It has been a long journey for Vilma Santos. In the past six decades as a movie/TV actress, host, and producer, countless fanatics have been enthralled by her brilliance, and her opulent career is now imprinted in the history of Philippine entertainment. In the first episode of a two-part anniversary special titled “Anim Na Dekada… Nag-Iisang Vilma,” she traces her filmography, its nooks and crannies, reliving significant memories in her 60 illustrious years in showbiz. Chatting with the King of Talk Boy Abunda, Vilma revisited the year 1963 when she was 9 years old and her uncle, who was a cameraman in Sampaguita Pictures, asked her to audition for the film “Anak, Ako Ang Iyong Ina” since she loved performing at home during fiestas.

When she went to the studio with her mom, out of curiosity, she lined up for a different film audition where Bella Flores and Boy Alano asked her to dramatically utter the line, “Hindi po, Nanay. Hindi ko po ginawa ‘yun!” She delivered more than what was asked for and that’s how “Trudis Liit” was born. She did both movies at the same time. In 1970, Vilma, or Ate Vi, had 26 films under her belt. It was the era when motion pictures had surface-level characters and plots. Just put a love team on screen, have them act out a plain-sailing story of lovers resolving their quarrel after a serenade, and voila! Vilma said work felt like play at the time, and the best part was fangirling over bigger stars like Susan Roces and Amalia Fuentes in the studio. She also had ‘rakets’ as the 3am finale act in fiestas. “Hindi ko natapos ang pag-aaral ko dahil lang doon,” she opened up. “Ngayon ko na-realize how important education is, na siyang ginagawa ko sa aking mga anak at sa mga tao na pinapaalalahanan ko, ‘Huwag n’yong pababayaan ang inyong pag-aaral.’” From her loveteam era that started with Bobot Mortiz (together, they were pitted against Nora Aunor and Tirso Cruz III), she ventured into suspense and action-packed movies with her name in the title. Producers thought of banking on ‘star value’ to clash with the popularity of ‘bomba films,’ said Vilma, noting that her showbiz rival Nora’s filmography followed the same trajectory. But, what set her apart from her contemporaries was her boldness that illuminated her versatility. She did “Dyesebel” and “Darna” which required a little display of skin. Vilma thinks her fair complexion was one factor that landed her the iconic roles. She became more animated while sharing an anecdote about her flight as Darna, saying the RVM nuns required her to wear body stockings with the Darna bikini. But during the press conference, her manager wanted her to take the stockings off. And she ended up giving in.

She went on to divulge the challenging parts of portraying Darna at a time when filmmaking was very low-tech. Her transformation from Narda to Darna was manually shot, with the camera set up in place as she finishes her makeup. She had to balance on a table while facing an electric fan for wind effect, “Alam mo ba ‘yung pakiramdam ko doon? ‘Pag bangon ko do’n, sumusuka ako sa hirap, sa pagod, at sakit ng ulo ko.” She also had to be suspended from a spinning crane. “Lahat ‘yun dinaanan ko pero at least naging Darna ako.” When she was offered “Tag-ulan Sa Tag-araw,” she was fascinated by the idea of working with Celso Ad Castillo and Christopher de Leon until it dawned on her that the story touches on incest. “Hindi pa ako gano’n ka-keen para pag-aralan ang mga roles. I took that role because it was Celso Ad Castillo.” She collaborated again with the genius director in “Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak” where she was given a three-page script to memorize. Eventually, she had to graduate from girl-next-door roles. And “Burlesk Queen” (1977) was her trial by fire. She had to think a million times before accepting the role, which she did because of the story about a loving daughter taking care of her paralytic father played by the great Leopoldo Salcedo. It was directed by Celso Ad Castillo, who, as he told Vilma, cried for the first time while directing a scene – the dramatic moment between Vilma and Leopoldo as the latter’s character dies.

