Multi-awardee Judy Ann Santos, representing today’s superstars, and Butch Francisco, film critic and co-host of “Star Talk,” will lead the presentation of the prestigious Gawad Parangal, honoring senior female luminaries in Philippine cinema which will be held on March 5 at the La Consolacion College Manila.

The Gawad Parangal sa mga Ginintuang Bituin ng Pelikulang Pilipino is a special feature of the International Women’s Month celebration this month.

Butch Francisco will emcee the awards presentation honoring Mila del Sol, Anita Linda, Lilia Dizon, Mona Lisa, Virginia Montes, Fely Vallejo, Delia Razon, Rosa Rosal, Noram Vales, Linda Estrella, Tessie Agana, Lolita Rodriguez, Gloria Romero, Sylvia la Torre, Rosita Noble, Marlene Dauden, Perla Bautista, Gloria Sevilla, Letty Alonzo, Emma Alegre, and Caridad Sanchez.

Signifying her acknowledgement of the enduring legacy the older luminaries are bequeathing, Judy Ann Santos will be personally handing the Gawad trophies to each of the honorees. The awardees, living legends of Philippine cinema “contributed greatly to the golden age of Philippine cinema and they also epitomize values such as dedication, discipline, excellence, and professional integrity.” They are being extolled for being models and exemplars for the new generation to emulate.

National Artist for Cinema and Broadcast Arts Eddie Romero, Marichu Maceda whose family owned Sampaguita Pictures and NCCA Executive Director Cecille Guidote-Alvarez, also a National Artist, have been invited to give messages as special guests of honor.

The Gawad Parangal sa mga Ginintuang Bituin ng Pelikulang Pilipino is spearheaded by LCCM president Sr. Imelda Mora, O.S.A., and LCCM Family Council head Atty. Lynn Moreno with the support of the college’s Mass Communication Department and the Centre for Theatre Education and Training to likewise serve as the school year’s culminating event.