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Los Angeles Times
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Nora Aunor, veteran performer who was beloved in the Philippines, dies at 71
MANILA, Philippines — Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died. Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children. She was 71. No further details on the cause or place of her death were immediately given. Filipina actor Lotlot de León said on Instagram that her mother 'touched generations with her unmatched talent, grace, and passion for the craft. Her voice, presence, and artistry shaped a legacy that will never fade.' De León said funeral plans and other details will be shared later. In a statement released Thursday, Philippines president Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Aunor 'was our consummate actress, singer, and film producer.' He praised the performer for her 'golden voice' and her 'genius,' which he said was a 'gift to the Filipino nation.' Aunor, born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor to an impoverished family in eastern Camarines Sur province, sold water in a train station in her hometown in her youth. She first gained fame in her teens as a singer in the 1960s before moving on to movies. She amassed more than 200 credits in film and television that included many classics of Philippine cinema, and won dozens of acting awards. Memorable roles included 1976's 'Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos' ('Three Years Without God'), 1984's 'Bulaklak sa City Jail' ('Flowers of the City Jail') and 1995's 'The Flor Contemplacion Story.' She swept acting awards in the country for her performance in 1990's 'Andrea, Paano ba ang Maging Isang Ina?' ('Andrea, How Is It Like to Be a Mother?') and won lead actress at the Asian Film Awards for her portrayal of a midwife in 2012's 'Thy Womb.' Aunor was still acting as recently as last year, starring in the film 'Mananambal' ('The Healer') and appearing on the TV series 'Lilet Matias, Attorney-at-Law.' Aunor was named a National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts — the country's biggest honor for actors — in 2022. In 2014, then-President Benigno Aquino III had denied her the honor because of a previous drug arrest in the U.S., provoking broad outcry. Aunor's lawyer said the 2005 arrest at the Los Angeles airport came because of a pipe found in a bag she did not pack, noting she was traveling with four assistants at the time. The charges were dropped in 2007 after she completed a diversion program, her lawyer said in 2014. Aunor was married to actor Christopher de León from 1975 until 1996. She is survived by their children Lotlet, Ian, Matet, Kiko and Kenneth de León. Times staff writer Alexandra Del Rosario contributed to this report.
NBC News
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Nora Aunor, one of the Philippines' biggest stars, dies at 71
Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died. Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children. She was 71. No further details on the cause or place of her death were immediately given. Filipina actor Lotlot de León said on Instagram that her mother 'touched generations with her unmatched talent, grace, and passion for the craft. Her voice, presence, and artistry shaped a legacy that will never fade.' De León said funeral plans and other details will be shared later. Aunor, born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor to an impoverished family in eastern Camarines Sur province, sold water in a train station in her hometown in her youth. She first gained fame in her teens as a singer in the 1960s before moving on to movies. She amassed more than 200 credits in film and television that included many classics of Philippine cinema, and won dozens of acting awards. Memorable roles included 1976's 'Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos' ('Three Years Without God'), 1984's 'Bulaklak sa City Jail' ('Flowers of the City Jail') and 1995's 'The Flor Contemplacion Story.' She swept best actress awards in the country for her performance in 1990's 'Andrea, Paano ba ang Maging Isang Ina?' ('Andrea, What is It Like to be a Mother?') and won best actress at the Asian Film Awards for her portrayal of a midwife in 2012's 'Thy Womb.' Aunor was still acting as recently as last year, starring in the film 'Mananambal' ('The Healer') and appearing on the TV series 'Lilet Matias, Attorney-at-Law.' Aunor was named a National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts — the country's biggest honor for actors — in 2022. In 2014, then-President Benigno Aquino III had denied her the honor because of a previous drug arrest in the U.S., provoking broad outcry. Aunor's lawyer said the 2005 arrest at the Los Angeles airport came because of a pipe found in a bag she did not pack, noting she was traveling with four assistants at the time. The charges were dropped in 2007 after she completed a diversion program, her lawyer said in 2014. Aunor was married to actor Christopher de León from 1975 until 1996.
