Eva Castillo
Filipino musician (1969–2022)
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Minerva “Eva” Castillo (December 29, 1969 – March 22, 2022[1]) was a Filipino singer.
December 29, 1969
Eva Castillo | |
|---|---|
| Born | Minerva Castillo December 29, 1969 |
| Origin | amateur singing contests |
| Died | March 22, 2022 (aged 52) Manila, Philippines |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Years active | 2009–2017 |
Biography
Early life
Minerva Castillo started singing at the age of nine. She endured a childhood of emotional and financial poverty.[2]
In her teenage years, Castillo used to compete in various amateur singing contests with Regine Velasquez. Castillo won over 300 trophies in these amateur singing contests.[3][4]
A singing contest in the 1980s known as Ang Bagong Kampeon stopped their competition.[5]
Rediscovery
At the Regine: Roots to Riches, GMA-7's special offering for Velasquez's birthday, Castillo was rediscovered. She recorded the theme song of the show Sine Novela: Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin.[6] Allan K. hired Eva to perform in his club, Klownz, on Quezon Avenue every Thursday night.[7] Castillo's life story was featured in SRO Cinemaserye, where Glaiza de Castro and Manilyn Reynes portrayed the adolescent and adult Castillo respectively. She also appeared on SOP Rules.[8][9]
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Mel & Joey | Herself | GMA Network | Guest |
| SOP | Guest Performer | |||
| Roots to Riches | Special Guest | |||
| 2010 | Diva | Sister Theresa | Guest | |
| 2017 | Tawag ng Tanghalan (season 1) | Herself | ABS-CBN | Contestant |
Recordings
| Title/Song | Album | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin | 2009 |