Boots Anson-Roa

María Elisa Cristóbal Anson-Rodrigo (née Anson, born January 30, 1947), better known as Boots Anson-Rodrigo, is a Filipino actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer.

In this Philippine name for married women, the birth middle name or maternal family name is Cristobal, the birth surname or paternal family name is Anson, and the marital name is Rodrigo.
Boots Anson-Rodrigo
Born
María Elisa Cristóbal Anson

(1947-01-30) January 30, 1947
Manila, Commonwealth of the Philippines
NationalityFilipino
OccupationActress, host, columnist, editor, lecturer
Years active1962–present
Spouse(s)
Pedro "Pete" Roa
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(m. 1964; died 2007)​

Francisco "King" Rodrigo Jr.
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(m. 2014)​
Children4
Parent(s)Oscar Moreno (father)
Belen Cristóbal (mother)
RelativesAlvin Anson (brother)

Early life and education

Anson-Roa, a Bicolana, is the eldest daughter of post-war matinee idol Oscar Moreno, then known as the Robert Taylor of the Philippines, and Belen Cristobal, a descendant of Epifanio de los Santos.[1]

She finished her primary and secondary education at the posh Assumption Convent, Manila. From 1960 to 1964 she studied for an A.B. in Speech and Drama at the University of the Philippines, but did not graduate. From 1983 to 1984 she studied journalism and Public and Media Relations at Georgetown University, Washington D.C.

Acting career

Anson-Roa began acting in 1968, appearing opposite actors including like Dante Rivero, Joseph Estrada and Fernando Poe Jr. under Sampaguita Pictures and with the caviteño Ramon Revilla Sr. She was given Lifetime Achievement awards by FAMAS and Star Awards.[2]

Awards, honors and distinctions received
  • Outstanding Movie Personality: PMPC – 1979
  • FAMAS Award for Uplifting the Movie Industry: FAMAS Awards – 1976
  • Best Emcee ALIW Awards: – 1979–1981
  • Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service Award: TOWNS Foundation – 1974[3]
  • Gintong Ina Awardee: Guillermo Mendoza Foundation – 1994[4]
  • Outstanding Parents of the Year: Gintong Ina Foundation – 1994-1998
  • Women Who Make a Difference: Soroptimist International – 1995
  • Outstanding Women in Media: Philippine Women's University – 1995
  • Outstanding Media Practitioner: Eastern Telecommunications – 1997
  • Outstanding Alumna: University of the Philippines – June 2000
  • Lifetime Achievement Award: Star Awards for Movies – March 2001
  • Lifetime Achievement Award: FAMAS Awards – March 2003
  • Best TV Actress (MMK:Kamison – 22nd Golden Dove Awards – 2014
  • Outstanding Manilan Award – 2017

Professional activities

Publications
  • Columnist/ Feature Writer: Manila–U.S. Mail – 1992–1993
  • Editor-in-Chief: Balikatan Herald – 1994
  • Columnist: Isyu (broadsheet) – 1998
  • Contributor: Philippine Daily Inquirer – 1995–present

Workshops/ seminars/ lectures conducted
  • Lecturer/Trainer on Media, Communications, Culture, Performing Arts, Public and Human Relations, Women, Family and Values

Conference/ conventions
  • RP-China Film Exchange Program: Beijing, China – March 2002
  • 20th UNESCO International Media Conference: UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France – March 1999
  • International Congress on Communications: Mariapolis Center, Rome, Italy – June 2000

Community involvement
  • Public Relations Officer: Assumption Alumnae – 1987–1993
  • Director for Philippine National Red Cross from 1980 to 1982[4]
  • Director for U.P.-PGH Medical Foundation from 1979 to 1981[4]
  • Director/ Board Member: National Commission on the Rehabilitation of the Disabled – 1979
  • Director/ Resource Person: Philippine Mental Health Association, Quezon City Chapter – 1979–1980
  • Director for DARE (Anti-Drug Foundation)[4]
  • Adviser: Philippine Association for the Deaf – 1977–1982

Civil service

Anson-Roa ran for a seat in the Senate of the Philippines in 2004 under the Koalisyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino (KNP).[5] She was the President of MOWELFUND, Inc. from 2002 to 2020.[6][7] In 1982, she was appointed as Press Attaché and Cultural Officer as well as Special Assistant to the Ambassador at the Philippine Embassy in Washington DC.[1][4]

