Film producer Lily Monteverde, known as Mother Lily, passed away on Sunday, six days after her husband, Remy Monteverde, died on July 29.
Mother Lily, who would have turned 86 on August 19, was a pioneering female film producer in the Philippines. She founded Regal Entertainment, a film and TV production company that produced notable films like the Mano Po and Shake, Rattle & Roll series.
“Our mother, Lily Yu Monteverde, ended her journey at 3:18 AM this morning (August 4, 2024) to join our Creator,” the Monteverde family announced in a statement.
“Throughout her years, she has not only been a mother to her children but also to generations of Filipino filmmakers who helped define Philippine cinema. Even in her final years, Mother Lily remained a cornerstone of the movie industry, providing opportunities to both creative and technical filmmakers,” it said.
Mother Lily was surrounded by her children and grandchildren in her final hour and had the chance to say goodbye to her closest friends and associates who bid her farewell yesterday, according to the statement.
Mother Lily’s work significantly impacted the industry, launching the careers of renowned actors such as Alma Moreno, Gabby Concepcion, Gino Roque, Lorna Tolentino, Janice de Belen, Albert Martinez, Dina Bonnevie, Maricel Soriano, Carmina Villaroel, and Aiko Melendez.
Mother Lily received numerous accolades, including Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Cinemanila International Film Festival and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP), the Manuel de Leon Award for Exemplary Achievement, the Gawad Lino Brocka Lifetime Achievement Award, and the Fernando Poe Jr. Lifetime Achievement Award.
The wake and memorial service will start today at 3:30 p.m. and will continue until Aug. 9 at 38 Valencia Events Place, Quezon City. The interment will be on Aug. 10 at The Heritage Park, Taguig.
Mother Lily is survived by her children Goldwyn, Roselle, Meme, Winnie, and Dondon.
