Charlie Davao
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Charlie Davao was a Filipino
actor known for roles in film
and television
.
of a Filipino
mestizo of Spanish
and Arab descent. He moved to Manila
in 1954 to pursue a degree in commerce
student at the University of the East
. He became involved in commercial and print ad modeling as a student.
.
He didn’t miss the chance and passed the audition with flying colors.
In 1959, he was introduced in Isinumpa, a drama film that also starred Dolphy, and topbilled by Rick Rodrigo and Barbara Perez.
Among his most memorable performances were in 1962 film Kaming Mga Talyada, where he played gay with matinee idols the late Juancho Gutierrez and Jose Mari Gonzales, and Trudis Liit
with Vilma Santos
. Both films were produced by Sampaguita.
But lead roles were hard to come by because he was identified with character assignments.
Davao’s biggest break came when he did Pitong Matahari, a James Bond-type of a film where he played Agent 009 in 1965.
Soon after, he was given action roles until he was assigned villain roles again.
His other important movies included Palengke Queen with Nora Aunor in 1982; Pedro Tunasan with Lito Lapid in 1983; Get Victor Corpus: The Rebel Soldier with Rudy Fernandez in 1987; The Rape of Virginia P. with Alma Moreno in 1989; Batas Ng. 45 with Fernando Poe, Jr. in 1991 and Volta with Ai Ai de la Alas in 2004.
In the 70s, he also starred in several Hollywood co-produced films such as A Fistful of Feathers, Blind Rage The Last Reunion and Women in Cages where he was billed as Charles Davis.
Among his films associated with Mindanao were Bad Boy from Dadiangas, starring then world champ Rolando Navarrete
, and Magindanao with Muhammad Faisal, both in 1982.
He played the ultimate bad guy, Satan, in the movie The Killing of Satan, starring Ramon Revilla Sr, in 1983.
He last appreared on the big screen in 2008 as father of Marian Rivera’s character in Desperadas.
He started appearing on TV in 1997 with the soap Mula sa Puso with Claudine Barretto for ABS-CBN. His last appearance on ABS-CBN was in 2009 during the Chapter 14 of ABS-CBN's primetime series, May Bukas Pa as Don Carlos, the grandfather of Abby (KC Concepcion
). Davao last appeared on television in GMA shows like Darna
and Rosalinda
.
, Mylene and Marielle. Mylene died in an accident when she was 5 years old. Davao remarried to Mary Grace Iñigo. They have two children, one of them was former child star Charlon Davao.
in Manila on August 8, 2010, at the age of 75. He had been suffering from colon cancer.
Philippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
actor known for roles in film
Film
A film, also called a movie or motion picture, is a series of still or moving images. It is produced by recording photographic images with cameras, or by creating images using animation techniques or visual effects...
and television
Television
Television is a telecommunication medium for transmitting and receiving moving images that can be monochrome or colored, with accompanying sound...
.
Early life
Born Charles Valdez-Davao in Iloilo CityIloilo City
The City of Iloilo is a highly urbanized city in the Philippines and the capital city of Iloilo province. It is the regional center of the Western Visayas, as well as the center of the Iloilo-Guimaras Metropolitan Area...
of a Filipino
Filipino people
The Filipino people or Filipinos are an Austronesian ethnic group native to the islands of the Philippines. There are about 92 million Filipinos in the Philippines, and about 11 million living outside the Philippines ....
mestizo of Spanish
Spanish people
The Spanish are citizens of the Kingdom of Spain. Within Spain, there are also a number of vigorous nationalisms and regionalisms, reflecting the country's complex history....
and Arab descent. He moved to Manila
Manila
Manila is the capital of the Philippines. It is one of the sixteen cities forming Metro Manila.Manila is located on the eastern shores of Manila Bay and is bordered by Navotas and Caloocan to the north, Quezon City to the northeast, San Juan and Mandaluyong to the east, Makati on the southeast,...
in 1954 to pursue a degree in commerce
Commerce
While business refers to the value-creating activities of an organization for profit, commerce means the whole system of an economy that constitutes an environment for business. The system includes legal, economic, political, social, cultural, and technological systems that are in operation in any...
student at the University of the East
University of the East
The University of the East is a private nonsectarian university located in University Belt Area, district of Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines. The university was founded in 1946 as a coeducational institution...
