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Gloria Romero, 87, on FDCP honorary award: 'Salamat 'di n'yo pa rin ako nalilimutan!'
Gloria Romero, 87, on FDCP honorary award: 'Salamat 'di n'yo pa rin ako nalilimutan!'
Mario Dumaual,
ABS-CBN News
Published Feb 19, 2021 03:05 PM PHT

MANILA -- Another golden moment has come for film icon Gloria Romero. She is the latest recipient of the Gabay ng Industriya award of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), a rare honor usually reserved for matriarchs of Philippine movies.
MANILA -- Another golden moment has come for film icon Gloria Romero. She is the latest recipient of the Gabay ng Industriya award of the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), a rare honor usually reserved for matriarchs of Philippine movies.
“Maraming salamat at hanggang ngayon naaalala niyo pa rin ako. Salamat sa pagpapahalaga nyo sa akin," Romero told ABS-CBN News in a rare phone conversation opportunity facilitated by her daughter, chef Maritess Gutierrez.
“Maraming salamat at hanggang ngayon naaalala niyo pa rin ako. Salamat sa pagpapahalaga nyo sa akin," Romero told ABS-CBN News in a rare phone conversation opportunity facilitated by her daughter, chef Maritess Gutierrez.
It’s been over a year since Romero last faced the cameras in her GMA series “Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko.” Her last public appearance was last September in the industry’s tribute to departed movie pillar Marichu Maceda.
It’s been over a year since Romero last faced the cameras in her GMA series “Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko.” Her last public appearance was last September in the industry’s tribute to departed movie pillar Marichu Maceda.
With the pandemic, the world has changed so much, rued Romero, who has been house-bound and under the eagle-eye care of Maritess and her son Christopher in New Manila, Quezon City since the Metro Manila lockdown started March 2020.
With the pandemic, the world has changed so much, rued Romero, who has been house-bound and under the eagle-eye care of Maritess and her son Christopher in New Manila, Quezon City since the Metro Manila lockdown started March 2020.
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She laughed at the thought of going out again and being visited at home by friends who have missed her. That has to be cleared with her daughter who is ultra protective of her.
She laughed at the thought of going out again and being visited at home by friends who have missed her. That has to be cleared with her daughter who is ultra protective of her.
Romero takes calls every now and then, though. “Mabuti hindi ny'o pa rin ako nalilimutan!” she exclaimed.
Romero takes calls every now and then, though. “Mabuti hindi ny'o pa rin ako nalilimutan!” she exclaimed.
It is hard to forget the legacy of Romero who endured in her career for nearly 70 years. In its “Ilaw ng Industriya” citation, FDCP recognized the multi-awarded movie queen “for serving as a veritable matriarch to the film industry and as a beacon of professional artistry and sublime inspiration to generations of film actors.”
It is hard to forget the legacy of Romero who endured in her career for nearly 70 years. In its “Ilaw ng Industriya” citation, FDCP recognized the multi-awarded movie queen “for serving as a veritable matriarch to the film industry and as a beacon of professional artistry and sublime inspiration to generations of film actors.”
At 85, she made a record of sorts by clinching the 2018 Metro Manila Film Festival award for best actress for Joel Lamangan’s “Rainbow Sunset.”
At 85, she made a record of sorts by clinching the 2018 Metro Manila Film Festival award for best actress for Joel Lamangan’s “Rainbow Sunset.”
In a normal world, it would be ideal to have an actual conferment of the FDCP award, together with an exhibit and gallery of Romero’s memorabilia. “We actually want to personally give it to her, perhaps soon at the right time,” FDCP chair Liza Dino told ABS-CBN News.
In a normal world, it would be ideal to have an actual conferment of the FDCP award, together with an exhibit and gallery of Romero’s memorabilia. “We actually want to personally give it to her, perhaps soon at the right time,” FDCP chair Liza Dino told ABS-CBN News.
Diño and her team have prepared a fitting tribute for Romero and another top honorary awardee, cinematographer Romy Vitug (Haligi ng Industriya award) at the FPCP Film Ambassadors Night on February 28 at the FDCP YouTube channel.
