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Maria Lea Carmen Imutan Salonga, OL (/ ˈ l eɪ ə s ə ˈ l ɒ ŋ ɡ ə / LAY-ə sa-LONG-ə; born February 22, 1971) is a Filipino singer and actress. Known primarily for her work in theatre, she has starred in musicals on Broadway and in the West End. Her accolades include a Tony Award and a Laurence Olivier Award, in addition to nominations ...
In 2001, Salonga appeared as Lien Hughes in the American soap opera As the World Turns, a role she later reprised in 2003. [13] [14] She also made a guest appearance as Amparo in the medical drama series ER. Also in 2001, Salonga began portraying Mei-Li in the Los Angeles production of Flower Drum Song. [15]
Lea Salonga is best known for her legendary vocals, but there’s still so much that you might not know about her. The actress, who voiced Disney princesses Jasmine and Mulan, exclusively revealed ...
In 1990, Salonga was awarded the Presidential Medal of Merit from President Corazon Aquino for her services to the arts. In 2007, President Gloria Arroyo honored Salonga with the rank of Commander of the Order of Lakandula in recognition of using her talents to benefit Philippine society and foster cultural exchange.
Notably, Salonga’s turn as Aurora Aquino also marks the first time she’s played a Filipino person on stage. ... Lea Salonga attends the opening night for "Here Lies Love" on July 20 in New ...
Lea Salonga is back on the stage where her Broadway journey first began. ... She also had friends who were out there in the chaos. ... known for lead Broadway roles in “Aladdin" and “In the ...
Filipino singer and actress Lea Salonga has released twelve studio albums, six live albums, two compilation albums and is involved in at least ten cast recordings. . According to Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), Salonga has sold 3.5 million certified singles in the United
On stage, Salonga has played a varied roster of characters throughout her career, including in productions of Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, Cats, and Here Lies Love.She also provided the singing ...