Christopher de Leon | |
|---|---|
 De Leon in 2023 | |
| Member of the Batangas Provincial Board from the 2nd district | |
| In office June 30, 2010 – June 30, 2013 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Christopher Strauss de León October 31, 1956 Manila, Philippines |
| Political party | Liberal (2009–present) |
| Other political affiliations | PMP (until 2009) |
| Spouses | |
| Relations | Janine Gutierrez (adoptive granddaughter |
| Children | 10 (incl. Lotlot, Matet and Gabriel) |
| Parent(s) | Gil de León (father) Lilia Dizon (mother) |
| Occupation |
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| Other names | Boyet, Chris |
| Alma mater | University of the East, (BFA) |
| Years active | 1974–present |
Christopher Strauss de León[1][2] (born October 31, 1956) is a Filipino actor and politician. Sometimes called the "King of Philippine Drama",[3][4] he has appeared in over 120 films since the early 1970s.
De Leon made his debut in the entertainment industry as one of the main characters in the all-male comic spoof Goin' Bananas, in the 1980s. He later switched from comedy to drama, thanks to his appearances on Star Drama Presents.[5] He is regarded as one of the Filipino actors with the most extensive filmographies.[6] De Leon has won seven FAMAS Awards, including five Best Actor wins.[7] He has received two Gawad Urian Awards, four FAP Awards, and an MMFF Hall of Fame plaque.[8] He received the Ulirang Artista Lifetime Achievement Award at the 27th PMPC Star Awards.[9]
On June 30, 2010, he was sworn into office as a board member of the second district of Batangas.
Early life and education
De Leon is the son of Gil de León and Lilia Dizon. He is of German Jewish descent from his maternal grandfather.[10] On May 11, 1999, he was given a US certificate of citizenship, passed to him through his maternal grandfather and his mother.[11] He studied fine arts at the University of the East in Manila.
Acting career
In the 1980s to 1990s, de Leon was part of the cast of the all-male show Goin' Bananas, with veteran actors Jay Ilagan, Johnny Delgado, and Edgar Mortiz.
In 2000, he hosted the first Philippine version of the quiz show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? (also known as WW2BAM) on IBC, until 2002.
In 2003–2004, he became part of the GMA-7 television series Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw as well as its successor, Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw Pa Rin, with fellow actors Alice Dixson and Lani Mercado.
In 2005, he became part of the television franchise of Mars Ravelo's Darna, as Dr. Zombie.
In 2006, de Leon joined the soap opera Maging Sino Ka Man, with John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo, among others. The series continued six months later with Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik, ending on March 28, 2008.
In 2007, he appeared in the pilot episode of the series Pangarap na Bituin.
In 2008, de Leon was part of the ABS-CBN series Kahit Isang Saglit, with Jericho Rosales, Carmen Soo, Cristine Reyes, Isabel Rivas, and Albert Martinez.
In 2009, he returned to GMA Network for Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition and its Christmas special, Sana Ngayong Pasko. He was also part of Lovers in Paris.
In 2010, he was among the cast of the fantasy television series Panday Kids and Ilumina.
In 2011, de Leon was cast on the afternoon shows Bantatay and Captain Barbell. He was also a guest on the long-running series 100 Days to Heaven.
In the fourth quarter of 2011, he was part of the TV5 political drama miniseries Sa Ngalan ng Ina, together with his estranged wife, Nora Aunor.
In 2012, he was part of ABS-CBN's Dahil sa Pag-ibig, with Jericho Rosales and Piolo Pascual.
In 2013, de Leon participated in Muling Buksan Ang Puso as Anton "El Patron" Silvestre, playing the father of Leonel Beltran, portrayed by Enchong Dee.
In 2014, he starred in The Legal Wife with Angel Locsin and Jericho Rosales, and later played as the older version of Jake Cuenca's character in the second season of Ikaw Lamang.
