Roy Alvarez | |
|---|---|
| Born | Leandro Delantar Alvarez March 23, 1950 |
| Died | February 11, 2014 (aged 63) Quezon City, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director |
| Years active | 1971–2014 |
| Agent | GMA Artist Center |
| Spouse | Nieves Campa-Alvarez |
| Children | Miren Alvarez |
Leandro Delantar Alvarez (March 23, 1950 – February 11, 2014), better known by his screen name Roy Alvarez, was a Filipino actor, director and screenwriter for film, television and theater in the Philippines.
Biography
He was born on March 23, 1950, in Pagbilao, Quezon, Philippines as Leandro Delantar Alvarez. He finished his Bachelor of Science in Commerce at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. He lived for some time in the United States.
He was also a lecturer and speaker on Consciousness Development, Inner and Outer Ecology, Healing Mother Earth and Zero Waste Management.
In March 1989, he signed an eight-picture deal with Viva Films, and was set to star in the film Imortal alongside Vilma Santos and Christopher de Leon;[1] however, he eventually dropped out of the project.
He was the former president of ET CE TERRA, a Filipino UFO enthusiasts group.[2]
Personal life
He was married to Nieves Campa and they have a daughter, Miren Alvarez who is married to Paolo Fabregas, a son of his friend and fellow actor Jaime Fabregas.
Death
Alvarez died on February 11, 2014, due to cardiac arrest, a month before his 64th birthday. His remains is at Garden of Divine Word At Christ The King Semenary in Quezon City[3] He is survived by his wife, Nieves Campa-Alvarez, and daughter, Miren Alvarez-Fabregas.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2013 | Kung Fu Divas | Charlotte's Adoptive Father |
| 2010 | Father Jejemon | |
| 2010 | The Night Infinite | |
| 2010 | Buenavista (Ang Kasaysayan ng Lucena) | |
| 2006 | The Mourning Girls | Atty. San Jose |
| 2004 | Kuya | Vincent's Dad |
| 2003 | Message Sent | |
| 2002 | Spirit Warriors: The Shortcut | Ponce's stepfather |
| 2002 | Tampisaw | Mauricio |
| 2002 | Diskarte | Veloso |
| 2002 | Kaulayaw | |
| 2002 | Burles King: Daw O | Don Henrico |
| 2001 | ID | Mayor |
| 2001 | Naked Nights | |
| 2001 | Huli sa Akto | |
| 2001 | Masikip Na ang Mundo Mo, Labrador | |
| 2001 | Oras Na para Lumaban | |
| 2001 | Oops, Teka Lang... Diskarte ko 'to! | Ka Benito |
| 2000 | Spirit Warriors | Steve |
| 2000 | Alipin ng Tukso | Senor Alfonso |
| 1999 | Asin at Paminta | Pineda |
| 1999 | Kapag Kumulo ang Dugo | Parica |
| 1999 | The Kite | |
| 1999 | Tik Tak Toys: My Kolokotoys | Mr. Bolado |
| 1999 | Type Kita... Walang Kokontra | Alex Portugal |
| 1999 | Tatapatan Ko ang Lakas Mo | |
| 1998 | Cariño Brutal | |
| 1998 | Birador | Capt. Moreno |
| 1998 | Curacha ang Babaeng Walang Pahinga | Ship Captain |
| 1998 | Ben Delubyo | Col. Zacarias |
| 1997 | Frats | |
| 1997 | Kahit Hindi Turuan ang Puso | |
| 1997 | Sabi Mo Mahal Mo Ako, Wala ng Bawian | Tin. Reyes |
| 1997 | Matrikula | Bogart |
| 1997 | Puerto Princesa | |
| 1997 | Pusakal | |
| 1997 | Epimaco Velasco: NBI | Nardong Putik |
| 1997 | Shake, Rattle & Roll VI | Ricardo (segment "Ang Buwan") |
| 1997 | Rizal in Dapitan | Capt. Carnicero |
