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Nova Villa | |
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Born | Novelita Villanueva Gallegos April 16, 1946 |
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Years active | 1960–present |
Relatives | Tiya Pusit (sister) |
Novelita Villanueva Gallegos (born April 16, 1946), better known by her stage name, Nova Villa, is a Filipino actress. [1] Known primarily as the "Goddess of Comedy", [2] [3] [4] she is regarded as one of the pillars in Philippine entertainment and is celebrated as one of the greatest Filipino comedians of all time. [5] [6] She has since appeared in over 150 films and has been prominent in situational comedies such as Chicks to Chicks (1971-1991), Home Along Da Riles (1992-2003) and Pepito Manaloto (2010-present). [7]
Among her many accolades includes the "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal" bestowed by Pope Francis, the highest papal award the Vatican can give a layperson. [8] She is the third actress with the most wins (4) at the PMPC Star Awards for TV in the " Best Comedy Actress" category. She was also honored with the Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Award, [9] Manuel de Leon Award for Exemplary Achievement at the 37th Luna Awards, [10] and the Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Comedy at the 2012 Golden Screen TV Awards. [11]
Villa's sister is the late Myrna Villanueva, also an actress and comedian better known by her screen name Tiya Pusit. [12]
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
---|---|---|---|---|
1960 | Manananggal vs Mangkukulam | |||
1964 | Ang Mahiwagang Pag-Ibig ni Lola Cinderella | |||
Daniel Barrion | ||||
Baril Na Ginto | ||||
Maskarados | ||||
Sa Daigdig ng Fantasia | ||||
1965 | Alyas Batman at Robin | |||
Captain Philippines at Boy Pinoy | ||||
Scarface at Al Capone: Espiya sa Ginto | ||||
Pilipinas Kong Mahal | ||||
1966 | Alyas Phantom | |||
Swanie | ||||
Sa Bawat Lansagan | ||||
1967 | Ex-Convict | |||
1968 | Manila, Open City | Young Girl | ||
Artista ang Aking Asawa | ||||
Alipin ng Busabos | ||||
1969 | 9 Teeners | |||
Batang Palengke | ||||
Young Girl | ||||
Banda 24 | ||||
Stop, Look, Listen | ||||
Agent 7: Our Man Duling | ||||
Mga Alabastro | ||||
Zatoduling (The Cross-Eyed Swordsman) | ||||
1971 | Laff Story | |||
1972 | Boy Galawgaw | |||
Diamonds Are for Eva | ||||
Laug Bag | ||||
1973 | May Isang Brilyante | |||
Inday ng Buhay Ko | ||||
Ito ang Tunay Na Lalaki | ||||
1974 | Enkantadang Payong | |||
Carnival Song | ||||
1975 | Loose Connections | |||
Batu-Bato sa Langit (Ang Tamaa'y Huwag Magagalit) | Noviciada Carcomonia | |||
1976 | Boss, Basta Ikaw (Wa' Na 'Kong Sey) | |||
Wanted... Ded or Alayb (Agad-agad) | ||||
1977 | Masikip Maluwang Paraisong Parisukat | |||
1978 | Dyesebel | Bengenge | ||
1979 | Pinay, American Style | |||
1980 | Iniibig Ko'y... Nakatali | |||
1981 | P.S. I Love You | Vicky | ||
Rocky Tu-log | ||||
Mister Kwekong (Driver ng Punerarya) | ||||
1982 | Si Ako at... Tres Muskiteros! | Ines | ||
Forgive and Forget | Irene | |||
Annie Sabungera | ||||
1983 | Buhay-Misis | |||
1985 | Magchumikap Ka! | |||
Tender Age | ||||
Ano Ka, Hilo? | ||||
S.W.A.K.: Samahang Walang Atrasan sa Kalaban | ||||
1986 | Rocky Four-ma | |||
Captain Barbell | Aling Tinay | |||
Payaso | ||||
1987 | Ako si Kiko, Ako si Kikay | |||
1988 | Leroy Leroy Sinta | |||
Taray at Teroy | Cora | |||
Super Inday and the Golden Bibe | ||||
Love Letters | ||||
I Love You 3x a Day | ||||
Bakit Kinagat ni Adan ang Mansanas ni Eba? | Luming | |||
