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Bernard Bonnin (September 8, 1938 – November 21, 2009) was a Filipino actor.[1]
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Early life
[edit]He was born on September 8, 1938, to parents Juan S. Bonnin, a pure Spaniard from Palma de Mallorca, and Lina Zayco, a native of Himamaylan, Negros Occidental. He moved to Manila at the age of 14 to complete his secondary education in San Beda.[2]
Career
[edit]He rose to fame with the 1965 movie, Palos. In 2008, ABS-CBN remade Palos into a teleserye starring Jake Cuenca, with Bonnin returning in a supporting role. Bonnin appeared in over 100 films, including Gagamba, Ako ang Lalagot sa Hininga Mo, Code Name: Bomba, Target: Captain Karate. His first film was Ay Pepita.
In This Action Movie Villain Role of Ako ang Tatapos sa Araw mo (1989), Ibabaon Kita sa Lupa (1990), Dudurugin Kita ng Bala ko (1992), Nandito Ako (1994), and Duwelo (1996).
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]- Walang Takot (1958)
- Anak ni Waray (1958)
- Kung Ako'y Mahal Mo - Virgilio (1960)
- Sandata at Pangako (1961)
- Alyas Palos - Palos (1961)
- Kambal Na Baril (1962)
- Jam Session - Dondoy (1962)
- Bakas ng Gagamba - Gagamba (1962)
- Dapit-Hapon: Oras ng Pagtutuos (1963)
- Kilabot Maghiganti (1963)
- Palos Kontra Gagamba (1963)
- Carioca (1963)
- Ang Mga Lawin (1963)
- Dakpin si Pedro Navarro! (1963)
- Ikaw Ako Ngayon Bukas (1963)
- Ang Lihim ni Gagamba (1964)
- 3 Musketeras (1964)
- Walang Duwag Na Bisaya (1965)
- Sandalyas ni Zafira (1965)
- Oro Blanco (1965)
- Doble 45 (1965)
- Tagisan ng Mga Agimat (1965)
- Batas ng .45 (1965)
- Lambat - Agent 707 (1965)
- La Sombra (1965)
- Pedrong Hunyango (1965)
- Karate sa Karate (1965)
- Doble Talim (1965)
- Wanted: Johnny L (1966)
- Palos: Counterspy (1966) - Palos
- Philcag in Vietnam (1967)
- Target Captain Karate (1968)
- Palos Strikes Again (1968)
- Bart Salamanca (1968)
- Gagamba at si Scorpio (1969) - Gagamba
- The Arizona Kid (1970)
- Women in Cages (1971) - Acosta
- Tatlong Patak ng Dugo ni Adan (1980)
- Alyas Palos II (1982) - Palos
- Buy One, Take One (1988)
- Ako ang Tatapos sa Araw Mo! (1989) - Martin
- Ibabaon Kita sa Lupa (1990) - Mayor Roman Romualdez
- Apoy sa Lupang Hinirang (1990)
- Hanggang Kailan Kita Papatay (1990) - Garrido Iglesia
- Alyas Pogi: Birador ng Nueva Ecija (1990) - Don Pepe
- Alyas Pogi 2 (1992) - Don Pepe
- Alyas Hunyango (1992) - Acosta
- Dudurugin Kita ng Bala Ko (1992) - Victor Riduque
- Big Boy Bato: Kilabot ng Kankaloo (1992) - Big Daddy
- Nandito Ako (1994) - Don Rodrigo Braganza
- Ikaw Pa ... Eh Love Kita (1995) - Major Morales
- Seth Corteza (1996)
- Duwelo (1996) - Eduardo Roldan
- Alamid: Ang Alamat (1998)
- Code Name: Bomba (1998) - Congressman Bambino
- Moises Archangel 2: Tapusin Natin ang Labanan (1998)
- Ako ang Lalagot sa Hininga Mo (1999)
- Masikip sa Dibdib (2004)
Television
[edit]- Palos - Vittorio Canavaro aka Ninong (2008)
Death
[edit]Bonnin died at the age of 71 on November 21, 2009, at the Philippine Heart Center in Quezon City following multiple organ failure due to diabetes. He is buried at the Heritage Memorial Park in Taguig.[3]
References
[edit]- ^ Bernard Bonnin at IMDb
- ^ http://www.asianjournalusa.com/default.asp?sourceid=&smenu=157&twindow=Default&mad=No&sdetail=7708&wpage=1&skeyword=&sidate=&ccat=&ccatm=&restate=&restatus=&reoption=&retype=&repmin=&repmax=&rebed=&rebath=&subname=&pform=&sc=1028&hn=asianjournalusa&he=.com[permanent dead link]
- ^ Actor Bernard Bonnin dies at 71 - inquirer.net Archived November 26, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
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Bernard Bonnin
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Early life
Family background
Bernard Bonnin was born on September 8, 1939, in Himamaylan, Negros Occidental, Philippines. He was the seventh of eight children born to Juan Bonnin and Lina Zayco, the latter a native of Himamaylan.[1] Bonnin's father was a Spaniard, contributing to the actor's Spanish-Filipino heritage, while his mother's local roots grounded the family in the cultural traditions of Negros Occidental. The family resided in the rural setting of the province, where Bonnin spent his early childhood amid a large household typical of mid-20th-century Filipino provincial life.[1][6]Education and early interests
