Boots Anson-Roa

In this Philippine name for married women, the birth middle name or maternal family name is Cristobal, the birth surname or paternal family name is Anson, and the marital name is Rodrigo.

Boots Anson-Rodrigo
Born	María Elisa Cristóbal Anson-Rodrigo (1947-01-30) January 30, 1947 Manila, Commonwealth of the Philippines
Nationality	Filipino
Occupation(s)	Actress, host, columnist, editor, lecturer
Years active	1962–present
Spouse(s)	Pedro "Pete" Roa ​ ​ (m. 1964; wid. 2007)​ Francisco "King" Rodrigo Jr. ​ ​ (m. 2014)​
Children	4
Parent(s)	Oscar Moreno (father) Belen Cristobal (mother)
Relatives	Alvin Anson (brother)

María Elisa Cristóbal Anson-Rodrigo (née Anson, born January 30, 1947), known as Boots Anson-Rodrigo, is a Filipino actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer.

Early life

Anson-Roa, a Bicolana, is the eldest daughter of post-war matinee idol Oscar Moreno, then known as the Robert Taylor of the Philippines, and Belen Cristobal, a descendant of Epifanio de los Santos. She finished her primary and secondary education at the posh Assumption Convent, Manila.

Personal life

Anson-Roa was married to Pedro "Pete" Roa, her co-host in the series Dance-o-Rama from 1964 until his death in 2007. The couple had four children and nine grandchildren.

On November 30, 2013, she was engaged to lawyer Francisco Rodrigo Jr., son of Senator Francisco Soc Rodrigo. They married on June 14, 2014.

Educational background

• A.B. Speech and Drama: University of the Philippines, 1960–1964 (thesis incomplete)
• Basic Journalism: Georgetown University, Washington D.C. – 1983
• Public and Media Relations: Georgetown University, Washington D.C. – 1984
• Television Production: Media General Cable Network, Virginia – 1993

Acting career

Anson-Roa began acting in 1968, appearing opposite prestigious names of her generation like Dante Rivero, Joseph Estrada and Fernando Poe Jr. under Sampaguita Pictures and with the legendary caviteño Ramon Revilla Sr. She was given Lifetime Achievement awards by FAMAS and Star Awards, for all her contributions to the media industry.

Awards, honors and distinctions received

• Outstanding Movie Personality: PMPC – 1979
• FAMAS Award for Uplifting the Movie Industry: FAMAS Awards – 1976
• Best Emcee ALIW Awards: – 1979–1981
• Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service Award: TOWNS Foundation – 1974
• Gintong Ina Awardee: Guillermo Mendoza Foundation – 1994
• Outstanding Parents of the Year: Gintong Ina Foundation – 1994-1998
• Women Who Make a Difference: Soroptimist International – 1995
• Outstanding Women in Media: Philippine Women's University – 1995
• Outstanding Media Practitioner: Eastern Telecommunications – 1997
• Outstanding Alumna: University of the Philippines – June 2000
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Star Awards for Movies – March 2001
• Lifetime Achievement Award: FAMAS Awards – March 2003
• Best TV Actress (MMK:Kamison – 22nd Golden Dove Awards – 2014
• Outstanding Manilan Award – 2017

Professional activities

Membership in professional organizations

• Member, Board: Balikatan sa Kaunlaran – 1997–present
• Vice-Chairman for Television: Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas, Metro Manila Chapter – 1998–present
• Chairman: Friends of PHSA (Philippine High School for the Arts, CCP) – 1995–present
• Vice-Chairman: National Commission for Culture and the Arts – Film Committee
• Director: U.P. Arts and Letters Alumni Foundation – 1995
• Trustee: MOWELFUND – 1994–present

Publications

• Columnist/ Feature Writer: Manila–U.S. Mail – 1992–1993
• Editor-in-Chief: Balikatan Herald – 1994
• Columnist: Isyu (broadsheet) – 1998
• Contributor: Philippine Daily Inquirer – 1995–present

Workshops/ seminars/ lectures conducted

• Lecturer/Trainer on Media, Communications, Culture, Performing Arts, Public and Human Relations, Women, Family and Values

Conference/ conventions

• RP-China Film Exchange Program: Beijing, China – March 2002
• 20th UNESCO International Media Conference: UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France – March 1999
• International Congress on Communications: Mariapolis Center, Rome, Italy – June 2000

