Pen Medina


Crispin "Pen" Medina Sr. 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. He is also the second KFC Filipino Colonel.

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.
Baron Geisler accused Medina of sexually assaulting Geisler's girlfriend. Geisler claims that this incident was the reason he peed on Medina.

Filmography

Television

Movies

Awards