ReligionRoman Catholic Years active1962-present SiblingsAlvin Anson, Oca Anson
Full NameMaria Elisa Cristobal Anson-Roa BornJanuary 30, 1945 (age 70) (1945-01-30) Manila, Commonwealth of the Philippines OccupationActress, host, columnist, editor, lecturer SpouseFrancisco "King" Rodrigo Jr (m. 2014), Pete Roa (m. 1964–2007) ChildrenChiqui Roa-Puno, Leah Roa Cuevas, Ben Roa, Joey Roa ParentsOscar Moreno, Belen Cristobal MoviesMano Po, Unfriend, Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love, Blue Moon, Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di Similar PeopleBarbara Perez, Ronaldo Valdez, Gloria Romero, Amalia Fuentes, Chanda Romero
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María Elisa Cristóbal-Anson (born January 30, 1945), known as Boots Anson-Roa, is a Filipino actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer.
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Early life
Anson-Roa, a Bicolana, is the eldest daughter of post-war matinee idol Oscar Moreno, then known as the Robert Taylor of the Philippines, and Belen Cristobal, a descendant of Epifanio de los Santos. She finished her primary and secondary education at the posh Assumption Convent, Manila.
Personal life
Anson-Roa was married to Pedro "Pete" Roa, her co-host in the series Dance-o-Rama from 1964 until his death in 2007. The couple had four children and nine grandchildren.
On November 30, 2013, she was engaged to lawyer Francisco Rodrigo Jr., son of Senator Francisco Soc Rodrigo They married on June 14, 2014.
Educational background
A.B. Speech and Drama: University of the Philippines, 1960–1964 (thesis incomplete)
Basic Journalism: Georgetown University, Washington D.C. – 1983
Public and Media Relations: Georgetown University, Washington D.C. – 1984
Television Production: Media General Cable Network, Virginia – 1993
Acting career
Anson-Roa began acting in 1968, appearing opposite prestigious names of her generation like Dante Rivero, Joseph Estrada and Fernando Poe, Jr. under Sampaguita Pictures and with the legendary caviteño Ramon Revilla Sr. She was given Lifetime Achievement awards by FAMAS and Star Awards, for all her contributions to the media industry.
Awards, honors and distinctions received
Outstanding Movie Personality: PMPC – 1979
FAMAS Award for Uplifting the Movie Industry: FAMAS Awards – 1976
Best Emcee ALIW Awards: – 1979–1981
Ten Outstanding Women in the Nation's Service Award: TOWNS Foundation – 1974
Gintong Ina Awardee: Guillermo Mendoza Foundation – 1994
Outstanding Parents of the Year: Gintong Ina Foundation – 1994-1998
Women Who Make a Difference: Soroptimist International – 1995
Outstanding Women in Media: Philippine Women's University – 1995
Outstanding Media Practitioner: Eastern Telecommunications – 1997
Outstanding Alumna: University of the Philippines – June 2000
Lifetime Achievement Award: Star Awards for Movies – March 2001
Lifetime Achievement Award: FAMAS Awards – March 2003
Best TV Actress (MMK:Kamison – 22nd Golden Dove Awards – 2014
Outstanding Manilan Award – 2017
Membership in professional organizations
Member, Board: Balikatan sa Kaunlaran – 1997–present
Vice-Chairman for Television: Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas, Metro Manila Chapter – 1998–present
Chairman: Friends of PHSA (Philippine High School for the Arts, CCP) – 1995–present
Vice-Chairman: National Commission for Culture and the Arts – Film Committee
Director: U.P. Arts and Letters Alumni Foundation – 1995
Trustee: MOWELFUND – 1994–present
Publications
Columnist/ Feature Writer: Manila–U.S. Mail – 1992–1993
Lecturer/Trainer on Media, Communications, Culture, Performing Arts, Public and Human Relations, Women, Family and Values
