Tony Carreon
Actor
Biography
Tony Carreon ( born June 30, 1926) was a prolific Filipino actor, born Juan Antonio Saiz Carrion on, in Manila, Philippines. His distinct appearance, reflecting his mixed Filipino heritage, often led to his casting in "mestizo" roles within the diverse landscape of Filipino cinema. Carreon built an extensive filmography throughout his career, showcasing his versatility across numerous productions. He is perhaps most widely recognized for his role as Mr. Carrion in the 1993 martial arts film "Angelfist." His career spanned many decades and he appeared in over 60 films. Some of his more well known roles were in the films "José Rizal" (1998), a historical drama, and "Sarah... ang munting prinsesa" (1995), a family film. He also appeared in the television series "A Dangerous Life." Standing at 1.83 meters, Tony Carreon contributed significantly to Filipino cinema, portraying diverse characters and leaving a lasting mark on the industry. He passed away on May 27, 2003, in the Philippines.
Filmography
The Muthers
as Monteiro 1976
Stryker
1983
The Impossible Kid
as Don Simeon 1982
Death Force
1978
Angelfist
as Mr. Carrion 1993
The Firing Line
as Minister Figueroa 1988
T-Bird at Ako
as Judge 1982
Shake, Rattle & Roll
as Antonio (segment "Baso") 1984
Black Fire
as Luis Sanchez 1986
Stranglehold
as Captain Estrada 1994
Ninja's Force
1984
Sarah... Ang Munting Prinsesa
as Señor Francisco 1995
Dipped in Gold
1970
José Rizal
as Dominican Friar 1998
As Long As We're Together
as Minister of Foreign Affairs 1995
Zuma
as Minister 1985