Boots Anson-Roa


María Elisa Cristóbal Anson-Rodrigo, better known as Boots Anson-Rodrigo, is a Filipino actress, columnist, editor, and lecturer.

Early life

Anson-Roa, a Bicolana, is the eldest daughter of post-war matinee idol Oscar Moreno, then known as the Robert Taylor of the Philippines, and Belen Cristobal, a descendant of Epifanio de los Santos. She finished her primary and secondary education at the posh Assumption Convent, Manila.

Personal life

Anson-Roa was married to Pedro "Pete" Roa, her co-host in the series Dance-o-Rama from 1964 until his death in 2007. The couple had four children and nine grandchildren.
On November 30, 2013, she was engaged to lawyer Francisco Rodrigo Jr., son of Senator Francisco Soc Rodrigo. They married on June 14, 2014.

Educational background

Anson-Roa began acting in 1968, appearing opposite prestigious names of her generation like Dante Rivero, Joseph Estrada and Fernando Poe Jr. under Sampaguita Pictures and with the legendary caviteño Ramon Revilla Sr. She was given Lifetime Achievement awards by FAMAS and Star Awards, for all her contributions to the media industry.

Awards, honors and distinctions received

Membership in professional organizations

Anson-Roa ran for a seat in the Senate of the Philippines in 2004 under the Koalisyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino. She has held a variety of positions, including Executive Director of MOWELFUND, Inc;

Filmography

Film

Radio shows