Snooky Serna

Snooky Serna (born Maria Milagros Sumayao Serna on April 4, 1966) is a Filipina film and television actress.

Snooky Serna
Born
Maria Milagros Sumayao Serna

(1966-04-04) April 4, 1966
Other namesCookie
OccupationActress
Years active1970–present
Spouse(s)
Ricardo Cepeda
(m. 1992; ann. 2006)
Children2

She is credited for doing a huge amount of film and tv work as a child star in the 1970s to the 1980s and mid 80s-90’s as a bank able Film and highly acclaimed actress in the Philippines. In the 2000’s she regained more critical acclaim and controversy in Television and Independent Films gearing her to the new film culture in 1986 the film Blusang Itim gave her more commercial success at the box office fill earning her blockbuster leading lady status alongside bankable lead box office man Richard Gomez as her leading man. In 1995 her and regal baby Maricel Soriano starred in Reyna Films Inagaw Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin which was credited for a foreign film at the oscars as a nomination. In 2003 she joined the ensemble cast of actors of film and television “Habang Kapiling Ka” with Angelika Dela Cruz as a lead actor on the GMA Primetime drama.

Early life

Being the daughter of actors Von Serna and Mila Ocampo, she started acting early in life via her 1970 landmark debut Wanted: Perfect Mother, where she immediately captured the hearts of Filipino audience as a cute, sweet and smart-talking four-year-old. That same year she earned her first acting nomination from FAMAS Awards as Best Child Performer for the film My Little Angel.

Trained by acclaimed director and National Artist, Lino Brocka, Snooky showed promise as dramatic actress and later proved to be a fine one. In 1972, she won her first FAMAS Award as Best Child Actress for the film Sana Mahalin Mo Ako.

Career

Snooky Serna was tapped by Regal Films to play the lead role in the movie, Katorse in 1980. Since she was not ready for mature roles then, she begged off, which eventually made a big star out of newcomer Dina Bonnevie. In her teens, she was launched as one of the original Regal Babies (promotional term coined for group of teen movie stars under contract with Filipino film production giant Regal Films) and groomed as a leading actress in various loveteam-inspired flicks with then heartthrobs Gabby Concepcion and Albert Martinez. She also starred in more daring films like Bata Pa si Sabel (1981), Strangers in Paradise (1983), Experience(1984), Teenage Marriage (1984) and Lilac (1985).

She made numerous blockbuster movies in the 1980s like Underage, Schoolgirls, Story of Three Loves and Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni Biday, among others. She also had her share of TV shows including the weekly musical variety 'Always Snooky' and weekly drama feature on 'Regal Drama Presents: Snooky' on ABS-CBN.

As an actress, she tackled roles which earned acting nominations from various award giving bodies. She was also in Kapag Napagod ang Puso (1988) with Christopher de Leon and Inagaw Mo ang Lahat sa Akin (Harvest Home - official Philippine entry to the 1995 Oscars) but unfortunately was snubbed during awards night. Her other major films include Aabot Hanggang Sukdulan (1990), Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow (1985), Hahamakin ang Lahat (1990) with Vilma Santos, the fantasy films Blusang Itim (1986), Rosa Mistica (1988), and Madonna: Ang Babaing Ahas (1991). It was with Koronang Itim (1994), that she finally won Best Lead Actress from FAMAS and Cebu Archdiocese Media Awards. She has starred in over 80 films from 1970 to 2004.

Snooky was prodded to concentrate on family and motherhood in the late 1990s. Upon her comeback, her works mostly concentrated on TV. Initially, she had a short stint as a newscaster of IBC Express Balita and as a host for IBC-13's magazine show Travel and Trade. More recently, she's been in various top-rating soap operas in rival stations GMA Network and ABS-CBN, notably Marina, Captain Barbell and Habang Kapiling Ka where she again was awarded a best actress trophy for TV drama performance from PMPC in 2003. Her recent films include Anak Ka ng Tatay Mo, Captain Barbell and the still unreleased Bituin, Buwan at Araw with Nora Aunor.

Snooky made a career turnaround during the late 90s when she concentrated on television and became a host of a tele-magazine show over IBC-13. She also became a newsreader over the same network delivering the mid- and early evening news. She also entered the corporate world by accepting the position of AVP for Megaworld Properties, Inc. and even started a film school in Cabanatuan City. But all endeavors were short-lived.

She is seen mostly with GMA Network and ABS-CBN.

Personal life

Serna was married to actor/model Ricardo Cepeda for over 12 years, with their marriage ending in annulment in January 2006. They have two daughters, Sam and Sachi. Her second husband was Nino Mendoza (artist and vocalist of a Filipino Rock band the Blue Jean Junkies) but they have been separated.

