DECLARING JULY 13, 2012 AS A 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 a career
that had
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, too, 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 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, I, BENIGNO S. AQUINO III , 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. I 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. I 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.

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

 

(SGD.) BENIGNO S. AQUINO III
President of the Philippines

By Authority of the President:

(SGD.) PAQUITO N. OCHOA, JR.
Executive Secretary