Cherie Gil
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About
Actress from the Philippines best known for her award-winning roles in films like 2000's Sugatang Puso. She was a multiple-time winner of the Best Supporting Actress award at the Metro Manila Film Festival, winning the award in 1985, 1989, and 2000. She died after a battle with cancer at the age of 59.
Before Fame
She made her film debut as Bruka in the film Mo Neuih in 1970.
Trivia
She was vacationing with her family in Thailand when the country was hit by the deadly tsunami of 2004. She later performed at a benefit for victims of the tragedy.
Family Life
She comes from a family of actors including mother Rosemarie Gil and brother Michael de Mesa.
Associated With
She was longtime best friends with fellow actress Sharon Cuneta.