In 2015, he starred in Beautiful Strangers as Ronaldo Castillo, the main antagonist.
In 2023, de Leon starred in Batang Quiapo, in the role of Ramon Montenegro, one of the main antagonists.
Theater
In 2013, De Leon produced the play LORENZO, a musical on the life of Lorenzo Ruiz, with music by Ryan Cayabyab, book and lyrics by Juan Ekis and Paul Dumol, with the collaboration of Joem Antonio, and direction by Nonon Padilla. Lorenz Martinez plays Ruiz, the first Filipino saint. LORENZO's maiden run was held in September 2013 at DLS-CSB's SDA Theater.[12]
Political career
2007 elections
In 2007, de Leon decided to run as Vice Governor of Batangas. He was supposed to be the running mate of incumbent Vice Governor Ricky Recto but was instead running mate to former Batangas police director Nestor Sanares. He lost to Mark Leviste.
2010 elections
He ran once more in 2010, this time for board member of the Second District of Batangas, which he won. Garnering the highest number of votes among those elected, he became Senior Board Member of Batangas.
2013 elections
De Leon was a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District of the Province of Batangas but lost the race to Rep. Mandanas' Chief of Staff, Raneo Abu.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nacionalista | Raneo Abu | 94,531 | 39.86 | |||
| UNA | Danilo Berberabe | 93,426 | 39.39 | |||
| Liberal | Christopher De Leon | 34,218 | 14.43 | |||
| Margin of victory | 1,105 | 0.47% | ||||
| Invalid or blank votes | 15,003 | 6.33 | ||||
| Total votes | 237,178 | 100.00 | ||||
| Nacionalista gain from Liberal | ||||||
Personal life
De Leon's first marriage was to actress Nora Aunor. The couple, who eventually separated,[13] produced five children, including Matet and Lotlot.[14] De Leon's second marriage is to actress Sandy Andolong. The couple has five children, including Gabriel.[2]
De Leon is a practicing Roman Catholic.[15]
On March 17, 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, de Leon announced that he had been diagnosed with the virus.[16] He claimed to be asymptomatic and was not in contact with any COVID-19 carriers.[17] He recovered from the disease and was released from the hospital on March 24.[18]
Selected filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Director | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang | Lino Brocka | Junior |
| 1975 | Banaue: Stairway to the Sky | Gerardo de León | Sadek |
| 1976 | Ganito Kami Noon... Paano Kayo Ngayon? | Eddie Romero | Nicolas "Kulas" Ocampo |
| Tatlong Taong Walang Diyos | Mario O'Hara | Masugi | |
| 1977 | Masarap, Masakit ang Umibig | Elwood Perez | |
| Kung Mangarap Ka't Magising | Mike de Leon | Joey | |
| 1978 | Lagi Na Lamang Ba Akong Babae? | Ishmael Bernal | Desto |
| Ikaw Ay Akin | Rex | ||
| 1979 | Ang Alamat ni Julian Makabayan | Celso Ad. Castillo | Julian Makabayan |
| 1980 | Kakabakaba Ka Ba? | Mike de Leon | Johnny |
| Taga sa Panahon | |||
| Aguila | Eddie Romero | Mari L. Aguila | |
| 1981 | Pakawalan Mo Ako | Freddie | |
| 1982 | Relasyon | Ishmael Bernal | Emil |
| Cain and Abel | Lino Brocka | Ellis | |
| Haplos | Antonio "Butch" Perez | Al | |
| 1983 | Broken Marriage | Ishmael Bernal | Rene |
| 1985 | Bituing Walang Ningning | Emmanuel H. Borlaza | Nico Escobar |
| Hindi Nahahati ang Langit | Mike de Leon | Noel | |
| God Save Me | Carlo J. Caparas | Homer | |
