Bentong (comedian)
Bentong | |
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Tabaco, Albay, Philippines | |
Died | February 9, 2019 Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines | (aged 55)
Nationality | Filipino |
Employer | ABS-CBN |
Spouse | Cecille Bernal |
Children | 4 |
Domingo Vusotros Brotamante Jr. (January 12, 1964 – February 9, 2019), better known as Bentong, was a Filipino comedian, actor, and television host.
Early life
Bentong was born in
Career
Bentong started his career in showbiz as a production assistant at ABS-CBN. One of his earlier film roles was as Hilary's driver in Home Along da Riles da Movie and since then made several cameos in other films.[2] His other roles in film was as Juanito in the 2002 film Jologs and Macoy in the 2014 horror anthology film Shake, Rattle & Roll XV.[2] He was also part of the cast of the 2008 film One Night Only.[3]
He also played roles in numerous
Bentong also made an appearance in an episode of GMA Network's Wagas which featured his love story with his spouse Cecille Bernal which also featured commentaries from himself and his wife.[2]
Personal life
Bentong was married to Cecille Bernal and had four children.
Death
Bentong suffered from a cardiac arrest on February 9, 2019, and was rushed to the Fairview General Hospital in Quezon City where he was declared dead on arrival.[1]
Filmography
Film
Year | Title | Role |
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2002 | Jologs | Juanito |
2009 | Nobody, Nobody But... Juan | Himself |
2014 | Shake, Rattle & Roll XV | Macoy |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Network |
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1999–2000 | Tarajing Potpot | Diego | ABS-CBN |
2002–2003 | Arriba, Arriba! | Steven | |
2005–2006 | Bora | Totong | |
2006–2007 | Aalog-Alog | Utoy | |
2012–2016 | Luv U | Mang Jules |
References
- ^ a b Orellana, Faye (February 9, 2019). "'Bentong' passes away at 55". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ a b c d e "Comedian Bentong dies at 55". Manila Times. February 10, 2019. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ a b c Gillet, Katy (February 10, 2019). "Filipino celebrities pay tribute to beloved comedian Bentong, who has died aged 55". The National. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ "Comedian Bentong dies at 55". Rappler. February 9, 2019. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
External links
- Bentong at IMDb