She was required to dress in a sexy costume and dance erotically in a burlesque theater with a real audience. Four cameras were set up and all she had to do was dance for five minutes. But that’s easier said than done. Vilma backed out four times until her producer promised her a luxury car, which she didn’t get. She gulped alcohol backstage and did her assignment, “Basta kumembot ako nang kumembot. Hindi ko alam ang pinagagagawa ko doon, basta alam ko burleque dancer ako.” And so her star was propelled to greater heights. “After I did that movie, I think it was the turning point, itinuring naman akong parang aktres na.” In 1976, she started producing films With “Mga Rosas Sa Putikan.” “Basta alam ko lang producer ako, manggagaling sa akin ang pera na gagamitin sa shooting. And then, sila na ang bahala kung sinong artista ang kukunin, anong mga eksena, saan ang shooting.” It was followed by “Pagputi Ng Uwak , Pag-itim ng Tagak” where she was paired with Bembol Roco. The film, which was three years in the making, was critically acclaimed but it pushed her into a financial mess, back to zero, caused by mismanagement. She ventured into an unfamiliar territory hoping to add to her income but ended up bankrupt. She faced legal cases and was losing her assets including her house. How she surpassed this ordeal was a testament to her durability as a star and a woman. What she did was finish her slated movies with Regal Entertainment and VIVA Films as she had already asked for the talent fee in advance. Then, she accepted the variety show “Vilma!” just to make ends meet, even if she had to sacrifice her Sundays meant for family day. Therefore, without her noticing, her family life started to suffer.

In the next gap, Vilma shared her experiences with the finest, most iconic directors who sharpened her acting skills, making their styles distinct in her own words. We sensed pride when she talked about working with female filmmakers who sparked her fight for women empowerment. “I’m very honored na makagawa ng mga pelikula na ipinakita kung gaano kalakas at anong karapatan meron ang isang babae,” she expressed, pertaining to “Bata, Bata Paano Ka Ginawa” (1998); “Alyas Baby Tsina” (1984); “Dahil Mahal Kita: The Dolzura Cortez Story” (1993), the first Filipino movie about AIDS; “Ipagpatawad Mo” (1991), the first film to tackle autism, and “Relasyon” (1982) where she played a mistress. In the context of style, she described Olivia Lamasa as strict, meticulous, and has a very strong personality. Laurice Guillen is quiet, simple but intelligent and she is clear about her vision such as in “Dahil Mahal Kita: The Dolzura Cortez Story” where she aimed to paint a woman’s strength. She thought of Marilou Diaz-Abaya as technical and very specific about blocking. She’ll never get tired of saying that Celso Ad Castillo was a genius.

It was Lino Brocka who taught her the power of eye expression in that he would ask her to just look in a specific direction when uttering her lines. He was also very specific about which point Vilma’s tear must drop, and he demonstrates his required acting. ishmael Bernal was one of the most casual directors she worked with. He wanted scenes to appear as natural as possible, in which the character does many things at once. Vilma found “malambing” the perfect word to remember Eddie Garcia. But when he’s on the director’s chair, he becomes so strict and perfectionist he packed up a taping just because the production team forgot to put napkins on a table setup. Danny Zialcita was the “anything goes” type of a director. Without the traditional script, he would think of dialogues (the casual, the better) on the spot and write it down on a cigarette pack. “Siya lang ang direktor na nakakaalam kung ano ang gusto niya sa pelikula niya. At kaya niyang gawin ‘yun sa sarili niyang editing kaya hindi niya kailangan ‘yung sequence.” He was so laidback he can film in his own house. When asked if she was ever shouted at by a director, Vilma admitted she had an ‘unprofessional’ phase as well, making up excuses to cancel shoots just because she wasn’t in the mood. In modern lexicon, it’s a feeling of burnout, and it was because she started working young. As she matures in the industry, Vilma got more aware of the hard work and sacrifices of people working behind the cameras. And that’s when she realized the value of professionalism.

