Marie Rachel Salman Taleon, born on March 4, 1969, is a multifaceted Filipino artist, exceling as a film-television actress, host, and commercial model. Throughout her illustrious career, she has garnered numerous accolades, solidifying her position as a leading figure in the Philippine entertainment industry.
Zulueta's impressive repertoire of awards includes the prestigious Filipino Academy of Movies Arts and Sciences (FAMAS) honors for Best Lead Actress for Hihintayin Kita sa Langit and Best Supporting Actress for Una Kang Naging Akin, both received in 1991. She also took home the Supporting Actress of the Year award from the Film Academy of the Philippines for Una Kang Naging Akin, as well as the Box Office Queen of 1994 title from the Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Foundation Entertainment Award for her starring role in the highest-grossing film of that year, The Maggie Dela Riva Story...God Why Me?
Her impressive list of Best Actress honors extends to the 1993 Metro Manila Film Festival for Kung Mawawala Ka Pa, the 1993 FAMAS for Kung Mawawala Ka Pa, and the 1994 Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Movies for Buhay ng Buhay Ko. Moreover, she has received multiple nominations from the prestigious Manunuri ng Pelikulang Pilipino (MPP) Gawad Urian for both lead and supporting roles.
In 1996, Zulueta starred alongside Sheryl Cruz and Charlene Gonzales in the hit drama-vengeance film Ikaw Naman Ang Iiyak for Viva Films, cementing her status as a lead actress. This role marked a significant turning point in her career, paving the way for future opportunities.
Zulueta's talent and dedication have not gone unnoticed, with notable publications acknowledging her achievements. A 1996 Manila Times article named her as the 10th Best Filipino Actress from 1970 to 1996, while a 1999 Manila Standard article listed her as one of the Top 10 Actresses of the 1990s.
In addition to her film and television work, Zulueta has also explored the world of stage productions, taking on the lead role in the 2010 musicale A Little Night Music. Throughout her extensive career, she has consistently demonstrated her versatility and range as an artist, solidifying her position as a beloved and respected figure in the Philippine entertainment industry.
