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]
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 |
Biography
editRuel 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.
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Film Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Utang ng Ama | Totoy Sungit | |
| 2001 | Masikip na ang Mundo Mo, Labrador | Col. Barredo | |
| 1998 | Sige, Subukan Mo | Dormido | |
| Buhawi Jack | Barok Head | ||
| 1997 | Super Ranger Kids | Satano | |
| Boy Chico: Hulihin si Ben Tumbling | Ruel | ||
| 1996 | Tolentino | Servando | |
| Ober Da Bakod 2 | Hannibal | ||
| Enteng and the Shaolin Kid | Brando | ||
| Huling Sagupaan | Sgt. Morales | ||
| Bangis | Ernie | ||
| 1995 | Hindi Ka Diyos Para Santuhin | Chief of Police | Eastern Films
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| 1992 | Pat. Omar Abdullah: Pulis Probinsya | Raul | Moviestars Production
|
| Grease Gun Gang | Captain Laconico | ||
| Amang Capulong: Anak ng Tondo 2 | Salasar | Four N Films
| |
| Dudurugin Kita ng Bala ko | Kadyo | ||
| Apoy sa Puso | Mildred's Bodyguard | ||
| 1991 | Pretty Boy Hoodlum | Frankie | |
| 1990 | Bad Boy | Boy Bayawak | |
| David Balondo ng Tondo | Lauro | Four-N Films
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| 1989 | Jones Bridge Massacre (Task Force Clabio) | Cine Suerte
| |
| Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin | Syndicate member | ||
| SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats | Roborat | Mother Studio Films
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| Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay | Quintana | ||
| Long Ranger and Tonton (Shooting Stars of the West) | DJanggo | ||
| Eagle Squad | Gunrunner | ||
| 1988 | She-Man: Mistress of the Universe | Kiss Manay | |
| Ompong Galapong: May Ulo, Walang Tapon | Horizon Films
| ||
| Boy Negro | Pfc. Bermudez | ||
| Afuang: Bounty Hunter | Brother of Boy Paredes | ||
| 1987 | Boy Tornado | Kid Amante | RNB Films
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| Kapitan Pablo | Miguel | RNB Films
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| 1984 | Ang Padrino | Pepeng tambak | FPJ Production
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| 1983 | Kapag Buhay ang Inutang | Bogart | Cine Suerte
|
| 1977 | Walang Katapusang Tag-Araw | Miroy | Lea Productions
|
Notable films
edit- 1971 - Asedillo
- 1974 - Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa
- 1976 - Insiang
- 1978 - Juan Tapak
- 1979 - Roberta
- 1980 - Pompa
- 1980 - Angela Markado
- 1982 - Brother Ben
- 1982 - Cain and Abel
- 1983 - Roman Rapido
- 1983 - Kapag Buhay Ang Inutang
- 1985 - Sa Dibdib ng Sierra Madre
- 1985 - Baun Gang
- 1985 - Calapan Jailbreak
- 1986 - Iyo ang Tondo Kanya ang Cavite
- 1986 - Mabuhay Ka Sa Baril
- 1986 - Muslim .357
- 1986 - No Return, No Exchange
- 1986 - Kamagong
- 1986 - Halimaw
- 1986 - Kapitan Pablo: Cavite's Killing Fields
- 1986 - Captain Barbell
- 1986 - Gabi Na, Kumander
- 1987 - Vigilante
- 1987 - Boy Tornado
- 1988 - Kumakasa, Kahit Nag-iisa
- 1988 - Boy Negro
- 1988 - Ompong Galapong: May Ulo, Walang Tapon
- 1988 - Sheman: Mistress of the Universe
- 1988 - Savage Justice
- 1988 - Alyas Boy Life
- 1988 - Eagle Squad
- 1989 - Long Ranger and Tonton
- 1989 - Moises Platon
- 1989 - Impaktita
- 1989 - Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay
- 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
- 1991 - Pretty Boy Hoodlum
- 1992 - Grease Gun Gang
- 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 - Kristo
- 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[5]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[6]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[7]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[8]
- 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.
- ^ "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