| Ruel Vernal | |
|---|---|
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| Born | Norberto Paranada Venancio (1946-09-08) September 8, 1946 (age 78) Manila, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino-American |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, brand ambassador |
| Years active | 1971-2005 |
| Children | Mark Vernal Kevin Vernal |
| Awards | Metro Manila Film Festival Best Supporting Actor 1976 Insiang Gawad Urian Award Best Supporting Actor 1977 Insiang |
Ruel Vernal (born Norberto Paranada Venancio; September 8, 1946) is a Filipino-American actor. He was known for portraying villain and lead roles in many famous Philippine films. He was also known as the first endorser of Red Horse Beer.
Biography
Ruel Vernal was born on September 8, 1946, in Manila, Philippines. His biological father was an American service member of the U.S. Navy who was stationed at Subic Naval Base, whom he never met. His stepfather was Filipino Antonio Venancio (1901-1985), and his mother was Filipina Rosalina Paranada Venancio (1918-1981), both from San Marcelino, Zambales, Philippines. He also has children who were also actors, Mark Vernal and Kevin Vernal.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Film Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Utang ng Ama | Totoy Sungit | Maverick Films |
| 2001 | Masikip na ang Mundo Mo, Labrador | Col. Barredo | Regal Films |
| 1998 | Sige, Subukan Mo | Dormido | Regal Films |
| Buhawi Jack | Barok Head | Regal Films | |
| 1997 | Super Ranger Kids | Satano | Regal Films |
| Boy Chico: Hulihin si Ben Tumbling | Ruel | VIVA Films | |
| 1996 | Tolentino | Servando | Regal Films |
| Ober Da Bakod 2 | Hannibal | VIVA Films | |
| Enteng and the Shaolin Kid | Brando | M-Zet Productions | |
| Huling Sagupaan | Sgt. Morales | Regal Films | |
| Bangis | Ernie | Regal Films | |
| 1995 | Hindi Ka Diyos Para Santuhin | Chief of Police | Eastern Films |
| 1992 | Pat. Omar Abdullah: Pulis Probinsya | Raul | Moviestars Production |
| Grease Gun Gang | Captain Laconico | VIVA Films | |
| Amang Capulong: Anak ng Tondo 2 | Salasar | Four N Films | |
| Dudurugin Kita ng Bala ko | Kadyo | Regal Films | |
| Apoy sa Puso | Mildred's Bodyguard | VIVA Films | |
| 1991 | Pretty Boy Hoodlum | Frankie | Regal Films |
| 1990 | Bad Boy | Boy Bayawak | VIVA Films |
| David Balondo ng Tondo | Lauro | Four-N Films | |
| 1989 | Jones Bridge Massacre (Task Force Clabio) | Cine Suerte | |
| Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin | Syndicate member | Regal Films | |
| SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats | Roborat | Mother Studio Films | |
| Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay | Quintana | VIVA Films | |
| Long Ranger and Tonton (Shooting Stars of the West) | DJanggo | Regal Films | |
| Eagle Squad | Gunrunner | VIVA Films | |
| 1988 | She-Man: Mistress of the Universe | Kiss Manay | VIVA Films |
| Ompong Galapong: May Ulo, Walang Tapon | Horizon Films | ||
| Boy Negro | Pfc. Bermudez | VIVA Films | |
| Afuang: Bounty Hunter | Brother of Boy Paredes | VIVA Films | |
| 1987 | Boy Tornado | Kid Amante | RNB Films |
| Kapitan Pablo | Miguel | RNB Films | |
| 1984 | Ang Padrino | Pepeng tambak | FPJ Production |
| 1983 | Kapag Buhay ang Inutang | Bogart | Cine Suerte |
| 1977 | Walang Katapusang Tag-Araw | Miroy | Lea Productions |
Notable films
- 1971 - Asedillo
- 1974 - Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa
- 1976 - Insiang
- 1978 - Juan Tapak
- 1979 - Roberta
- 1980 - Pompa
- 1980 - Angela Markado
- 1982 - Brother Ben
- 1982 - Cain and Abel
- 1983 - Roman Rapido
- 1983 - Kapag Buhay Ang Inutang
- 1985 - Sa Dibdib ng Sierra Madre
- 1985 - Baun Gang
- 1985 - Calapan Jailbreak
- 1986 - Iyo ang Tondo Kanya ang Cavite
- 1986 - Mabuhay Ka Sa Baril
- 1986 - Muslim .357
- 1986 - No Return, No Exchange
- 1986 - Kamagong
- 1986 - Halimaw
- 1986 - Kapitan Pablo: Cavite's Killing Fields
- 1986 - Captain Barbell
- 1986 - Gabi Na, Kumander
- 1987 - Vigilante
- 1987 - Boy Tornado
- 1988 - Kumakasa, Kahit Nag-iisa
- 1988 - Boy Negro
- 1988 - Ompong Galapong: May Ulo, Walang Tapon
- 1988 - Sheman: Mistress of the Universe
- 1988 - Savage Justice
- 1988 - Alyas Boy Life
- 1988 - Eagle Squad
- 1989 - Long Ranger and Tonton
- 1989 - Moises Platon
- 1989 - Impaktita
- 1989 - Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay
- 1989 - Uzi Brothers
- 1989 - Joe Pring: Manila Police Homicide
- 1990 - Sgt. Clarin
- 1990 - Bad Boy
- 1990 - Apo, Kingpin ng Maynila
- 1990 - May Isang Tsuper ng Taxi
- 1991 - Dudurugin Kita ng Bala Ko
- 1991 - Noel Juico 16, Batang Kriminal
- 1991 - Pretty Boy Hoodlum
- 1992 - Grease Gun Gang
- 1992 - Dito Sa Pitong Gatang
- 1992 - Pat. Omar Abdullah: Pulis Probinsiya
- 1993 - Enteng Manok, Tari Ng Quiapo
- 1993 - Masahol Pa Sa Hayop
- 1994 - Hindi Pa Tapos Ang Laban
- 1994 - Chinatown 2: The Vigilantes
- 1995 - Alfredo Lim, Batas Ng Maynila
- 1996 - Kristo
- 1996 - Hagedorn
- 1996 - Sandata
- 1998 - Buhawi Jack
- 1999 - Black Gun Team
- 2001 - Oras Na Para Lumaban
- 2001 - Masikip Na Ang Mundo Mo
- 2001 - Eksperto: Ako Ang Huhusga
- 2003 - Dayo
Television endorsements
- 1982 - Red Horse Beer
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer
- 1988-1989 - Standard Electric Fan
References
- "Lino Brocka's pieces that made the society whole". GMA News.
- "Showbiz as a Family Affair".
- "Ruel VERNAL - Festival de Cannes 2017". Festival de Cannes 2017.
- "Rewind Star For All Seasons". Star For All Seasons 2013.
- "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 1982". YouTube.
- "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 1983". YouTube.
- "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 2 1983". YouTube.
- "Red Horse (Kaya Natin To)! TVC 1980's". YouTube.
External links
- Ruel Vernal at IMDb