Boots Anson-Roa

Boots Anson-Roa
Born	María Elisa Cristóbal Anson-Roa (1945-01-30) January 30, 1945 Manila, Commonwealth of the Philippines
Nationality	Filipino
Occupation	Actress, host, columnist, editor, lecturer
Years active	1962-present
Spouse(s)	Pete Roa (m. 1964–2007; his death) Francisco "King" Rodrigo Jr. (m. 2014)
Children	4
Parent(s)	Oscar Moreno (father) Belen Cristobal (mother)

María Elisa Cristóbal-Anson (born 30 January 1945), known as Boots Anson-Roa, is a Filipino actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer.

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 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

Professional activities

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
• Editor-in-Chief: Balikatan Herald - 1994
• Columnist: Isyu (broadsheet) - 1998
• Contributor: Philippine Daily Inquirer - 1995–present

Workshops/ seminars/ lectures conducted

• 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;

Filmography

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)
• May Minamahal (1993) Becky
• 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
• Sukob (2006) Tessie
• Ang Huling Araw ng Linggo (2006) Aling Tess (segment "Martes")
• White Lady (2006) Lola Tasya
• Rekados (2006) Josefina
• Mano Po 5: Gua Ai Di (2006)
• Angels (2007) Lola Conching (segment "Angel of Love")
• Shake, Rattle & Roll 9 (2007) Lola Susana (segment "Christmas Tree")
• When Love Begins (2008)
• Caregiver (2008) Marissa Gonzales
• One True Love (2008) Lola
• Lovebirds (2008)
• Tutok (2009) Lydia
• Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love (2009)
• Shake, Rattle & Roll 13 (2011) Marites
• My House Husband: Ikaw Na! (2011) Lilia
• Third Eye (2014)
• Unfriend (2014)

Television

Year	Title	Role	Network
2015	Walang Iwanan	Lola Ina†	ABS-CBN
2015	Princess in the Palace	Doña Victorina	GMA Network
2015	Sabado Badoo	Cameo Footage Featured	GMA Network
2015	LolaBasyang.com	Lola B	TV5
2015	Baker King	Lee Hye Yeong	TV5
2014	Strawberry Lane	Stella Tolentino	GMA Network
2014	Rhodora X	Amparo "Panchang" Sales	GMA Network
2013	Misibis Bay	Delia Ramirez	TV5
2013	Maalaala Mo Kaya: Kamison	Tessa	ABS-CBN
2012	Aso ni San Roque	Doña Constancia "Connie" Aragon	GMA Network
2012	Maalaala Mo Kaya	Rose	ABS-CBN
2012	Luna Blanca	Donya Priscilla	GMA Network
2012	My Beloved	Old Sharina	GMA Network
2011	Munting Heredera	Ingrid Spencer-Lobregat	GMA Network
2011	Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin	Remedios "Elena" Sebastiano†	ABS-CBN
2009	May Bukas Pa	Esmeralda	ABS-CBN
2007	Pangarap na Bituin	Perla Ledesma	ABS-CBN
2007	Kokey	Doña Ingrid Allegre	ABS-CBN
2006	Komiks Present: Da Adventures of Pedro Penduko	Aswang	ABS-CBN
2006	Pinoy Dream Academy	Herself/Media Ethics Teacher	ABS-CBN
2005	Magpakailanman		GMA Network
2005	Sugo	Adela	GMA Network
2004	Love To Love: Sweet Exchange		GMA Network
2002	Ang Iibigin Ay Ikaw	Felisa	GMA Network
2001	Sa Dulo Ng Walang Hanggan	Corazon Montenegro	ABS-CBN
2000	Alas Dose Sa Trese		IBC
2000	Sharing In The City		RPN
1999	Maalaala Mo Kaya: Lollipop		ABS-CBN
1995	World Youth Day 1995 The Pope in Manila	studio host	GMA Network
1993	Da Look-A-Layks: Pinabiyak Na Bunga		GMA Network
1993-1995	Ako....Babae		RPN
1993-1994	GMA Telecine Specials		GMA Network
1983	Lovingly Yours, Helen	moderator	GMA Network
1975	Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko	moderator	GMA Network
1975-1979	Seeing Stars With Joe Quirino	guest co-host	IBC
1970-1972	Elisa		ABS-CBN 9
1966-1969	Sunday Sweet Sunday		ABS-CBN 9
1962-1972	Dance-O-Rama	guest	ABC 5 "now TV5"
1962-1967	Two for the Road (Philippine TV show)		ABS-CBN 9

Radio shows

• Boots Talk (DZMM)
• Music and Memories (DZMM)

Endorsements

• United Home
• Master Sardines
• Grow Growing Up Milk

External links

• Boots Anson-Roa's website
• Boots Anson-Roa at the Internet Movie Database