Yahya Sulong
Datuk Yahya bin Sulong (1928 - 6 February 2013), also known as Pak Ya, was a Malaysian comedian and actor, appearing in 24 films and several television sitcoms.
Yahya Sulong | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1928 |
| Died | 6 February 2013 (aged 84–85) Hospital Besar Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
| Resting place | Hilir Perak District Muslim Cemetery, Teluk Intan, Perak, Malaysia |
| Nationality | Malaysian |
| Other names | Pak Ya |
| Occupation | Comedian Actor |
| Years active | 1961 - 2013 |
| Spouse(s) | Datin Alisah Ali (died 13 April 2013) |
| Children | 11 |
Career
Sulong made his film debut in Abu Nawas and subsequently appeared in 23 other films, notably those in the 1980s, including Da Di Du, Putus Sudah Kasih Sayang, Toyol and Prebet Lapok.
Personal life
Sulong was married to Datin Alisah Ali; prior to their marriage, he had married three other times.
Death
After reportedly suffering from asthma and heart disease prior to his death, Yahya died on 6 February 2013 at the Hospital Kuala Lumpur at 6.45 p.m. local time. He was subsequently buried in Teluk Intan, Perak.
Filmography
Film
- Abu Nawas (1961 - First film debut)
- Durjana (1971)
- Putus Sudah Kasih Sayang (1971)
- Gila-Gila (1979)
- Prebet Lapok (1979)
- Da Di Du (1981)
- Toyol (1981)
- Si Luncai (1981)
- Serampang Tiga (1981)
- Penyamun Tarbus (1981)
- Manis-Manis Sayang (1983)
- Anak Niat (1984)
- Talak (1984)
- Oh Fatimah (1989)
- Janda Meletup (1990)
- Senario the Movie (1999)
Television
- Hang Setia
- Si Jantung Hati
Bangsawan
- Laila Majnun
- Batu Belah Batu Bertangkup
References
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