Rogelio de la Rosa

Acting

Born: November 12, 1916Lubao, Pampanga, Philippines

Regidor Lim de la Rosa (November 12, 1916 – November 26, 1986), professionally known as Rogelio de la Rosa, was a Filipino actor and politician. He was often named the greatest Filipino matinee idol of all time. He is also remembered for his statesmanship, and in particular, for his accomplishments as a diplomat. Elected to the Philippine Senate from 1957 to 1963, he was the first Filipino film actor to parlay his fame into a substantial political career, paving the way for future Filipino entertainers-turned-politicians.

Known For

Prinsipe Amante

1950

Himala Ng Birhen Sa Antipolo

1947

Jack and Jill

1954

Lambingan

1940

Sa Paanan ng Bundok

1953

Sa Tokyo Ikinasal

1948

Sohrab at Rustum

1950

Sonny Boy

1955