| 1987 | Maging Akin Ka Lamang | Lino Brocka | Andy Abrigo |
| 1988 | Kapag Napagod ang Puso | Maryo J. de los Reyes | Adrian |
| Magkano ang Iyong Dangal? | Laurice Guillen | Paolo | |
| 1989 | 3 Mukha ng Pag-ibig | Lino Brocka Emmanuel H. Borlaza Leroy Salvador | Olan |
| Imortal | Eddie Garcia | Josef Alfonso / Nicholas Alfonso-Lopez / Basil Alonso-Lopez | |
| 1990 | Biktima | Lino Brocka | Jing Aureus |
| My Other Woman | Maryo J. de los Reyes | Benjo Santiago | |
| Gumapang Ka sa Lusak | Lino Brocka | Levi | |
| 1991 | Ipagpatawad Mo | Laurice Guillen | Mike |
| 1992 | Hiram na Mukha | Joel Lamangan | Dr. Hugo Roldan |
| 1993 | Gaano Kita Kamahal | Butch Perez | Rolly Suclad |
| 1995 | Eskapo | Chito S. Roño | Eugenio López, Jr. |
| 1996 | Sa Aking Mga Kamay | Rory B. Quintos | Joven dela Rosa |
| Kristo | Ben Yalung | Dismas | |
| 1997 | Madrasta | Olivia Lamasan | Edward |
| Nasaan ang Puso | Chito S. Roño | Dave | |
| 1998 | Ama Namin | Ben Yalung | Fr. Rico / Ka Marco |
| 1999 | Wansapanataym: The Movie | Johnny Manahan | Gary Asuring |
| Bulaklak ng Maynila | Joel Lamangan | Timo | |
| 2001 | American Adobo | Laurice Guillen | Mike |
| 2002 | Dekada '70 | Chito S. Roño | Julian Bartolome |
| Mahal Kita, Final Answer | Ike Jarlego Jr. | Himself (uncredited, host of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?) | |
| 2003 | Mano Po 2: My Home | Erik Matti | Antonio "Tony" Chan |
| 2004 | Mano Po III: My Love | Joel Lamangan | Michael Lim |
| 2006 | Blue Moon | Rod Pineda | |
| 2007 | Faces of Love | Eddie Romero | Don Arcadio |
| 2008 | When Love Begins | Jose Javier Reyes | Paco Valmonte |
| Magkaibigan | Atoy | ||
| 2009 | Mano Po 6: A Mother's Love | Joel Lamangan | Alfonso Uy |
| 2010 | Sa 'yo Lamang | Laurice Guillen | Franco Alvero |
| 2011 | Catch Me, I'm in Love | Mae Cruz-Alviar | President Enrique Rodriguez |
| 2012 | The Reunion | Frasco Santos-Mortiz | Chino |
| El Presidente | Mark Meily | Gen. Antonio Luna | |
| 2014 | Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina, at mga Anak | Eriberto "Jon" H. Villarin Jr. | Ka Romeo |
| 2015 | Tragic Theatre | Tikoy Aguiluz | Miguel Sanchez Agcaoli |
| 2016 | Dukot | Paul Soriano | Manong Johnny |
| The Escort | Enzo Williams | Gary Montenilla | |
| 2017 | Kamandag ng Droga | Carlo J. Caparas | |
| Smaller and Smaller Circles | Raya Martin | Philip Mapa | |
| 2018 | Kasal | Ruel S. Bayani | Ernesto Cordero |
| 2021 | On the Job: The Missing 8[19] | Erik Matti | Arnel Pangan |
| 2023 | When I Met You in Tokyo[20] | Rommel Penesa[21] Rado Peru[21] | Joey |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1986–1991 | Goin' Bananas | Himself | IBC 13 ABS-CBN |
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| 1993–2001 | Star Drama Presents | ABS-CBN | |||
| 2000–2002 | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? | Himself / host | IBC 13 | ||
| 2002–2003 | Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw | Lemuel Verder | GMA Network | ||
| 2003 | Ang Iibigin ay Ikaw Pa Rin | ||||
| StarStruck | Himself / council member | ||||
| 2004 | Hanggang Kailan | Dado | |||
| 2005 | Now and Forever: Agos | Armando | |||
| Darna | Dr. Ted / Dr. Zombie | ||||
| 2006–2007 | Maging Sino Ka Man | Don Fidel Madrigal | ABS-CBN | ||
| 2007–2008 | Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik | ||||
| 2007 | Magpakailanman | Himself | GMA Network | ||
| Pangarap na Bituin | Carlo Gomez | ABS-CBN | |||