In the audience were people who took part in the molding of her career. There was Jeffrey Jeturian, who first worked with Vilma as a production assistant in “Alyas Baby Tsina,” then, became her director in “Ekstra” (2013). Jeffrey related that they finished “Ekstra” within 12 days, which was miraculous as Vilma’s films typically take months to finish due to her busy schedule as a public servant. She almost backed out after taping for 24 hours on their first day, so the production had to realign their schedules. For Jeffrey, the Star of All Seasons is the type of actress who does things right even without instructions, which is why directors no longer need to motivate her. Also present was Tony Reyes, who shared anecdotes about Vilma taking on action-packed stunts in “Takbo, Vilma, Dali” (1972); and “Lipad, Darna, Lipad” (1973), the first fantasy movie to feature three villains – Celia Rodriguez, Gloria Romero, and Liza Lorena. The film was also distributed in different parts of Asia. Vilma’s beauty, talent, and brilliance graced television as well. Her variety show “Vilma In Person” or VIP (later Vilma!) garnered 47 percent in viewership, which was one of the highest ratings in Philippine TV history. It was the time when Vilma suffered from a financial ordeal and she wanted to just have a weekly income. Fortunately, the show lasted 15 years.  Choreographer Maribeth Bichara boasts about the professionalism and passion Vilma showcased as a performer. “She puts her mind, her heart, and soul into the dance. Napaka-perfectionist.” She has a commanding presence but is always friendly to everyone. According to producer Chit Guerrero, Vilma doesn’t settle for less – from choreography to set design and costumes. Everything must be a perfect fit whenever Vilma performs. Of course, she has to be comfortable to perform well. One time, she was disappointed to find the stage set up like a garden when it was supposed to look like a jungle to match her dance. The production people revamped the stage on the spot. In another episode, her foot got stuck in a cobweb prop, so the dancers had to adlib. Though the viewers surely didn’t notice, Vilma fought to repeat the opening prod in the show’s second gap. Chit had to give in. She further revealed that even when they would have quarrels due to differences in creativity, Vilma would never take it personally.

ABS-CBN Executive Cory Vidanes, who worked as a production assistant for Vilma’s variety show, fondly talked via VTR how she has known her through the years. “She’s a multitalented, excellent artist who remains humble, simple, sincere, and grateful. She has so much love to give everybody. She valued everyone she worked with. Ate Vi was somebody who loved people. She loved her audience. She loves her Vilmanians, that’s why until this day, they continue to support her.” Cory used to assist Vilma in her shoots and recording, writing down the lyrics of her songs on idiot boards. And she is proud to have started her career in production with Vilma, who was the epitome of perfection and excellence. At that point, Tito Boy called in Concert Queen Pops Fernandez to sing “Star For All Seasons,” which was written by Vilmanians as a poem and given music by Louie Ocampo. The Vilmanians also handpicked Pops to interpret the song. As part of the celebration, Kapamilya stars like Regine Velasquez, Jolina Magdangal, Melai Cantiveros, Gary Valenciano, Martin Nievera, and Tirso Cruz III sent in their greetings for the Star For All Seasons. In the second part of Vilma’s anniversary special, she reunites with Christopher de Leon and Claudine Barretto and turns emotional when prompted to talk about her husband Ralph Recto. Plus, we’ll finally discover who baptized Vilma the moniker “Star for All Seasons.” – Liezel dela Cruz, ABS CBN News, 19 Feb 2023 (READ MORE)

‘The Star for All Seasons’ Vilma Santos comes home to ABS-CBN and relives her 60 illustrious years in the industry with the ‘King of Talk’ Boy Abunda in a two-part TV special titled “Anim na Dekada Nag-Iisang Vilma” airingthis Saturday (Feb.18) and Sunday (Feb. 19) on Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, and A2Z. “Nandito ang puso ko. Napakalaki rin ng utang na loob ko sa estasyong ito. Alam na nito ang buong buhay ko. Ang ABS-CBN, pamilya na. Parte na ito ng buhay ko for 60 years. For 60 years, kasama ko ang ABS-CBN,” Vilma said in the TV Patrol interview when asked why she chose ABS-CBN as the platform to produce her special milestone in the industry. In the said celebration, Vilma rekindles her early years in the industry, as well as some of her most memorable roles during this period including “Trudis Liit” in 1963. Viewers will also get a chance to meet the other sides of Vilma through the lenses of herpast leading men, directors, and friends including Christopher de Leon, Claudine Baretto, as well as members of her loyal army of Vilmanians present in the said celebration at the Dolphy Theater. The multi-awarded actress will also share details about her current vocation as a public servant, as well as her private life away from the limelight. The special also includes an exciting talkback segment with stars and leading players who learned important lessons from her. The two-part special will air thisFebruary 18and 19at 8:30 PM to 10:30 PMon Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, Jeepney TV, and A2Z. It will also be aired on a delayed telecast on TV5, 10:30PM and will also be available on ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel for seven days. – Manila Bulletin Entertainment (READ MORE)