. He became involved in commercial and print ad modeling as a student.
Career
Although he was attentive in school, his main goal was to engage in film acting, which he realized after a friend told him about an audition at the Sampaguita PicturesSampaguita Pictures
Sampaguita Pictures was a Philippine film production company. It was named for the Philippine National Flower, Sampaguita. The company has been long-defunct since the 1980s with Mike de Leon's classic "Batch '81" being the last film released...
.
He didn’t miss the chance and passed the audition with flying colors.
In 1959, he was introduced in Isinumpa, a drama film that also starred Dolphy, and topbilled by Rick Rodrigo and Barbara Perez.
Among his most memorable performances were in 1962 film Kaming Mga Talyada, where he played gay with matinee idols the late Juancho Gutierrez and Jose Mari Gonzales, and Trudis Liit
Trudis Liit
Trudis Liit is a Philippine drama produced by GMA Network, and part of that station's Sine Novela series. Trudis Liit marks the 21st and final installment of the Sine Novela series based on the works by Mars Ravelo...
with Vilma Santos
Vilma Santos
Maria Rosa Vilma Tuazon Santos-Recto commonly known as Vilma Santos-Recto or Ate Vi is a multi-awarded actress and politician...
. Both films were produced by Sampaguita.
But lead roles were hard to come by because he was identified with character assignments.
Davao’s biggest break came when he did Pitong Matahari, a James Bond-type of a film where he played Agent 009 in 1965.
Soon after, he was given action roles until he was assigned villain roles again.
His other important movies included Palengke Queen with Nora Aunor in 1982; Pedro Tunasan with Lito Lapid in 1983; Get Victor Corpus: The Rebel Soldier with Rudy Fernandez in 1987; The Rape of Virginia P. with Alma Moreno in 1989; Batas Ng. 45 with Fernando Poe, Jr. in 1991 and Volta with Ai Ai de la Alas in 2004.
In the 70s, he also starred in several Hollywood co-produced films such as A Fistful of Feathers, Blind Rage The Last Reunion and Women in Cages where he was billed as Charles Davis.
Among his films associated with Mindanao were Bad Boy from Dadiangas, starring then world champ Rolando Navarrete
Rolando Navarrete
Rolando Navarrete is a Filipino ex-boxer who briefly held a junior lightweight world title in the 80s.-Fighting style:A fine boxer, Navarrete had a good talent and was known for his hard-hitting punches....
, and Magindanao with Muhammad Faisal, both in 1982.
He played the ultimate bad guy, Satan, in the movie The Killing of Satan, starring Ramon Revilla Sr, in 1983.
He last appreared on the big screen in 2008 as father of Marian Rivera’s character in Desperadas.
He started appearing on TV in 1997 with the soap Mula sa Puso with Claudine Barretto for ABS-CBN. His last appearance on ABS-CBN was in 2009 during the Chapter 14 of ABS-CBN's primetime series, May Bukas Pa as Don Carlos, the grandfather of Abby (KC Concepcion
KC Concepcion
KC Concepcion is a Filipina actress and singer and who is currently a National Ambassador Against Hunger of the UN's World Food Programme.- Personal life :...
). Davao last appeared on television in GMA shows like Darna
Darna (2009 TV series)
Darna is a superhero Philippine drama adapted from Mars Ravelo's fictional superheroine of the same name; directed by Dominic Zapata and developed by Jun Lana. It is the third series based on the Darna graphic novels by Mars Ravelo...
and Rosalinda
Rosalinda
Rosalinda is a Mexican telenovela, which was produced by Televisa and broadcast on Canal de las Estrellas in 1999.-Plot:Rosalinda is a pretty girl who sells flowers and decorates a fancy restaurant. One day, she meets Fernando José, a man of high social status. He plays the piano at the restaurant...
