Born: 14 April 1936; Born In: Pampanga, Central Luzon (Region III), Philippines; Died: (aged 77)..
PAANO KITA LILIMUTIN CENON LAGMAN 05.
The Kapampangan’s natural affinity and talent for music becomes apparent the moment you turn on the TV, where, chances are, you’ll find a Kapampangan singer-contestant belting his heart out in those popular star searches.
Here is a list of Kapampangans who sang their way into the hearts of audiences in national and international song competitions through the years.
1. CENON LAGMAN, Grand Champion, Tawag ng Tanghalan 1959
“Tawag ng Tanghalan” was the first true national talent search conducted in 1954 by manufacturing giant, Philippine Marketing Company, producer of such staple 1950s-60s products like Luto, Perla Soap, Dari Crème, Star Margarine and its banner brand, Purico.
The show, which was used by PMC as a promotional platform, spawned nationally famous singers like Pepe Pimentel, Diomedes Maturan, and in later years, Nora Aunor. In 1959, Cenon Punla Lagman, a high schooler and a fisherman’s son