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Pilita Corrales (left) and Nora Aunor. MANILA, Philippines — Three resolutions have been filed in the Senate honoring the country’s one and only Superstar and National Artist Nora Aunor, and Asia’s Queen of Songs Pilita Corrales , who died just days apart this April. Aunor, 71, died of acute respiratory failure last April 16 while Corrales passed away on April 12 at the age of 87.
Her body was laid to rest at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig on April 22, Tuesday, following a state-sponsored necrological service at the Metropolitan Theater in Manila, and afterwards, a hero’s burial. “Nora Aunor’s contributions to advancing the cause of Philippine arts and culture is as immeasurable as her local and international recognitions, but as secure as her undeniable talent,” Senate President Pro Tempore Jose “Jinggoy” Estrada said in his Senate Resolution No. 1337.
“Her unquantifiable achievements in both local and international scenes propel her as one of the most awarded Filipino actors in history, bringing great pride, honor, and glory to the nation,” he added. With her passing, Estrada said Aunor’s “legacy as the one and only Superstar”of Philippine Cinema will forever be etched in history.” Another measure, Senate Resolution No.
1339, was also filed by Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla, expressing the Senate’s profound sympathy and condolences on her death and recognizing her “invaluable contributions to Philippine cinema and culture.” Aunor starred in more than 170 films and won numerous awards and recognitions here and abroad, Revilla noted.
In 2022, the Superstar was declared National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts. “Ate Guy, katulad ng paborito mong awitin na “I’ll Never Find Another You,” wala na kaming makikilalang katulad mo. We will never find another you.
You are a gem artist of a lifetime. Nag-iisa ka, and we’ll deeply miss you. Paalam sa isang tunay na Superstar,” Revilla said in a statement on Monday.
Estrada also paid tribute to Corrales through his Senate Resolution No. 1336 “honoring her extraordinary life and achievements as an iconic singer, songwriter, and actress.” In particular, the senator cited the more than 135 albums Corrales recorded in various languages including Filipino, English, Spanish, and Cebuano, showcasing diversity and Filipino artistry.
“Her immense talent has inspired generations of Filipino artists and her departure has left a void in the hearts of those who admire and look up to her not just as an artist but also as an empowered woman,” Estrada said in the resolution. The senator noted the more than 135 albums Corrales recorded in various languages including Filipino, English, Spanish, and Cebuano, showcasing diversity and Filipino artistry. She was celebrated not only for her vocal prowess but also for her signature back-bending pose while singing high notes, a unique trademark that endeared her to millions, Estrada pointed out.
Subscribe to our daily newsletter By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . His resolution also recognized Corrales as a “trailblazer who inspired generations of Filipino artists with her immense talent and empowered countless individuals through her artistry.
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