Philip Supnet
Philip Supnet | |
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| Born | Doughlas Arthur Supnet May 26, 1959 |
| Died | December 22, 2025 (aged 66) |
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| Occupation | Actor-comedian |
| Years active | 1980s–2002, 2023 |
| Known for | Role of Kuhol of the Mongolian Barbecue franchise |
Doughlas Arthur Supnet (May 26, 1959 – December 22, 2025), professionally known as Philip Supnet, was a Filipino comedian and actor.[1] He was also known as Kuhol after the character he played in Mongolian Barbecue.
Early life
[edit]Doughlas Arthur Supnet was born on May 26, 1959.[2]
Career
[edit]Philip Supnet as a comedian-actor became known by the name "Kuhol" due to his thick lips.[2] He is also known for his small stature.[3]
"Kuhol" is the name of the character Supnet was best known for. Kuhol was the sidekick of Jun Urbano's Mr. Shooli in the 1980s political satire Mongolian Barbecue.[4][3][2][5]
His other appearances in film include Juan Tamad at Mr. Shooli: Mongolian Barbecue (1991), Juan & Ted: Wanted (2000) and Walang Iwanan... Peksman! (2002). His last role was in the 2023 film Nagalit Ang Patay sa Haba ng Lamay: Da Resbak.[5][6]
Later life and death
[edit]In 2007, Supnet was a Barangay councilor in North Fairview, Quezon City. He was reportedly married but bore no child from the union and later separated from his wife.[7]
In April 2018, Supnet was detained by the police for child abuse after allegedly kissing his 10-year old goddaughter in the lips.[8][9][10]
Due to family issues, Supnet later became homeless taking shelter in a multi-cab vehicle owned by Barangay North Fairview government. He relied on friends within the community and begging to keep living.[7]
Supnet died on December 22, 2025, due to complications from hyperthyroidism and pneumonia.[6]
References
[edit]- ↑ Valdez, Jasper (December 24, 2025). "Comedian Kuhol dies at 66". Manila Standard. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- 1 2 3 Baylon, Khryzztine Joy (December 24, 2025). "Comedian Kuhol dies at 66". PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- 1 2 "Mahal and Kuhol in 'Tunay na Buhay'". SunStar. SunStar Publishing Inc. February 28, 2013. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- ↑ "Celebrity advocates for clean elections". Manila Standard. August 24, 1992. p. 14. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- 1 2 Requintina, Robert (December 24, 2025). "Comedian Kuhol passes away at 66". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- 1 2 Severo, Jan Milo (December 24, 2025). "Comedian Kuhol dies at 66". The Philippine Star. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- 1 2 'Tao Po': 'Kuhol' nais mabigyan ng pagkakataong makaarte muli [Kuhol wishes for chance to act again] (in Filipino). ABS-CBN. March 1, 2025 – via YouTube.
- ↑ Leonen, Julius (April 14, 2018). "'Kuhol' arrested for child abuse in QC". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- ↑ Tupas, Emmanuel (April 15, 2018). "Ex-actor charged for molesting goddaughter". The Philippine Star. Retrieved December 25, 2025.
- ↑ "Comedian Philip Kuhol Supnet arrested for child abuse". PEP.ph. Philippine Entertainment Portal, Inc. April 14, 2018. Retrieved December 25, 2025.