1989 | Mars Ravelo's Bondying: The Little Big Boy | Luding | ||
Pulis, Pulis sa Ilalim ng Tulay | Wendy | |||
Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin | Lita | |||
Hotdog | ||||
1990 | Twist: Ako si Ikaw, Ikaw si Ako | |||
Tora Tora, Bang Bang Bang | ||||
Michael and Madonna | Cindy | |||
Pido Dida: Sabay Tayo | ||||
Samson & Goliath | ||||
1991 | Pido Dida 2 (Kasal Na) | |||
Eh, Kasi Bisaya | ||||
1992 | Eh, Kasi Bata | |||
1993 | Pido Dida 3: May Kambal Na | |||
Home Along da Riles | ||||
1994 | Hindi Pa Tapos ang Labada, Darling | |||
Si Ayala at Si Zobel | Lilit | |||
1997 | Kokey | Mrs. Querubin | ||
2004 | So Happy Together | Inday | ||
2005 | Happily Ever After | |||
Dreamboy | Mai | |||
Hari ng Sablay: Isang Tama, Sampung Mali | Lola Gracia | |||
2006 | Close to You | Lola Dading | ||
2007 | Desperadas | Margot | ||
2008 | Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia | Lola Nita | (Voice) | |
Desperadas 2 | Margot | |||
2009 | OMG (Oh, My Girl!) | Sita | ||
2012 | Every Breath U Take | Lola Pilar | ||
The Reunion | Manang | |||
Sosy Problems | Patria | [13] [14] | ||
2013 | Raketeros | |||
Kung Fu Divas | ||||
2014 | 1st Ko si 3rd | |||
2015 | All You Need Is Pag-ibig | Loisa | ||
2016 | This Time | Ophelia | ||
2018 | Miss Granny | Feliza "Fely" Malabaño / Miss Granny | [15] | |
2019 | S.O.N.S: Sons of Nanay Sabel | Queen Gracia of Ulteria | ||
2022 | Labyu with an Accent | Lola Tare |
Year | Title | Role | Network |
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1969–1972 | Super Laff-In | Herself | ABS-CBN |
1974–1976 | Baltic & Co. | - | GMA Network |
1979–1987 | Chicks to Chicks [16] | Ines Capistrano [16] | IBC |
1987–1991 | Chika Chika Chicks [16] | ABS-CBN | |
1987–1992 | Palibhasa Lalake | Celestina "Tinay" Segundo | |
1989–1995 | Eat Bulaga! | Co-host | |
1991–1997 | Abangan Ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Tita Delos Santos | |
1992 | Mana-Mana | - | |
The Maricel Drama Special [17] | Various Roles | ||
1992–2003 | Home Along Da Riles | Azon Madamba | |
1997–2001 | Kaya ni Mister, Kaya ni Misis | Goring Magtanggol | |
2001–2003 | Eto Na Ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Tita Delos Santos | |
2003–2005 | Home Along Da Airport | Azon Madamba | |
2004 | Mangarap Ka | Zoila Catacutan | |
2006–2007 | Super Inggo | Lola Juaning | |
2007 | That's My Doc | Octavella "Tita Oc" Flores | |
Your Song: Never Knew Love Like This Before | Janet | ||
Kokey | Sor Aida Sanchez | ||
Super Inggo 1.5: Ang Bagong Bangis | Lola Juaning | ||
2008–2010 | Everybody Hapi | Various | TV5 |
2009 | Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Tiagong Akyat | Martha | ABS-CBN |
2010 | Kokey @ Ako | Sor Aida Sanchez | |
Hapi-er Together | Nympha Cayugyog | TV5 | |
2010–2011 | My Driver Sweet Lover | Aling White | |
2011 | Luv Crazy | Various | |
Nita Negrita | Nana Ima | GMA Network | |
Futbolilits | Lola Ester Cortes | ||
Sugod Mga Kapatid | Mommy Gabby | ||
2012 | My Beloved | Lola Inggay Castor | |
Tweets for My Sweet | Domina delos Santos | ||
2012–2013 | Aso ni San Roque | Ofelia Sandoval | |
2012 | Magpakailanman: The Ryzza Mae Dizon Story | Lola Ester | |
2012–present | Pepito Manaloto | Mimosa "Mimi" Kho | |
2013 | Binoy Henyo | Lola Chato | |
Magpakailanman: Ang Nag-iisang Kontrabida ng Buhay Ko: The Rez and Candy Cortez Story | Mommy | ||
Wagas: The Amy Silvosa and Orly Escovido Love Story | Amy | ||
Magpakailanman: Kislap ng Parol | Erlinda | ||
2014 | Vampire ang Daddy Ko | Meme | |
Kambal Sirena | Ligaya Natividad | ||
2015 | Once Upon a Kiss | Adela Rodrigo | |
