Bentong (comedian)
Bentong | |
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Bentong as "Macoy" in 2014 horror film Shake, Rattle & Roll XV | |
| Born | Domingo Vusotros Brotamante Jr. January 12, 1964 |
| Died | February 9, 2019 (aged 55) Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Rodriguez, Rizal |
| Citizenship | Filipino |
| Employer | ABS-CBN |
| Spouse | Cecille Bernal |
| Children | 4 |
Domingo Vusotros Brotamante Jr. (January 12, 1964 – February 9, 2019), known professionally as Bentong and previously as Boyet Brotamante, was a Filipino comedian, actor, and television host.
Early life
Bentong was born in Tabaco, Albay, Philippines on January 12, 1964.[1]
Career
Bentong started his career in showbiz as a production assistant at ABS-CBN. One of his earlier film roles was as Hilary's driver in Home Along da Riles da Movie and since then made several cameos in other films, initially credited as Boyet Brotamante.[2] His other roles in film was as Juanito in the 2002 film Jologs and Macoy in the 2014 horror anthology film Shake, Rattle & Roll XV.[2] He was also part of the cast of the 2008 film One Night Only.[3]
He also played roles in numerous variety shows of the television network namely Wowowee and Magandang Tanghali Bayan.[3] Bentong became known for being the co-host of Willie Revillame in the latter's noontime television shows.[2] One of his known later television appearances was in Luv U which aired from 2012 to 2016 where he portrayed the character Mang Jules.[3]
Bentong also made an appearance in an episode of GMA Network's Wagas which featured his love story with his spouse Cecille Bernal which also featured commentaries from himself and his wife.[2]
Personal life
Bentong was married to Cecille Bernal and had four children.[4] He was also a diabetic.[2]
Death
Bentong suffered from a cardiac arrest on February 9, 2019. He was rushed to the Fairview General Hospital in Quezon City, where he was declared dead on arrival at around 5:00 a.m. PHT, as announced by his son-in-law.[1] He was laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Rodriguez, Rizal.[5]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Home Along Da Riles da Movie | Hillary's Driver |
| 1999 | Oo Na... Mahal Na Kung Mahal | Barkada |
| 2000 | Pera o Bayong (Not da TV) | Morkon |
| 2001 | Baliktaran: Si Ace at si Daisy | Neighbor |
| 2002 | Jologs | Juanito |
| 2002 | Ikaw Lamang Hanggang Ngayon | Jojo |
| 2008 | One Night Only | Manong Roger |
| 2009 | Nobody, Nobody But... Juan | Himself |
| 2011 | The Adventures of Pureza: Queen of the Riles | Nene |
| 2014 | Shake, Rattle & Roll XV | Macoy |
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1999–2000 | Tarajing Potpot | Diego |
| 2000 | Maalaala Mo Kaya: Singsing | |
| 2002–2003 | Arriba, Arriba! | Steven |
| 2005–2006 | Bora | Totong |
| 2006 | Star Magic Presents | |
| 2006–2007 | Aalog-Alog | Utoy |
| 2012 | Toda Max | Ben Chan |
| 2012–2016 | Luv U | Mang Jules |
| 2016 | Wagas | Himself |
References
- ^ a b Orellana, Faye (February 9, 2019). "'Bentong' passes away at 55". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ a b c d e "Comedian Bentong dies at 55". Manila Times. February 10, 2019. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ a b c Gillet, Katy (February 10, 2019). "Filipino celebrities pay tribute to beloved comedian Bentong, who has died aged 55". The National. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ "Comedian Bentong dies at 55". Rappler. February 9, 2019. Retrieved April 14, 2019.
- ^ Graveyard Pinoy TV (August 5, 2021). Gravetour of the Famous E131🇬🇧 | Bentong | Forest Lawn Memorial Park -Montalban Rizal. Retrieved February 9, 2026.