03/01/2026
1941: Naalala nyo pa ba ang "Ibong Adarna" story ? eh yung instructions ng Ermitanyo kay Prinsipe Juan ?
Rare nyo rin makikita si Fred Cortes in colored video.
Fred Cortes, born Fred Louis Osburn (1921–1964), was a distinguished leading man during the early years of Philippine cinema, particularly recognized for his significant contributions to LVN Pictures. He rose to stardom in 1940 with his debut in Nag-iisang Sangla and quickly became a staple of the studio's golden era. Cortes is perhaps best remembered for his iconic role as Don Juan in the 1941 epic Ibong Adarna, a landmark production that showcased his charm and screen presence. Throughout his career, he formed a popular on-screen partnership with actress Mila del Sol, starring in several pre-war and wartime films such as Angelita and Tia Juana.
Beyond his professional success, Cortes had a notable personal life within the industry, having been married to the legendary actress Anita Linda, with whom he had a son, Fred Cortes Jr. Although the turmoil of World War II interrupted his momentum, he successfully returned to the screen in the early 1950s with films like His Darkest Hour. His legacy remains tied to the transition of Philippine film from the pre-war period to the revitalized post-war industry, marking him as one of the definitive leading men of his generation.