Yagit | Adelaida | ||
Marimar | Lola Cruz Perez | ||
Magpakailanman: SaveTheMaid | Manang Hermy | ||
2016 | Dear Uge | Esther | |
Sa Piling ni Nanay | Doña Matilda Mercado | ||
2017 | Destined to be Yours | Purissima "Nana Puring" Melendez | |
Mulawin vs. Ravena | Consuelo "Elo" Manalastas | ||
2018 | Inday Will Always Love You | Loleng Magtibay | |
2019 | Love You Two | Gloria | |
2021 | Owe My Love | Epifania "Mema Eps" delos Santos-Guipit | |
2022 | False Positive | Mamerta "Mema" Ramirez | |
2023 | AraBella | Lola Madonna | |
It's Showtime | Herself / Guest | Kapamilya Channel | |
2023–2024 | Can't Buy Me Love | Salvacion "Lola Nene" de Jesus Bongon |
Year | Award-giving body | Category | Nominated Work | Result | Refs: |
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1987 | PMPC Star Award | Best Comedy Actress | Chika Chika Chiks | Won | |
1991 | PMPC Star Award | Best Comedy Actress | Abangan Ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Won | |
1998 | PMPC Star Award | Best Comedy Actress | Home Along Da Riles | Won | |
2012 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Comedy | — | Won | |
2013 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Gag or Comedy Program | Tweets for My Sweet | Nominated | |
2014 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Gag or Comedy Program | Pepito Manaloto | Won | |
28th Star Awards for Television | Best Comedy Actress | Pepito Manaloto | Nominated | ||
28th Star Awards for Television | Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Award | — | Won | ||
2015 | Gawad Urian Awards | Best Actress | Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktres 1st Ko Si 3rd |
Nominated | |
2015 Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Supporting Actress | All You Need Is Pag-ibig | Nominated | [18] |
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Nova Villa | |
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![]() Villa in 2023 | |
Born | Novelita Villanueva Gallegos April 16, 1946 |
Occupations |
|
Years active | 1960–present |
Relatives | Tiya Pusit (sister) |
Novelita Villanueva Gallegos (born April 16, 1946), better known by her stage name, Nova Villa, is a Filipino actress. [1] Known primarily as the "Goddess of Comedy", [2] [3] [4] she is regarded as one of the pillars in Philippine entertainment and is celebrated as one of the greatest Filipino comedians of all time. [5] [6] She has since appeared in over 150 films and has been prominent in situational comedies such as Chicks to Chicks (1971-1991), Home Along Da Riles (1992-2003) and Pepito Manaloto (2010-present). [7]
Among her many accolades includes the "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal" bestowed by Pope Francis, the highest papal award the Vatican can give a layperson. [8] She is the third actress with the most wins (4) at the PMPC Star Awards for TV in the " Best Comedy Actress" category. She was also honored with the Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Award, [9] Manuel de Leon Award for Exemplary Achievement at the 37th Luna Awards, [10] and the Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Comedy at the 2012 Golden Screen TV Awards. [11]
Villa's sister is the late Myrna Villanueva, also an actress and comedian better known by her screen name Tiya Pusit. [12]
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
---|---|---|---|---|
1960 | Manananggal vs Mangkukulam | |||
1964 | Ang Mahiwagang Pag-Ibig ni Lola Cinderella | |||
Daniel Barrion | ||||
Baril Na Ginto | ||||
Maskarados | ||||
Sa Daigdig ng Fantasia | ||||
