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Tessie Tomas

Tessie Tomas

Stand-up comedian from Philippines 🇵🇭

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About Tessie Tomas

Tessie Tomas is a Filipino actress, screenwriter and stand-up comedian. She has headlined stand-up shows, among them the series Teysi @ Tweynti and TT25 (Tessie Tomas @ 25), a run of stand-up acts marking 25 years in showbiz. On television she hosted Teysi ng Tahanan. She played Imelda Marcos in the HBO telemovie A Dangerous Life, a performance nominated in the Best Actress category at the International Emmy Awards.

Videos (115)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tessie Tomas's real name?

Tessie Tomas was born Rita Theresa Laforteza Hermosa. She is a Filipino actress, screenwriter and stand-up comedian.

Why is Tessie Tomas called the Queen of Daytime TV?

Regarded as the original Queen of Daytime TV, she hosted some of the most successful programs in the Philippines, including Teysi ng Tahanan (1991) and Compañero y Compañera (1997).

What sitcoms has Tessie Tomas been in?

Her sitcom work includes Abangan ang Susunod Na Kabanata from 1991 and Onli in da Pilipins from 1997.

Was Tessie Tomas nominated for an International Emmy?

Yes, her performance in the 1989 film A Dangerous Life made her the first Filipino actress nominated for Best Actress at the International Emmy Awards.

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