Senate honors Gloria Romero for her contributions to Philippine cinema

Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada filed a resolution honoring late movie icon Gloria Romero, who passed away on January 25 at age 91.

Estrada highlighted Romero's significant role in enriching Philippine cinema and culture beyond her acting career, noting that she starred in over 250 films and TV shows spanning six decades.

Romero, known as the 'First Lady of Philippine Cinema,' earned the first FAMAS Best Actress Award for her breakthrough role at age 21 and was also Estrada's leading lady in the film Patria Adorada, which won best picture at the 4th Manila Film Festival in 1969.

The resolution recognizes Romero's beauty, personality, and acting prowess that inspired generations.

A copy of the Senate resolution will be presented to Romero's family as a gesture of gratitude and respect from the chamber.