06/10/2025
Alicia Alonzo is a renowned Filipino actress who has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. Born Germelina Viana Hernandez on June 1, 1946, in Manila, Philippines, she rose to fame with her talent and versatility on screen.
Alicia started her career in the 1960s and has appeared in over 140 movies and TV shows, showcasing her range in various genres.
Some of her notable roles include "Anna Liza," "The Stepdaughters," "Kara Mia," and "Mulawin."
She won the Best Supporting Actress award at the 1983 Metro Manila Film Festival for "Bago Kumalat ang Kamandag" and received multiple nominations from FAMAS and Gawad Urian.
Alicia Alonzo is the mother of actor Jon Hernandez, whose father is Ross Rival, a former actor and brother of Phillip Salvador.
At 79 years old, Alicia has retired from showbiz and now lives a quiet, spiritual life as a lay person at the Caryana Monastery in Magalang, Pampanga.
Her connection with the monastery began in 2000, but it was during the COVID-19 pandemic that she decided to dedicate her life to God, finding peace and fulfillment in her new path.
Alicia participates in the monastery's disciplined routine, which includes praying seven times a day and devoting time to doing good for others.
She shares that her life in the monastery has helped her overcome anger, think before reacting, and live with peace of mind and soul.
Alicia has made it clear that she will not return to acting, stating "No more. Talagang dito, tinuldukan ko na" (No more. I've really put a stop to it here).
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