Conference/ conventions
RP-China Film Exchange Program: Beijing, China – March 2002
20th UNESCO International Media Conference: UNESCO Headquarters, Paris, France – March 1999
International Congress on Communications: Mariapolis Center, Rome, Italy – June 2000
Community involvement
Public Relations Officer: Assumption Alumnae – 1987–1993
Governor: Philippine National Red Cross – 1980–1982
Director/ PRO: U.P.-PGH Medical Foundation – 1979–1981
Director/ Board Member: National Commission on the Rehabilitation of the Disabled – 1979
Director/ Resource Person: Philippine Mental Health Association, Quezon City Chapter – 1979–1980
Benefactor/ Advisor: DARE (Anti-Drug Foundation)
Adviser: Philippine Association for the Deaf – 1977–1982
Civil service
Anson-Roa ran for a seat in the Senate of the Philippines in 2004 under the Koalisyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino (KNP). She has held a variety of positions, including Executive Director of MOWELFUND, Inc;
Movies
Siete Dolores (1968)
Ang Kawatan (1969)
Adriana (1969)
Rowena (1969) Sonya
Si Darna at ang Planetman (1969) Cynthia
Wanted: Perfect Mother (1970)
Santiago! (1970) Rowena
I Love Mama, I Love Papa (1971)
The Wonderful World of Music (1971)
Living Doll (1971)
Ang Kampana sa Santa Quiteria (1971)
Liezl at Ang 7 Hoods (1971)
El Vibora (1972) Cecilia
Tatay Na Si Erap (1972)
Santo Domingo (1972
Villa Miranda (1972)
Ang Agila At Ang Araw (1973)
Zoom, Zoom, Superman! (1973) Superman's Creator
Tanikalang Dugo (1973)
Ander Di Saya Si Erap (1973)
James Wong (1973)
Paruparong Itim (1973)
May Isang Tsuper ng Taksi (1974)
Dalawa Ang Nagdalantao Sa Akin (1974)
Bawal: Asawa Mo, Asawa Ko (1974)
Sumigaw Ka Hanggang Ibig Mo! (1974)
Lulubog Lilitaw Sa Ilalim Ng Tulay (1974) Sister Elisa
Pagsapit ng Dilim (1975)
Anak ng Araw (1975)
Anino ng Araw (1975)
Saan Ka Pupunta Ms. Lutgarda Nicolas? (1975) Lutgarda Nicolas
Ang Pag-Ibig Ko'y Huwag Mong Sukatin (1975)
Mga Uhaw na Bulaklak (1975)
Isang Gabi, Tatlong Babae (1975)
Isinumpa (1975)
Postcards From China (1975)
The Goodfather (1975)
Ang Lihim ni Rosa Henson Sa Buhay ni Kumander Lawin (1976) Rosa Henson Averion
Tatlong Kasalanan (1976)
Daigdig ng Lagim (1976)
Hubad na Bayani (1977)
Mga Mata ni Angelita (1978) Mother Superior
Camerino (1978)
Tonyong Bayawak (1979)
Angelita... Ako ang Iyong Ina (1980) Mother Superior
Hiwaga (1980)
Tembong (1980)
P.S. I Love You (1981) Isabel
Jack en Jill Sa Amerika (1988)
Doring Dorobo (1993)
The Myrna Diones Story: Lord, Have Mercy! (1993)
Kadenang Bulaklak (1993) Mrs. Hidalgo
May Minamahal (1993) Becky
Mayor Cesar Climaco (1994) Julia Floreta-Climaco
Bawal na Gamot (1994)
Grepor Butch Belgica Story (1994)
The Maggie dela Riva Story: God... Why Me? (1994)
The Anabelle Huggins Story – Ruben Ablaza Tragedy: Mea Culpa (1995)
Kahit Harangan ng Bala (1995) Aling Cedes
The Lilian Velez Story: Till Death Do Us Part (1995)
Mangarap Ka (1995) Belen
Kay Pait ng Bukas (1996)
Ama, Ina, Anak (1996) Cita Nolasco
Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos 2 (1997)
Nagmumurang Kamatis (1997)
Flames: The Movie (1997) Amparo (segment "Pangako")
May Isang Pamilya (1999) Isabel
Hinahanap-Hanap Kita (1999) Mrs. Matias
Ganito Ako Magmahal (1999)
Kapalit? (2002)
Mano Po (2002) Elisa Go
The Cory Quirino Kidnap: NBI Files (2003)
Bridal Shower (2004) Doña Vergie
Mano Po III: My Love (2004) Maria
Ilusyon (2005) Doktor
Ang Anak ni Brocka (2005)
Pepot Artista (2005) Richter
Blue Moon (2005) Cora
Ang Huling Araw ng Linggo (2006) Aling Tess (segment "Martes")
White Lady (2006) Lola Tasya
Sukob (2006) Tessie
Rekados (2006) Josefina
Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di (2006) Ama
Angels (2007) Lola Conching (segment "Angel of Love")
