Babalu
Biography
Pablo Martin Sarmiento, professionally known as Babalu, was a Filipino actor and comedian. Born on June 29, 1942, in Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, he maintained a career in the entertainment industry that included 61 known acting credits. His stage name was derived from the Filipino word for chin, referencing his long, sharp chin, which he frequently used as a subject for on-screen comedy. Babalu passed away on August 27, 1998, at the age of 56. His professional work is documented in the archives of The Movie Database, where he is also identified by the alias Pablo Ma. His career remains recognized for his contributions to Filipino film and television as a performer.
Career overview
Pablo Martin Sarmiento, professionally known as Babalu, was a Filipino actor and comedian. Born on June 29, 1942, in Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, he maintained a career in the entertainment industry that spanned 61 known acting credits. He passed away on August 27, 1998, at the age of 56.
His stage name, Babalu, served as a reference to his long, sharp chin. In the Filipino language, the word baba refers to the chin. Throughout his career, his physical appearance was frequently a subject of on-screen ridicule, a comedic device he often employed himself. Beyond his primary professional name, he was also known as Pablo Ma.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
61 titles- Haba-Baba-Doo! Puti-Puti-Poo! (1998) as Domeng
- Tong Tatlong Tatay Kong Pakitong Kitong (1998) as Bobby
- Tataynic (1998) as Señor Balboa
- Home Along da Riles 2 (1997) as Richy Madamba
- Ang Pinakamahabang Baba sa Balat ng Lupa (1997)
- I Do? I Die!! D'yos Ko Day! (1997) as Babalu
- Aringkingking: Ang Bodyguard Kong Sexy (1996)
- Oki Doki Doc: The Movie (1996) as Mang Berto
- Da Best in da West 2: Da Western Pulis Istori (1996) as Col. Macanto
- Boy! Gising! (1995)
- Father En Son (1995) as Clinton
- O-ha! Ako Pa? (1995) as Raul Malino
- Home Sic Home (1995) as Robin
- Wanted: Perfect Father (1995) as Bobby
- Greggy En' Boogie: Sakyan Mo Na Lang, Anna (1994)
- Hindi Pa Tapos ang Labada, Darling (1994)
- Once Upon a Time in Manila (1994) as Carnapper
- Si Ayala At Si Zobel (1994) as Soriano
- Hataw Tatay Hataw (1994)
- Oki Doki Doc (1993) as Don Robert Makunatan
- Home Along da Riles: Da Movie (1993) as Sgt. Baba
- Ang Boyfriend Kong Gamol (1993) as Mang Pandong
- Mama's Boys (1993)
- Maalaala Mo Kaya (1991) as Self (archive footages)
- John en Marsha: Ngayong '91 (1991)
- Og Must Be Crazy (1990) as Et
- My Darling Domestic (1989)
- Balbakwa (1989)
- Bakit Kinagat Ni Adan Ang Mansanas Ni Eba? (1988) as Doctor
- Enteng the Dragon (1988)
- My Bugoy Goes to Congress (1987)
- Binibining Tsuper-Man (1987) as Bob
- The Children of Facifica Falayfay (1987) as Maj. B. Acosta
- Bata-batuta (1987)
- Clown (1986)
- The Buelta Force (1986)
- The Crazy Professor (1985)
- Teppanyaki (1984)
- Kapag Baboy Ang Inutang (1984)
- My Heart Belongs To Daddy (1982)
- My Juan en Only (1982) as Ambo
- Cross My Heart (1982)
- Boljak (1981)
- Nognog (1980)
- Omeng Satanasia (1977)
- Kaming Matatapang ang Apog (1976)
- Sarhento Fofonggay: A, Ewan! (1974) as Corporal Honrado Dela Cruz
- John & Marsha (1974)
- Fefita Fofonggay viuda de Falayfay (1973)
- Captain Barbell (1973) as Petot
- Ako'y Paru-paro, Bulaklak Naman Ako (1973) as Tutuboy
- Love Pinoy Style (1972)
- Boyoyoy (1970)
- Like Father, Like Son (1967)
- Ayaw ni Mayor (1967)
- Mariang Kondesa (1966)
- Napoleon Doble (1966)
- Wow Na Wow!! (1966)
- Genghis Bond: Agent 1-2-3 (1965) as Babalu, Genghis Assistant
- Lab na Lab Kita (1962) as Super Wonder Margarine Vendor
- We... Who Are Sexy! (1962)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Babalu best known for?
Babalu is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Oki Doki Doc (1993), Maalaala Mo Kaya (1991).
When and where was Babalu born?
Babalu was born on June 29, 1942 in Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines. They passed away on August 27, 1998.
How many credits does Babalu have?
Babalu has accumulated over 61 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 1998.
What is Babalu's background in cinema and television?
Pablo Martin Sarmiento, professionally known as Babalu, was a Filipino actor and comedian. Born on June 29, 1942, in Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, he maintained a career in the entertainment industry that included 61 known acting credits. His stage name was derived from the Filipino word for chin, referencing his long...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Maalaala Mo Kaya (1991) as Self (archive footages) — aged about 49
- Oki Doki Doc (1993) as Don Robert Makunatan — aged about 51
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