Proclamation No. 433, s. 2012

MALACANAN PALACE

MANILA

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE PHILIPPINES PROCLAMATION NO. 433

DECLARING JULY 13, 2012 AS NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE TO HONOR THE MEMORY OF THE LATE RODOLFO “DOLPHY” QUIZON SR.

WHEREAS, the nation deeply feels the passing of Rodolfo Quizon, Sr., the man who will live on in Philippine cultural history — and in the hearts of many of his countrymen — as “Dolphy;”

WHEREAS, with every milestone that he marked in the career that spanned decades, the standards of the entertainment industry were raised, our cultural identity was strengthened, and innumerable aspirants had an example to look up to;

WHEREAS, he was a philanthropist and his encouragement of charitable causes was driven by a deep-rooted recognition of the promise within his fellowmen and a genuinely generous heart;

WHEREAS, it is appropriate to mark the memory of Mr. Quizon’s contributions to Philippine culture, arts, and entertainment;

WHEREAS, even as we grieve over the loss of a cultural icon and a master of his field, we should never forget that Dolphy made generations of Filipinos laugh; he was unparalleled in tapping into our inherently jovial spirit — that both challenges and triumphs could be met with optimism and cheer; and that, therefore, this was the greatest gift he gave the Filipino people, and this is the kindness that he will always be remembered for: Dolphy was relentless in reminding us all to always open ourselves to joy; and

WHEREAS, his contribution to Philippine culture and arts influenced and will continue to influence the Philippine Entertainment Industry for generations to come.

NOW, THEREFORE, |, BENIGNO S. AQUINO Iil, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the power vested in me by law, do hereby proclaim July 13, 2012 as a Day of National Remembrance, to honor the memory of the late Rodolfo “Dolphy” Quizon, Sr. | ask all our countrymen to reflect on the art and artistry, the personal kindness and generosity, and deep patriotism of Dolphy, and the manner in which he exemplified in his works and life, the positive values of the Filipino people. | ask all our countrymen to make this Day of Remembrance a celebration of the full life that Dolphy, with utmost generosity, shared with the country.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, | have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed.

Done in the City of Manila, this 12"" day of July, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Twelve.

By the President:

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