Ruel Vernal
Filipino actor (born 1946)
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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.[1][2][3][4]
September 8, 1946
Kevin Vernal
Ruel Vernal | |
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| Born | Norberto Paranada Venancio September 8, 1946 Manila, Philippines |
| Occupations | 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 |
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.
Political views
In 1986, Vernal campaigned for the reelection of president Ferdinand Marcos in the 1986 snap election.[5]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Asedillo | Abel |
| 1972 | Magiting at Pusakal | |
| 1974 | Ang Pinakamagandang Hayop sa Balat ng Lupa | |
| 1976 | Insiang | Dado |
| 1977 | Walang Katapusang Tag-Araw | Miroy |
| 1979 | Darna, Kuno...? | Spaceship alien |
| 1980 | Angela Markado | Oscar |
| 1981 | Karma | Limbo |
| 1982 | Cain and Abel | Jumbo |
| Roman Rapido | ||
| 1983 | Kapag Buhay ang Inutang | Bogart |
| 1984 | Ang Padrino | Pepeng Tambak |
| 1986 | Iyo ang Tondo, Kanya ang Cavite | David |
| Kamagong | Lorenzo Montero | |
| Muslim .357 | Bert | |
| Gabi Na, Kumander | Kumander Manalo | |
| Captain Barbell | ||
| Halimaw | Gorkrah | |
| 1987 | Kapitan Pablo: Cavite Killing Fields | Miguel |
| Feliciano Luces: Alyas Kumander Toothpick, Mindanao | ||
| Vigilante | Lt. Resty | |
| Boy Tornado | Kid Amante | |
| 1988 | Afuang: Bounty Hunter | Brother of Boy Paredes |
| Boy Negro | Pfc. Bermudez | |
| Kambal Na Kamao: Madugong Engkwentro | ||
| Ompong Galapong: May Ulo, Walang Tapon | ||
| She-Man: Mistress of the Universe | Kiss Manay | |
| Savage Justice | Sanchez | |
| Sgt. Victor Magno: Kumakasa Kahit Nag-iisa | ||
| 1989 | Eagle Squad | Gunrunner |
| Long Ranger & Tonton: Shooting Stars of the West | Djanggo | |
| Hindi Pahuhuli ng Buhay | Quintana | |
| SuperMouse and the Robo-Rats | Roborat | |
| Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin | Syndicate member | |
| Jones Bridge Massacre (Task Force Clabio) | ||
| 1990 | David Balondo ng Tondo | Lauro |
| Bad Boy | Boy Bayawak | |
| 1991 | Pretty Boy Hoodlum | Frankie |
| 1992 | Apoy sa Puso | Mildred's bodyguard |
| Dudurugin Kita ng Bala ko | Kadyo | |
| Amang Capulong: Anak ng Tondo 2 | Salasar | |
| Grease Gun Gang | Captain Laconico | |
| Pat. Omar Abdullah: Pulis Probinsya | Raul | |
| 1995 | Hindi Ka Diyos Para Santuhin | Chief of Police |
| Bangis | Ernie | |
| Enteng and the Shaolin Kid | Brando | |
| 1996 | Ober da Bakod 2 (Da Treasure Adbentyur) | Hannibal |
| Kristo | Peter | |
| Huling Sagupaan | Sgt. Morales | |
| Tolentino | Servando | |
| 1997 | Boy Chico: Hulihin si Ben Tumbling | Ruel |
| Super Ranger Kids | Satano | |
| 1998 | Buhawi Jack | Barok Head |
| Sige, Subukan Mo | Dormido | |
| 2001 | Masikip Na ang Mundo Mo, Labrador | Col. Barredo |
| 2003 | Utang ng Ama | Totoy Sungit |
Notable films
- 1978 - Juan Tapak
- 1979 - Roberta
- 1980 - Pompa
- 1982 - Brother Ben
- 1983 - Kapag Buhay Ang Inutang
- 1985 - Sa Dibdib ng Sierra Madre
- 1985 - Baun Gang
- 1985 - Calapan Jailbreak
- 1986 - Mabuhay Ka sa Baril
- 1986 - No Return, No Exchange
- 1988 - Alyas Boy Life
- 1989 - Moises Platon
- 1989 - Impaktita
- 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
- 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 - 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[6]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[7]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[8]
- 1983 - Red Horse Beer[9]
- 1988–1989 - Standard Electric Fan