Filmography

Film
  • Siete Dolores (1968)
  • Ang Kawatan (1969)
  • Adriana (1969)
  • Rowena (1969) Sonya
  • Si Darna at ang Planetman (1969) Cynthia
  • Wanted: Perfect Mother (1970)
  • Santiago! (1970) Rowena
  • "Ang Uliran: Imelda" (1970)
  • I Love Mama, I Love Papa (1971)
  • The Wonderful World of Music (1971)
  • Living Doll (1971)
  • Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria (1971)
  • Liezl at Ang 7 Hoods (1971)
  • El Vibora (1972) Cecilia
  • Tatay Na Si Erap (1972)
  • Santo Domingo (1972)
  • Villa Miranda (1972)
  • Ang Agila At Ang Araw (1973)
  • Zoom, Zoom, Superman! (1973) Superman's Creator
  • Tanikalang Dugo (1973)
  • Ander Di Saya Si Erap (1973)
  • James Wong (1973)
  • Paruparong Itim (1973)
  • May Isang Tsuper ng Taksi (1974)
  • Dalawa Ang Nagdalantao Sa Akin (1974)
  • Bawal: Asawa Mo, Asawa Ko (1974)
  • Sumigaw Ka Hanggang Ibig Mo! (1974)
  • Lulubog Lilitaw Sa Ilalim Ng Tulay (1974) Sister Elisa
  • Ang Manika Ay Takot sa Krus (1975)
  • Pagsapit ng Dilim (1975)
  • Anak ng Araw (1975)
  • Anino ng Araw (1975)
  • Saan Ka Pupunta Ms. Lutgarda Nicolas? (1975) Lutgarda Nicolas
  • Ang Pag-Ibig Ko'y Huwag Mong Sukatin (1975)
  • Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak (1975)
  • Isang Gabi, Tatlong Babae (1975)
  • Isinumpa (1975)
  • Postcards From China (1975)
  • The Goodfather (1975)
  • Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson Sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin (1976) Rosa Henson Averion
  • Tatlong Kasalanan (1976)
  • Daigdig ng Lagim (1976)
  • Hubad na Bayani (1977)
  • Hatiin Natin ang Gabi (1978)
  • Malabanan: Kilabot Hunter ng Cavite (1978)
  • Mga Mata ni Angelita (1978) Mother Superior
  • Camerino (1978)
  • Hermano Puli (1979)
  • Warrant of Arrest (1979)
  • Tonyong Bayawak (1979)
  • Angelita... Ako ang Iyong Ina (1980) Mother Superior
  • Hiwaga (1980)
  • Tembong (1980)
  • P.S. I Love You (1981) Isabel
  • Jack en Jill Sa Amerika (1988)
  • Doring Dorobo (1993)
  • The Myrna Diones Story: Lord, Have Mercy! (1993)
  • Kadenang Bulaklak (1993) Mrs. Hidalgo
  • May Minamahal (1993) Becky
  • Mayor Cesar Climaco (1994) Julia Floreta-Climaco
  • Bawal na Gamot (1994)
  • Grepor Butch Belgica Story (1994)
  • The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me? (1994)
  • The Anabelle Huggins Story – Ruben Ablaza Tragedy: Mea Culpa (1995)
  • Kahit Harangan ng Bala (1995) Aling Cedes
  • The Lilian Velez Story: Till Death Do Us Part (1995)
  • Mangarap Ka (1995) Belen
  • Kay Pait ng Bukas (1996)
  • Ama, Ina, Anak (1996) Cita Nolasco
  • Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos 2 (1997)
  • Nagmumurang Kamatis (1997)
  • Flames: The Movie (1997) Amparo (segment "Pangako")
  • May Isang Pamilya (1999) Isabel
  • Hinahanap-Hanap Kita (1999) Mrs. Matias
  • Ganito Ako Magmahal (1999)
  • Kapalit? (2002)
  • Mano Po (2002) Elisa Go
  • The Cory Quirino Kidnap: NBI Files (2003)
  • Bridal Shower (2004) Doña Vergie
  • Mano Po III: My Love (2004) Maria
  • Ilusyon (2005) Doktor
  • Ang Anak ni Brocka (2005)
  • Pepot Artista (2005) Richter
  • Blue Moon (2005) Cora
  • Ang Huling Araw ng Linggo (2006) Aling Tess (segment "Martes")
  • White Lady (2006) Lola Tasya
  • Sukob (2006) Tessie
  • Rekados (2006) Josefina
  • Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di (2006) Ama
  • Angels (2007) Lola Conching (segment "Angel of Love")
  • Shake, Rattle & Roll 9 (2007) Lola Susana (segment "Christmas Tree")
  • When Love Begins (2008) Marietta Caballero
  • Caregiver (2008) Marissa Gonzales
  • One True Love (2008) Lola
  • Lovebirds (2008)
  • Tutok (2009) Lydia
  • Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love (2009) Jin Feng
  • Till My Heartaches End (2010) Tita Baby
  • Ang Babae Sa Sementeryo (2010) Sister Sol
  • Ika-Sampu (2010) Mrs. Amada dela Vega
  • Shake, Rattle & Roll 13 (2011) Marites
  • My House Husband: Ikaw Na! (2011) Lilia
  • Unfriend (2014) Grandma Ester
  • Third Eye (2014) Gloria

