| Birth date | January 20, 1955 |
|---|---|
| Birth place | Manila, Philippines |
| Death date | February 4, 1992 (aged 37) |
| Death place | Quezon City, Philippines |
| Resting place | Loyola Memorial Park, Marikina, Metro Manila |
| Years active | 1964–1992 |
| Birth name | Julius Angel Abad Ilagan[1] |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Spouse | Hilda Koronel (m. 1973; separated) |
| Partner | Amy Austria (1983-1992) |
Julius Angel Abad Ilagan (January 20, 1955 – February 4, 1992) was a Filipino actor. He hosted Stop, Look and Listen and starred in My Son, My Son and Goin' Bananas, and starred and participated in a number of movies.
Born Julius Abad Ilagan on January 20, 1955, his good looks eventually made him a matinee idol, starring in the films Maruja (1967), Tubog Sa Ginto (1970), Pinoy Crazy Boys (1974), and Hinog Sa Pilit. And because the looks came with deep talent, Jay survived the transition from teen star to adult actor - winning a Gawad Urian Best Supporting Actor trophy in 1982 for the movie, Kisapmata, another Gawad Urian Best Actor in 1985 for his role in Sister Stella L., and 1988 FAMAS and Film Academy of the Philippines Best Actor for his acting in Maging Akin Ka Lamang.
His acting range was versatile as he has also appeared in a number of comedy movies and TV shows alongside critically acclaimed dramatic films.
Personal life
The son of Sampaguita star Corazon Noble and director Angel Esmeralda[2] started out as a child actor, originally using "Angel" as his screen name.
At the age of 18, he married actress Hilda Koronel, a protégé of director Lino Brocka. The couple kept their marriage private initially, but it later became public after their separation. During their relationship, they adopted children and had one biological daughter together.
In 1983, Ilagan began a relationship with actress Amy Austria. The two lived together from that year until Ilagan’s death on February 4, 1992.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1961 | Walang Duwag na Lalaki | ||
| 1963 | Callejon 11 | ||
| 1964 | Moro Witch Doctor | Mahmud | |
| 1970 | Santiago![3] | Danilo | |
| 1971 | Tubog sa Ginto | Santi | |
| 1973 | Carmela[4] | ||
| 1973 | Ato ti Bondying | Bondying | his 1st comedy movie |
| 1975 | Tatlo, Dalawa, Isa | Noni | |
| 1975 | Kaming Matatapang Ang Apog | ||
| 1975 | Fe, Esperanza, Caridad | Husband of Esperanza - 2nd Episode ("Esperanza") | |
| 1976 | Ligaw Tingin, Halik Hangin | ||
| 1976 | Daigdig ng Lagim | ||
| 1976 | Minsa'y Isang Gamu-gamo | Bonifacio Santos | |
| 1977 | Tisoy! | Boy | |
| 1979 | Sino'ng Pipigil sa Pagpatak ng Ulan | ||
| 1979 | Salawahan | ||
| 1979 | Coed | ||
| 1980 | Aguila[5] | Osman Águila | |
| 1980 | Kasal? | ||
| 1980 | Kakabakaba Ka Ba? | First collaboration with Mike de Leon. | |
| 1980 | Brutal | Tato | |
| 1981 | Pabling | ||
| 1981 | Kisapmata | Noel Manalansan | Second collaboration with Mike de Leon. |
| 1982 | Mga Hiwaga ng Pag-asa | ||
| 1983 | M.I.B.: Men In Brief | Anthony Phillips | |
| 1983 | Bad Bananas sa Puting Tabing | ||
| 1983 | Sana Bukas ang Kahapon | Ramon | |
| 1984 | Soltero[6] | Crispin Rodriguez | |
| 1984 | Sister Stella L. | Nick Fajardo | Third collaboration with Mike de Leon. |
| 1984 | Mga Batang Yagit | ||
| 1985 | Bituing Walang Ningning | Zosimo Blanco | |
| 1985 | Sa Totoo Lang | Ipe | His last comedy movie |
| 1986 | Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas | ||
| 1987 | Operation: Get Victor Corpuz, the Rebel Soldier[7] | ||
| 1987 | Maging Akin Ka Lamang[8] | Ernie Balboa | |
| 1988 | Paano Tatakasan ang Bukas | ||
| 1990 | Nagsimula sa Puso | Jim | |
| 1992 | Alyas Pogi 2 | Jimboy | Final film role |
Television
| Title | Year | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1977–1980 | Prinsipe Abante | GMA Network | |
| 1986–1991 | Goin' Bananas | Host | IBC ABS-CBN |
Death
On February 4, 1992, in Quezon City, Jay's motorcycle was hit from behind by a drunk driver who was arguing with his girlfriend which resulted in him being thrown off and falling head first. He died due to the severity of his injuries. He was not wearing a protective helmet. He was 37 years old.[9]
Ilagan is buried at Loyola Memorial Park beside mother Corazon Noble, Leslie Angel A. Ilagan and Lourdes S. de Asis.
References
- ^ "Gravetour - Jay Ilagan 1955-1992". YouTube. March 16, 2023. Archived May 19, 2023 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved March 16, 2023.
- ^ Quirino, Joe (1983). History of the Philippine cinema. Phoenix. p. 3. Retrieved 21 January 2019.
- ^ Vera, Noel (2005). Critic After Dark: A Review Of Philippine Cinema. Manila: BigO Books. ISBN 9789810531850. Archived 2024-12-03 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved 2019-12-13.
- ^ Review of Women's Studies. University Center for Women's Studies, University of the Philippines. 2000. Retrieved 21 January 2019.
- ^ Abellon, Bam V. (November 12, 2019). "The drama behind Aguila: Walkouts, diva turns and confrontation on the set of FPJ's best film". ANCX. Archived August 21, 2023 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved November 20, 2019.
- ^ Kawil Iv Tm' 2002 Ed. (in Tagalog). Rex Bookstore, Inc. p. 65. ISBN 9789712334757. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ Nash, Jay Robert (1997). The Motion Picture Guide 1988 Annual: The Films of 1987. Cinebooks. p. 214. ISBN 9780933997165. Retrieved 21 January 2019.
- ^ Asiaweek. Asiaweek Limited. 1987. p. 558. Retrieved 19 January 2019.
- ^ Francisco, Butch (1 November 2003). "REMEMBERING DEPARTED STARS". www.newsflash.org. Archived from the original on 10 January 2010. Retrieved 21 January 2019.
External links
- Jay Ilagan at IMDb