2026Nominee
Best Performance
Senior Moments
Nova Villa
Actor
Quezon City, Philippines
April 16, 1946
Biography
Novelita Acosta Villanueva Gallegos (born April 16, 1946), known professionally as Nova Villa, is a Filipino actress and comedian. Known primarily as the "Goddess of Comedy", she is regarded as one of the pillars of Philippine entertainment and is celebrated as one of the greatest Filipino comedians of all time. Among her many accolades includes the "Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice medal" bestowed by Pope Francis, the highest papal award the Vatican can give a layperson.
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Representative Works
Awards and Honors
Critical Favorites
2007Nominee
Best Performance
Desperadas
2018Nominee
Best Performance
Miss Granny
Career Highlights
1978Highlight
Best Performance
Dyesebel
2026Highlight
Best Performance
Home Along da Riles: Da Reunion
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Senior Moments
Home Along da Riles: Da Reunion
Kokey