MANILA  -- League of Filipino Actors (AktorPh) has nominated the veteran actress and "Star For All Season" Vilma Santos as the next country's National Artist.

In a press conference on Friday, AktorPh president Dingdong Dantes outlined the reasons for Santos' nomination to be lined up as the Philippine's national artist for film and broadcast. 

"For 60 years, anim na dekada, Vilma has graced the silver screen with an incomparable body of work. Portraying a diverse array of characters showcased her immense talent. Renowned for breathing roles that describe her as a woman of substance she has garnered numerous awards from prestigious bodies whether here locally or internationally solidifying her status as the most awarded actress in Philippine cinema," Dantes said. 

Citing her contributions to film and the Philippine entertainment scene, AktorPh also believes that Santos is a role model as a woman.

"Vilma Santos stands not just as an actress but also a symbol of empowerment and resilience embodying the strength and spirit of Filipino women," Dantes said. "Known as the Star for All Seasons she continues to excel in both reel and real life always bringing pride to the country. Her enduring legacy as a pioneer and an icon of Philippine Cinema will forever shine bright in our hearts and our minds." 

The group also believes that Santos has contributed to the development of Filipino culture.

"We believe, naniniwala po kami that Vilma Santos has contributed significantly to the Development of Filipino cultural impact and identity," he said. "So today, we would like to honor her as a paragon of professionalism we would like to honor her as a protector of a community, we honor her as a cultural champion and more importantly, we also honor her as a nation builder." 

"Sa ngalan po ng aming organisasyon, sa aming officers, sa aming board of directors, at ang aming board of advisers, we whole heartedly endorsed the nomination of Rosa Viima Santos-Recto to be order of national artist for film and broadcast," Dantes said. 

The deadline for nominations for National Artists is on June 30, 2024.

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