Eddie Garcia, beloved actor and director, passed away on June 20, 2019, at 90 years of age. Garcia was born in Manila, Philippines on May 2, 1929. Over the course of his 60-year career in entertainment, he gained recognition as a prolific film and television actor, director, and producer in the Philippines. His career spanned seven decades and included over 1,000 movies and television shows. Garcia was considered by many to be a national cultural icon, and was given the titles 'Giant of Philippine Cinema' and 'King of Philippine Movies' as recognition for his work. In 2019, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Asian Academy of Film and Television in India. He is survived by his daughter Elena, son Rolando, and countless fans around the world. His legacy of top-notch acting and storytelling will remain in the hearts of everyone he touched.