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27 August 1950(Manila)
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Biography
Introduction
Crispin "Pen" Medina Sr. (born August 27, 1950) is a Filipino actor born in Arayat, Pampanga, Philippines. He is known for his role as Paciano Rizal in the award winning film José Rizal shown for the Metro Manila Film Festival in 1998.
Pen Medina is one of the most notable actors of his time, doing versatile roles in both the big screen and on various television shows.
Personal life
Pen Medina is the father of Karl Medina, Crispin "Ping" Medina II, Alex Medina, Japs Medina, Victor Medina, and Zeth Medina. His sons Ping and Alex, who both had their roots in indie films, are currently active in local television. His other sons Karl and Victor have followed suit by taking on acting roles in other indie films as well.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2017 | Tsuperhero | ????? | GMA Network |
| 2016 | Ika-6 na Utos | Noel | |
| Dear Uge: Acting Dyowa | Daddy | ||
| Karelasyon: Tenant | Greg | ||
| A1 Ko Sa 'Yo | Dom Domingo | ||
| FPJ's Ang Probinsyano | Fernan | ABS-CBN | |
| 2015 | Pasión De Amor | Maryo | |
| Beautiful Strangers | Levi Rodriguez | GMA Network | |
| Alamat: Alamat ng Bayabas | Haring Barabas (voice) | ||
| Imbestigador: Kokey | Fernando "Nading" Guevarra | ||
| Oh My G! | G | ABS-CBN | |
| 2014 | My BFF | Gerry | GMA Network |
| 2013 | Magkano Ba Ang Pag-ibig? | Andoy Aguirre | |
| Cassandra: Warrior Angel | Lolo Gimo | TV5 | |
| Carlo J. Caparas' Dugong Buhay | Armando "Amang" Bernabe | ABS-CBN | |
| Bayan Ko | Governor Antonio Rubio | GMA News TV | |
| Little Champ | TBA | ABS-CBN | |
| 2012 | Aso ni San Roque | Ben "Mother Ben" Asino | GMA Network |
| E-Boy | Tatang | ABS-CBN | |
| 2011 | Ikaw Ay Pag-Ibig | Gabriel | |
| 100 Days to Heaven | Tagasundo | ||
| Guns And Roses | Philip "Tsong" Marasigan | ||
| Pablo S. Gomez's Mutya | Haring Merrick | ||
| 2010 | Ilumina | Francisco | GMA Network |
| Star Confessions | Joseph's Fr | TV5 | |
| Carlo J. Caparas' Panday Kids | Tasyo | GMA Network | |
| Rod Santiago's Agua Bendita | Padre Guido | ABS-CBN | |
| 2009 | May Bukas Pa | Totoy | |
| 2009 | Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Tiagong Akyat | Castro "Kastrong Bato" Mananquil | |
| 2009 | Sine Novela: Ngayon At Kailanman | Venor Torres | GMA Network |
| 2008 | Codename: Asero | Dr. Tagimoro | |
| 2008 | Carlo J. Caparas' Joaquin Bordado | Jilco | |
| 2008 | Obra | ||
| 2008 | Komiks Presents: Tiny Tony | Morgan Peralta | ABS-CBN |
| 2008 | E.S.P. | Bestre | GMA Network |
| 2007 | Mga Mata ni Anghelita | Father Joseph | |
| 2007 | Mga Kuwento ni Lola Basyang | Hari | |
| 2007 | Fantastic Man | Singkit | |
| 2006 | Atlantika | Dr. Naval | |
| 2006 | Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas | Hagorn | |
| 2005 | Encantadia | Hagorn | |
| 2005 | Ang Mahiwagang Baul: Ang Alamat ng Kawayan | Ermitanyo | |
| 2001 | Sa Puso Ko Iingatan Ka | Abner Araman | ABS-CBN |
| 2000 | Tabing Ilog | Epifanio "Panyong" Delos Santos | |
| 1999 | Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay | ||
| 1995 | Villa Quintana | Felix Samonte | GMA Network |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2016 | Fruits N' Vegetables: Mga Bulakboleros | Janitor at the U.P. Campus-Diliman |
| 2014 | Gangster Lolo | ????? |
| 2014 | Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak | Erning |
| 2013 | 10,000 Hours | Sebastian Jago |
| 2010 | Noy | Nick |
| 2008 | I.T.A.L.Y. | Gary Pinlac |
| 2007 | Ang Cute Ng Ina Mo | Ferdinand Marcos |
| 2004 | Bcuz of U | Tatay |
| 2003 | Till There Was You | Frank Boborol |
| 2000 | Deathrow | Gabino |
| 1999 | Muro-Ami | Dado |
| 1998 | José Rizal | Paciano Rizal |
| 1994 | Col. Billy Bibit, RAM | Datu Kiram |
| 1993 | Sakay | Col. Lucio De Vega |
| 1992 | Shake, Rattle & Roll IV | NGO Member |
| 1991 | Shake, Rattle & Roll III | Fr. Salazar |
| 1988 | A Dangerous Life | Col. Eduardo Doromal |
| 1986 | Unfaithful Wife | Detective Crispin Medina |
| 1985 | Virgin Forest | Macabebe Scout |
| 1982 | Himala | Pilo |
Awards
| Year | Award-Giving Body | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Metro Manila Film Festival | Best Supporting Actor | Muro Ami | Won |
| 2013 | 10,000 Hours | Won |