Fernando Poe
Allan Fernando Reyes Poe (November 27, 1916 – October 23, 1951) was a Filipino actor and film director during the early era of cinema in the Philippines.
Poe was the father of Fernando Poe Jr., who later became a prominent actor and film industry icon. Prior to his son's rise to fame, he was known as Fernando Poe; he was later referred to as Fernando Poe Sr. to distinguish him from his son. He directed the first Darna film in 1951 before he died in the same year. As a leading man, he was often cast opposite Mona Lisa. He died because of Rabies.
Poe was the father of Fernando Poe Jr., who later became a prominent actor and film industry icon. Prior to his son's rise to fame, he was known as Fernando Poe; he was later referred to as Fernando Poe Sr. to distinguish him from his son. He directed the first Darna film in 1951 before he died in the same year. As a leading man, he was often cast opposite Mona Lisa. He died because of Rabies.
Known For
19 titles
The Dawn of Freedom
Tatlong Maria
Giliw Ko
Hagibis
The 13th Sultan
Ali Mudin
Forbidden Women
Minda Mora
Zamboanga
Carmencita Mia
A La Viva!
Milyonaryng Hampas-Lupa
Leron Leron Sinta
Palaris
Dilim at Liwanag
Dugo at Bayan
Hanggang Langit
Biyak na Bato
Awit ni Palaris
