Roi and Lala Vinzon; Wendell and Saviour Ramos. Images: courtesy of Roi Vinzon and GMA Network.
Indeed, it is a blessing, something to be proud of, and a legacy to continue and follow in your parent’s footsteps, one who was a former actor or is still active in the industry, to this day. While there is never a shortage of new and upcoming talent, young talents that have a pedigree of their own, a bloodline, and a lineage in showbiz are more than welcome because they belong to a class of their own. Oftentimes, they not only inherit a strong physical resemblance to their famous parents, but they also have equally strong qualities.
In the newest episode of “Regal Studio Presents: Stop In The Name Of Love,” directed by Joel Ferrer and written by Josel Fajardo, which will be shown today at 4:35 p.m. at GMA Network, there are precisely such second-generation young actors I am talking about and got to interview.
The first one is Lala Vinzon, who is the daughter of Roi Vinzon, one of the all-time great action stars and villains of the silver age to the modern age of Philippine Cinema. Also, her father, Roi Vinzon, has been a regular cast member in most primetime teledramas and teleseryes since 2011 on GMA Network.
The other young actor present was Saviour Ramos, who is the son of one of the best-remembered comedic and all-around actors from the mid-1990s to late 2000s, Wendell Ramos. Also, who can forget that Wendell Ramos is an alumnus of the longest-running gag show in the Philippines, “Bubble Gang.”
Clearly, the two above-mentioned young actors we have here are meant to be in showbiz. As they continue to improve, grow and find themselves as actors, we all will be supporting them throughout their journey.
Here below are the highlights of my exclusive interview with Lala Vinzon and Saviour Ramos, that I could only manage to decipher due to the very poor and bad audio connection that was beyond the control of the two said second-generation actors (static, spacey, choppy, fading-in-out-volume, ear-damaging buzzing sounds, and outside background noise) which unfortunately prevents me from getting to write down all of their answers to all of my five questions. Otherwise, their answers would come out incomplete, a mess, and unintelligible to read due to the very poor and bad audio connection at their end that happened during my interview with them. I really did my utmost best to decipher and write down all of their answers, but what can you do when you have to deal with so many audio-related problems? My apologies to the two second generation stars that I can’t decipher all of their answers due to all the said audio-related issues, but what happened was beyond our control.
So, here are their answers that I could properly make sense of without risking and further damaging my hearing, which to this time, sustained a buzzing sound to my right ear, which thankfully is gradually receding. I still have to endure a nagging pain in my right ear, though, which I hope will go in due time.
Can you share any funny or unforgettable experiences while taping this episode?
Lala Vinzon: Saviour was so playful during our taping. And the character he portrayed, “Ryan” is very jolly and funny. It was a delightful time during the taping. So, it was an unforgettable moment when we were throwing lines at each other. We got to know each other better. Also, working with Mr. Leandro and Ms. Almira was very fun and easy to do. Again, the super playfulness of Saviour is what I remember. I really want to get to work with him again.
Saviour Ramos: Honestly, sir Joseph, everything has been unforgettable to me. From the location of the taping that was beautiful, to the working relationship I had with Lala. Also, again, because of the view, we felt that we could internalize more and get into our roles much better. So, in the end, we got to know each other better. I do hope I can get to work with her soon. Regarding Ms. Almira Muhlach and Mr. Leandro Baldemor, they were very light to work with since they are veterans already. So, it was an honor for me to be able to work with them. Director Joel Ferrer was very light and fun to get to work with. Indeed, everything that happened in RSP was unforgettable.
To all the other second-generation and even third-generation children, who have yet to decide to enter showbiz with or without their parents’ encouragement, what is your message to all of them regarding your own realizations now that you have been officially part of showbiz for a few years already? Would you encourage them to also follow in the footsteps of their parents who were once actors or are still actors now?
Lala Vinzon: It is true what you said, that you have to be authentic. You have to be yourself. Just because you have a last name in this industry, it doesn’t mean things will get easier for you. Yes, my father, of course, it is a given he has been in this industry for a long time. And, yes, I do feel pressure as well, because I do know it is not only talent that you should be known for but the attitude that comes with it as well. And the guidance that I do get from my father, I follow. To me, he has been more of a father rather than an actor. Of course, he has been supporting me as a father. And because we do also have a working relationship, that is where authenticity comes from. So, he has been guiding me throughout my life. There is some pressure at the same time, but he also wants me to follow my own path in life. He wants me to explore my potential as an actor. Of course, enjoy it while you are young. Know what things will be your priority. Also, if this will be your business, lifestyle, you have to take care of it. You also have to know how to handle every situation. And I anticipated all of those things. And yes, there were some bumps in the road. But I learned from those experiences.
Saviour Ramos: Sir Joseph, I am quite brand new to this industry, so I still have not figured out how the system works in the industry. And I haven’t become a full-fledged actor. The message that I can give them is to be themselves and be an inspiration to others.
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