Joselito Pimentel(born May 27, 1963), known professionally asLito Pimentel,is a Filipino film and television actor. He is the nephew of the late game show hostPepe Pimentel.
Lito Pimentel | |
|---|---|
| Born | Joselito Pimentel May 27, 1963 General Tinio,Nueva Ecija,Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Occupation(s) | Film and TVactor |
| Years active | 1982–present |
| Height | 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) |
Early life and career
editPimentel's career began in the early 1980s when talent manager and entertainment columnistAlfie Lorenzodiscovered and added him to Lorenzo's stable of talents, The Liberty Boys.[1]
Pimentel appeared in films such asMoral(1982) starringLorna Tolentino,Broken Marriage(1983) starringVilma Santos,Clarizza(1986) withSarsi Emmanuelle,Lord, Bakit Ako Pa?(1988) starringSnooky Serna,andLover's Delight(1990) withAlma MorenoandJoey Marquez.[1]
From being a character actor, Pimentel transitioned into TV hosting via theGMA Networknoontime showLunch Datein 1988. He won over a mass fan base with his comic timing and street-smart approach. In 1991, he left the show for another hosting gig in the Sunday game showFamily Kuwarta o Kahonwhere he got to work with his uncle Pepe Pimentel.[citation needed]
He won the Best Supporting ActorGawad Urian Awardfor the filmKapag Napagod ang Puso(1988).[citation needed]
Personal life
editPimentel is married to a businesswoman. In 2004, Pimentel was charged with frustrated parricide after allegedly stabbing his wife.[2][3]
Filmography
editTelevision/digital
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Company | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | Hello, Love, Again | Mario Del Rosario | Star Cinema | |
| 2023 | Rewind | Tatay Nestor | Star Cinema APT Entertainment AgostoDos Pictures |
|
| 2019 | Hello, Love, Goodbye | Mario Del Rosario | Star Cinema | [16] |
| 2018 | Cry No Fear | Viva Films | [17] | |
| Sin Island | Alejandro | Star Cinema | ||
| 2017 | Can't Help Falling in Love | Papa Jun | ||
| 2016 | How to Be Yours | Niño's dad | ||
| 2015 | You're Still the One | Eric | Star Cinema Regal Entertainment | |
| 2014 | Starting Over Again | Ginny's father | Star Cinema | |
| Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak | Major Calaang | |||
| 2012 | The Reunion | Temyo dela Torre | ||
| 2010 | Rosario | Court clerk | Solar Entertainment | |
| 2008 | My Big Love | Oca | Star Cinema | |
| 2006 | You Are the One | Sally's Boss | ||
| All About Love | Bogart | |||
| 2005 | Awaken | Lakay | Une Bloc | |
| 2003 | Noon at Ngayon: Pagsasamang Kay Ganda | Star Cinema | ||
| 2000 | Daddy O, Baby O | Arnold | ||
| 1997 | Bawal Mahalin, Bawal Ibigin | Ramon | Good Harvest Productions MAQ Prudctions |
|
| Calvento Files: The Movie | Tecson | Star Cinema | ||
| Computer Kombat | Entong | MAQ Productions | ||
| Virgin Island | Classic Films | |||
| Wanted Perfect Murder | Goon 1 | Star Cinema | ||
| Kulayan Natin ang Bukas | Dennis | Regal Films | ||
| Room for Rent | Rey | Mahogany Pictures | ||
| 1996 | Lahar | Mr. Punzalan | ||
| 1995 | Sa Ngalan ng Pag-ibig | |||
| 1993 | Kahit Aok'y Busabos | Piklat | Viva Films | |
| 1992 | Buddy en Sol: Praybeyt Depektibs | |||
| 1991 | Noel Juico: Batang Kriminal | |||
| 1990 | Lover's Delight | Agie | Regal Films | |
| Bala at Rosaryo | Vision Films | |||
| Flavor of the Month | VH Films | |||
| 1989 | Huminga Ka Na Hangga't Gusto Mo | Viva Films Belle Star Films |
||
| Engkantadang Kangkarot and Her Magic Talong | GP Films | |||
| 1988 | Lord, Bakit Ako Pa? | Regal Films | ||
| Kapag Napagod ang Puso | VH Films | |||
| Stupid Cupid | Samson | Regal Films | ||
| 1987 | Kalabaw Lang ang Tumatanda | |||