Bonnin relocated to Manila from his hometown in Negros Occidental at the age of 14 to attend high school at San Beda College.[6] Bonnin initially aspired to become a pilot. He studied public speaking and radio announcing at the Manila Speech Clinic.[1] During his high school years, he excelled academically and athletically, emerging as an all-around athlete known for his speed in track events, where he was the fastest runner on the San Beda team.[6] His physical build, including compact lower legs reminiscent of a racehorse, contributed to his prowess in sprinting and other sports.[6] Additionally, Bonnin participated in varsity basketball and baseball, representing San Beda in NCAA competitions and gaining recognition as a standout player.[7] Bonnin's striking good looks and athletic prominence during his school years drew early attention from the entertainment world. At around age 14, while still a high school student, he was discovered by TV personality Archie "Boy" Lacson and couturier Tommy Abeto, who introduced him to film producers.[6] This exposure led to auditions at major studios, marking his initial foray into acting before completing his secondary education.[6][8]Personal life
Marriage and children
Bernard Bonnin married Elvira "Elvie" Gonzales, a former model and 1965 Miss Press Photography winner, in the late 1960s after meeting in the Philippine entertainment industry.[1][9] Their union produced two children who followed in their parents' footsteps within show business. The couple later divorced when the children were young, after which Elvie remarried in 1972 and retired from acting to focus on family.[1][9] The couple's eldest child from the marriage was son Richard Bonnin, born on June 5, 1970, who pursued a brief acting career in the 1980s and 1990s before relocating to the United States with his family.[1][10] Their daughter, Charlene Gonzales (full name Charlene Mae Gonzales Bonnin), was born on May 1, 1974; she became a prominent actress and beauty queen, representing the Philippines at the 1994 Miss Universe pageant where she placed in the top six, and later married actor Aga Muhlach in 2001.[1] Bonnin fathered three additional children from other relationships—a son, Gabriel Bernard Bonnin-Llora, with actress Lourdes Medel and two with his later non-showbiz wife, Digna—bringing his total offspring to five, though details on the latter remain private (note: some sources report three children with Digna).[1][11] Despite the divorce, the entertainment industry ties persisted through the family, with nephew J.C. Bonnin—son of Bernard's brother—emerging as a child actor in films like Bagets (1984) before becoming a pastor.[12]Interests outside acting
Bonnin harbored a lifelong passion for sports, stemming from his days as an NCAA baseball player at San Beda College, where his athletic build and agility were notable. This background not only shaped his public persona but also enhanced his appeal as the "pretty boy" of 1960s Philippine cinema, enabling him to embody dynamic, physically demanding characters with authenticity.[7] Prior to entering show business, Bonnin aspired to become a pilot, reflecting an early interest in aviation that extended beyond his acting pursuits. He pursued training in public speaking and radio announcing at the Manila Speech Clinic to hone skills potentially useful in that field, underscoring his multifaceted ambitions.[1]Acting career
Rise to prominence