1965 | Alyas Batman at Robin | |||
Captain Philippines at Boy Pinoy | ||||
Scarface at Al Capone: Espiya sa Ginto | ||||
Pilipinas Kong Mahal | ||||
1966 | Alyas Phantom | |||
Swanie | ||||
Sa Bawat Lansagan | ||||
1967 | Ex-Convict | |||
1968 | Manila, Open City | Young Girl | ||
Artista ang Aking Asawa | ||||
Alipin ng Busabos | ||||
1969 | 9 Teeners | |||
Batang Palengke | ||||
Young Girl | ||||
Banda 24 | ||||
Stop, Look, Listen | ||||
Agent 7: Our Man Duling | ||||
Mga Alabastro | ||||
Zatoduling (The Cross-Eyed Swordsman) | ||||
1971 | Laff Story | |||
1972 | Boy Galawgaw | |||
Diamonds Are for Eva | ||||
Laug Bag | ||||
1973 | May Isang Brilyante | |||
Inday ng Buhay Ko | ||||
Ito ang Tunay Na Lalaki | ||||
1974 | Enkantadang Payong | |||
Carnival Song | ||||
1975 | Loose Connections | |||
Batu-Bato sa Langit (Ang Tamaa'y Huwag Magagalit) | Noviciada Carcomonia | |||
1976 | Boss, Basta Ikaw (Wa' Na 'Kong Sey) | |||
Wanted... Ded or Alayb (Agad-agad) | ||||
1977 | Masikip Maluwang Paraisong Parisukat | |||
1978 | Dyesebel | Bengenge | ||
1979 | Pinay, American Style | |||
1980 | Iniibig Ko'y... Nakatali | |||
1981 | P.S. I Love You | Vicky | ||
Rocky Tu-log | ||||
Mister Kwekong (Driver ng Punerarya) | ||||
1982 | Si Ako at... Tres Muskiteros! | Ines | ||
Forgive and Forget | Irene | |||
Annie Sabungera | ||||
1983 | Buhay-Misis | |||
1985 | Magchumikap Ka! | |||
Tender Age | ||||
Ano Ka, Hilo? | ||||
S.W.A.K.: Samahang Walang Atrasan sa Kalaban | ||||
1986 | Rocky Four-ma | |||
Captain Barbell | Aling Tinay | |||
Payaso | ||||
1987 | Ako si Kiko, Ako si Kikay | |||
1988 | Leroy Leroy Sinta | |||
Taray at Teroy | Cora | |||
Super Inday and the Golden Bibe | ||||
Love Letters | ||||
I Love You 3x a Day | ||||
Bakit Kinagat ni Adan ang Mansanas ni Eba? | Luming | |||
1989 | Mars Ravelo's Bondying: The Little Big Boy | Luding | ||
Pulis, Pulis sa Ilalim ng Tulay | Wendy | |||
Gawa Na ang Bala para sa Akin | Lita | |||
Hotdog | ||||
1990 | Twist: Ako si Ikaw, Ikaw si Ako | |||
Tora Tora, Bang Bang Bang | ||||
Michael and Madonna | Cindy | |||
Pido Dida: Sabay Tayo | ||||
Samson & Goliath | ||||
1991 | Pido Dida 2 (Kasal Na) | |||
Eh, Kasi Bisaya | ||||
1992 | Eh, Kasi Bata | |||
1993 | Pido Dida 3: May Kambal Na | |||
Home Along da Riles | ||||
1994 | Hindi Pa Tapos ang Labada, Darling | |||
Si Ayala at Si Zobel | Lilit | |||
1997 | Kokey | Mrs. Querubin | ||
2004 | So Happy Together | Inday | ||
2005 | Happily Ever After | |||
Dreamboy | Mai | |||
Hari ng Sablay: Isang Tama, Sampung Mali | Lola Gracia | |||
2006 | Close to You | Lola Dading | ||
2007 | Desperadas | Margot | ||
2008 | Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia | Lola Nita | (Voice) | |
Desperadas 2 | Margot | |||
2009 | OMG (Oh, My Girl!) | Sita | ||
2012 | Every Breath U Take | Lola Pilar | ||
The Reunion | Manang | |||
Sosy Problems | Patria | [13] [14] | ||
2013 | Raketeros | |||
Kung Fu Divas | ||||
2014 | 1st Ko si 3rd | |||
2015 | All You Need Is Pag-ibig | Loisa | ||
2016 | This Time | Ophelia | ||
2018 | Miss Granny | Feliza "Fely" Malabaño / Miss Granny | [15] | |
2019 | S.O.N.S: Sons of Nanay Sabel | Queen Gracia of Ulteria | ||
2022 | Labyu with an Accent | Lola Tare |
Year | Title | Role | Network |
---|---|---|---|
1969–1972 | Super Laff-In | Herself | ABS-CBN |
1974–1976 | Baltic & Co. | - | GMA Network |
1979–1987 | Chicks to Chicks [16] | Ines Capistrano [16] | IBC |
1987–1991 | Chika Chika Chicks [16] | ABS-CBN | |
1987–1992 | Palibhasa Lalake | Celestina "Tinay" Segundo | |
1989–1995 | Eat Bulaga! | Co-host | |
