Tiya Pusit
Tiya Pusit (born Myrna Villanueva; March 23, 1948 – October 2, 2014) was a Filipino movie and television actress and comedian. She is best known for her role in the 1980s sitcom Eh, Kasi Babae.[1]
Tiya Pusit | |
|---|---|
| Born | Myrna Villanueva 23 March 1948 |
| Died | 2 October 2014 (aged 66) |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Tiya Pusit |
| Occupation | Actress and comedian |
| Years active | 1975–2014 |
Personal life
Pusit was the sister of actress and comedian Nova Villa.[1] In 2013, it was announced that she would be marrying her 27-year-old boyfriend in 2014.[2][3] She has 4 children.[1]
Career
Tiya Pusit was best known for comedic roles during her 30+ year career. She appeared in many movies, including Dorm Boys (2012), A Journey Home (2009), Bakit ba Ganyan (Ewan ko nga ba, Darling) (2000), Huwag na Huwag kang Lalapit Darling (1997) and Hulihin si…Nardong Toothpick (1990), and Leroy Leroy Sinta (1988).[4]
Villanueva's final roles were in ABS-CBN's drama series Ikaw Lamang and the TV5 sitcom Confessions of a Torpe.[4][5] She also had roles in DZBB-TV programs, GMA shows including Bahay Mo Ba 'To? (2005) One True Love (2012) and Akin Pa Rin ang Bukas (2013) and ABS-CBN dramas Momay (2010) and Mara Clara (2011).
Death
Pusit fell ill in April 2014, suffering from kidney failure and aortic aneurysm. She underwent double heart bypass surgery on September 9 but had difficulties recovering. She died due to multiple organ failure at the Philippine Heart Center in Quezon City on October 2, 2014.[1]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | No Return No Exchange | Mr. Dimaguiba's Maid |
| 1987 | Di Bale Na Lang | |
| 1988 | Fly Me to the Moon | Teacher |
| Leroy Leroy Sinta | ||
| Good Morning, Titser | ||
| 1989 | Yes Yes Yo, Kabayong Kutsero | |
| M&M, the Incredible Twins | ||
| 1990 | Small en Terrible | |
| Hulihin si Nardong Toothpick | ||
| Lover's Delight | ||
| 1991 | Barbi for President | Sheryl Ignacio |
| 1992 | Ano Ba Yan! | Pregnant Woman |
| 1993 | Mama's Boys | |
| Gin Kata | ||
| Ang Kuya Kong Siga | ||
| Mga 'Syanong Parak | ||
| Dino, Abangan Ang Susunod Na... | ||
| Bulag, Pipi at Bingi | ||
| 1994 | Tunay na Magkaibigan, Walang Iwanan...Peksman | |
| Once Upon a Time in Manila | Panchang | |
| 1995 | Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin: Camiguin | |
| Pustahan Tayo, Mahal Mo Ako | ||
| Hataw Na | Nena Masbate | |
| 1996 | Daddy's Angel | Sr. Miriam |
| Kung Alam Mo Lang | ||
| Kailanman | ||
| Sa Iyo Ang Langit, Akin Ang Lupa | ||
| 1997 | Wanted Perfect Murder | Tindera |
| Huwag na Huwag Kang Lalapit, Darling | ||
| Buhay Mo'y Buhay Ko Rin | ||
| Ako Ba Ang Nasa Puso Mo? | Elma | |
| Langit Sa Piling Mo | ||
| 1998 | April, May, June | |
| Kasal-Kasalan Sakalan | Akang | |
| 1999 | D'Sisters: Nuns of the Above | |
| 2000 | Ayos Na Ang Kasunod | Aling Toyang |
| Bakit Ba Ganyan? (Ewan Ko Nga Ba, Darling) | ||
| 2001 | Super Idol | |
| Kapitan Ambo: Outside de Kulambo | Pusit | |
| 2003 | Message Sent | |
| Anghel sa Lupa | Manang Vita | |
| Pakners | Simang | |
| Masamang Ugat | Lara's Tita | |
| Pinay Pie | Tarcing | |
| 2009 | 1017: Sa Paglaya ng Aking Salita | |
| A Journey Home | Tita Nenita | |
| 2010 | Tarima | Diday |
| 2012 | Pacer 3 | |
| Dorm Boys |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Eh Kasi, Babae | IBC | |
| 1999–2003 | Beh Bote Nga | Tweety | GMA Network |
| 2004–2007 | Bahay Mo Ba 'To? | Bella | |
| 2009–2010 | Tinik sa Dibdib | Manda | |
| 2010 | Momay | Aling Linda | ABS-CBN |
| 2011 | Mara Clara | Yaya Bonnel | |
| 2012 | One True Love | Brittany | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Akin Pa Rin ang Bukas | Selya | |
| 2014 | Confessions of a Torpe | Aling Rosing | TV5 |
| Ikaw Lamang | Soledad | ABS-CBN |
References
- "Tia Pusit dies at 66". ABS-CBN News. October 3, 2014. Retrieved January 20, 2018.
- Katherine Marfal-Teves (September 3, 2013). "Wedding next year for comedienne Tiya Pusit and her 27-year-old boyfriend". Philippine Canadian Inquirer. Retrieved January 20, 2018.
- Arniel C. Serato (April 6, 2013). "Comedienne Tiya Pusit to marry 27-year-old boyfriend next year". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved January 20, 2018.
- Marinel R. Cruz (October 3, 2014). "Tiya Pusit dies of multiple organ failure". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved January 20, 2018.
- "Comedian Tia Pusit dies". Rappler. October 3, 2014. Retrieved January 20, 2018.
External links
- Tiya Pusit on IMDb