| 2008 | Kahit Isang Saglit | Anthony Mondragon | |||
| 2009 | May Bukas Pa | Marcelito "Lito" Azarcon | [22] | ||
| Lovers in Paris | George Aranaz | ||||
| Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition | Himself | GMA Network | |||
| Sana Ngayong Pasko | Gordon Dionisio | ||||
| 2010 | SRO Cinemaserye: Meet The Fathers | Father Alejandro | |||
| Panday Kids | Guro | ||||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Buloy | Episode: "Gitara" | ABS-CBN | ||
| Ilumina | Frederico Salcedo | GMA Network | |||
| Jillian: Namamasko Po | Dante Molina | ||||
| 2011 | Bantatay | Bartolome Sison | |||
| Captain Barbell | Nero | ||||
| 100 Days to Heaven | Ronaldo Quinio | ABS-CBN | |||
| Sa Ngalan ng Ina | Jose "Pepe" Ilustre | TV5 | |||
| 2012 | Dahil sa Pag-Ibig | Leo Valderama | ABS-CBN | ||
| Kung Ako'y Iiwan Mo | Manny Raymundo | ||||
| Luna Blanca | Luis Buenaluz | GMA Network | |||
| Pahiram ng Sandali | Phillip Reyes | ||||
| 2013 | Kidlat | Vincent Megaton Sr. | TV5 | ||
| Misibis Bay | Anthony Cadiz | ||||
| Muling Buksan ang Puso | Anton "El Patron" Silvestre / Anton Cabigas | ABS-CBN | |||
| 2014 | The Legal Wife | Javier Santiago, Sr. | |||
| Ikaw Lamang | Franco Hidalgo | ||||
| 2015 | Beautiful Strangers | Ronaldo Castillo | GMA Network | ||
| 2016 | Little Nanay | August "Tisoy" D. Castañeda | |||
| Ang Probinsyano | Michael "Mike" Alonzo | ABS-CBN | |||
| Carlo J. Caparas' Ang Panday | Lizardo | TV5 | |||
| Alyas Robin Hood | Jose De Jesus, Sr. | GMA Network | |||
| 2017 | Kambal, Karibal | Emmanuel De Villa | |||
| 2018 | Sana Dalawa ang Puso | Juancho Laureano | ABS-CBN | ||
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Edgardo "Edong" Angara | Episode: "Family Portrait" | |||
| 2019 | TODA One I Love | Enrique Sixto | GMA Network | ||
| 2020 | Love Thy Woman | Adam Wong | ABS-CBN | ||
| 2021 | I Can See You: The Lookout | Robert Penuliar | GMA Network | ||
| Huwag Kang Mangamba | Elias Arcilla | Kapamilya Channel | |||
| 2022 | Lolong | Governor Armando Banson | GMA Network | ||
| Tadhana | Isaiah | Episode: "Babawiin Ko Ang Langit" | |||
| 2023 | Cattleya Killer | Joven dela Rosa | Amazon Prime Video | ||
| 2023–present | Batang Quiapo | Ramon Montenegro / Alberto Frias | Kapamilya Channel |
Music albums
- Christopher De Leon (1977)
- Sisikat Na Naman? (1978)
- In Love with Christopher de Leon (1979)
- Ikaw Lamang (1981)
- Umaga Na Naman (1982)
- Nasaan ang Pangako (1983)
- Kung Mangarap Ka't Magising (1984)
- Bituing Walang Ningning (1985)
- Maligayang Pasko at Masaganang Bagong Taon! (1987)
- Kung Mahawi Man ang Ulap (1988)
- Umaga Na Naman: The Best of Christopher de Leon (1989)
- Ipagpatawad Mo: The Soundtrack (1991)
- 8:00 AM Na Naman (1992)
- Boyet sings Christopher Cross (1994)
- Greatest Hits: Live (1996)
- 15 Classic Platinum Hits (1998)
- Original Gold (2000)
- Premium Gold Collection (2001)
- The Platinum Collection (2003)
- Mga Awit Pelikula (2006)
Awards and nominations
| Year | Movie/TV Show | Category | Result | Organization |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | Tinimbang Ka Ngunit Kulang | Best Actor | Won | FAMAS Awards |
| 1975 | Banaue | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1976 | Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon | Best Actor | Won | FAMAS Awards |
| Ganito Kami Noon, Paano Kayo Ngayon | Best Actor | Won | 1976 Metro Manila Film Festival[23] | |