Knows n’yo ba kung anong pelikula ang nagpatunay at naging “resibo” ng Star For All Seasons na si Vilma Santos para matawag siyang isang tunay na aktres? Nagsimula si Ate Vi sa mundo ng showbiz bilang child star (sa edad na 9) at ngayon ngang 2023 ay ipinagdiriwang na niya ang kanyang ika-60 anibersaryon sa entertainment industry. In fairness, napakarami nang napatunayan ng aktres at dating public servant sa loob ng anim na dekada niya sa mundo ng showbiz pati na rin sa larangan ng politika kaya naman nananatili pa rin ang pagrespeto at pagpapahalaga sa kanya ng madlang pipol. Sa pagse-celebrate niya ng kanyang 60th anniversary sa showbiz ay binalikan ni Ate Vi ang ilan sa mga highlights ng kanyang career bilang aktres at bilang movie icon. Sa anniversary special na inihanda ng ABS-CBN para kay Vilma na may titulong “Anim na Dekada Nag-iisang Vilma,” ibinahagi ni Ate Vi ang ilang “untold stories” sa likod ng kanyang award-winning films. Isa na nga riyan ang pelikulang ginawa niya kung saan kinilala ang kanyang husay sa pag-arte at binansagan pang “real actress” noong mga panahong yun – ang “Burlesk Queen.” Tinanong siya ni Boy Abunda na nagsilbing host ng “Anim na Dekada Nag-iisang Vilma” tungkol sa controversial film niyang “Burlesk Queen” na ipinalabas noong 1977. Ayon kay Ate Vi, ang dati niyang manager na si William Lery ang nag-challenge sa kanya na gumawa ng mga pelikulang hahamon sa kanyang pagiging aktres at hindi lamang basta isang artista. “It’s about time that you take the risk of doing mga controversial films. And show your acting. Kailangan kapag sinabing Vilma Santos, kailangan ang sabihin nila aktres,” ang sabi raw sa kanya ng yumaong talent manager. Nu’ng una raw ay nagdalawang-isip siya kung tatanggapin ang naturang proyekto na idinirek ni Celso Ad Castillo na inilarawan pa niyang “great director.” Parang hindi raw niya kayang magsuot ng super revealing and sexy costume lalo na ang gumawa ng sexy dance number sa harap ng maraming tao. Ngunit nang i-explain na raw sa kanya ni Direk Celso ang magiging karakter niya sa “Burlesk Queen” ay tinanggap na rin niya ito at talagang nilakasan na lamang niya ang kanyang loob sa mga maiinit niyang eksena. At tulad ng inaasahan ng kanyang manager, nabigyan ni Ate Vi nang hustisya ang kanyang role. Sa katunayan, naiyak pa raw si Direk Celso sa dying scene ng tatay ni Chato (Ate Vi) na ginampanan ni Leopoldo Salcedo. For the first time in his career, sabi niya, as a director umiyak siya sa isang eksena. That was the scene with Leopoldo Salcedo,” pagbabahagi ng aktres. “When I did that movie I think I was 21-22 years old. I took the risk. After that movie, that was the turning point, itinuring naman akong parang aktres na. “Parang doon lang ako first time nakarinig na, hindi na pinag-usapan na ka-loveteam ako kundi pinag-usapan na, ‘Vilma Santos, you’re such a good actress!’” sey pa niya.” – Ervin Santiago, Bandera, 20 Feb 2023 (READ MORE)

