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Augusto Valdes Pangan, Sr. (March 12, 1932 – July 1, 1997), professionally known as Chiquito, was a Filipino actor and comedian.
Chiquito (1928-1997) was a versatile and popular comedian in the Philippines. He starred in many films, such as Servillano Zapata, James Bondat and Atorni Agaton, and also wrote and directed some of them.
- January 1, 1
- Manila, Philippines
- January 1, 1
- Makati, Philippines
Chiquito was a Filipino actor and writer who starred in many comedy films as Mr. Wong. He was also a politician, a sportsman and a billiard champion.
- March 12, 1928
- July 2, 1997
Chiquito -King of Slapstick Comedy. Asiong Aksaya, Mang Kepweng, Kenkoy, Barok — all these comic characters have a common denominator. They are all portrayed on cinema by the king of slapstick humor, Chiquito. He was the archrival of Dolphy as the top comedian during his prime.
Sep 7, 2017 · Chiquito was nominated best actor by FAMAS in 1984 for a dramatic role in “Lovingly Yours, Helen.” He played a has-been stage performer. • POLITICIAN – Unlike Dolphy who said no to politics, Chiquito served as Makati councilor and vice mayor.
On March 12, 1932, Chiquito, dubbed as the king of slapstick comedy, was born Augusto Valdez Pangan in Manila. His entertainment career began at the age of 13, when he appeared in a major musical production at the Manila Grand Opera House.
In 1984, Chiquito was nominated for a FAMAS Best Supporting Actor Award for his role in Lovingly Yours, Helen, a film dramatization of the radio and GMA television show hosted by Helen Vela. Chiquito also entered local politics.