Arab Times
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Nora Aunor, an actor among the Philippines' biggest stars, dies at 71
MANILA, Philippines, April 17, (AP): Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died. Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children. She was 71. No further details on the cause or place of her death were immediately given. Filipina actor Lotlot de León said on Instagram that her mother "touched generations with her unmatched talent, grace, and passion for the craft. Her voice, presence, and artistry shaped a legacy that will never fade.' De León said funeral plans and other details will be shared later. Aunor, born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor to an impoverished family in eastern Camarines Sur province, sold water in a train station in her hometown in her youth. She first gained fame in her teens as a singer in the 1960s before moving on to movies. She amassed more than 200 credits in film and television that included many classics of Philippine cinema, and won dozens of acting awards. Memorable roles included 1976's "Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos' ("Three Years Without God'), 1984's "Bulaklak sa City Jail' ("Flowers of the City Jail') and 1995's "The Flor Contemplacion Story.' She swept best actress awards in the country for her performance in 1990's "Andrea, Paano ba ang Maging Isang Ina?' ("Andrea, What is It Like to be a Mother?') and won best actress at the Asian Film Awards for her portrayal of a midwife in 2012's "Thy Womb.' Aunor was still acting as recently as last year, starring in the film "Mananambal' ("The Healer") and appearing on the TV series "Lilet Matias, Attorney-at-Law.' Aunor was named a National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts - the country's biggest honor for actors - in 2022. In 2014, then-President Benigno Aquino III had denied her the honor because of a previous drug arrest in the U.S., provoking broad outcry. Aunor's lawyer said the 2005 arrest at the Los Angeles airport came because of a pipe found in a bag she did not pack, noting she was traveling with four assistants at the time. The charges were dropped in 2007 after she completed a diversion program, her lawyer said in 2014. Aunor was married to actor Christopher de León from 1975 until 1996.
The Independent
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Nora Aunor, an actor among the Philippines' biggest stars, dies at 71
Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died. Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children. She was 71. No further details on the cause or place of her death were immediately given. Filipina actor Lotlot de León said on Instagram that her mother 'touched generations with her unmatched talent, grace, and passion for the craft. Her voice, presence, and artistry shaped a legacy that will never fade.' De León said funeral plans and other details will be shared later. Aunor, born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor to an impoverished family in eastern Camarines Sur province, sold water in a train station in her hometown in her youth. She first gained fame in her teens as a singer in the 1960s before moving on to movies. She amassed more than 200 credits in film and television that included many classics of Philippine cinema, and won dozens of acting awards. Memorable roles included 1976's 'Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos' ('Three Years Without God'), 1984's 'Bulaklak sa City Jail' (' Flowers of the City Jail') and 1995's 'The Flor Contemplacion Story.' She swept best actress awards in the country for her performance in 1990's 'Andrea, Paano ba ang Maging Isang Ina?' ('Andrea, What is It Like to be a Mother?') and won best actress at the Asian Film Awards for her portrayal of a midwife in 2012's 'Thy Womb.' Aunor was still acting as recently as last year, starring in the film 'Mananambal' ("The Healer") and appearing on the TV series 'Lilet Matias, Attorney-at-Law.' Aunor was named a National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts — the country's biggest honor for actors — in 2022. In 2014, then-President Benigno Aquino III had denied her the honor because of a previous drug arrest in the U.S., provoking broad outcry. Aunor's lawyer said the 2005 arrest at the Los Angeles airport came because of a pipe found in a bag she did not pack, noting she was traveling with four assistants at the time. The charges were dropped in 2007 after she completed a diversion program, her lawyer said in 2014. Aunor was married to actor Christopher de León from 1975 until 1996. She is survived by their children Lotlet, Ian, Matet, Kiko and Kenneth de León.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Nora Aunor, one of Philippine cinema's biggest stars, dies at 71
Nora Aunor, who became one of the biggest stars of Philippine cinema during a career that spanned seven decades, has died. Aunor died Wednesday, according to social media posts from her children. She was 71. No further details on the cause or place of her death were immediately given. Filipina actor Lotlot de León said on Instagram that her mother 'touched generations with her unmatched talent, grace, and passion for the craft. Her voice, presence, and artistry shaped a legacy that will never fade.' De León said funeral plans and other details will be shared later. Aunor, born Nora Cabaltera Villamayor to an impoverished family in eastern Camarines Sur province, sold water in a train station in her hometown in her youth. She first gained fame in her teens as a singer in the 1960s before moving on to movies. She amassed more than 200 credits in film and television that included many classics of Philippine cinema, and won dozens of acting awards. Memorable roles included 1976's 'Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos' ('Three Years Without God'), 1984's 'Bulaklak sa City Jail' ('Flowers of the City Jail') and 1995's 'The Flor Contemplacion Story.' She swept best actress awards in the country for her performance in 1990's 'Andrea, Paano ba ang Maging Isang Ina?' ('Andrea, What is It Like to be a Mother?') and won best actress at the Asian Film Awards for her portrayal of a midwife in 2012's 'Thy Womb.' Aunor was still acting as recently as last year, starring in the film 'Mananambal' ('The Healer') and appearing on the TV series 'Lilet Matias, Attorney-at-Law.' Aunor was named a National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts – the country's biggest honor for actors – in 2022. In 2014, then-President Benigno Aquino III had denied her the honor because of a previous drug arrest in the US, provoking broad outcry. Aunor's lawyer said the 2005 arrest at the Los Angeles airport came because of a pipe found in a bag she did not pack, noting she was traveling with four assistants at the time. The charges were dropped in 2007 after she completed a diversion program, her lawyer said in 2014. Aunor was married to actor Christopher de León from 1975 until 1996. She is survived by their children Lotlet, Ian, Matet, Kiko and Kenneth de León.