Nakakatuwang pakinggan ang mga kwento ni Star For All Seasons Vilma Santos sa kanyang anim na dekadang journey sa industriya sa pamamagitan ng isang 2-part TV special na ibinigay sa kanya ng ABS-CBN bilang pagpupugay at selebrasyon sa kanyang 60th anniversary. May titulong Anim na Dekada… Nag-iisang Vilma hosted by Boy Abunda, napanood ang TV special nitong nakaraang Sabado at Linggo. Isa sa mga kwento ni Ate Vi ay kung paano nagkandaubos-ubos ang pera niya nang subukan niyang magtatag ng produksyon (VS Films) at mag-produce ng mga pelikula noong taong 1978. Naka-apat na pelikula raw siya at ang huli nga ay ang award-winning film na Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak na pinagbidahan nila ni Bembol Rocco. Pagbabalik-tanaw ni Ate Vi, nalugi raw siya at nagkaubos-ubos ang pera niya habang ginagawa nila ang Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak dahil three years in the making daw ito. “Naubos ang pera ko, kumuha ako ng pera, nag-advance ako ng pera sa Regal (Films), nag-advance ako ng pera sa Viva (Films) para itaya ko du’n dahil three years in the making nga. “Hindi pa natatapos, wala na akong pera. Utang na ako, utang. Puro utang na. Gagawin ko pa lang ‘yung pelikula sa Regal at sa Viva, wala nang ibabayad sa ‘kin dahil in-advance ko na just for that movie,” kwento ni ate Vi. Pero nang ipalabas nga raw ito sa mga sinehan ay hindi raw ito kumita kaya ang laki ng nalugi sa kanya. “It didn’t make money but it gave me prestige. It gave prestige to my VS Films. Napakaganda kasi nu’ng pelikula, sa totoo lang,” aniya. “Si Bembol Rocco ang leading man du’n. Nu’ng umpisahan namin ‘yung pelikula, may buhok pa si Bembol. Bago matapos ang pelikula, kalbo na si Bembol,” natatawang pagbabalik-tanaw pa ni Vilma.

Isa sa dahilan kung bakit siya nalugi ay mismanagement. Naloko raw siya na iniikot na sa buong probinsiya ang pelikula pero hindi niya alam at hindi na sa kanya napupunta ang kita. “So, ‘yung lahat ng pinagtrabahuhan ko, inutang ko, at the end of the day, bago nalaman ko, ang dami ko na palang utang, may demanda pa ako sa BIR (Bureau of Internal Reve­nue),” pagre-recall ni Vi. “That was isa sa pinaka-lowest point ng buhay ko. When I was financially back to zero,” patuloy niya. Pati raw ang bahay na tinitirhan niya ay muntik pang makuha ng bangko. Bale ba ay buntis daw siya kay Luis Manzano nang mangyari ‘yun kaya isa rin sa fear niya ay baka hindi na siya tanggapin pa ng mga tao pagkatapos niyang manganak. Pero ipinaubaya na lang daw niya kay Lord at nagdasal na lang daw siya. “Ang sikreto at kaya ako naka-survive, accep­tance. Tinanggap ko na ito ang sitwasyon ko ngayon at tatatrabahuhin ko ang mga pelikulang ito na kinuhanan ko ng tigwa-walong pelikula, Viva at Regal, not a single centavo on my palm,” tsika ni Ate Vi. Kaya tinanggap daw niya ang Vilma TV show para naman may pang-araw-araw siyang panggastos dahil ang kinikita niya sa pelikula ay diretso sa bangko para ibayad sa utang. Pero siyempre, nakabawi rin naman siya nang bonggang-bongga later on. Hindi na muling sinubok pa ni Ate Vi ang pagpo-produce lalo pa nga’t nag-focus na rin siya sa politics later on.” – Vinia Vivar – Pang-masa, 20 Feb 2023 (READ MORE)