Serna has been a member of the religion, Iglesia ni Cristo, since 2011. Her parents Von and Mila are Roman Catholic and former member of Born-again Christian.[1][2][3]

Filmography

Television

Year Title Role Network
2022 Sakura School Akademi Muja Kina ABS-CBN
2020Anak ni Waray vs. Anak ni BidayAmy MalatambanGMA Network
2019SahayaSalida Calliste
2018Pamilya RocesCamilla Austria
The One That Got AwayFatima "Patty" Makalintal
2017Magpakailanman: The Kim Domingo StoryFilipina Domingo
2016–2017Hahamakin ang LahatLaura Caraca-Labsat / Laura Caraca-Benitez
2016Magpakailanman: Finding Earl: The Dollente Family StoryLaurie
Sinungaling Mong PusoClara's mother
Poor SeñoritaDeborah Villon
Dear UgeEvelyn
Magpakailanman: Anak, Saan Kami Nagkamali?Lourdes
2015Maalaala Mo Kaya: SpaghettiMaritessABS-CBN
My Faithful HusbandMercedes "Cedes" Dela PazGMA Network
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Computer ShopuncreditedABS-CBN
Maalaala Mo Kaya: Manika IVuncredited
2014 Maalaala Mo Kaya: BusEpisode Guest
2013Maalaala Mo Kaya: SingsingEmily
GenesisElena ReyesGMA Network
Magpakailanman: The Heroes Dog Story KabangCristina
Maalaala Mo Kaya: DiplomaRitaABS-CBN
It's ShowtimeHerself / Guest Judge
Kahit Konting PagtinginFaye Ledesma
2012Wansapanataym: KuryentinaFlory
Angelito: Ang Bagong YugtoAdel Dimaano
Maalaala Mo Kaya: LubidBaby
Maalaala Mo Kaya: EnsaymadaPion
2011Angelito: Batang AmaAdel Dimaano
Elena M. Patron's Blusang ItimLolengGMA Network
2008Sine Novela: Kaputol ng Isang AwitVina Monteza
2007La VendettaJanet Salumbides-Cardinale
Komiks: Da Adventures of Pedro PendukoCasiliABS-CBN
Mahiwagang Baul: Alamat Ng LanggamPanasGMA Network
Magpakailanman: Kapag Naglaho Ang Gunita----
2006Mars Ravelo's Captain BarbellMrs. B
Jeepney (Music Video)as herself----
2005 Maalaala Mo Kaya: Mariposang DagatMagdalenaABS-CBN
Extra Challenge: Lagalag Sa Hong Kongas herselfGMA Network
2004Snooky Serna: In PersonaCinema One
MarinaEsther Sto. DomingoABS-CBN
2003Maalaala Mo Kaya: The Fatima Soriano Story----
Habang Kapiling KaOlivia MalvarosaGMA Network
Magpakailanman: Mga Mata?----
2002Kay Tagal Kang HinintayMaida VentaspejoABS-CBN
2001Travel & Tradeas herselfIBC
2000IBC Express Balita
1997Mula sa PusoCriselda V. PereiraABS-CBN
1989Regal Drama Presents: Snookyvaried roles
1988Regal Drama Hour: "Infidel"Asun
1987Always, Snookyas herself
1983Teentime With Snooky and AlbertIBC

Film

Year Title Role
2021Princess DayaReese
2019Last Fool ShowSonya
2018The Significant Other
2015Felix ManaloPilar Manalo Danao[4]
2015You're Still The OneMelissa
2013The Bride and the LoverGloria Albino
2012Shake, Rattle and Roll XIV : The InvasionRosalda
2009Sagrada Familia
2009Hellphone
2009Dukot
2009FidelSister Lourdes
2009BenteJenny
2009BookingSelya
2008Eskandalo
2008Paupahan
2008CrossroadsLucinda Querubin
2004Anak Ka ng Tatay Mo
2003Captain BarbellBelen
2001Marital Rape
1997Paano Kung Wala Ka Na
1995Inagaw Mo ang Lahat Sa Akin (Harvest Home)Clarita
1994Mancao
1994Koronang ItimAdana De Guia
1994Machete 2Lai
1993Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita?
1992The Cornelia Ramos StoryCornelia Ramos
1992Lacson, Batas ng Navotas
1992Yakapin Mo Ako MuliHelen
1991Joey Boy Munti, 15 Anyos Ka sa MuntilupaStella
1991Madonna, ang Babaeng Ahas (Madonna, the Snake Woman)Melinda/Madonna
1990Hahamakin ang Lahat (All Be Damned)Theresa
1990Kahit Isumpa Mo AkoAngela
1989Kontrobersyal
1989Once Upon a Time
1989Basag ang Pula
1989Aabot Hanggang SukdulanAgnes
1989Mga Kuwento ng Pag-Ibig
1988Lilac, Bulaklak ng Magdamag
1988Bukas Sisikat Din ang Araw
1988Sa Puso Ko Hahalik ang Mundo
1988Stupid Cupid
1988Lord, Bakit Ako Pa?Merriam
1988Kapag Napagod ang Puso
1988Nakausap Ko ang BirhenMary
1988Rosa MisticaRoselyn/Rosa/Rosing/Rosanna
1988Fly Me to the Moon
1987Anak ni Zuma
1987Bakit Iisa ang Pag-Ibig?
1987Forward MarchKristie
1986Summer Holiday
1986Story of Three Loves
1986Nasaan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita
1986The Graduates
1986Payaso
1986Blusang ItimJessa Escrito
1986Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
1985Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang
1985Summer Love
1985ZumaGalema
1985Ride on Baby
1984Minsan May Isang Mahal (w/ Gabby Concepcion & Gloria Diaz)
1984Where Love Has Gone
1984Boystown (w/ Gabby Concepcion & Wiliam Martinez)
1984Miracle of Love
1984Anak ni Waray, Anak ni Biday
1984Teenage Marriage
1984Dear Mama
1984Don't Cry For Me Papa
1984Daddy's Little Darling
1983ExperienceJing-Jing
1983Stranger in Paradise
1983Hello, Young LoversPaula Ledesma
1983Daddy Knows Best
1983To Mama With Love
1982Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
1982Schoolgirls
1982Mother Dear
1982My Heart Belongs to Daddy
1981First Love First Kiss (w/ Albert Martinez and Opalyn Foster)
1981Age Doesn't Matter
1981Bata Pa Si SabelSabel
1980UnderageCorazon
1977Tahan Na, Empoy, Tahan (Stop Crying Little Boy)
1973Little Solomon and Sheba (w/ fellow child star Frankie Navajo Jr.)
1973Gigi
1973Lalaki...Kasalanan Mo
1972Mahalin Mo Sana Ako
1972Isinilang Ang Anak ng Ibang Babae
1971The Golden Child (w/ Tony Ferrer & Alice Crisostomo)
1971The Wonderful World of Music
1971My Heart Belongs to Daddy
1971I Love Mama, I Love Papa
1970Little Romeo and Juliet
1970The Living Doll
1970Snooky
1970Sweethearts (w/ Vilma Santos)
1970My Little Angel
1970Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
1970Wanted: Perfect MotherSAM

