Tony Mabesa was an American actor and director who is best known for his roles in Rainbow’s Sunset (2018), Macho Dancer (1988), and Tukso layuan mo ako! (1991). He was born on January 27, 1935, in Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines and passed away on October 4, 2019, in the Philippines.
Personal and Family Life
Tony Mabesa earned a degree in BS Agriculture from the University of the Philippines-Los Baños in 1956. He further pursued his education, obtaining a Master of Arts in Theater Arts from the University of California-Los Angeles in 1965, followed by a Master of Education from the University of Delaware in 1969. Details about his family life are not widely documented.
Death and Legacy
Tony Mabesa died on October 4, 2019. His contributions to the Philippine film industry and theater are celebrated by many, and he is remembered for his significant roles in various films that showcased his talents as an actor and director.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Abot-Kamay Ang Pangarap | 1996-09-04 | [Fiscal] |
| Heatseeker | 1995-06-27 | Elder |
| Lihis | 2013-09-11 | |
| Niño | 2011-07-16 | |
| Deathrow | 2000-12-25 | Governor Asunta |
| Pacquiao: The Movie | 2006-06-21 | Ruben Novales |
| Bulaklak ng Maynila | 1999-12-29 | Tatay |
| Bikini Watch | 1995-07-11 | Captain Pelarez |
| The Mistress | 2012-09-21 | Maestro Emil |
| Maybe This Time | 2014-05-28 | Pancho |
| Hustisya | 2014-08-02 | |
| Once Upon a Time | 1987-01-04 | |
| Mano Po III: My Love | 2004-12-25 | Paredes |
| Vox Populi | 2010-07-13 | Sir Aris |
| Ikaw | 1993-08-19 | Mr. De Guia |
| When I Fall In Love | 1986-03-14 | |
| Filipinas | 2003-12-25 | Father Manalo |
| Fuschia | 2009-04-29 | Mayor Sunga |
| Past Tense | 2014-11-26 | |
| Kapag May Katwiran… Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie | 1995-03-29 |