Politician-actress Vilma Santos-Recto started her career at the age of nine and from then on starred in dozens of films and television shows that etched her name in the annals of entertainment history. As she reached 60 years in the industry, Santos took a trip back memory lane to recall her colorful journey including her firsts and best moments, and her ups and downs as an actress and producer. In an ABS-CBN special dubbed as “Anim na Dekada Nag-iisang Vilma,” the veteran actress, who is dubbed the Star For All Seasons, shared many untold stories about the films and people she worked with in her illustrious career. With tons of movies under her belt, there were several projects that were pivotal in her enduring career in show business – including the film that she felt made her a “real actress.” Among the topics brought up by host Boy Abunda was Santos taking on the controversial film “Burlesk Queen” in 1977, despite being one of showbiz’s most popular at that time. According to the actress, her late manager William Lery challenged her to do projects that would establish her as a true actress, and not just as the other half of a love team. “It’s about time that you take the risk of doing mga controversial films. And show your acting. Kailangan pag sinabing Vilma Santos, kailangan ang sabihin nila aktres,” she recalled her manager telling her. So while she had apprehensions with the film, Santos decided to accept the role as Chato. The film was directed by Celso Ad Castillo, whom she described as a genius. Santos was admittedly worried about her revealing costume and the burlesque dance that she had to do in some scenes. But Castillo explained to the actress the real motive of her character, convincing her fully to do “Burlesk Queen.” Just as Lery predicted, Santos excelled in the movie. In fact, she was able to put Castillo into tears while they filmed the dying scene of Chato’s father, portrayed by Leopoldo Salcedo. “For the first time in his career, sabi niya, as a director umiyak siya sa isang eksena. That was the scene with Leopoldo Salcedo,” Santos said. Another highlight of the film was her burlesque dance inside a theater which, she revealed, was shot in front of a real burlesque audience in Cubao. The said dancing sequence was postponed four times as Santos was scared to perform in front of an audience. She eventually did it after drinking alcohol before shooting the scene. Her gamble on “Burlesk Queen” paid off, Santos recounted. “When I did that movie I think I was 21-22 years old. I took the risk. After that movie, that was the turning point, itinuring naman akong parang aktres na,” Santos said smiling. “Parang doon lang ako first time nakarinig na, hindi na pinag-usapan na ka-loveteam [ako] kundi pinag usapan na, ‘Vilma Santos, you’re such a good actress.’” The second part of the ABS-CBN Special will be aired on Sunday, February 19.” – Karl Cedrick Basco, ABS-CBN News, 19 Feb 2023 (READ MORE)

Nagbalik ang nag-iisang Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos sa ABS-CBN sa pagdiriwang niya ng ika-60 anibersaryo sa industriya sa two-part special na Anim na Dekada Nag-Iisang Vilma na mapapanood sa Kapamilya Channel, Kapamilya Online Live, at A2Z na ang first part at napanood kahapon at ngayong Linggo (Feb.19). “Nandito ang puso ko. Napakalaki rin ng utang na loob ko sa estasyong ito. Alam na nito ang buong buhay ko. Ang ABS-CBN, pamilya na. Parte na ito ng buhay ko for 60 years. For 60 years, kasama ko ang ABS-CBN,” paliwanag ni Vilma sa isang TV Patrol interview kung bakit sa ABS-CBN niyang pinili na ipalabas ang kanyang anniversary special. Kasama ang King of Talk Boy Abunda, nag-umpisang balikan ni Vilma ang kanyang mga unang taon bilang aktres at ilan sa mga tumatak niyang roles kasama ang pagbida bilang Trudis Liit noong 1963. Makakasama rin niya sa selebrasyon sina Christopher de Leon, Claudine Barretto, at ang kanyang matapat na grupo ng Vilmanians na magkukuwento rin ng ilang hindi malilimutang karanasan nila kasama ang aktres. Bukod dito, mas nakikilala pa ng manonood sa Vilma sa ilang interviews ng kanyang naging leading man, direktor pati na ang iba pa niyang kaibigan. Ibabahagi rin ni Vilma ang kanyang buhay ngayon bilang isang pulitiko pati na rin ang iba niyang pinagkakaabalahan tulad ng vlogging. Mapapanood din ang delayed telecast nito sa TV5 ng 10:30 p.m. at available rin ito on demand sa YouTube ng ABS-CBN Entertainment.’ – Salve V. Asis, Pilipino Star Ngayon, 19 Feb 2023 (READ MORE)

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