.
Personal life
Davao was married to Emma Marie, a Spanish professor at the St. Theresa’s College. They have four children — Bing, RickyRicky Davao
Ricardo Manuel Caballes Davao , better known as Ricky Davao, is a Filipino actor. He is the husband of actress Jackie Lou Blanco. He is the younger brother of Bing Davao and the son of Charlie Davao.-Television:...
, Mylene and Marielle. Mylene died in an accident when she was 5 years old. Davao remarried to Mary Grace Iñigo. They have two children, one of them was former child star Charlon Davao.
Death
Charlie Davao died unexpectedly at Philippine General HospitalPhilippine General Hospital
The Philippine General Hospital is a tertiary state-owned hospital administered and operated by the University of the Philippines Manila, the University of the Philippines System's Health Sciences Center. It is the largest government hospital administered by the university, and is designated as...
in Manila on August 8, 2010, at the age of 75. He had been suffering from colon cancer.
Movies
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Isinumpa | 1959 | |
| Double Cross | 1960 | |
| Batas ng Lipunan | 1961 | |
| Dayukdok | 1961 | |
| Kaming Mga Talyada | 1962 | |
| Susanang Daldal | 1962 | |
| Tugtuging Bukid | 1962 | |
| Bulung-Bulungan | 1962 | |
| Anak, Ang Iyong Ina! | 1963 | |
| Sabina | 1963 | |
| Prinsipeng Tulisan | 1963 | |
| Sinisinta Kita | 1963 | |
| Ang Manananggol ni Ruben | 1963 | |
| Esperanza at Caridad | 1963 | |
| Trudiis Liit | 1963 | |
| Ang Bukas ay Akin! | 1963 | |
| Sa Bilis, Walang Kaparis | 1963 | |
| Kumander Judo | 1964 | |
| Anak ni Kamagong | 1964 | |
| Reyna ng Tondo | 1964 | |
| Sa Kuko ng Lawin | 1964 | |
| Mr. Wong vs. Mistico | 1964 | Mistico |
| 7 Mata-Hari | 1965 | |
| Doble Talim | 1965 | |
| Ang Limbas At Ang Lawin | 1967 | |
| Anong Ganda Mo! | 1967 | |
| Dugo ng Vampira | 1969 | |
| Women in Cages | 1971 | Rudy |
| Roulette | 1972 | |
| The Panther | 1973 | |
| The Dragon Force Connection | 1974 | |
| Niño Valiente | 1975 | |
| Supercock | 1975 | Spaniard |
| Bergado (Terror of Cavite) | 1976 | |
| Asiong Aksaya | 1977 | |
| Ibilanggo si Neneng Magtanggol | 1977 | |
| Mokong | 1978 | |
| Gorgonya | 1978 | |
| Blind Rage | 1978 | Johnny Duran |
| Last Target | 1978 | |
| Back to Back | 1979 | |
| Tatlong Patak ng Dugo ni Adan | 1980 | |
| The Last Reunion | 1980 | Dante Salazar |
| Usigin...Sino? | 1981 | |
| Kapitan Kidlat | 1981 | |
| Palengke Queen | 1982 | |
| Bagong Boy Condenado | 1982 | |
| Isaac... Dugo ni Abraham | 1982 | Don Salvador |
| Bad Boy From Dadiangas | 1982 | |
| Dormitoryo! Buhay Estudyante | 1982 | |
| Maguindanao | 1982 | |
| Hubad ng Gubat | 1983 | |
| The Killing of Satan | 1983 | Satan |
| Laruan | 1983 | |
| Pedro Tunasan | 1983 | |
| Milyon | 1983 | |
| Lumaban Ka | 1983 | |
| Over My Dead Body | 1983 | |
| To Love Again | 1983 | Don Ramon |
| Nardong Putik (Kilabot ng Cavite) Version II | 1984 | |
| Hanggang Sa Huling Bala | 1984 | |
| Bed Sins | 1985 | |
| Musmos | 1985 | |
| Zuma | 1985 | |
| Ben Tumbling | 1985 | |
| Sa Bawat Hahakbangan, Babaha Ng Dugo | 1985 | |
| Napakasakit, Kuya Eddie! | March 20, 1986 | Willy Ledesma |
