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Hilda Koronel

Hilda Koronel - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 17, 1957
Age69
BirthplaceSanta Cruz, Manila, Philippines
Zodiac SignCapricorn - (see also Hilda Koronel's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarring roles in 'Insiang' (1976) and 'Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag' (1975)

Intro

Hilda Koronel is a celebrated Filipino actress, acclaimed for her roles in Philippine cinema from the 1970s onwards. She is best known for her performances in classic films such as 'Insiang' and 'Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag', both of which gained international recognition.

Early Life & Background

Hilda Koronel was born Susan Reid in Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines. She is of Filipino and American descent. She was discovered as a teenager through the 'Star for All Seasons' contest, which marked her entry into the Philippine film industry.

Career Highlights

  • Won Best Supporting Actress at the FAMAS Awards for 'Maynila sa mga Kuko ng Liwanag' (1975)
  • Starred in 'Insiang' (1976), which was the first Filipino film shown at the Cannes Film Festival
  • Worked with renowned Filipino directors such as Lino Brocka
  • Received multiple nominations and awards throughout a prolific acting career in Philippine cinema

Trivia

  • Her birth name is Susan Reid
  • She is of mixed Filipino and American descent
  • Her breakout film, 'Insiang', is considered a masterpiece of Philippine cinema and the first local film to screen at Cannes

FAQs

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How old is Hilda Koronel?

Hilda Koronel is 69 years old.

When was Hilda Koronel born?

Hilda Koronel was born the 17 January 1957.

Where is Hilda Koronel from?

Santa Cruz, Manila, Philippines.

On Her Birth-Day

About January 17th, 1957, in brief:

  • Historical events: In 1957, the San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit Commission recommended the formation of a five-county rapid transit district to build and operate a high-speed rapid rail network, leading to the creation of BART.
  • Day of the week: January 17th, 1957 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The Green Door by Jim Lowe
  • #1 UK song: Singing The Blues by Guy Mitchell
  • Popular movie: Old Yeller directed by Robert Stevenson

Check the link for more news and curiosities on January 17th, 1957.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hilda_Koronel
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0466270/