Weng Weng
Weng Weng (actually Ernesto de la Cruz ; born September 7, 1957 in Baclaran , Manila , † August 29, 1992 in Pasay City ) was a Filipino actor and martial arts fighter.
Weng, largely unknown in German-speaking countries, became known as the "smallest leading actor in a movie" through his entry in the Guinness Book of Records . Weng measured 83 cm and was active as an actor from the 1970s until his death in the 1990s .
Weng played in films and appeared in supporting roles from 1972 until he was hired by comedy actor Dolphy as a sidekick for his film The Quick Brown Fox . The success of the work not only resulted in a sequel , but also led to an agent film parody with the short Weng in the lead role: For y'ur Height Only . Another six films with leading roles followed by 1984. Weng was a popular guest on television shows, at public events and campaign appearances.
He died in 1992 of the medical consequences of his short stature.
Filmography (selection)
- 1973: Moon Boy from Another Planet
- 1980: The Quick Brown Fox
- 1981: Agent 003 1/2 on a secret mission (For Y'ur Height Only)
- 1981: Agent 00
- 1982: D'Wild Wild Weng
- 1982: The Cute… The Sexy n 'the Tiny
- 1984: Da Best in da West
Web links
- Weng Weng in the Internet Movie Database (English)
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Weng Weng |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Weng Wang; Ernesto de la Cruz (maiden name) |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Filipino actor, especially martial arts actor |
| DATE OF BIRTH | September 7, 1957 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Baclaran , Manila , Philippines |
| DATE OF DEATH | August 29, 1992 |
| Place of death | Pasay City , Philippines |