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An alleged demonic possession occurred in May 1953 when Clarita Villanueva, a 17-year-old girl incarcerated at the Manila City Jail in the Philippines was said to have been bitten and tormented by two demonic entities and their followers.
When World War II ended, Clarita's mother suddenly died, leaving her an orphan at only twelve years old and with no immediate family to take her in after being abandoned by her elder brothers. Some say this was when she began her career as a child prostitute, despite the lack of supporting evidence.
Oct 31, 2023 · In May 1953, Clarita Villanueva, an 18-year-old native of Bacolod City, hogged headlines in the local and international scene. But this was not because of an achievement in sports or entertainment. She became famous in what would turn out to be the first recorded “legit” demonic possession case in Asia.
Jun 14, 2019 · 1. Clarita was one of the first cases, if not the first, of demonic possession in the Philippines. 2. The BBC has footage of the possession in its archives.
Jul 5, 2019 · The story of 17-year-old Clarita Villanueva—the first reported demonic possession in Asia--is the inspiration behind Black Sheep’s latest movie offering, “Clarita”, which locally has a total gross of over Php 70-million as of June 27.
Sep 3, 2021 · Hermogena Villahermosa, a 36-year-old housewife who lived on Calle Aviles in San Miguel, said she had been beaten by “The Thing” since 1950, with the most serious attack in 1952 that prompted her to have her injuries examined by X-ray.
Oct 28, 2022 · In the province of Negros Occidental, the bodies of 58-year-old Kevin Fleischauer, a former US Navy, and his Filipina wife, 60-year-old Lolly, were found inside a 20-feet deep well near their home after being missing for over two weeks.
Aug 13, 2017 · On May 12, 1953, when Dr. Lara came in contact with the inmate, he concluded that the bite marks were self-inflicted. But this flew in the face of several witnesses, including reporters, who observed the bite marks appearing on Clarita as they watched in stunned amazement.
Oct 17, 2023 · In May 1953, a teenager made it to the national headlines. 17 year old Clarita Villanueva was possessed by a demon and exorcised by Pastor Lester Sumrall. On May 19, 1953, the exorcism concluded.
Jul 8, 2019 · The story of 17-year-old Clarita Villanueva—the first reported demonic possession in Asia–is the inspiration behind Black Sheep’s latest movie offering, “Clarita”, which locally has a total gross of over Php 70-million as of June 27.
