Sining Silangan Productions
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| 1982 | Cain and Abel | Jumbo | Cine Suerte
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| Roman Rapido | BHS Films
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| 1983 | Kapag Buhay ang Inutang | Bogart | Cine Suerte
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| 1984 | Ang Padrino | Pepeng Tambak | FPJ Production
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| 1986 | Iyo ang Tondo, Kanya ang Cavite | David | BSH Films
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| Kamagong | Lorenzo Montero | ||
| Muslim .357 | Bert | EDL Productions
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| Gabi Na, Kumander | Kumander Manalo | ||
| Captain Barbell | |||
| Halimaw | Gorkrah | NCV Films
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| 1987 | Kapitan Pablo: Cavite Killing Fields | Miguel | RNB Films
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| Feliciano Luces: Alyas Kumander Toothpick, Mindanao | Vista Films
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| Vigilante | Lt. Resty | Greenleaves Productions
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| Boy Tornado | Kid Amante | RNB Films
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| 1988 | Afuang: Bounty Hunter | Brother of Boy Paredes | |
| Boy Negro | Pfc. Bermudez | ||
| Kambal Na Kamao: Madugong Engkwentro | Golden Lion Films
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| Ompong Galapong: May Ulo, Walang Tapon | Horizon Films
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| She-Man: Mistress of the Universe | Kiss Manay | ||
| Savage Justice | Sanchez | Eastern Film Management
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| Sgt. Victor Magno: Kumakasa Kahit Nag-iisa | Serres Films
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| 1989 | Eagle Squad | Gunrunner | |
| Long Ranger & Tonton: Shooting Stars of the West | Djanggo | ||
| Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay | Quintana | ||
| SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats | Roborat | Mother Studio Films
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| Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin | Syndicate member | ||
| Jones Bridge Massacre (Task Force Clabio) | Cine Suerte
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| 1990 | David Balondo ng Tondo | Lauro | Four-N Films
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| Bad Boy | Boy Bayawak | ||
| 1991 | Pretty Boy Hoodlum | Frankie | |
| 1992 | Apoy sa Puso | Mildred's bodyguard | |
| Dudurugin Kita ng Bala ko | Kadyo | ||
| Amang Capulong: Anak ng Tondo 2 | Salasar | Four N Films
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| Grease Gun Gang | Captain Laconico | ||
| Pat. Omar Abdullah: Pulis Probinsya | Raul | Moviestars Production
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| 1995 | Hindi Ka Diyos Para Santuhin | Chief of Police | Eastern Films
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| Bangis | Ernie | ||
| Enteng and the Shaolin Kid | Brando | ||
| 1996 | Ober da Bakod 2 (Da Treasure Adbentyur) | Hannibal | |
| Kristo | Peter | Cine Suerte
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| Huling Sagupaan | Sgt. Morales | ||
| Tolentino | Servando | ||
| 1997 | Boy Chico: Hulihin si Ben Tumbling | Ruel | |
| Super Ranger Kids | Satano | ||
| 1998 | Buhawi Jack | Barok Head | |
| Sige, Subukan Mo | Dormido | ||
| 2001 | Masikip Na ang Mundo Mo, Labrador | Col. Barredo | |
| 2003 | Utang ng Ama | Totoy Sungit |
Notable films
[edit]- 1978 - Juan Tapak
- 1979 - Roberta
- 1980 - Pompa
- 1982 - Brother Ben
- 1983 - Kapag Buhay Ang Inutang
- 1985 - Sa Dibdib ng Sierra Madre
- 1985 - Baun Gang
- 1985 - Calapan Jailbreak
- 1986 - Mabuhay Ka sa Baril
- 1986 - No Return, No Exchange
- 1988 - Alyas Boy Life
- 1989 - Moises Platon
- 1989 - Impaktita
- 1989 - Uzi Brothers
- 1989 - Joe Pring: Manila Police Homicide
- 1990 - Sgt. Clarin
- 1990 - Bad Boy
- 1990 - Apo: Kingpin ng Maynila
- 1990 - May Isang Tsuper ng Taxi
- 1991 - Dudurugin Kita ng Bala Ko
- 1991 - Noel Juico 16, Batang Kriminal
- 1992 - Dito sa Pitong Gatang
- 1992 - Pat. Omar Abdullah: Pulis Probinsiya
- 1993 - Enteng Manok: Tari ng Quiapo
- 1993 - Masahol Pa Sa Hayop
- 1994 - Hindi Pa Tapos ang Laban
- 1994 - Chinatown 2: The Vigilantes
- 1995 - Alfredo Lim: Batas ng Maynila
- 1996 - Hagedorn
- 1996 - Sandata
- 1998 - Buhawi Jack
- 1999 - Black Gun Team
- 2001 - Oras Na para Lumaban
- 2001 - Masikip Na ang Mundo Mo
- 2001 - Eksperto: Ako ang Huhusga
- 2003 - Dayo
Television endorsements
[edit]- 1982 - Red Horse Beer[6]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[7]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[8]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[9]
- 1988-1989 - Standard Electric Fan
References
[edit]- ^ "Lino Brocka's pieces that made the society whole". GMA News.
- ^ "Showbiz as a Family Affair".
- ^ "Ruel VERNAL - Festival de Cannes 2017". Festival de Cannes 2017.
- ^ "Rewind Star For All Seasons". Star For All Seasons 2013.
- ^ "More stars join KBL campaign". Philippine Daily Inquirer. The Philippine Daily Inquirer, Inc. January 30, 1986.
AS THE Feb. 7 election nears, more and more showbiz personalities have signified their support for the KBL campaign.
- ^ "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 1982". YouTube.
- ^ "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 1983". YouTube.
- ^ "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 2 1983". YouTube.
- ^ "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 1980's". YouTube.
External links
[edit]- Ruel Vernal at IMDb
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