| 1977 | Masarap, Masakit ang Umibig | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1978 | Lagi na Lamang Ba Akong Babae? | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1979 | Ang Alamat ni Julian Makabayan | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1980 | Aguila | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| Taga sa Panahon | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards | |
| 1981 | Pakawalan Mo Ako | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1982 | Haplos | Best Actor | Won | 1982 Metro Manila Film Festival[24] |
| Relasyon | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards | |
| 1983 | Broken Marriage | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1985 | God Save Me | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1987 | Maging Akin Ka Lamang | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1988 | Kapag Napagod Ang Puso | Best Actor | Won | FAMAS Awards |
| 1989 | Imortal | Best Actor | Nominated | FAMAS Awards |
| 1989 | Imortal | Best Actor | Won | 1989 Metro Manila Film Festival[25] |
| 1990 | My Other Woman | Best Actor | Won | FAMAS Awards |
| 1991 | Biktima | Best Actor | Won | 7th PMPC Star Awards for Movies |
| Gumapang Ka sa Lusak | Best Supporting Actor | Won | ||
| 1992 | Ipagpatawad Mo | Best Actor | Won | FAMAS Awards |
| Ipagpatawad Mo | Best Actor | Won | 8th PMPC Star Awards for Movies | |
| 1994 | Gaano Kita Kamahal | Best Actor | Won | 10th PMPC Star Awards for Movies |
| 1996 | Madrasta | Best Actor | Won | Star Awards for Movies |
| 1997 | Nasaan ang Puso | Best Actor | Won | 1997 Metro Manila Film Festival[26] |
| 1999 | Bulaklak ng Maynila | Best Actor | Won | 1999 Metro Manila Film Festival[27] |
| 2004 | Mano Po III: My Love | Best Actor | Won | 2004 Metro Manila Film Festival[28] |
| 2005 | Hanggang Kailan | Best Drama Actor | Nominated | 19th PMPC Star Awards for TV |
| Magpakailanman | Best Single Performance by an Actor | Nominated | ||
| 2006 | Now and Forever: Agos | Best Drama Actor | Nominated | 20th PMPC Star Awards for TV |
| Maalaala Mo Kaya | Best Single Performance by an Actor | Nominated | ||
| 2008 | Magkaibigan | Best Actor | Won | 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival |
| 2008 | ---- | Lino Brocka Lifetime Achievement Award | Won | Golden Screen Awards[29] |
| 2009 | Kahit Isang Saglit | Best Drama Actor | Nominated | 23rd PMPC Star Awards for TV |
| Magkaibigan | Best Actor | Won | 27th Luna Awards | |
| 2009 | Magkaibigan | Film Actor of the Year | Won | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Awards[30] |
| 2014 | Ikaw Lamang | Best Drama Supporting Actor | Nominated | 28th PMPC Star Awards for TV |
| 2017 | The Escort | Best Supporting Actor | Nominated | 33rd PMPC Star Awards for Movies |
| 2023 | When I Met You in Tokyo | Best Actor | Nominated | 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival |
References
- ↑ Juan, Stef (May 11, 2006). "Real Life, starring Christopher de Leon". The Philippine Star. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
- 1 2 Reyes, William R. (June 14, 2011). "PEP: Boyet de Leon on showbiz, politics, family, and ex-wife Nora". Philippine Entertainment Portal. GMA News and Public Affairs. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
- ↑ Buan -Deveza, Reyma. "Boyet de Leon: Still no heir to 'Drama King' throne; praises Echo and Lloydie". ABS-CBN News.
