Senator Ramon Bong Revilla Jr. paid tribute to the late veteran film producer and Philippine entertainment pillar Lily Yu Chu-Monteverde, more affectionately known as “Mother Lily” Monteverde, who passed away on Aug. 4, 2024, at 85.

In Revilla’s resolution that the Senate adopted, the chamber expresses its profound sympathy and sincere condolences on the demise of Monteverde and recognizes her magnificent talent and legendary artistry, which immensely contributed to the country’s arts and culture, especially in the film industry.

“Ang kanyang ‘di matatawarang kontribusyon sa pelikulang Pilipino ay laging magsisilbing inspirasyon at gabay sa marami pang henerasyon ng mga artista, direktor, at lahat ng nasa likod ng industriya. 

"Sa kanyang paglisan, mananatili siyang yaman ng industriya. Walang makapagpupuno ng iniwan niyang ambag hindi lang sa mundo ng entertainment industry, kundi sa puwang ng aming mga puso,” Revilla said, during a Senate session on Aug. 7.

Meanwhile, Congresswoman Lani. Mercado-Revilla, Sen. Bong's wife, also recently filed House Resolution No. 1852, which honors the life and legacy of Mother Lily Monteverde. 

In this resolution, Mother Lily is recognized as one of the pillars of the Philippine entertainment industry. 

As the founder of Regal Films, Mother Lily produced over 300 films throughout her career. 

The resolution reads, “She is ‘Mother’ to many generations of Filipino artists and filmmakers who have helped define what Philippine cinema is today.”