Mario Montenegro

Born: 1928-07-25

Birthplace: Pagsanjan, Laguna, Philippines

Biography

Mario Montenegro (born Roger Collin Macalalag; July 25, 1928 – August 27, 1988) was a Filipino actor and painter. He rose to stardom during the Golden Age of Philippine cinema as a heroic lead in historical and adventure films. He was dubbed "Brown Adonis" for his physique and portraying a number of culturally important Philippine figures, including Diego Silang, Andres Bonifacio, Macario Sakay, Ramon Magsaysay, Francisco Dagohoy, and Lapulapu.

Known For

Boy Condenado
Brides of Blood
Cry of Justice
Miguelito
Ito Ba ang Aking Ina?
I Carry the World
Correctional
Dalawang Kalbaryo ni Dr. Mendez
Anak Ng Tulisan
5 Yugto ng Buhay

Top Movie Credits

Boy Condenado Chief Simón
Brides of Blood Esteban Powers
Miguelito Vic Gaerlan
5 Yugto ng Buhay Second Story