Hilda Koronel
🔥 TrendingHilda Koronel (born Susan Reid; January 17, 1957) is a MMFF, FAMAS, Luna and Urian award-winning Filipino actress. Because of her natural gift of acting, Lino Brocka took notice of her and directed her in a weekly drama show, entitled, Hilda. Her career got off to an unprecedented start becoming the youngest winner of the FAMAS Best Supporting Actress award in 1970 right at the beginning of her career which she won at the age of just 13 for her role in the 1970 film Santiago!. In 1975 and 1976,
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Facts about Hilda Koronel
Did you know that Hilda Koronel, despite her iconic status in Philippine cinema, permanently moved abroad in the early 1990s and now resides in London?
- Her birth name is Susan Reid, indicating her mixed heritage with an American father.
- She made her acting debut at age 12 in the 1969 film "Hayop sa Ganda."
- She was a prominent member of the 'Brocka Babies,' a group of actors frequently collaborating with director Lino Brocka.
- Her last major film role was in the critically acclaimed 2013 independent drama "Thelma," after a long hiatus from acting.
- She currently resides in London, England, with her British husband, Ralph Moore, having moved abroad in the 1990s.
Hilda Koronel's career soared under the guidance of National Artist Lino Brocka, becoming his frequent collaborator and muse in critically acclaimed films like 'Maynila sa Kuko ng Liwanag' and 'Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang.' Her exceptional talent was evident from the start, earning her the FAMAS Best Supporting Actress award at just 13 for 'Santiago!' marking an unprecedented early success.
Hilda Koronel's intense and naturalistic acting style left an indelible mark on Philippine cinema, solidifying her status as one of the most iconic dramatic actresses of her generation and a key figure in the industry's Golden Age.