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Babalu Biography

Birth Name:
Pablito Sarmiento Jr.
Birth Place:
Philippines
Profession
Actor

Fast Facts

  • Was serving as a personal driver to comedian Panchito when actor Dolphy discovered him in the 1960s
  • Was renamed Babalu for the screen by director Ading Fernando, due to his long chin (Baba is Filipino for chin)
  • Started his career with TV show, Buhay Artista, on ABS-CBN
  • Was fondly known as Mang Bab among his friends and co-stars

Relationships

  • Lalaine -- Significant Other
  • Lindol -- Son