Tita Swarding
Filipino radio broadcaster and columnist (1952-2013) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Romulo Barrameda Espeña (November 22, 1952 – May 12, 2013), known as Tita Swarding (lit. 'Aunt Swarding'), was a Filipino radio broadcaster and columnist who worked for the Manila Broadcasting Company-owned DZRH.[1]
Tita Swarding | |
|---|---|
| Born | Romulo Barrameda Espeña November 22, 1952 Manila, Philippines |
| Died | May 12, 2013 (aged 60) |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Other names | Tita Swarding |
| Occupation(s) | Radio broadcaster, Broadcast journalist |
| Known for | Ooola, Chika! |
Tita Swarding was born on November 22, 1952, as Romulo Espeña. Swarding joined Manila Broadcasting Company-owned DZRH before it was shut down after the imposition of Martial Law on September 21, 1972.[2]
After Martial Law, Swarding returned to DZRH and resumed his broadcasting career.[3] Tita Swarding became the showbiz segment anchor of Balitang Bayan Numero Uno during the time of Joe Taruc and Rey Langit (later replaced by Tiya Dely Magpayo in 1992).[4]
Tita Swarding had a Sunday afternoon program entitled DZRH Showbiz Balita, which was aired after the station moved to Pasay.[5] Tita Swarding was also the Columnist of Pinoy Parazzi.[6]
At the age of 60, Tita Swarding suffered Emphysema and was rushed to the Quezon City General Hospital. He died on May 12, 2013.[7]
Radio
- Balitang Bayan Numero Uno (Showbiz segment)
- DZRH Showbiz Balita
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