| Mga Anak ni Facifica Falayfay | 1987 | |
| Victor Corpuz | 1987 | |
| Boy Tornado | 1987 | Mr. Barzuela |
| Ready!... Aim!... Fire!... | September 3, 1987 | |
| Iyo Ang Batas Akin Ang Katarungan | 1988 | Carlos |
| Afuang: Bounty Hunter | February 25, 1988 | |
| Sgt. Ernesto Boy Ibanez: Tirtir Gang | 1988 | |
| Barbaro Santo | 1989 | |
| Carnap King: The Randy Padilla Story | 1989 | |
| Agila ng Maynila | February 1, 1989 | |
| Here Comes The Bride | 1989 | Simon |
| Walang Susuko | 1989 | |
| Batang Cebu .45 | 1989 | |
| Virgina P. | 1989 | |
| Wanted: Pamilya Banal | 1989 | Don Roberto |
| Sgt. Patalinhug: CIS Special Operations Group | 1990 | |
| Nazareno Apostol: Boy Ahas | 1990 | |
| Sgt. Clarin: Bala Para Sa Ulo Mo | 1990 | |
| Sgt. Miguel Carpio: Multiple Murder | 1990 | |
| Joey Boy Munti, 15 Anyos Ka Sa Muntilupa | 1991 | |
| Magdaleno Orbos: Sa Kuko ng Mga Lawin | 1991 | Araneta |
| Batas ng .45 | 1991 | |
| Mabuting Kaibigan Masamang Kaaway | 1991 | Montinola's Campaign Manager |
| Gobernador | 1992 | |
| Lacson: Batas ng Navotas | 1992 | |
| Fatal Chase | 1992 | |
| Kamay ni Cain | 1992 | |
| Sinungaling Mong Puso | 1992 | |
| Hanggang May Buhay | 1992 | |
| Lt. Madarang: Iginuhit Sa Dugo | 1993 | Col. Valdes |
| Once Upon A Time In Manila | 1994 | |
| Iligpit si Victor Saraza | 1994 | Domingo Palacio |
| Alfredo Lim: Batas ng Maynila | 1995 | |
| Minsan Pa: Kahit Konting Pagtingin Part 2 | 1995 | The Big Boss |
| Mangarap Ka | 1995 | Manolo |
| Kung Kaya Mo, Kaya Mo Rin! | 1996 | Boss |
| Ben Balasador: Akin Ang Huling Alas | 1996 | |
| Bridesmaid | 1997 | |
| Bagsik ng Kamao | 1997 | Don Pablo |
| Walang Katumbas Ang Dugo | August 19, 1998 | |
| Sambahin Ang Ngalan Mo | December 25, 1998 | Don Claro Mascardo |
| Kamay ni Eva | May 12, 1999 | |
| Markado | July 21, 1999 | |
| Dugo ng Birhen: El Kapitan | October 27, 1999 | Professor Alvarez |
| Largado, Ibabalik Kita Sa Pinanggalingan Mo! | December 8, 1999 | |
| Eto Na Naman Ako | June 7, 2000 | |
| Ooops, Teka Lang...Diskarte Ko 'to! | March 14, 2001 | Col. Delos Reyes |
| Paninda | July 4, 2001 | |
| Pangako... Ikaw Lang | July 4, 2001 | Mr. Pascual |
| Hiyas, Sa Paraiso ng Kasalanan | October 24, 2001 | |
| Batas ng Lansangan | February 27, 2002 | Boss Montenegro |
| Walang Iba Kundi Ikaw | June 5, 2002 | |
| Walang Kapalit | May 14, 2003 | Mr. Velasco |
| Masikip sa Dibdib Masikip sa Dibdib Masikip sa Dibdib is a 2004 Filipino comedy film, directed by well-known romance/comedy director Joyce E. Bernal. The film was released to Philippine theaters on April 14, 2004... |
April 10, 2004 | Senator |
| Volta | June 23, 2004 | |
| Lisensyadong Kamao | September 7, 2005 | |
| Desperadas | January 4, 2008 | Courtney's Father |
TV shows
| Title | Year | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mula Sa Puso Mula Sa Puso Mula Sa Puso is a Filipino television series originally aired by ABS-CBN from March 10, 1997 to April 2, 1999. Claudine Barretto, Rico Yan, and Diether Ocampo played the role of the main protagonists in the series. It was re-aired in 2008 through Studio 23 and Kapamilya Channel, which are both an... |