| 1996 | Tong-its | |
| 1996 | Mahal Kita, Alam Mo Ba? | Mayor |
| 1996 | Rubberman | Yoyoy |
| 1996 | Hangga't May Hininga | Billy Boy |
| 1995 | Judge Max Asuncion: Hukom Bitay | |
| 1995 | Sabik sa Halik | |
| 1994 | Mayor Cesar Climaco | |
| 1993 | Tikboy Tikas at Mga Khroaks Boys | |
| 1993 | Pugoy – Hostage: Davao | Lt. Col. Franco Calida |
| 1993 | Ms. Dolora X | |
| 1992 | Hanggang May Buhay | |
| 1992 | Cordora: Lulutang Ka sa Sarili Mong Dugo | |
| 1992 | Sa Aking Puso: The Marcos 'Bong' Manalang Story | |
| 1992 | Lumaban Ka, Itay! | |
| 1991 | McBain | Head Federate |
| 1991 | Anak ng Cabron: Ikalawang Ugat | Manuel |
| 1989 | Punglo Bawat Hakbang | |
| 1989 | Kung Kasalanan Man | |
| 1989 | Arrest: Pat. Rizal Alih – Zamboanga Massacre | Maj. Refe |
| 1988 | Code Name: Black & White | |
| 1988 | A Dangerous Life | Col. 'Tiger' Tecson |
| 1988 | Super Inday and the Golden Bibe | |
| 1988 | Petrang Kabayo at ang Pilyang Kuting | Drago |
| 1988 | Rosa Mistica | Attorney |
| 1987 | Kapag Puno Na ang Salop | Dante |
| 1987 | Tigershark | Tony |
| 1987 | Remember Me, Mama | |
| 1986 | Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow | Lawyer |
| 1985 | Alexandra | |
| 1985 | Ma'am May We Go Out? | Roy |
| 1984 | Working Girls | Roy |
| 1983 | Sasabayan Kita sa Impiyerno | Boyet |
| 1973 | Super Gee | |
| 1972 | The Big Bird Cage | Revolutionary (uncredited) |
| 1972 | The Hot Box | Leyo |
| 1971 | Reaching the Top |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
| 1989 | Balintataw | Episode: "Sakristan"[4] | PTV | |
| 1997 | Bayani | Martin Delgado | ABS-CBN | |
| 2002 | Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga | Cameo role | GMA Network | |
| 2004 | Krystala | Bacchus Salvador | ABS-CBN | |
| 2005 | Now and Forever: Ganti | Gerardo | GMA Network | |
| 2009 | Parekoy | Benjamin | ABS-CBN | |
| Precious Hearts Romances Presents Bud Brothers | Umberto Urbano | |||
| 2010–2011 | Juanita Banana | Don Arnulfo Buenaventura | ||
| 2011 | Guns and Roses | Arnulfo | ||
| 2011–2012 | Amaya | Awi | GMA Network | |
| 2012 | Alice Bungisngis and Her Wonder Walis | Don Zaldy Fernandez | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Butch | Episode: "Relo" | ABS-CBN | |
| 2012–2013 | Pahiram ng Sandali | Homer Alcaraz | GMA Network | |
| 2013 | Unforgettable | Salvador 'Badong' Leoncio | ||
| Magpakailanman | Efren Contemplacion | Episode: "Life After the Death of Flor Contemplacion" | ||
| My Husband's Lover | Manuel Soriano | |||
| 2013–2014 | Villa Quintana | Don Manolo Quintana | Alvarez's last TV appearance. Due to his death, he was replaced by Al Tantay to continue the role. |
References
- ↑ Villanueva, Nena Z. (March 30, 1989). "Tiger signs 8-picture contract with Viva". Manila Standard. Kagitingan Publications, Inc. p. 25. Retrieved June 22, 2021.
- ↑ https://twitter.com/ABSCBNNews/status/1673632268240429057?t=K0NOaos9Z14Wg8Z2Ft8hxA
- ↑ "Actor Roy Alvarez dies at 63". 11 February 2014.
- ↑ "Roy Alvarez topbills Balintataw". Manila Standard. Kagitingan Publications, Inc. April 3, 1989. p. 20. Retrieved June 22, 2021.
'Sakristan', tonight at 9:30 p.m. PTV 4.
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