Biography
Tommy Abuel (born September 16, 1942) is an acclaimed Filipino actor across film, television, and theater. Originally trained as a lawyer, he established himself as a dominant dramatic figure during the Second Golden Age of Philippine Cinema. Abuel earned multiple accolades throughout his multi-decade career, including FAMAS Best Supporting Actor awards for his acclaimed performances in Manila in the Claws of Light (1975) and Karma (1981). His extensive film credits include classic feature films such as Diligin Mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na Lupa (1975), Insiang (1976), Bakit Manipis ang Ulap? (1985), and Dahas (1995). On television, he has appeared in prominent roles across long-running series including MariMar (2007), Ang Dalawang Mrs. Real (2014), FPJ's Ang Probinsyano (2018), and Lolong (2022).
Acted in 68
2020s
- 2025
- 2023
- 2021
Legal Wives
Asad Ampang Alonte · 80 episodes
2010s
- 2019
The Better Woman
Ronaldo Ibañez · 65 episodes
Gravity
Justino
- 2017
Destined to be Yours
Vicente Rosales III · 63 episodes
- 2014
Ang Dalawang Mrs. Real
Justino "Tino" Salazar, Sheila's father · 80 episodes
- 2013
Kahit Konting Pagtingin
Valerio "Manong Val" Cantada · 53 episodes
- 2012
Of All the Things
Movie
- 2010
Sabel
Edgardo de Dios · 72 episodes
2000s
- 2009
Last Viewing
Movie
- 2008
Lovebirds
Movie
- 2006
Don't Give Up On Us
Robert
- 2001
Bakat
Movie
- 2000
Senswal
Movie
1990s
- 1999
Esperanza: The Movie
Jaime
- 1997
Ipaglaban Mo: The Movie II
Tomas (episode 2)
- 1996
Mulanay: Sa Pusod Ng Paraiso
Movie
- 1995
Second Chances
Ben
The Marita Gonzaga Rape-Slay: In God We Trust!
Movie
- 1994
Forever
Gusting
The Untold Story: Vizconde Massacre II - May the Lord Be with Us!
Efren Montano
Relaks ka, Lang Sagot Kita
Movie
- 1993
Inay
Defense Attorney
Leonardo Delos Reyes: Alyas Waway
Ruther Batuigas
Lumuhod Ka Sa Lupa
Movie
The Vizconde Massacre: God, Help Us!
Efren Montano
- 1992
Akin ang Pangarap Mo
Movie
- 1990
Alyas Pogi: Birador ng Nueva Ecija
Erning
Lumaban ka! Sagot kita sa Diyos
Movie
1980s
- 1989
Immortal
Movie
Sa Kuko ng Agila
Lucio
Kahit Wala Ka Na
Movie
- 1988
Arsenio Cayanan: Alyas Boy Negro
Max Buan
- 1987
Walang Karugtong Ang Nakaraan
Movie
- 1986
Always and Forever
Movie
- 1985
God... Save Me!
Jaime
Why Are the Clouds Thin?
Antonio
Heartache City
Francis
Bituing Walang Ningning
Larry Calma
Magchumikap Ka!
Movie
- 1984
Bukas... May Pangarap
Movie
May Daga sa Labas ng Lungga
Manny Velez
Working Girls
Raul
May Lamok sa Loob ng Kulambo
Movie
Should the Skies Clear
Prosecutor
- 1983
A Tired, Angry Moon on a Restless Night
Suitor
To Love Again
Rodolfo
Palabra de Honor
Arthur
Friends in Love
Movie
- 1982
Gaano Kadalas ang Minsan?
Dr. Eufemio
T-Bird at Ako
Jake
- 1981
Karma
Movie
1970s
- 1979
Hermano Pule
Movie
- 1977
Lalaki, Babae Kami!
Movie
Mga Basag Na Kristal
Movie
Liwanag sa kabila ng dilim
Movie
- 1976
Divorce: Pilipino Style
Movie
Putik Ka Man... Sa Alabok Magbabalik
Movie
The Rites of May
Jun
- 1975
Diligin mo ng Hamog ang Uhaw na Lupa
Movie
Manila in the Claws of Light
Pol
- 1973
Dalawang Mukha ng Tagumpay
Movie
Paru-parong itim
Movie
Now and Forever
Movie
- 1972
Remembrance
Movie