Bernard Bonnin entered the Philippine film industry in 1958 as a contract star with LVN Pictures, making his debut in the comedy Ay Pepita!, directed by Susana C. de Guzman.[1][5] His athletic background in basketball from his days at San Beda College aided his transition into roles requiring physical prowess.[1] The following year, he secured his first leading role in Sparring Partner (1959), a youth-oriented drama directed by Artemio Marquez, where he starred alongside fellow LVN teen idols Lou Salvador Jr. and Marita Zobel.[1] Bonnin's breakthrough came in 1961 with Alyas Palos, directed by Tony Santos Sr., where he portrayed the clever, eel-like thief Rodulfo "Palos" Dimagiba, a character adapted from a popular Tagalog Klasiks comic serial by the Redondo brothers.[1][13] The film's success launched the Alyas Palos franchise, with Bonnin reprising the role in seven sequels through the mid-1960s, including Ang Mga Lawin (1963) and Tagisan ng Agimat (1965), blending action, comedy, and romance elements that captivated audiences.[14] These films established him as a versatile leading man, transitioning from lighthearted teen roles to more dynamic action heroes while maintaining his appeal in romantic dramas like Kung Ako'y Mahal Mo (1960) and Unos sa Laot (1960).[15] By the end of the 1960s, Bonnin had appeared in dozens of films under LVN and emerging independent productions, solidifying his status as a matinee idol known for his handsome, youthful features and earning the media moniker "Pretty Boy of the 60s."[16] His initial public reception was enthusiastic, with fans drawn to his charismatic screen presence and the escapist entertainment of his action-romance vehicles, which grossed significantly and boosted LVN's output during the studio's golden era.[1][17] This period marked his ascent to prominence in Philippine cinema, where he became synonymous with the era's vibrant, genre-blending blockbusters.Later roles and contributions
In the 1970s and 1980s, Bonnin transitioned from his early leading man image to more mature and versatile roles across action, drama, and comedy genres, showcasing his adaptability in Philippine cinema. Films such as Target: Captain Karate (1968), where he portrayed the titular action hero, highlighted his shift toward physically demanding characters, while later works like Women in Cages (1971) explored dramatic elements in international co-productions.[18] This evolution allowed him to move beyond romantic leads, contributing to a diverse portfolio that emphasized resilience and depth in storytelling.[1] Bonnin also expanded his contributions by establishing Bonanza Productions in the 1960s, through which he produced several Alyas Palos sequels and other films, including Palos: Counterspy (1966). Over four decades, Bonnin appeared in more than 100 films, demonstrating remarkable longevity and range in the industry. Representative examples from the 1990s and 2000s include Code Name: Bomba (1998), an action-comedy, and Ako ang Lalagot sa Hininga Mo (1999), a drama that underscored his continued relevance in supporting and antagonistic parts. His ability to adapt to changing cinematic trends, from exploitation films to character-driven narratives, solidified his status as a staple in Filipino cinema without relying on his initial stardom.[16] Bonnin expanded into television during the 1990s and 2000s, taking on guest spots and recurring roles that leveraged his veteran presence. A notable return came in 2008 with the ABS-CBN teleserye remake of Palos, where he reprised elements of his iconic character in a supporting capacity, marking a full-circle moment in his career.[1][19]Filmography
1950s
1960s
- Kung Ako'y Mahal Mo (1960, romance, role: Virgilio)[15]
- Sandata at Pangako (1961, action)[20]
- Alyas Palos (1961, action, role: Palos)[1][13]
- Gagamba (1963, action)[16]
- Target: Captain Karate (1968, action)[18]
1970s
- The Arizona Kid (1970, western, role: Leonardo)[15]
- Women in Cages (1971, action-drama, role: Acosta, director: Gerardo de León)[16]
1980s
- Buy One, Take One (1988, comedy)[22]
1990s
- Apoy sa Lupang Hinirang (1990, drama)[20]
- Ibabaon Kita sa Lupa (1990, action)[20]
- Big Boy Bato: Kilabot ng Kankaloo (1992, action)[15]
- Ikaw Pa Eh Love Kita (1995, romance)[20]
- Alyas Pogi: Birador ng Nueva Ecija (1996, action)[15]
- Code Name: Bomba (1998, action, role: Congressman Bambino)[23]
- Dibdiban Ang Laban (1999, action, role: Mayor Alipio)[22]
- Ako ang Lalagot sa Hininga Mo (1999, action, role: Hepe)[22]
2000s
- Masikip sa Dibdib: The Boobita Rose Story (2004, comedy, role: Bogart)[22]