Halina Perez, born Vanessa May-Anne D. Uri, was a Filipino actress who became known for her work in erotic thrillers and comedy films during the early 2000s.
Although her career lasted only about four years, she appeared in more than 10 productions, including Amorseko: Damong Ligaw, Ikapitong Gloria, Kasiping, Balat-Sibuyas, Kiskisan, and Kirot sa Dibdib. Her life and career were tragically cut short by a fatal road accident in March 2004, when she was only 22 years old.
| Halina Perez | |
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| Wiki Facts & About Data | |
| Real Name: | Vanessa May-Anne D. Uri |
| Stage Name: | Halina Perez |
| Born: | December 11, 1981 |
| Died: | March 4, 2004 (age 22 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Santa Maria, Laguna, Philippines |
| Nationality: | Filipino |
| Ethnicity: | Filipino |
| Religion: | Christianity |
| Parents: | Rene Uri, Mildred Uri |
| Siblings: | Gia Uri |
| Occupation: | Actress |
| Net Worth: | $500,000 |
Early Life and Education
Halina Perez was born on December 11, 1981, in Santa Maria, Laguna, Philippines. Her parents were Rene Uri and Mildred Uri, who separated when Halina was approximately four years old. Halina was the first-born child, while her younger sister Gia Uri, was raised by their mother after the separation. Halina remained with her father.
Her childhood was affected by the separation of her parents and difficulties within the family. Her father was reportedly imprisoned in Laguna, and Philstar reported that Halina and her father had disagreements concerning her decision to enter show business. Despite these difficulties, she pursued her ambitions and eventually moved toward the entertainment industry.
Regarding her education, sources differ. Some biographies state that she graduated from Sta. Maria Academy School in Santa Maria, Laguna, while IMDb records her as a graduate of Quezon National High School and says that she enrolled at Enverga University before moving to Manila.
Career
Halina Perez entered the Philippine entertainment industry around 2000 and quickly became recognized for her beauty and screen presence. She adopted the professional name Halina Perez and began appearing in films that combined drama, comedy, romance, and erotic themes.
Her early credits included Alipin ng Tukso (2000), followed by Ika-Pitong Gloria and Amorseko: Damong Ligaw in 2001. In 2002, she appeared in several productions, including Hinog sa Pilit: Sobra sa Tamis, Biglang Liko, Alyas Bomba Queen, Tukaan, Dalaginding, Sex Files, and Kasiping.
She continued working steadily in 2003, appearing in Balat-Sibuyas, Asboobs: Asal Bobo, and Kiskisan, one of her better-known films. In Kiskisan, she played Gemma. Her final credited film was Kirot sa Dibdib, released in 2004, in which she played Serena Luna. Her career therefore spanned approximately 2000 to 2004 and included more than 10 screen credits.
Personal Life
Halina Perez was not married and had no publicly documented children. She was the first-born child of Rene Uri and Mildred Uri and had a younger sister named Gia.
Halina was particularly known for her beauty, screen presence, and willingness to take provocative roles, which helped her attract attention during her brief career. Her height and hobbies are unknown.
Halina Perez died on March 4, 2004, following a devastating road accident in the Philippines. She had attended the opening of a Konica photo store in Legazpi City, Albay, and was traveling back toward Manila with several other people, including her manager Isah Munio and actress Danna Garcel. Their vehicle collided head-on with another vehicle near the Quezon–Camarines Norte boundary.
Halina Perez suffered a broken neck in the crash. Rescuers reportedly found her still breathing, but she died before or upon arrival at the hospital. Her manager Isah Munio also died in the accident, while the other passengers survived. Perez was later buried at Santa Maria Catholic Cemetery in her hometown.
Net Worth
Halina Perez‘s net worth is $500,000 USD. She accumulated her wealth through acting, film appearances, and entertainment work during her four-year career in the Philippine film industry.
Filmography
- Alipin ng Tukso (2000) — Liza
- Ika-Pitong Gloria (2001)
- Amorseko: Damong Ligaw (2001)
- Kasiping (2002) — Gilda
- Balat-Sibuyas (2003) — Diana
- Kiskisan (2003) — Gemma
- Kirot sa Dibdib (2004) — Serena Luna