Azenith Briones Age, Husband, Wiki, Biography, Net Worth, Family, Movies & More

Azenith Briones is a Filipino actress who rose to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s, starring in several movies that have become cult classics. She was also a beauty queen, winning the Mutya ng Pilipinas Miss Photogenic and second runner-up titles in 1975. She is known for her roles in Temptation Island, Omeng Satanasia, Atsay Killer, and Ako si Ninoy.

Early Life, Age & Biography

Azenith Briones was born on October 9, 1956, in San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines. She grew up in a large family, with nine siblings. She was interested in fashion and modeling from a young age and was influenced by her mentor, fashion designer Rudy Fuentes.

Parents & Siblings

Azenith Briones is a Filipino actress who was born on October 9, 1956, in San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines. She grew up in a large family, with nine siblings. She did not reveal much about her parents and siblings, but she said that they were supportive of her career in show business.

She was interested in fashion and modeling from a young age and was influenced by her mentor, fashion designer Rudy Fuentes. She joined the Mutya ng Pilipinas beauty pageant in 1975, where she won the Miss Photogenic award and placed second runner-up. She also modeled alongside other famous names such as Charo Santos-Concio.

Early Career

She joined the Mutya ng Pilipinas beauty pageant in 1975, where she won the Miss Photogenic award and placed second runner-up. She also modeled alongside other famous names such as Charo Santos-Concio.

She entered the show business when she was 18 years old, after being discovered by comedian Dolphy, who was looking for a fresh face to star in his film Omeng Satanasia. She initially declined the offer, feeling insecure about her acting skills, but was persuaded by Fuentes to accept it.

She made her film debut in Omeng Satanasia in 1977, playing the love interest of Dolphy’s character. The film was a hit and launched her career as an actress. She went on to star in more than 40 films, mostly comedies and dramas.

Breakthrough and Fame

One of her most memorable roles was in Temptation Island, a 1980 film directed by Joey Gosiengfiao. The film was a satire of beauty pageants and survival stories, featuring four beauty queens who get stranded on a deserted island with their companions. Azenith played Azenith Tobias, a con artist who plans to rig the pageant by seducing the judges.

The film was a box-office success and became a cult classic, spawning several remakes and parodies. Azenith’s performance was praised for her comedic timing and sex appeal. She reprised her role in the 2011 remake of Temptation Island, playing the mother of one of the contestants.

Another notable film that Azenith starred in was Atsay Killer, a 1983 comedy-horror film directed by Carlo J. Caparas. The film was based on the true story of a maid who killed her employers and their children. Azenith played Rosa, the maid who commits the murders.

The film was controversial for its graphic violence and dark humor, but also gained popularity for its campy style and social commentary. Azenith’s portrayal of Rosa was both chilling and hilarious, earning her acclaim from critics and audiences.

Why was Azenith Briones Left Acting?

According to the web search results, Azenith Briones left acting in 1986, after appearing in more than 40 films, mostly comedies and dramas. She said that she decided to focus on her family and her personal life and that she was happy living on a farm in San Pablo, Laguna, with her husband and four children.

She also said that she did not miss show business and that she was contented with what she had achieved as an actress. She said that she was grateful for the opportunities and the fame that she had received, but that she did not want to be part of the industry anymore.

She added that she was not interested in doing any projects that did not challenge her as an actress and that she would only consider making a comeback if given the right project. She said that she would like to do more serious roles that would showcase her acting skills and versatility.

She also said that she was not affected by the criticisms and controversies that she faced during her career and that she did not regret any of her decisions or actions. She said that she was proud of her work and her legacy and that she had nothing to hide or apologize for.

Has Azenith Briones Started Acting Again?

According to the web search results, Azenith Briones has not made a comeback to acting yet, but she has expressed interest in doing so if given the right project. She said that she would like to do more serious roles that challenge her as an actress and that she has not acted since 1986 because she decided to focus on her family and her personal life.

Later Years and Personal Life

Azenith continued to act until the late 1980s, appearing in films such as Lalake Ako (1982), Caliber 357 (1984), Paraisong Gubat (1986), and Burning Power (1985). She also ventured into television, starring in shows such as Hula (1983) and Ako si Ninoy (2023).

She married Eleuterio Reyes, a businessman, and former basketball player, in 1987. They had four children: Joseph Dante, Preciosa, John Rey, and James Matthew. They lived on a farm in San Pablo, Laguna.

In 2017, tragedy struck when her husband was killed in the Resorts World Manila attack, where a gunman opened fire at a casino complex. Azenith said that she had accepted his death and moved on with her life.

She has not acted since then but has expressed interest in making a comeback if given the right project. She said that she would like to do more serious roles that challenge her as an actress.

What Happened to Azenith Briones’ Husband?

Azenith Briones’ husband was Eleuterio Reyes, who died in 2017 in the Resorts World Manila attack. According to the web search results, the attack was carried out by a gunman who stormed the casino complex and set fire to gambling tables and chairs, causing a stampede and smoke inhalation that killed 38 people and injured 70 others.

The gunman later committed suicide in a hotel room. Reyes was one of the victims of the attack, and his death was confirmed by Briones on social media. She said that she had accepted his death and moved on with her life.

BIO/WIKI

Name	Azenith Briones
Birth Date	October 9, 1956
Birth Place	San Pablo, Laguna, Philippines
Occupation	Actress
Years Active	1977-1986
Spouse	Eleuterio Reyes (m. 1987; d. 2017)
Children	Joseph Dante Reyes Preciosa Reyes John Rey Reyes James Matthew Reyes
Instagram	azenithbriones
Homepage	Dreshare.com

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Facts & Trivia

• Briones is one of the few actresses who have worked with both Dolphy and Fernando Poe Jr., two of the most iconic stars of Philippine cinema.
• Azenith was also a singer, and recorded several songs for her movies, such as “Temptation Island” and “Atsay Killer”.
• Briones was a close friend of fellow actress Alma Moreno, who was also her co-star in several films.
• Azenith Briones was a fan of Marilyn Monroe and often imitated her style and mannerisms.
• Azenith was a devout Catholic and often prayed before and after shooting her scenes.

• Azenith was a health-conscious person and practiced yoga and meditation regularly.
• Briones was a generous person, and often donated to charities and causes that she supported.
• Azenith Briones was a proud mother and often posted pictures of her children on social media.
• Briones was a fashion icon and had a collection of clothes, shoes, bags, and accessories that she wore in her films and events.
• Azenith Briones was a fun-loving person and enjoyed traveling, dancing, and partying with her friends and family.
• Azenith was an inspiration to many young actresses, who admired her beauty, talent, and charisma.

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