Ram Revilla
| Ram Revilla | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Ramgen Jose M. Bautista February 12, 1988 Pasay City, Philippines |
| Died |
October 29, 2011 (aged 23) Parañaque City, Philippines |
Cause of death | murder |
| Other names | Ram Revilla, Ramgen Revilla |
| Occupation | Matinee idol, actor, model |
| Years active | 2004–2011 |
| Parents |
Ramon Revilla, Sr. Genelyn Magsaysay |
| Family |
Bong Revilla (half-brother) Ramona Belen Ragene Anne Ragelyn Gail Ram Joshua Ramon Joseph (RJ) Raphael Julius Reuben Jesse Ramlyn Gabrielle |
| Website | |
| ramrevilla.net | |
Ram Revilla (February 12, 1988 – October 28, 2011), born Ramgen Jose Magsaysay Bautista,[1] also known as Ramgen Revilla, was a Filipino actor best known for his roles in various Filipino television series including his role as Jeff Gatdula in Tonyong Bayawak. Revilla was murdered on October 28, 2011 at approximately 11:30 pm. He was declared dead on arrival at the Parañaque Medical Center after being shot and stabbed in their family residence.[2] There is no clear evidence about the gunman or the mastermind.
Personal life
Revilla was born in Pasay City to actor and former Philippine Senator Jose A. Bautista (Ramon Revilla, Sr.) and Genelyn Magsaysay. His name "Ramgen" is derived from the first names of his father and mother, Ramon and Genelyn. He grew up in Imus, Cavite. He is one of nine children of Revilla, Sr. and also a half-brother of actor and incumbent Philippine Senator Ramon "Bong" Revilla, Jr.. He followed his father's and brother's footsteps, landing roles on television when he was just 14 years old.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Anak Ka ng Tatay Mo | - | First movie appearance |
| 2005 | Exodus: Tales from the Enchanted Kingdom | - | Credicted as Ramboy Revilla |
| 2007 | Resiklo | Council 3 | Credicted as Ramgen Revilla/Last movie appearance |
Television shows
| Year | Title | Role | Note | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007–08 | Kamandag | Harn | Recurring Role/First TV appearance | GMA Network |
| 2010 | Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla: Tonyong Bayawak | Jeff Gatdula | Recurring Role/Last TV appearance | ABS-CBN |
Death
Revilla was murdered in his family residence at BF Homes in Parañaque City on October 28, 2011 with his younger sister Ramona and former girlfriend Janelle Manahan (Manahan) present in the crime scene. He sustained 11 stab wounds on his body and a gunshot to the left side of his chest.[3] Manahan suffered two gunshots on her face and shoulder,[4] and Ramona was left uninjured because Revilla saved them from further attacks by fighting and locking the door. Citing a police report, Sen. Revilla, brother of the victim, said the gunman shot Ram Revilla with a .45 caliber gun and then stabbed him.[5]
Wake and burial
October 29, 2011, the first day of the wake of Revilla, was full of members of his family and friends, including his supporters and fans. Numerous Philippine personalities visited Revilla's wake. President Benigno Aquino III said his condolences through presidential deputy spokesperson Abigail Valte and expressed that he might attend Revilla's wake to pay his respect personally, however due to a busy schedule, the president was not able to go.[6] A mass was held in the last night of Revilla's wake on November 1, 2011. Revilla's remains were buried on November 2, 2011 at 2:00 pm. Revilla was buried at the Revilla Mausoleum located at Angelus Eternal Garden in Toclong, Imus, Cavite with his family and closest friends leading the funeral rites.[7]