Community involvement

• Public Relations Officer: Assumption Alumnae – 1987–1993
• Governor: Philippine National Red Cross – 1980–1982
• Director/ PRO: U.P.-PGH Medical Foundation – 1979–1981
• Director/ Board Member: National Commission on the Rehabilitation of the Disabled – 1979
• Director/ Resource Person: Philippine Mental Health Association, Quezon City Chapter – 1979–1980
• Benefactor/ Advisor: DARE (Anti-Drug Foundation)
• Adviser: Philippine Association for the Deaf – 1977–1982

Civil service

Anson-Roa ran for a seat in the Senate of the Philippines in 2004 under the Koalisyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino (KNP). She has held a variety of positions, including Executive Director of MOWELFUND, Inc;

Filmography

Film

• Siete Dolores (1968)
• Ang Kawatan (1969)
• Adriana (1969)
• Rowena (1969) Sonya
• Si Darna at ang Planetman (1969) Cynthia
• Wanted: Perfect Mother (1970)
• Santiago! (1970) Rowena
• "Ang Uliran: Imelda" (1970)
• I Love Mama, I Love Papa (1971)
• The Wonderful World of Music (1971)
• Living Doll (1971)
• Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria (1971)
• Liezl at Ang 7 Hoods (1971)
• El Vibora (1972) Cecilia
• Tatay Na Si Erap (1972)
• Santo Domingo (1972)
• Villa Miranda (1972)
• Ang Agila At Ang Araw (1973)
• Zoom, Zoom, Superman! (1973) Superman's Creator
• Tanikalang Dugo (1973)
• Ander Di Saya Si Erap (1973)
• James Wong (1973)
• Paruparong Itim (1973)
• May Isang Tsuper ng Taksi (1974)
• Dalawa Ang Nagdalantao Sa Akin (1974)
• Bawal: Asawa Mo, Asawa Ko (1974)
• Sumigaw Ka Hanggang Ibig Mo! (1974)
• Lulubog Lilitaw Sa Ilalim Ng Tulay (1974) Sister Elisa
• Ang Manika Ay Takot sa Krus (1975)
• Pagsapit ng Dilim (1975)
• Anak ng Araw (1975)
• Anino ng Araw (1975)
• Saan Ka Pupunta Ms. Lutgarda Nicolas? (1975) Lutgarda Nicolas
• Ang Pag-Ibig Ko'y Huwag Mong Sukatin (1975)
• Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak (1975)
• Isang Gabi, Tatlong Babae (1975)
• Isinumpa (1975)
• Postcards From China (1975)
• The Goodfather (1975)
• Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson Sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin (1976) Rosa Henson Averion
• Tatlong Kasalanan (1976)
• Daigdig ng Lagim (1976)
• Hubad na Bayani (1977)
• Hatiin Natin ang Gabi (1978)
• Malabanan: Kilabot Hunter ng Cavite (1978)
• Mga Mata ni Angelita (1978) Mother Superior
• Camerino (1978)
• Hermano Puli (1979)
• Warrant of Arrest (1979)
• Tonyong Bayawak (1979)
• Angelita... Ako ang Iyong Ina (1980) Mother Superior
• Hiwaga (1980)
• Tembong (1980)
• P.S. I Love You (1981) Isabel
• Jack en Jill Sa Amerika (1988)
• Doring Dorobo (1993)
• The Myrna Diones Story: Lord, Have Mercy! (1993)
• Kadenang Bulaklak (1993) Mrs. Hidalgo
• May Minamahal (1993) Becky
• Mayor Cesar Climaco (1994) Julia Floreta-Climaco
• Bawal na Gamot (1994)
• Grepor Butch Belgica Story (1994)
• The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me? (1994)
• The Anabelle Huggins Story – Ruben Ablaza Tragedy: Mea Culpa (1995)
• Kahit Harangan ng Bala (1995) Aling Cedes
• The Lilian Velez Story: Till Death Do Us Part (1995)
• Mangarap Ka (1995) Belen
• Kay Pait ng Bukas (1996)
• Ama, Ina, Anak (1996) Cita Nolasco
• Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos 2 (1997)
• Nagmumurang Kamatis (1997)
• Flames: The Movie (1997) Amparo (segment "Pangako")
• May Isang Pamilya (1999) Isabel
• Hinahanap-Hanap Kita (1999) Mrs. Matias
• Ganito Ako Magmahal (1999)
• Kapalit? (2002)
• Mano Po (2002) Elisa Go
• The Cory Quirino Kidnap: NBI Files (2003)
• Bridal Shower (2004) Doña Vergie
• Mano Po III: My Love (2004) Maria
• Ilusyon (2005) Doktor
• Ang Anak ni Brocka (2005)
• Pepot Artista (2005) Richter
• Blue Moon (2005) Cora
• Ang Huling Araw ng Linggo (2006) Aling Tess (segment "Martes")
• White Lady (2006) Lola Tasya
• Sukob (2006) Tessie
• Rekados (2006) Josefina
• Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di (2006) Ama
• Angels (2007) Lola Conching (segment "Angel of Love")
• Shake, Rattle & Roll 9 (2007) Lola Susana (segment "Christmas Tree")
• When Love Begins (2008) Marietta Caballero
• Caregiver (2008) Marissa Gonzales
• One True Love (2008) Lola
• Lovebirds (2008)
• Tutok (2009) Lydia
• Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love (2009) Jin Feng
• Till My Heartaches End (2010) Tita Baby
• Ang Babae Sa Sementeryo (2010) Sister Sol
• Ika-Sampu (2010) Mrs. Amada dela Vega
• Shake, Rattle & Roll 13 (2011) Marites
• My House Husband: Ikaw Na! (2011) Lilia
• Unfriend (2014) Grandma Ester
• Third Eye (2014) Gloria

