Jay Ilagan

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Characters played by Jay Ilagan

Noel Manalansan — Kisapmata (1981)

Mila's co-worker and fiancé who marries her after her father imposes strict conditions. Frustrated by living under Mila's father's roof and her decision to stay with her sick mother, Noel secures alternative housing. He joins Mila in returning to the family home to collect belongings, resulting in his death at the hands of Dadong.

Jim — Nagsimula sa Puso (1990)

A corporate manager who is married to Celina and is the father of their son, Jimboy. He leaves for his mistress's house after Celina's courtroom testimony, but Chari advises him to return and forgive his wife. He survives a gunshot and, at the seaside, plans to leave for the United States with Celina.

Noni — Three, Two, One (1974)

Noni arrives at a rehabilitation center hoping to recover, but faces hostility from the other residents and struggles with fear, weakness, and accepting that he is gay. After running away, he is brought back and recognizes that he is avoiding himself. He later speaks about a recurring dream, apologizes to his visiting mother, and is eventually allowed to leave with a chance to change.

Nonong — Will Your Heart Beat Faster? (1980)

One of Johnny's friends who, along with Nancy, discovers that the cassette tape contains opium. He participates in the investigation against the syndicate and travels to Baguio in disguise to help foil their scheme.

Ernesto — The Marriage (1980)

Ernesto is emotionally connected to Grace and expresses that he loves her. Grace apologizes for falsely accusing him, recalls the happiness and dreamlike quality of their time together, and asks what caused her return to reality and why a large payment was involved, though his full answer is not shown.

Osman — Aguila (1980)

Daniel's love-child with Muslim tribal princess Farida. Adopted by Daniel in 1924 and later married, he carries the trauma of the Korean War. Simeon intends for him to take over the family businesses, making him a key figure in the dynasty's future.

Career Overview

Jay Ilagan has 61 screen credits in a career dating back to 1962. Their work is anchored in the Darna (Liza Moreno series) universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Operation: Get Victor Corpus - The Rebel Soldier, Kisapmata, Sister Stella L.. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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61
Birth Date
1953-01-20

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