Romy Diaz was an American actor known for his roles in films such as Ang maestro, Buhay na manika, and Ang alamat. He was born on November 28, 1940, in Pampanga, Philippines, and passed away on May 10, 2005, in Quezon City, Philippines.
Personal and Family Life
Romy Diaz was born to Silvino and Maria Diaz. He had two siblings, Sieg and Paquito Diaz. He was also an uncle to Joko Diaz and a grandfather to Kiko Estrada. Before his acting career, he was a collegiate basketball player for the FEU Tamaraws and briefly played for the Crispa Redmanizers and Ysmael Steel Admirals in the 1960s.
Death and Legacy
Romy Diaz died from tongue cancer on May 10, 2005. His contributions to Filipino cinema are remembered through his extensive filmography. Diaz’s performances left a lasting impact on the industry, making him a notable figure in Philippine entertainment history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Impossible Kid | 1982-07-23 | Senyor Manolo |
| Muslim.357 | 1986-07-07 | |
| Kristo | 1996-03-27 | The Devil |
| Once Upon A Time In Manila | 1994-01-01 | Mario |
| Lab En Kisses | 1997-01-01 | Aga |
| Ali In Wonderland | 1991-01-11 | |
| Basta’t Ikaw… Nanginginig Pa | 1999-06-23 | |
| D’Sisters: Nuns of the Above | 1999-01-04 | Senyor Pacheco |
| Si Ako At… Tres Muskiteros! | 1982-02-04 | Alakdan |
| Horsey-horsey: Tigidig-tigidig | 1986-05-01 | Damian |
| Zigomar | 1984-01-19 | |
| Nympha | 1971-02-27 | |
| Jungle Wolf | 1986-07-01 | Hernandez |
| Ang Dalubhasa | 2000-01-26 | Adyong Tulak |
| Bad Boy II | 1992-11-18 | |
| Pakners | 2003-05-28 | Olivares |
| Hindi Pa Tapos Ang Labada Darling | 1994-01-01 | |
| Pompa | 1980-01-18 | Gido |
| Ang Anino Ni Asedillo | 1988-06-01 |