Television

Year	Title	Role	Network	Type of Role
2019	Hanggang sa Dulo ng Buhay Ko	Adora "Abuela" Divinagracia	GMA Network	Supporting role / Anti-hero
2017	Destined to be Yours	Helen Rosales		Supporting role / Protagonist
2015	Walang Iwanan	Ina	ABS-CBN	Special participation
	Princess in the Palace	Doña Victorina Jacinto	GMA Network	Supporting role / Anti-hero
	Sabado Badoo	Herself		Cameo Footage Featured
	LolaBasyang.com	Lola B	TV5	Narrator
	Baker King	Lee Hye Yeong
2014	Strawberry Lane	Stella Tolentino	GMA Network	Special participation / Anti-hero
	Rhodora X	Amparo "Panchang" Sales
2013	Misibis Bay	Delia Ramirez	TV5
	Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kamison	Tessa	ABS-CBN	Episode guest
2012	Aso ni San Roque	Doña Constancia "Connie" Aragon	GMA Network	Supporting role / Antagonist
	Maalaala Mo Kaya	Rose	ABS-CBN	Episode guest
	Luna Blanca	Donya Priscilla	GMA Network
	My Beloved	Old Sharina
2011	Munting Heredera	Ingrid Spencer-Lobregat		Supporting role
	Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin	Remedios "Elena" Sebastiano	ABS-CBN	Supporting role / Antagonist
2009	May Bukas Pa	Esmeralda
2007	Pangarap na Bituin	Perla Ledesma
	Kokey	Doña Ingrid Allegre
2006	Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko	Aswang
	Pinoy Dream Academy	Herself/Media Ethics Teacher
2005	Magpakailanman		GMA Network	Episode guest
	Sugo	Adela
2004	Love to Love: Sweet Exchange			Episode guest
2002	Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw	Felisa
2001	Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan	Corazon Montenegro	ABS-CBN
2000	Alas Dose sa Trese	Herself	IBC	Host
	Sharing in the City		RPN
1999	Maalaala Mo Kaya: Lollipop		ABS-CBN	Episode guest
1995	World Youth Day 1995 The Pope in Manila	Herself	GMA Network	Host
1993	Da Look-A-Layks: Pinabiyak Na Bunga
1993-1995	Ako....Babae		RPN
1993-1994	GMA Telecine Specials		GMA Network
1983	Lovingly Yours, Helen	Herself		Host
1975	Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko	Herself		Host
1975-1979	Seeing Stars With Joe Quirino	Herself	IBC	Guest co-host
1970-1972	Elisa		ABS-CBN
1966-1969	Sunday Sweet Sunday
1962-1972	Dance-O-Rama	Herself	ABC
1962-1967	Two for the Road		ABS-CBN

Radio shows

• Boots Talk (DZMM)
• Music and Memories (DZMM)

Endorsements

• United Home
• Master Sardines
• Grow Growing Up Milk

External links

• Boots Anson-Roa's website
• Boots Anson-Roa at IMDb