Diño and her team have prepared a fitting tribute for Romero and another top honorary awardee, cinematographer Romy Vitug (Haligi ng Industriya award) at the FPCP Film Ambassadors Night on February 28 at the FDCP YouTube channel.
The event will also honor over 50 other achievers in various movie industry categories.
The event will also honor over 50 other achievers in various movie industry categories.
Singers Karla Gutierrez and Lawrence Jatanya will pay homage to Romero, Vitug and others with their rendition of “Saan Ka Man Naroroon” with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra. Beverly Salviejo will also sing a medley of Ilocano songs to recall Romero’s award-winning role in the 1954 Sampaguita movie, “Dalagang Ilocana.”
Singers Karla Gutierrez and Lawrence Jatanya will pay homage to Romero, Vitug and others with their rendition of “Saan Ka Man Naroroon” with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra. Beverly Salviejo will also sing a medley of Ilocano songs to recall Romero’s award-winning role in the 1954 Sampaguita movie, “Dalagang Ilocana.”
With the honorary award, Diño has also announced a cash award of P30,000 each for Romero and Vitug.
With the honorary award, Diño has also announced a cash award of P30,000 each for Romero and Vitug.
“The industry is grateful and honored to have witnessed their admirable artistry, incredible work ethic, and encompassing love for film," said Diño.
“The industry is grateful and honored to have witnessed their admirable artistry, incredible work ethic, and encompassing love for film," said Diño.
Maritess, who recently posted their family picture on Valentine’s Day, is also grateful for the FDCP award. She said, “Maraming maraming salamat sa pag-alala sa aking ina sa Ilaw ng Industriya award. We appreciate that you have not forgotten her contributions to Philippine cinema.”
Maritess, who recently posted their family picture on Valentine’s Day, is also grateful for the FDCP award. She said, “Maraming maraming salamat sa pag-alala sa aking ina sa Ilaw ng Industriya award. We appreciate that you have not forgotten her contributions to Philippine cinema.”
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WATCH: Taeyang of Bigbang sings TJ Monterde’s 'Palagi' in Manila concert
WATCH: Taeyang of Bigbang sings TJ Monterde’s 'Palagi' in Manila concert
BigBang member Taeyang, whose real name is Dong Young-bae, delighted his Filipino fans with a special surprise during the Manila leg of his The Light Year tour on Saturday, February 22.
BigBang member Taeyang, whose real name is Dong Young-bae, delighted his Filipino fans with a special surprise during the Manila leg of his The Light Year tour on Saturday, February 22.
The South Korean star performed the OPM song “Palagi” as part of his special stage during the last stop of his Asia tour.
The South Korean star performed the OPM song “Palagi” as part of his special stage during the last stop of his Asia tour.
In a video posted by Philippine Concerts on X, Taeyang sang the song fluently, impressing fans with his pronunciation and heartfelt delivery.
In a video posted by Philippine Concerts on X, Taeyang sang the song fluently, impressing fans with his pronunciation and heartfelt delivery.
He was also heard expressing his love for his Filipino supporters, saying, “Manila, I love you… palagi.”
He was also heard expressing his love for his Filipino supporters, saying, “Manila, I love you… palagi.”
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In another post, Taeyang also asked his fans to sing along with him.
In another post, Taeyang also asked his fans to sing along with him.
“TAEYANG MONTERDE IN DA HAUS! When VIPs asked Youngbae to sing "Palagi" once again #TAEYANGinManila #TAEYANG2025TOUR @Realtaeyang,” a fan captioned in a post on X.
“TAEYANG MONTERDE IN DA HAUS! When VIPs asked Youngbae to sing "Palagi" once again #TAEYANGinManila #TAEYANG2025TOUR @Realtaeyang,” a fan captioned in a post on X.
The original singer and songwriter of “Palagi,” TJ Monterde, was pleasantly surprised by the tribute. He reposted the video on his personal X account, adding a shocked emoji.
The original singer and songwriter of “Palagi,” TJ Monterde, was pleasantly surprised by the tribute. He reposted the video on his personal X account, adding a shocked emoji.
