Victor Wood
Victor "Vic" Wood (born February 1, 1946 in Buhi, Camarines Sur, Philippines) is a [1] singer, actor and politician. His voice earned him various titles, including "Jukebox King" and "Plaka King".[citation needed]
Before becoming a singer, Wood starred in some productions of Sampaguita Pictures.
Biography
Victor Wood was born on February 1, 1946 in Buhi, Camarines Sur, Philippines[citation needed]
to Sgt. Kocky Wood and Rosario "Tiyang Saring" Nobleza. His mother was
well known in Buhi and neighboring towns for selling herbal medications
and perfumes. He studied and finished secondary school at Jose Abad
Santos High. His voice earned him various titles, including Jukebox King
and Plaka King.[citation needed] In the 1970s, his career bloomed. He loved the adulation and admiration of his fans and the media.
He and his family migrated to the US in 70’s, where he co-owned four
gasoline stations and was into real estate and landscaping. In addition,
he managed the $i.5-million Palm Plaza Restaurant.[citation needed]
He ran for the Senate of the Philippines during the 2007 Philippine general election, under the KBL banner, but lost.[citation needed]
Personal life
Wood has two children with his second wife, Ofelia Mercado Ponce, whom he met during his stay in the United States.[2] Together they have a son, Simon, and a daughter, Sydney Victoria.[2][3]
