Junix Inocian
Junix Inocian | |
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| Born | Rufino Duran Inocian, Jr. March 17, 1951 Iligan City, Philippines |
| Died | June 13, 2015 (aged 64) London, United Kingdom |
| Alma mater | Silliman University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian |
Junix Inocian (born Rufino Duran Inocian, Jr.; March 17, 1951 – June 13, 2015) was a Filipino actor and comedian. He starred in various plays, such as Miss Saigon, Fiddler on the Roof, the film version of the Swedish crime novel Tatuerad Torso,[1][2] and Sinbad. On television, he was best known for the iconic role of "Kuya Mario" on the Children's educational TV program Batibot.[3]
Personal life
Inocian was born Rufino Duran Inocian, Jr. in
Later career
Inocian trained with Mary Hutchinson, an acting coach from Syracuse University, New York, and with Paul Palmore, an acting coach from the University of Michigan. Subsequent to his studies in the United States, Inocian joined Repertory Philippines, where he starred in at least 60 productions.[2]
Stage appearances
Inocian's stage appearances include leading roles in
Inocian joined the original cast of
Film and television
On television, Inocian appeared in various series, such as Sesame! (later retitled
Death
On June 13, 2015, Inocian was found dead by his associates at his flat in London, after failing to appear at a film shoot. As of 2015, the cause of his death has not been determined.[3][4]
Filmography
Television
- Sesame/Batibot as Kuya Mario
- A Dangerous Life
- PG: Parents Guide
- Sinbad
- Sic O'Clock News
- Arabian Nights (2000) as Hi-Ching
Film
- Hati Tayo sa Magdamag 1988) – Mr. Diwa
- Mortdecai (2015) – Fang Fat
Video games
References
- ^ Junix Inocian Celebrity and Photographer. SlashMaraud. Retrieved May 19, 2010.
- ^ a b c d e f Junix Inocian. Theatre Royal Drury Lane, 1995. Retrieved May 19, 2010.
- ^ a b "Acclaimed Filipino actor Junix Inocian passes away". ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. June 14, 2015. Retrieved June 14, 2015.
- ^ Llamas, Cora; Gadiz, Gibbs (June 14, 2015). "Junix Inocian, acclaimed actor on PH and London stages, dies at 64". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved June 14, 2015.
External links
- Junix Inocian at IMDb
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