| Tagos ng Dugo | Levie | VH Films | ||
| 1986 | Gabi Na, Kumander | Kampay | Viva Films | |
| Pipo Power | JB Films | |||
| Clarizza | Capricorn Pictures | |||
| 1985 | Climax | Victory Films | ||
| Miguelito: Batang Rebelde | Chino | D'Wonder Films | ||
| Mga Paru-parong Buking | Jimmy | Libran Motion Pictures | ||
| Sanay | Luis | MM Film Patterns International | ||
| 1984 | Makakating Hayop | First Productions | ||
| Bigats | Libran Motion Pictures | |||
| Mga Ibong Pipit | Seiko Films | |||
| The Punks | Golden Productions | |||
| Sex Education | Seiko Films | |||
| Uhaw sa Pag-ibig | Regal Films | |||
| Erpat Kong Forgets | D'Wonder Films | |||
| 1983 | Broken Marriage | Boying | Regal Films | |
| Summer Holiday | ||||
| 1982 | Moral | Celso | Seven Star Productions | |
| Hindi Kita Malimot | Stephen | Regal Films | ||
| Schoolgirls | Egoy's Friend (uncredited) | |||
| Dormitoryo, Buhay Estudyante | Da Desirabulls | All Star Films |
Accolades
edit| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1988
|
Gawad Urian Award | Best Supporting Actor | Kapag Napagod ang Puso | Won |
References
edit- ^abMendoza, Ruel J. (February 11, 2018)."Liberty Boys wax nostalgic at reunion dinner".Philippine Entertainment Portal.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Franche-Borja, Doris (February 17, 2004)."Aktor kinasuhan ng frustrated parracide sa QCPO".The Philippine Star.PhilStar Global.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Calumpita, Ronnie E. (October 28, 2004)."Lito Pimentel faces frustrated parricide for stabbing wife".The Manila Times.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^"Widows' War",Wikipedia,June 12, 2024,retrievedJune 13,2024
- ^"WATCH: Full trailer of 'Lyric and Beat' launched; trends on Twitter".ABS-CBN News.July 13, 2022.RetrievedJuly 13,2022.
- ^Olea, Jerry; Rula, Georgy; Ferrer, Noel (March 29, 2020)."Sam Milby may mensahe sa mga nag-alalang baka may COVID-19 siya".Philippine Entertainment Portal.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Bardinas, Mary Ann (February 11, 2020)."7 gripping, intense scenes people are talking about on A Soldier's Heart".ABS-CBN Entertainment.ABS-CBN Corporation.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Baldono, Krista (March 25, 2019)."Behind-The-Scenes: Pasilip sa kaganapan sa #LBBomba".ABS-CBN Entertainment.ABS-CBN Corporation.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^"Mona prepares for the big switch with Lisa in 'Sana Dalawa Ang Puso'".ABS-CBN Entertainment.ABS-CBN Corporation.March 21, 2020.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^"Aljur: Fresh start good for me".Tempo.January 14, 2018.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^"'Tubig at Langis' tests limits of marriage ".The Philippine Star.January 29, 2016.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Red, Isah (March 11, 2015)."Two brothers, one woman in 'Bridges of Love'".Manila Standard.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^"ABS-CBN'S" Be Careful With My Heart "continues to dominate daytime TV…".Philippine Canadian Inquirer.May 14, 2014.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^"Anne, Robin in action-packed 'Kailangan Ko'y Ikaw' trailer".ABS-CBN News.ABS-CBN Corporation.January 4, 2013.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Jeepney TV(July 25, 2021).Ipaglaban Mo: Desperado (Full Episode 03) | Jeepney TV.YouTube.Google LLC.RetrievedJuly 17,2024.
- ^Hawson, Fred (August 2, 2019)."Movie review: 'Hello, Love, Goodbye' is more than a love story".ABS-CBN News.ABS-CBN Corporation.RetrievedJune 28,2020.
- ^Red, Isah (June 26, 2018)."Viva's suspense thriller in cinemas".Manila Standard.RetrievedJune 28,2020.