Tony Carreon

Biography

Tony Carreon ( born June 30, 1926) was a prolific Filipino actor, born Juan Antonio Saiz Carrion on, in Manila, Philippines. His distinct appearance, reflecting his mixed Filipino heritage, often led to his casting in "mestizo" roles within the diverse landscape of Filipino cinema. Carreon built an extensive filmography throughout his career, showcasing his versatility across numerous productions. He is perhaps most widely recognized for his role as Mr. Carrion in the 1993 martial arts film "Angelfist." His career spanned many decades and he appeared in over 60 films. Some of his more well known roles were in the films "José Rizal" (1998), a historical drama, and "Sarah... ang munting prinsesa" (1995), a family film. He also appeared in the television series "A Dangerous Life." Standing at 1.83 meters, Tony Carreon contributed significantly to Filipino cinema, portraying diverse characters and leaving a lasting mark on the industry. He passed away on May 27, 2003, in the Philippines.

Most Known For

Batang Quiapo

as Don Julian

Stranglehold

as Captain Estrada

Angelfist

as Mr. Carrion

Zuma

as Minister

Dyesebel

Mang Kepweng

American Ninja

as Older Colombian

Pisil

as Tony Carreon

Sarah: The Little Princess

as Señor Francisco

Z-Man

Ang Lalaki... Ang Alamat... Ang Baril

José Rizal

as Dominican Friar

The Firing Line

as Minister Figueroa

Death Force

A Speck in the Water

as Lake Analyst

To Love Again

as Don Alfonso

Stryker

T-Bird at Ako

as Judge

The Muthers

as Monteiro

Bad Boy II