President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Thursday joined the nation in mourning the death of National Artist for Film Nora Aunor, calling her a “consummate actress, singer and film producer.”
In a statement, Mr. Marcos offered his condolences to Aunor’s family, friends and the film industry, and urged the public to pray for the eternal repose of her soul.
“Her golden voice was a balm for all. Her genius was a gift to the Filipino nation,” President Marcos said.
Aunor, whose real name was Nora Cabaltera Villamayor, rose to stardom as a teenager and became one of the country’s most celebrated and beloved performers.
At 23, she began producing films that became part of the national heritage, including “Banaue,” “Bona” and “Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos.”
Her acclaimed performances in films such as “Himala,” “Thy Womb” and “The Flor Contemplacion Story” earned her numerous acting awards both local and internationally.
Aunor was named National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts in 2022 after years of critical acclaim and a career that spanned television, music, and cinema.