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Tata Esteban

Tata Esteban (born Steve Paolo Regala; September 28, 1954 – September 10, 2003) was a Filipino producer-director. He is known for the critically acclaimed 1984 film Alapaap and production of Philippine bold films.

Tata Esteban

Name
Tata Esteban
Birth Name
Steve Paolo Regala
Born
28 September 1954
Birthplace
Manila, Philippines
Died
10 September 2003
Place of death
Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City, Philippines
Occupation
Film director, film producer, actor
Spouse
Imelda Sancho-Regala
Nationality
Philippines
Education
University of Baguio

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Tata Esteban (born Steve Paolo Regala; September 28, 1954 – September 10, 2003) was a Filipino producer-director. He is known for the critically acclaimed 1984 film Alapaap and production of Philippine bold films.

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Tata Esteban (1954–2003) was a Filipino composer and film director. The composer was born in Manila. Tata Esteban studied at University of Baguio.

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  1. 01Biography
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