NCCA announces state funeral for Nora Aunor
The National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) announced on Thursday that state necrological services and funeral details will be held for Nora Aunor, who passed away at 71 on Wednesday, April 16.
Aunor's extensive filmography of over 170 films and numerous accolades, including a grand slam from five major award-giving bodies for her performance in 'Andrea, Paano ba ang Maging Isang Ina' and induction into the FAMAS Hall of Fame, underscore her significant impact on the Philippine entertainment industry.
Her achievements also include being named a National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts by the Office of the President in 2022 and receiving the Centennial Honors for the Arts from the Cultural Center of the Philippines in recognition of her contributions to culture and the arts.
Aunor's son Ian de Leon announced her death, expressing that she was a source of unconditional love, strength, and warmth.
She is survived by five children from her marriage to actor Christopher de Leon.
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