Ruben Tagalog

Ruben Tagalog
Born(1922-10-17)October 17, 1922
La Paz, Iloilo City, Philippines
OriginPhilippines
DiedMarch 5, 1985(1985-03-05) (aged 62)
GenresKundiman, folk[1]
Occupation(s)Actor, singer
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar

Ruben Tagalog (October 17, 1922 – March 5, 1985) was a Filipino actor and musician, famous for his works in the kundiman style. He was also one of the founders of the singing group Mabuhay Singers. He is known as the "Father of Kundiman". He was a member of the US Army during the Japanese occupation of the Philippines.

  1. ^ "UST Writing Center, Mabuhay Singers Pay Tribute To Levi Celerio". Philippine Daily Inquirer. 16 June 2002. Retrieved 21 February 2022.