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Revision as of 16:07, 17 May 2020
Lou Veloso | |
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| Member of the Manila City Council from the 6th district | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2019 | |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2013 | |
| In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 2004 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Luciano Mariaño Veloso January 7, 1950 Manila, Philippines |
| Citizenship | Filipino |
| Residence | Manila |
| Occupation | Actor, Politician |
Luciano Mariaño "Lou" Veloso (born January 7, 1950) is a Filipino actor, comedian, theater actor, musical theater director, movie director and politician. He is known for his supporting roles in over 30 popular comedy films, which include Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang (1985), Pulis Patola (1993), Ang Cute ng ina mo! (2007), and Desperadas 2 (2008).[1] As an actor, Veloso has also performed in movies such as "Kabayo Kids", released in 1990, in which he portrayed Loreiga, "Buddy en Sol (Sine Ito!)"(1992), and "M & M: The Incredible Twins"(1989).[2]
Early career
Veloso's first film was Working Girl by VIVA Entertainment in 1984 in which he played a security guard in a bank office. Veloso was also a TV host of AgriSiyete, which he replaced original host the comedian Bert Marcelo in 1996. He also appeared in a various educational programs are Batibot and K-High which he plays as a grandfather.
Senakulo Stage Play
He is also the founder and musical stage play director of Senakulo, a Holy Week Musical Stage Play was launched in 1979 which was traditionally held every Holy Week of every year.
Senakulo Stage Play recently celebrated their 40th anniversary with past and present cast members last April 2019 with founder himself Comedian actor & host Lou Veloso.
Politics
Veloso became a councilor of the 6th district of Manila in 1995 until 2013. He ran for vice mayor on the 2013 midterm elections under the Liberal Party (LP), with Alfredo Lim but lost. In 2019, he ran again as councilor under the Team Legacy ticket of PMP and won the sixth spot.
Filmography
Television
Film
| Year | Title | Character/Role |
| 2020 | D'Ninang | Lolo Medy |
| 2019 | Mina-Anud | Mario |
| 2017 | Woke Up Like This | Begger |
| 2016 | Seklusyon | Mang Sandoval |
| 2016 | Die Beautiful | Flora |
| 2015 | Da Dog Show | Sergio |
| 2015 | Kid Kulafu | Mang Polding |
| 2012 | El Presidente | Julián Felipe |
| 2012 | The Bourne Legacy | The Fisherman |
| 2008 | Desperadas 2 | |
| 2007 | Ang Cute Ng Ina Mo | |
| 1993 | Pulis Patola | |
| 1990 | Kabayo Kids | |
| 1985 | Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang | |
| 1984 | Working Girls | Security guard |
References
- ^ Inquirer.net. "Lou Veloso is on a roll". Archived from the original on 2 December 2009. Retrieved 23 July 2010.
- ^ Lou Veloso, people.theiapolis.com
- ^ "What's on TV?". Manila Standard. Standard Publishing, Inc. 4 February 1990. p. 17. Retrieved 16 January 2019.
External links
- Lou Veloso at IMDb
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