Tessie Tomas | |
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Born | Teresita Winsett Hermosa October 31, 1950 Catbalogan, Samar, Philippines |
Nationality | Filipino |
Alma mater | University of the Philippines |
Occupation(s) | Actress Television host |
Years active | 1980–present |
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Spouse | Roger Pullin |
Children | 1 |
Teresita Winsett Hermosa (born October 31, 1950), better known by her stage name, Tessie Tomas, is a Filipino actress, screenwriter and stand-up comedian. Regarded as the original "Queen of Daytime TV",[1][2] she is best known for hosting some of the most successful TV programs in the Philippines such as Teysi ng Tahanan (1991), Compañero y Compañera (1997), and sitcoms including Onli in da Pilipins (1997), and Abangan ang Susunod Na Kabanata (1991). She was the first Filipino actress to score a nomination in the Best Actress category at the International Emmy Awards for her performance in the 1989 film, A Dangerous Life.[3][4]