1991–1997 | Abangan Ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Tita Delos Santos | |
1992 | Mana-Mana | - | |
The Maricel Drama Special [17] | Various Roles | ||
1992–2003 | Home Along Da Riles | Azon Madamba | |
1997–2001 | Kaya ni Mister, Kaya ni Misis | Goring Magtanggol | |
2001–2003 | Eto Na Ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Tita Delos Santos | |
2003–2005 | Home Along Da Airport | Azon Madamba | |
2004 | Mangarap Ka | Zoila Catacutan | |
2006–2007 | Super Inggo | Lola Juaning | |
2007 | That's My Doc | Octavella "Tita Oc" Flores | |
Your Song: Never Knew Love Like This Before | Janet | ||
Kokey | Sor Aida Sanchez | ||
Super Inggo 1.5: Ang Bagong Bangis | Lola Juaning | ||
2008–2010 | Everybody Hapi | Various | TV5 |
2009 | Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Tiagong Akyat | Martha | ABS-CBN |
2010 | Kokey @ Ako | Sor Aida Sanchez | |
Hapi-er Together | Nympha Cayugyog | TV5 | |
2010–2011 | My Driver Sweet Lover | Aling White | |
2011 | Luv Crazy | Various | |
Nita Negrita | Nana Ima | GMA Network | |
Futbolilits | Lola Ester Cortes | ||
Sugod Mga Kapatid | Mommy Gabby | ||
2012 | My Beloved | Lola Inggay Castor | |
Tweets for My Sweet | Domina delos Santos | ||
2012–2013 | Aso ni San Roque | Ofelia Sandoval | |
2012 | Magpakailanman: The Ryzza Mae Dizon Story | Lola Ester | |
2012–present | Pepito Manaloto | Mimosa "Mimi" Kho | |
2013 | Binoy Henyo | Lola Chato | |
Magpakailanman: Ang Nag-iisang Kontrabida ng Buhay Ko: The Rez and Candy Cortez Story | Mommy | ||
Wagas: The Amy Silvosa and Orly Escovido Love Story | Amy | ||
Magpakailanman: Kislap ng Parol | Erlinda | ||
2014 | Vampire ang Daddy Ko | Meme | |
Kambal Sirena | Ligaya Natividad | ||
2015 | Once Upon a Kiss | Adela Rodrigo | |
Yagit | Adelaida | ||
Marimar | Lola Cruz Perez | ||
Magpakailanman: SaveTheMaid | Manang Hermy | ||
2016 | Dear Uge | Esther | |
Sa Piling ni Nanay | Doña Matilda Mercado | ||
2017 | Destined to be Yours | Purissima "Nana Puring" Melendez | |
Mulawin vs. Ravena | Consuelo "Elo" Manalastas | ||
2018 | Inday Will Always Love You | Loleng Magtibay | |
2019 | Love You Two | Gloria | |
2021 | Owe My Love | Epifania "Mema Eps" delos Santos-Guipit | |
2022 | False Positive | Mamerta "Mema" Ramirez | |
2023 | AraBella | Lola Madonna | |
It's Showtime | Herself / Guest | Kapamilya Channel | |
2023–2024 | Can't Buy Me Love | Salvacion "Lola Nene" de Jesus Bongon |
Year | Award-giving body | Category | Nominated Work | Result | Refs: |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1987 | PMPC Star Award | Best Comedy Actress | Chika Chika Chiks | Won | |
1991 | PMPC Star Award | Best Comedy Actress | Abangan Ang Susunod Na Kabanata | Won | |
1998 | PMPC Star Award | Best Comedy Actress | Home Along Da Riles | Won | |
2012 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Helen Vela Lifetime Achievement Award for Comedy | — | Won | |
2013 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Gag or Comedy Program | Tweets for My Sweet | Nominated | |
2014 | Golden Screen TV Awards | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Gag or Comedy Program | Pepito Manaloto | Won | |
28th Star Awards for Television | Best Comedy Actress | Pepito Manaloto | Nominated | ||
28th Star Awards for Television | Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Award | — | Won | ||
2015 | Gawad Urian Awards | Best Actress | Pinakamahusay na Pangunahing Aktres 1st Ko Si 3rd |
Nominated | |
2015 Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Supporting Actress | All You Need Is Pag-ibig | Nominated | [18] |