- ↑ "Christopher de Leon nag-react sa pagbabati nina Nora at Lotlot". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 30, 2022.
- ↑ "How Christopher de Leon showed his extraordinary acting talent in Kapamilya TV roles | ABS-CBN Entertainment". ent.abs-cbn.com. Retrieved June 5, 2023.
- ↑ "Christopher de Leon on his first big break, the great directors & why his wife says he's the quintessential leading man". ANC Philippines.
- ↑ Medina, Rogelio Constantino. "Christopher: Pain is part of my life". Philstar.com. Retrieved July 30, 2022.
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- ↑ "Christopher de Leon considers Lifetime Achievement award from the Star Awards a "humbling experience"". PEP.ph. Retrieved July 30, 2022.
- ↑
- ↑ U.S. CITIZENSHIP: Christopher's Legacy to his Children Archived January 11, 2012, at the Wayback Machine. gurfinkel.com
- ↑ "Lorenzo". lorenzorocks.com. Archived from the original on August 23, 2013. Retrieved October 9, 2023.
- ↑ Reyes, William R. (September 9, 2011). "Nora Aunor on failed marriage with Christopher de Leon: "Kung hindi naging matigas ang ulo ko noon, hindi sana kami naghiwalay."". Philippine Entertainment Portal. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
- ↑ Torre, Nestor (June 5, 2014). "All in the family". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
- ↑ "Pinoy celebrities share excitement for Pope Francis visit". GMA News and Public Affairs. January 14, 2015. Retrieved August 25, 2017.
- ↑ "Christopher De Leon positive for coronavirus". Inquirer.net. Philippine Daily Inquirer. March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
- ↑ "Christopher De Leon confirms he has COVID-19". GMA News Online. March 17, 2020. Retrieved March 17, 2020.
- ↑ "Actor Christopher de Leon discharged from the hospital". CNN Philippines. March 25, 2020. Retrieved March 31, 2020.
- ↑ Andas, Christine (November 9, 2022). "On the Job: The Missing 8 Review – The Many Faces of Corruption". Tatler Asia.
- ↑ Gonzales, Joseph Peter R. (August 14, 2023). "Vilma Santos hopeful for MMFF 2023 spot". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 24, 2023.
Shot significantly in Japan, they're in the final post-production stages...
- 1 2 Jusay, Annalyn S. (April 1, 2023). "Vilma and Boyet are shooting their reunion movie in Tokyo". Manila Bulletin. Manila Bulletin Publishing Corporation. Retrieved August 24, 2023.
- ↑ Christopher de Leon talks about health condition of wife Sandy Andolong | PEP.ph: The Number One Site for Philippine Showbiz Archived November 27, 2009, at the Wayback Machine. PEP.ph. Retrieved on February 5, 2012.
- ↑ "Metro Manila Film Festival:1976". IMDB. Retrieved April 9, 2014.
- ↑ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 1982". Internet Movie Database.
- ↑ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 1989". Internet Movie Database.
- ↑ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 1997". Internet Movie Database.
- ↑ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 1999". Internet Movie Database.
- ↑ "Metro Manila Film Festival: Awards for 2004". Internet Movie Database.
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