Tirso Silvano Cruz III, known professionally as Tirso Cruz III, was born on April 1, 1952, in Manila, Philippines, and is a Filipino actor and singer. His breakthrough in the music industry came when he released the albums Tirso Cruz III and By Special Request in 1969. Throughout his career, Cruz has been recognized for his contributions to both film and music, earning notable awards such as the FAMAS Award and Gawad Urian Award. He has also held significant positions within the Filipino entertainment industry, including serving as the Chairperson of the Film Development Council of the Philippines from July 2022 until his resignation in March 2024.