Awards

Year Film or TV Title Award Category Media
2008 Paupahan (film) FAMAS and PMPC Star Award Best Supporting Actress Film
2003 Habang Kapiling Ka (TV) PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Drama Actress in a TV series TV
1994 Koronang Itim FAMAS Best Performance by Lead Actress Film
1994 Koronang Itim Cebu Archdiocese Mass Media Awards Best Performance by Lead Actress Film
1990 Hahamakin Ang Lahat PMPC Star Awards for Movies Best Supporting Actress Film
1972 Sana Mahalin Mo Ako FAMAS Best Child Actress Film

Nominations

Film

Year Film Body Nomination Remark
2004 Anak Ka Ng Tatay Mo Manila Film Festival Lead Actress loss to Nora Aunor (Naglalayag)
2003 Captain Barbell Metro Manila Film Festival Supporting Actress -
1995 Inagaw Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin (Harvest Home) Film Academy of the Phil.; FAMAS; People's Choice Lead Actress loss to Nora Aunor
1994 Koronang Itim FAMAS Lead Actress WON
1991 Madonna, Ang Babaing Ahas ??? Lead Actress -
1990 Hahamakin Ang Lahat PMPC Star Awards, FAMAS Supporting Actress WON at Star Awards
1989 Aabot Hanggang Sukdulan FAMAS Lead Actress -
1988 Kapag Napagod Ang Puso Urian; PMPC Star; FAMAS; FAP Lead Actress -
1987 Paano Kung Wala Ka Na? FAMAS Best Supporting Actress -
1986 Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow ??? Supporting Actress -
1973 Gigi FAMAS Child Performer loss to Jingle
1972 Sana Mahalin Mo Ako FAMAS Child Performer WON
1970 My Little Angel FAMAS Child Performer loss to Roderick Paulate

Television

Year TV Show Body Nomination Remark
2003 Habang Kapiling Ka PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Drama Actress in a TV series won
1990 Regal Drama Presents: Snooky PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Drama Actress in a TV series or anthology
1989 Regal Drama Presents: Snooky PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Drama Actress in a TV series or anthology
1988 Always, Snooky PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Musical Variety Show Host loss to Vilma Santos
1987 Always, Snooky PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Musical Variety Show Host loss to Vilma Santos and Nora Aunor

Awards and nominations

Year Category Award Result
1988Best Supporting ActressFAMAS AwardNominated
1989Best ActressFAMAS AwardNominated
1989Best ActressGawad Urian AwardNominated
1989Best ActressFAPNominated

References

  1. ABS-CBNnews.com. "Snooky Serna finds 'peace, truth' in new faith". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved 27 October 2013.
  2. Reyes, William. "Snooky Serna joins Iglesia Ni Cristo gathering, appears in shows of INC network". GMA News. Retrieved 27 October 2013.
  3. Marasigan, Ruben. "Snooky Serna is content being single: "If it's God's will na hindi ako makapag-asawa ulit o hindi ako magkaroon ng boyfriend, okay lang."". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved 27 October 2013.
  4. Felix Manalo (film)
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