Panchito Alba
Filipino film actor (1925–1995) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Alfonso Discher Tagle Sr., better known as Panchito Alba or simply Panchito (February 5, 1925 – December 18, 1995), was a Filipino film actor who almost exclusively appeared in comedy roles. He was known for his swarthy looks and a prominent big nose, which was often the target of ridicule, especially Dolphy calling him "baboy ramo" (wild boar). Panchito frequently appeared as a comedic foil to Dolphy, with whom he was best friends in real life.
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In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Discher and the surname or paternal family name is Tagle.
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Panchito Alba | |
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Born | Alfonso Tagle y Discher (1925-02-05)February 5, 1925 |
Died | December 18, 1995(1995-12-18) (aged 70) Parañaque, Philippines |
Other names | Panchito |
Occupation(s) | Filipino comedian and actor |
Years active | 1942–1995 |
Parent | Etang Discher (mother) |
Relatives | Babalu (nephew) |
Awards | FAMAS Best Supporting Actor 1955 Lupang Kayumanggi |
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