Television
YearTitleRoleNetworkType of Role
2019Hanggang sa Dulo ng Buhay Ko[8]Adora "Abuela" DivinagraciaGMA NetworkSupporting role / Anti-hero
2017Destined to be Yours[9]Helen RosalesSupporting role / Protagonist
2015Walang IwananInaABS-CBNSpecial participation
Princess in the PalaceDoña Victorina JacintoGMA NetworkSupporting role / Anti-hero
Sabado BadooHerselfCameo Footage Featured
LolaBasyang.comLola BTV5Narrator
Baker KingLee Hye Yeong
2014Strawberry LaneStella TolentinoGMA NetworkSpecial participation / Anti-hero
Rhodora XAmparo "Panchang" Sales
2013Misibis BayDelia RamirezTV5
Maalaala Mo Kaya: KamisonTessaABS-CBNEpisode guest
2012Aso ni San RoqueDoña Constancia "Connie" AragonGMA NetworkSupporting role / Antagonist
Maalaala Mo KayaRoseABS-CBNEpisode guest
Luna BlancaDonya PriscillaGMA Network
My BelovedOld Sharina
2011Munting HerederaIngrid Spencer-LobregatSupporting role
Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin[3]Remedios "Elena" SebastianoABS-CBNSupporting role / Antagonist
2009May Bukas PaEsmeralda
2007Pangarap na BituinPerla Ledesma
KokeyDoña Ingrid Allegre
2006Komiks Presents: Da Adventures of Pedro PendukoAswang
Pinoy Dream AcademyHerself/Media Ethics Teacher
2005MagpakailanmanGMA NetworkEpisode guest
SugoAdela
2004Love to Love: Sweet ExchangeEpisode guest
2002Ang Iibigin ay IkawFelisa
2001Sa Dulo ng Walang HangganCorazon MontenegroABS-CBN
2000Alas Dose sa TreseHerselfIBCHost
Sharing in the CityRPN
1999Maalaala Mo Kaya: LollipopABS-CBNEpisode guest
1995World Youth Day 1995 The Pope in ManilaHerselfGMA NetworkHost
1993Da Look-A-Layks: Pinabiyak Na Bunga
1993-1995Ako....BabaeRPN
1993-1994GMA Telecine SpecialsGMA Network
1983Lovingly Yours, HelenHerselfHost
1975Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko[4]HerselfHost
1975-1979Seeing Stars With Joe QuirinoHerselfIBCGuest co-host
1970-1972ElisaABS-CBN
1966-1969Sunday Sweet Sunday
1962-1972Dance-O-Rama[1]HerselfABC
1962-1967Two for the RoadABS-CBN

Radio shows

Personal life

In 1964, Boots Anson married Pedro "Pete" Roa who was her co-host in the television show Dance-o-Rama.[1] They had four children.[1] Pete Roa died in 2007.[1]

On November 30, 2013, she was engaged to lawyer Francisco "King" Rodrigo Jr., son of Senator Francisco "Soc" Rodrigo.[10] They married on June 14, 2014.[11]

References
  1. "Pioneer TV host of the '60s Pete Roa passes away August 9". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  2. "Film Academy of the Philippines » BOOTS ANSON-ROA". filmacademyphil.org. Retrieved 2016-05-16.
  3. "Boots Anson Roa on Mowelfund: "It's an advocacy; debosyon ito, hindi hanapbuhay."". PEP.ph. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  4. "Boots' bio". The Manila Times. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  5. Lo, Ricky. "Family welfare, Boots' advocacy". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  6. Asilo, Rito P. (2020-05-05). "Boots grateful for 18 years of satisfying service as Mowelfund head". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  7. San Diego, Bayani Jr. (13 October 2011). "'Contravida' Boots Anson-Roa bowls for a cause". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 16 April 2012.
  8. "Hanggang Sa Dulo Ng Buhay Ko". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  9. "Destined To Be Yours". www.gmanetwork.com. Retrieved 2020-12-28.
  10. Noots Anson-Roa engaged to King Rodrigo, entertainment.inquirer.net; accessed 11 March 2015.
  11. Anson-Roa and Rodrigo marry, philstar.com; accessed 11 March 2015.
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