April 2, 1917: Cesar Legaspi, National Artist in painting, was born in Tondo, Manila

On April 2, 1917, Cesar Torrente Legaspi a renowned Filipino artist, was born in Tondo, Manila. He was recognized as a National Artist in painting, a prestigious honor in the Philippines. Legaspi's work was not confined to the canvas; he also served as an art director before dedicating himself entirely to his visual art practice in the 1960s.