Celia Díaz Laurel
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In this Philippine name for married women, the birth middle name or maternal family name is Franco, the birth surname or paternal family name is Díaz, and the marital name is Laurel.
Celia Díaz-Laurel (May 29, 1928 – July 12, 2021) was a Filipina theatre actress, singer, and painter.[1] She was the wife of former Vice President Salvador Laurel. She was also the grandmother of actress Denise Laurel.[2]
Quick Facts Second Lady of the Philippines, Vice President ...
Celia Díaz Laurel | |
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Second Lady of the Philippines | |
In role February 25, 1986 – June 30, 1992 | |
Vice President | Salvador Laurel |
Preceded by | Vacant (post last held by Maria Salvacion Javellana) |
Succeeded by | Loi Ejercito |
Personal details | |
Born | (1928-05-29)May 29, 1928 Talisay, Negros Occidental, Insular Government of the Philippine Islands, U.S. |
Died | July 12, 2021(2021-07-12) (aged 93) Metro Manila, Philippines |
Nationality | Filipino |
Spouse | |
Relations | Denise Laurel (granddaughter) |
Children | 8 |
Alma mater | University of the Philippines (FA) Yale University (MFA) |
Occupation | theatre actress, singer and painter |
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