TJ also commented on Taeyang’s photos from his Manila show, expressing his gratitude to the K-pop second generation star for singing his song.
TJ also commented on Taeyang’s photos from his Manila show, expressing his gratitude to the K-pop second generation star for singing his song.
“Thank you for singing ‘Palagi’! Love from the Philippines! 🇵🇭,” TJ said.
“Thank you for singing ‘Palagi’! Love from the Philippines! 🇵🇭,” TJ said.
Taeyang captioned his post from his Manila show with “Thank u Manila Love u palagi 💛.”
Taeyang captioned his post from his Manila show with “Thank u Manila Love u palagi 💛.”
Fans were deeply moved by his performance, with many expressing their appreciation online.
Fans were deeply moved by his performance, with many expressing their appreciation online.
“Same energy yung Palagi ni Taeyang at Pasilyo ni IU! Ibang level ang fan service!” a fan said on X.
“Same energy yung Palagi ni Taeyang at Pasilyo ni IU! Ibang level ang fan service!” a fan said on X.
Another one posted, “Gagi yung Palagi ni Taeyang. hahaha bakit naiyak ako nung pinakinggan ko ulit. Grabe eh..ang galing nya. Parang Pinoy na Pinoy sya. Wala bang full version nun Taeyang. Ang galing eh!”
Another one posted, “Gagi yung Palagi ni Taeyang. hahaha bakit naiyak ako nung pinakinggan ko ulit. Grabe eh..ang galing nya. Parang Pinoy na Pinoy sya. Wala bang full version nun Taeyang. Ang galing eh!”
Some speculated on why Taeyang chose “Palagi” as his surprise song.
Some speculated on why Taeyang chose “Palagi” as his surprise song.
“Feel ko na gustohan ni Taeyang ang Palagi kasi same meaning dun sa "Reason" na kanta niya para sa asawa niya. 🤍🤍,” one netizen guessed.
“Feel ko na gustohan ni Taeyang ang Palagi kasi same meaning dun sa "Reason" na kanta niya para sa asawa niya. 🤍🤍,” one netizen guessed.
This is not the first time a South Korean artist has covered “Palagi”. In 2024, singer-songwriter 10cm, also known as Kwon Jung-yeol, expressed interest in collaborating with Filipino artists, including TJ Monterde.
This is not the first time a South Korean artist has covered “Palagi”. In 2024, singer-songwriter 10cm, also known as Kwon Jung-yeol, expressed interest in collaborating with Filipino artists, including TJ Monterde.
“Among the well-known ones, there are artists like Zack Tabudlo and TJ Monterde. It seems like there are many aspects that resonate with me, and I feel the desire to try something together,” the South Korean singer said.
“Among the well-known ones, there are artists like Zack Tabudlo and TJ Monterde. It seems like there are many aspects that resonate with me, and I feel the desire to try something together,” the South Korean singer said.
He also praised Monterde’s style, saying, “I’d like to collaborate as soon as possible because he has a very professional and acoustic feel, and it seems like there are many aspects that resonate with me.”
He also praised Monterde’s style, saying, “I’d like to collaborate as soon as possible because he has a very professional and acoustic feel, and it seems like there are many aspects that resonate with me.”
During a media conference for his first Manila concert, 10cm shared how much he admired “Palagi.”
During a media conference for his first Manila concert, 10cm shared how much he admired “Palagi.”
“Unang-una dahil sobrang nagustuhan ko po yung kanta ni TJ na ‘Palagi’ na kinover ko rin po and maswerte na nag-connect kami and nag-contact kami to each other,” 10cm shared. (Firstly, because I really like TJ’s song “Palagi”, of which I did a cover. Luckily we made a connection and got in contact with each other.)
“Unang-una dahil sobrang nagustuhan ko po yung kanta ni TJ na ‘Palagi’ na kinover ko rin po and maswerte na nag-connect kami and nag-contact kami to each other,” 10cm shared. (Firstly, because I really like TJ’s song “Palagi”, of which I did a cover. Luckily we made a connection and got in contact with each other.)
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