Bong Lapira

Bong Lapira
Born
Faustino L. Lapira

1940
Carcar, Cebu
DiedJune 8, 2017(2017-06-08) (aged 77)
OccupationBroadcaster
Years active1962-2008

Faustino "Bong" L. Lapira (1940 – 2017) was a pioneering Filipino broadcast journalist, news anchor, and radio personality. He was one of the most prominent figures in Philippine television news during the 1960s and 1970s, known for his authoritative delivery, polished diction, and gravitas.

Dubbed the "Walter Cronkite of the East" for his resonant voice and journalistic integrity, Lapira's career spanned nearly five decades, encompassing radio, television, and documentary production. He retired in 2008 and is remembered as an institution in Philippine broadcasting.

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