Manny Castañeda

Manny Castaneda
Born
Manuel Castañeda
NationalityFilipino
Occupations
  • Actor
  • director
  • screenwriter
Years active1979–2024
Notable workOro, Plata, Mata; Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas; Sic O'Clock News; Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo

Manny Castaneda (died June 30, 2024) was a Filipino actor, director and screenwriter.

Career

Castañeda first appeared as an actor in the movie Aliw.[1] He was best known for his roles in Oro Plata Mata, Sana’y Wala Nang Wakas, and Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo.[2]

He also directed the movies Sa Kabilugan ng Buwan, May Isang Pamilya, and Shame.[3]

Death

Castañeda was found dead in his apartment on June 30, 2024, three days after he was last seen.[4] According to his nephew, he died due to complications of heart and kidney disease.[1]

Filmography

As an actor

As a director

  • Gwapings Dos (1993)
  • Shake, Rattle and Roll V (1994)
  • April, May, June (1998)

As a writer

As a radio host

References

  1. ^ a b Uson, Melanie (July 2, 2024). "Manny Castañeda's nephew reveals actor died from heart, kidney complications". Philippine Star.
  2. ^ Lacsamana, BH (July 3, 2023). "Actor-director Manny Castañeda, 69". Business World. Retrieved July 3, 2024.
  3. ^ "Actor-director Manny Castañeda dies". Rappler.
  4. ^ Severo, Jan Miulo (July 2, 2024). "Manny Castañeda found dead in his apartment after 3 days; no foul play involved". Philippine Star.
Stub icon

This article about an actor in the Philippines is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.