Lito Pimentel
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Lito Pimentel | |
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Born | Joselito Pimentel May 27, 1963 |
Nationality | Filipino |
Occupation(s) | Film and TV actor |
Years active | 1982–present |
Height | 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) |
Joselito Pimentel (born May 27, 1963), popularly known by his screen name Lito Pimentel, is a Filipino film and television actor in the Philippines. His uncle is the late game show host Pepe Pimentel.
Early life and career
Pimentel's career began in the early 1980s when talent manager and entertainment columnist Alfie Lorenzo discovered and added him to Lorenzo's stable of talents, The Liberty Boys.[1]
Pimentel appeared in movies such as Moral (1982) starring Lorna Tolentino, Broken Marriage (1983) starring Vilma Santos, Clarizza (1986) with Sarsi Emmanuelle, Lord, Bakit Ako Pa? (1988) starring Snooky Serna, and Lover's Delight (1990) with Alma Moreno and Joey Marquez.[1]
From being a character actor, Lito transitioned into TV hosting via the GMA Network noontime show "Lunch Date" in 1988. He won over a mass fan base with his comic timing and street-smart approach. In 1991, he left the show for another hosting gig in the Sunday game show Family Kuwarta o Kahon where he got to work with his uncle Pepe Pimentel.
He won the Best Supporting Actor Gawad Urian Award for the movie Kapag Napagod Ang Puso (1988).
Personal life
Pimentel is married to a businesswoman. In 2004, Pimentel was charged with frustrated parricide after allegedly stabbing his wife.[2][3]
Filmography
Television
Movies
- Hello, Love, Goodbye (2019)[13]
- Cry No Fear (2018)[14]
- Sin Island (2018)
- Can't Help Falling in Love (2017)
- Starting Over Again (2014)
- Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak (2014)
- The Reunion (2012 film)
- Rosario (2010)
- My Big Love (2008)
- You Are the One (film) (2006)
- All About Love (2006 film)
- Awaken (2005)
- Noon at Ngayon: Pagsasamang Kay Ganda (2003)
- Daddy O, Baby O (2000)
- Wanted Perfect Murder (1997)
- Kulayan Natin Ang Bukas (1997)
- Room For Rent (1997)
- Computer Kombat (1997)
- Calvento Files: The Movie (1997)
- Lahar (1996)
- Sa Ngalan Ng Pag-ibig (1995)
- Buddy en Sol: Praybeyt Depektibs (1992)
- Noel Juico: Batang Kriminal (1991)
- Lover's Delight (1990)
- Bala At Rosaryo (1990)
- Flavor Of The Month (1990)
- Huminga Ka Na Hangga't Gusto Mo (1989)
- Engkantadang Kangkarot And Her Magic Talong (1989)
- Lord, Bakit Ako Pa? (1988)
- Kapag Napagod Ang Puso (1988)
- Stupid Cupid (1988)
- Kalabaw Lang Ang Tumatanda (1987)
- Tagos Ng Dugo (1987)
- Gabi Na, Kumander (1986)
- Pipo Power (1986)
- Clarizza (1986)
- Climax (1985)
- Miguelito: Batang Rebelde (1985)
- Mga Paru-parong Buking (1985)
- Sanay (1985)
- Makakating Hayop (1984)
- Bigats (1984)
- Mga Ibong Pipit (1984)
- The Punks (1984)
- Sex Education (1984)
- Uhaw Sa Pag-ibig (1984)
- Erpat Kong Forgets (1984)
- Broken Marriage (1983)
- Summer Holiday (1983)
- Moral (1982)
- Hindi Kita Malimot (1982)
- Dormitoryo, Buhay Estudyante (1982)
- Schoolgirls (1982)
References
- ^ a b Mendoza, Ruel J. (February 11, 2018). "Liberty Boys wax nostalgic at reunion dinner". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Franche-Borja, Doris (February 17, 2004). "Aktor kinasuhan ng frustrated parracide sa QCPO". The Philippine Star. PhilStar Global. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Calumpita, Ronnie E. (October 28, 2004). "Lito Pimentel faces frustrated parricide for stabbing wife". The Manila Times. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Olea, Jerry; Rula, Georgy; Ferrer, Noel (March 29, 2020). "Sam Milby may mensahe sa mga nag-alalang baka may COVID-19 siya". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Bardinas, Mary Ann (February 11, 2020). "7 gripping, intense scenes people are talking about on A Soldier's Heart". ABS-CBN Entertainment. ABS-CBN Corporation. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Baldono, Krista (March 25, 2019). "Behind-The-Scenes: Pasilip sa kaganapan sa #LBBomba". ABS-CBN Entertainment. ABS-CBN Corporation. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ "Mona prepares for the big switch with Lisa in 'Sana Dalawa Ang Puso'". ABS-CBN Entertainment. ABS-CBN Corporation. March 21, 2020. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ "Aljur: Fresh start good for me". Tempo. January 14, 2018. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ "'Tubig at Langis' tests limits of marriage". The Philippine Star. January 29, 2016. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Red, Isah (March 11, 2015). "Two brothers, one woman in 'Bridges of Love'". Manila Standard. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ "ABS-CBN'S "Be Careful With My Heart" continues to dominate daytime TV…". Philippine Canadian Inquirer. May 14, 2014. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ "Anne, Robin in action-packed 'Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw' trailer". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Corporation. January 4, 2013. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Hawson, Fred (August 2, 2019). "Movie review: 'Hello, Love, Goodbye' is more than a love story". ABS-CBN News. ABS-CBN Corporation. Retrieved June 28, 2020.
- ^ Red, Isah (June 26, 2018). "Viva's suspense thriller in cinemas". Manila Standard. Retrieved June 28, 2020.