Luciano “Lou” Mariñas Veloso, born on January 7, 1948, is a multi-talented Filipino figure recognized for his roles as an actor, comedian, director, and politician.
He has gained prominence through his supporting roles in more than 30 comedy films, including notable titles like “Mga Kwento ni Lola Basyang” (1985), “Pulis Patola” (1993), “Ang Cute ng Ina Mo” (2007), and “Desperadas 2” (2008).
Lou Veloso Wiki & Biography
Name
Lou Veloso
Nickname
Lou Truman Veloso
Date Of Birth
January 7, 1950
Age
74 Years
Birth Place
Manila, Philippines
Gender
Male
Profession
Actor, Comedian, Director, Politician
Debut
Film Debut – Versus (2021)
TV Show – My Fantastic Pag-ibig (2021)
Famous For
Famous for starring in Lola Basyang (1985)
Zodiac Sign
Capricorn
Nationality
Philippine
Religion
Not Known
Lou Veloso’s Net Worth
Salary
Not Known
Net Worth
USD $125 Million Approx
Height, Weight, and Color
Height in cm
165 cm
Height in Meters
1.65 m
Height in Feet Inches
5 feet 5 Inches
Weight
74 kg
163 lbs
Body Type
Average
Body Measurement
Not Known
Waist Size
Not Known
Shoe Size
Not Known
Eye Colour
Blue
Hair Colour
Salt and Pepper
Lou Veloso’s Family and Relatives
Father
Not Known
Mother
Mary Jane Veloso
Brothers
Not Known
Sisters
Not Known
Boyfriends / Girlfriends
Not Known
Marital Status
Single
Partner
Not Known
Sons
Not Known
Daughters
Not Known
Lou Veloso Education School and Colleges
Education Qualification
Graduate
School
High School
College & University
Not Known
Favorite Things Of Lou Veloso
Favorite Colour
Not Known
Favorite Actor
Not Known
Favorite Actress
Not Known
Favorite Food
Not Known
Favorite TV Shows
Not Known
Favorite Movie
Not Known
Favorite Pets
Not Known
Hobbies
Not Known
Favorite Destination
Not Known
Interesting Facts About Lou Veloso
Veloso’s acting career spans various films, including “Kabayo Kids” (1990), “Buddy en Sol (Sine Ito!)” (1992), and “M & M: The Incredible Twins” (1989).
His debut film was “Working Girls” under VIVA Films in 1984, where he portrayed a security guard in a bank office.
Veloso also ventured into television hosting, taking over as the host of “AgriSiyete” after the late comedian Bert Marcelo in 1996. He also appeared in educational programs like “Batibot” and “K-High,” portraying a grandfather figure.
He is the founder and director of the musical stage play “Martir sa Golgota,” a senakulo or passion play launched in 1979, traditionally held every Holy Week in Manila.
Veloso served as councilor of the 6th district of Manila from 1995 to 2004 and from 2007 to 2013. He ran for vice mayor in the 2013 midterm elections under the Liberal Party but lost to incumbent Vice Mayor Isko Moreno.
In 2016, he ran for councilor under KABAKA but was unsuccessful, placing eighth in the elections.
He made a successful return to the city council in 2019, running under the Team Legacy ticket of PMP led by Mayor Joseph Estrada. In the year 2022, he was re-elected under Asenso Manileño.
Notably, Veloso authored a resolution in 1996 advocating for the renovation of the Manila City Hall’s Clock Tower. The renovation project commenced years later and was eventually completed, culminating in the inauguration of the Manila Clock Tower Museum in 2022.
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