1997–1999 | Don Ricardo | ABS-CBN ABS-CBN ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ... |
| Saan Ka Man Naroroon Saan Ka Man Naroroon Saan Ka Man Naroroon is a Philippine television series by ABS-CBN. It premiered April 5, 1999, on ABS-CBN.Saan Ka Man Naroroon stars Claudine Barretto as she portrays three contrasting roles—Rosario, Rosenda and Rosemarie—who are triplets and were separated at birth... |
1999–2001 | Francisco | ABS-CBN ABS-CBN ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ... |
| Basta't Kasama Kita Basta't Kasama Kita Basta't Kasama Kita was an ABS-CBN primetime series starring Robin Padilla and Judy Ann Santos. The show also aired worldwide on ABS-CBN's The Filipino Channel and on a two week delay on the International Channel in the United States.The TV series re-aired on PTV in 2005-2006 and in 2010-2011 it... |
2003–2004 | Federico Gonzales | ABS-CBN ABS-CBN ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ... |
| Sa Piling Mo Sa Piling Mo "Sa Piling Mo" is a love story between both Judy Ann Santos and Piolo Pascual. This "teleserye" is one of the most popular shows in the Philippines and its pilot episode was broadcast on February 27, 2006.-Episodes:... |
2006–2007 | Mayor | ABS-CBN ABS-CBN ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ... |
| Margarita Margarita (TV series) Margarita is an ABS-CBN teleserye starring Wendy Valdez of Pinoy Big Brother: Season 2. First announced by Valdez in a guest appearance on The Buzz, the series was promoted as "the most controversial and boldest TV series." It aired on ABS-CBN's Primetime Bida slot at 6 PM.Margarita is a story of... |
2007 | ABS-CBN ABS-CBN ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ... |
|
| Totoy Bato Totoy Bato Totoy Bato is a boxing-themed Philippine drama from GMA Network, based on the graphic novel created by Carlo J. Caparas, that depicts the remarkable story of an ordinary person named Totoy Magtanggol, played by Robin Padilla, becoming a skillful boxer and conquering injustice with bravery and... |
2009 | Datu | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| Ngayon at Kailanman Ngayon at Kailanman Sine Novela Presents: Ngayon at Kailanman is a Philippine Thriller on GMA Network. The original movie was released back in 1992. The series stars Heart Evangelista and JC De Vera... |
2009 | Don Artemyo Noche | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| Rosalinda | 2009 | Victor Dorantes | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| Darna Darna (2009 TV series) Darna is a superhero Philippine drama adapted from Mars Ravelo's fictional superheroine of the same name; directed by Dominic Zapata and developed by Jun Lana. It is the third series based on the Darna graphic novels by Mars Ravelo... |
2009 | Dr. Montgomery | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| May Bukas Pa May Bukas Pa May Bukas Pa is a Philippine drama series which started long-airing on February 2, 2009 at ABS-CBN. The show's run was extended multiple times until its end run on February 5, 2010.-Production:... |
2009 | Don Carlos (Guest role: Chapter 14 of May Bukas Pa) | ABS-CBN ABS-CBN ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ... |