Local tinseltown is mourning the passing of one of its movie queens, Gloria Romero.
Romero, Gloria Anne Borrego Galla in real life, breathed her last Saturday, January 25.
She was 91.
Tita Glo, as she is fondly called in the biz, was survived by her only daughter, Maritess Gutierrez and her grandson, Chris.
Known in the community of artists as a stellar thespian in Philippine cinema, Tita Glo left a legacy of a professional and good looking actress.
Tita Glo's remains lie in state at the Arlington Memorial Chapels along Araneta Avenue in Quezon City.
Memories
Here are some of her colleagues memories of her:
Dulce, singer-actress: "It is with great sorrow that we mourn the passing of Gloria Romero, a true icon of Philippine cinema.
"Her grace, talent, and contrRejoice In Paradise Mommy Glo. I had the privilege of singing movie theme songs in the movies you were in, especially my favorite 'Ka0ag Langit ang Humatik” which starred Ms Vilma Santos, Richard Gomez and you in a very challenging role that is so totally different, very far from the real sweet and beautiful person that you are. We will miss you so much very much, Mommy Glo."
Famas, award-giving body: "May her soul rest in eternal peace."
Marie Cusi: "Rest in Peace and Prayers to you for the eternal repose of your soul, Ms GLORIA ROMERO.
"...your video interview telling all that 'Condemned" film with our National Artist, Ms. Nora Aunor is your fave film.
"Our deepest sympathies to your daughter, our dear Co-Paulinian (from St. Paul College), chef Maritess (Gutierrez) and your apo, Chris.
"Ms. Ronero on the FEAST DAY Of our DEAR ST PAUL (Saturday)."
Rey Bustria David, Masseur: "Ako po ay nakikiramay sa naiwang family ng Tita Gloria Romero Lola Barbie lalo na Kay Marites ls Gutierrez anak ng juancho Gutierrez at Tita Gloria Romero. Condolences Po sa inyo (I sympathize with the family of Tita Glo (Lola Barbie) especially to Maritess, the daughter of Tita Glo and Juancho Gutierrez)."
Vilma Santos-Recto: "Rest In Peace, Tita Glo!"
Aster Amoyo, entertainment columnist: "Eternal rest to the Movie Queen, a great actress, TV and movie icon, an idol, a dear friend and a kumare, GLORIA ROMERO. You will be remembered forever. Love you Mareng Glo."
Daisy Romualdez, actress: "To my Dearest Ateng .. I will miss you very much.. lumaki ako sa tabi mo (I grew up with you) because you treated me like your own sister .. I love you very much Ateng .. May you Rest in Peace . Thank you din sa pagmamahal mo sa akin (for your love) ..From your sister Daisy, Danita and Karl."
Rod Navarro, Jr., actor: "Rest in Peace, Tita Gloria! I'm sure Dad is there with your fellow departed veteran stars waving at you....."
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