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Diomedes Maturan

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Diomedes Maturan
Born(1940-08-16)August 16, 1940
Bacolod City, Negros Occidental Province, Visayas, Philippine Islands
DiedApril 7, 2002(2002-04-07) (aged 61)
Manila City, Metro Manila, Luzon, Philippines
GenresOPM
Occupation(s)Singer, actor
InstrumentVoice
Years active1955–1990s

Diomedes Maturan (August 16, 1940 – April 7, 2002) (tagged the "Perry Como of the Philippines" and "The Golden Voice") was an actor who played in Botika sa Baryo (1960) and a grand champion in Tawag ng Tanghalan.[1]

Early life

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Maturan was born in Bacolod City, Negros Occidental Province.

Career

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He rose to fame by winning the popular singing competition "Tawag ng Tanghalan" for his song "Rose Tattoo" in 1955.

Death

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Maturan died on April 7, 2002, of heart attack at age 61 in the City of Manila.

Discography

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  • Ako'y Nakikiusap
  • Alam Mo Ba Mahal Kita?
  • Bakit
  • Buhat
  • Dahil Sa Iyo
  • Di Maipagtapat
  • Di Mo Man Lang Pinansin
  • Dinggin
  • Don't Play With Fire
  • Gabi at Araw
  • In Despair
  • In This Corner
  • Kailan Man Hanggang Wakas
  • Kay Hirap Pala Ng Iwanan
  • Lahat Ng Araw
  • Magmula Ngayon
  • Nasaan Ka
  • Rose Tattoo
  • Sana'y Maniwala
  • Thru Eternity

References

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  1. ^ "Maturan laid to rest". The Philippine Star. 14 April 2002. Retrieved 7 March 2017.
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