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Introduced by SENATOR RAMON BONG REVILLA, JR.
RESOLUTION EXPRESSING PROFOUND SYMPATHY AND SINCERE CONDOLENCES OF THE SENATE OF THE PHILIPPINES ON THE DEATH OF EVANGELINE ROSE GIL EIGENMANN, VETERAN ACTRESS POPULARLY KNOWN AS CHERIE GIL 1
WHEREAS, the Senate of the Philippines has, on numerous occasions,
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recognized and honored distinguished Filipinos for their valuable contribution to and
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remarkable achievements in their respective fields, and for their positive influence in
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the development of our society;
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WHEREAS, Evangeline Rose Gil Eigenmann, more popularly known as "Cherie
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Gil", a seasoned and highly acclaimed Filipino film and television actress, passed away
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on the afternoon of August 7, 2022 at the age of 59;
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WHEREAS, Cherie Gil, born on May 12, 1963, started her acting career as a
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child performer at the age of 7. She eventually went on to establish herself as one the
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most sought-after actresses who starred in at least 109 films, television shows, and
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theater acts;
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WHEREAS, for her unparalleled versatility and showmanship in numerous
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performances especially in her antagonist roles, Gil earned the distinct recognition of
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being the ""La Primera Contravidd' in the Philippine entertainment industry;
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WHEREAS, known for her Impeccable and sophisticated style of acting, she
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portrayed various roles in several highly-acclaimed Filipino movies, such as ""Orof Plata,
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Matd’, "Manila By Night", and ""Bituing Walang Ninind', which are regarded as magna
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opera of the country's greatest filmmakers;