Veteran actress Anita Linda dies at 95
The actress' daughter Francesca Legaspi and director Adolf
Alix Jr confirm the news of her demise
Rappler.com
June 10, 2020
MANILA, Philippines – Veteran Actress Anita
Linda died early Wednesday morning, June 10. She was 95.
The Philippine Star reported that Anita's daughter Francesca
Legaspi confirmed this in a text message.
Adolf Alix Jr, who directed the actress in the movies Presa
and Circa, also confirmed the news.
"This is a very sad day for me. I am trembling as I am
gathering my thoughts. She is like my Lola and part of my family," Adolf
said.
"The great Anita Linda has passed away this morning at
6:15 am at 95. Prayers for her soul. My condolences to her family and her
children, Francesca Legaspi, and Fred Osburn," he added.
Born Alice
Lake on November 23,
1924, Anita Linda is considered as the country's oldest living actress. In
2019, the Film Development Council of the Philippines honored her during the
“Sandaan: Dunong ng Isang Ina” event, as part of the celebration of
the commemoration of the 100 years of Philippines Cinema.
The actress also won various awards, including Best Actress
at the Asia Pacific Film Festival Award in Taiwan for the movie Lola.
LINDA, Anita (Alic
Buenaflor Lake)
Born: 11/23/1924,
Pasay City,
Metro Manila,
Luzo, Phillipines
Died: 6/10/2020, Manila, Metro Manila,
Phillipines
Anita Linda’s
westerns – actress:
Cuadrade Jack – 1968
Mga dugong simaron – 1970
Omar Cassidy and the Sundalyas Kid - 1970
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