Delia Dueñas Smith (July 17, 1966 – May 31, 1985), better known as Pepsi Paloma, was a Filipino dancer and actress in the Philippines. She was one of the popular Softdrinks Beauties introduced in the 1980s along with Sarsi Emmanuelle and Coca Nicolas.

Pepsi Paloma’s troubled life ended when on May 31, 1985, the lifeless body of the young actress was found hanging in her closet with a “three-inch thick and 36-inch long cotton sash” tied around her neck.

Jan 10, 2025 · The story of Pepsi Paloma, born Delia Dueñas Smith, remains one of the most controversial chapters in Philippine entertainment history. This Filipino-American dancer and actress rose to fame as a “Softdrink Beauty” in the 1980s but faced scandal and tragedy.

Oct 13, 2024 · Pepsi Paloma (born Delia Duenas Smith) was a Filipino-American dancer and actress in the Philippines. She was one of the popular Softdrinks Beauties introduced in the 1980s along with Sarsi Emmanuelle and Coca Nicolas.

Jan 10, 2025 · Pepsi Paloma is a remarkable figure in Philippine pop culture history. Her life story weaves a narrative rich with both tragedy and enigma. Born in the 1960s, Pepsi gained notoriety as a dancer and actress, captivating audiences with her performances and undeniable charisma.

Jan 3, 2025 · Pepsi Paloma, born Delia Dueñas Smith on March 11, 1966, was a Filipino actress known for her roles in films such as Virgin People (1984) and The Victim (1982). She became famous as one of the “Soft Drink Beauties” in the early 1980s. Did …

On May 31, 1985, Paloma was found dead in her apartment, in an apparent suicide by hanging. According to the investigation by the police, the rape case was one factor in her suicide.