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2022 Year Ender: Local celebrities who passed away this year
Lance Paolo Lim
Published Dec 31, 2022 05:15 PM PHT
While there were so many reasons to celebrate this 2022, there were also moments when the entertainment industry mourned the loss of a beloved colleague.
While there were so many reasons to celebrate this 2022, there were also moments when the entertainment industry mourned the loss of a beloved colleague.
But it wasn’t just the showbiz industry that took a pause and marked a moment of silence to pay respects to these stars who passed away. The entire country also grieved their passing, offering their sympathy to the family and friends of these gems in local show business.
But it wasn’t just the showbiz industry that took a pause and marked a moment of silence to pay respects to these stars who passed away. The entire country also grieved their passing, offering their sympathy to the family and friends of these gems in local show business.
Here are some of the most popular celebrities who passed away this 2022:
Here are some of the most popular celebrities who passed away this 2022:
Don Pepot
November 6, 1933 - January 18, 2022
November 6, 1933 - January 18, 2022
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Don Pepot, whose real name is Ernesto Fajardo, died due to COVID-19 and acute respiratory failure at the age of 88.
Don Pepot, whose real name is Ernesto Fajardo, died due to COVID-19 and acute respiratory failure at the age of 88.
Having started a career in comedy as early as the ‘60s, Don Pepot was known to work alongside Pinoy comedy icons like Dolphy, Babalu, and Apeng Daldal. His last film was the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival entry Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote, at Si Ako. In 2005, he received the FAMAS Lou Salvador Sr. Memorial Award for his contributions to the film industry.
Having started a career in comedy as early as the ‘60s, Don Pepot was known to work alongside Pinoy comedy icons like Dolphy, Babalu, and Apeng Daldal. His last film was the 2012 Metro Manila Film Festival entry Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote, at Si Ako. In 2005, he received the FAMAS Lou Salvador Sr. Memorial Award for his contributions to the film industry.
Gloria Sevilla
January 31, 1932 - April 16, 2022
January 31, 1932 - April 16, 2022
Gloria died in her sleep in Oakland, USA at the age of 90.;
Gloria died in her sleep in Oakland, USA at the age of 90.;
Dubbed the Queen of Visayan movies in the ‘60s, Gloria appeared in films such as Badlis Sa Kinabuhi, Gimingaw Ako, at Madugong Paghihiganti. She also made a mark on television with her role as Manang Fe in the Richard Yap and Jodi Sta. Maria-starrer Be Careful with My Heart.
Dubbed the Queen of Visayan movies in the ‘60s, Gloria appeared in films such as Badlis Sa Kinabuhi, Gimingaw Ako, at Madugong Paghihiganti. She also made a mark on television with her role as Manang Fe in the Richard Yap and Jodi Sta. Maria-starrer Be Careful with My Heart.
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Fanny Serrano
February 1, 1948 - May 10, 2022
February 1, 1948 - May 10, 2022
Fanny, whose real name is Felix Mariano Fausto Jr.,passed away at the age of 74 due to a massive stroke.
Fanny, whose real name is Felix Mariano Fausto Jr.,passed away at the age of 74 due to a massive stroke.
He is known for being a celebrity stylist and makeup artist.
He is known for being a celebrity stylist and makeup artist.
Susan Roces
July 28, 1941 - May 20, 2022
July 28, 1941 - May 20, 2022
Susan Roces died at the age of 80 due to cardiopulmonary arrest.
Susan Roces died at the age of 80 due to cardiopulmonary arrest.
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Susan’s first film was Mga Bituin ng Kinabukasan which came out in 1952 while her last film was Mano Po 2: My Home released in 2003. While she stopped doing films since then, she has been actively doing shows, with her role as Flora “Lola Kap” S. Borja-de Leon on FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano being one of her most notable roles.
Susan’s first film was Mga Bituin ng Kinabukasan which came out in 1952 while her last film was Mano Po 2: My Home released in 2003. While she stopped doing films since then, she has been actively doing shows, with her role as Flora “Lola Kap” S. Borja-de Leon on FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano being one of her most notable roles.
Phillip Lazaro
June 12, 1971 - July 11, 2022
June 12, 1971 - July 11, 2022
Phillip died at the age of 51 due to multiple organ failures.
Phillip died at the age of 51 due to multiple organ failures.
Known for being a stand-up comedian, he also served as a director for several television shows.
Known for being a stand-up comedian, he also served as a director for several television shows.
Caloy Alde
July 28, 1961 - July 22, 2022
July 28, 1961 - July 22, 2022
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Caloy passed away at the age of 60 due to a "massive heart attack."
Caloy passed away at the age of 60 due to a "massive heart attack."
He appeared in various films and TV shows throughout his career, with some of his notable works being No Read, No Write, Sgt. Larry Layar, Ogag the TV show, and Tropang Trumpo, among others.
He appeared in various films and TV shows throughout his career, with some of his notable works being No Read, No Write, Sgt. Larry Layar, Ogag the TV show, and Tropang Trumpo, among others.
Cherie Gil
June 21, 1963 - August 5, 2022
June 21, 1963 - August 5, 2022
Cherie passed away at the age of 59 after battling with endometrial cancer.
Cherie passed away at the age of 59 after battling with endometrial cancer.
READ: Celebrities pay tribute to Cherie Gil
Dubbed La Primera Contravida, Cherie gave life to Bituing Walang Ningning’s Lavinia Arguelles. She had won multiple acting awards throughout her lifetime including some from the Metro Manila Film Festival, PMPC Star Awards, Famas, Gawad Urian, ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards, and the Madrid International Film Festival.
Dubbed La Primera Contravida, Cherie gave life to Bituing Walang Ningning’s Lavinia Arguelles. She had won multiple acting awards throughout her lifetime including some from the Metro Manila Film Festival, PMPC Star Awards, Famas, Gawad Urian, ASEAN International Film Festival and Awards, and the Madrid International Film Festival.
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Danny Javier
August 6, 1947 - October 31, 2022
August 6, 1947 - October 31, 2022
Danny died at the age of 75 due to cardiac arrest at the National Kidney Transplant Institute.
Danny died at the age of 75 due to cardiac arrest at the National Kidney Transplant Institute.
Danny was most notably known as a member of the legendary OPM band APO Hiking Society whose songs served as the soundtrack of many people’s lives. Hits such as “Panalangin,” “When I Met You,” “Yakap sa Dilim,” and “Blue Jeans" have inspired and entertained generations of listeners even decades after they were written.
Danny was most notably known as a member of the legendary OPM band APO Hiking Society whose songs served as the soundtrack of many people’s lives. Hits such as “Panalangin,” “When I Met You,” “Yakap sa Dilim,” and “Blue Jeans" have inspired and entertained generations of listeners even decades after they were written.
Flora Gasser
November 28, 1932 - November 19, 2022
November 28, 1932 - November 19, 2022
Flora died at the age of 89. Her family did not disclose the cause of her death.
Flora died at the age of 89. Her family did not disclose the cause of her death.
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Flora’s acting career spanned over four decades. In 2020, she played the lead role in the short film Nene which is the story of a retired painter and her attempt to finish the final painting of her lifetime. The film has since been part of over a dozen film festivals abroad and has already won international recognition.
Flora’s acting career spanned over four decades. In 2020, she played the lead role in the short film Nene which is the story of a retired painter and her attempt to finish the final painting of her lifetime. The film has since been part of over a dozen film festivals abroad and has already won international recognition.
Sylvia La Torre
June 4, 1933 - December 1, 2022
June 4, 1933 - December 1, 2022
Sylvia died in her sleep at the age of 89.
Sylvia died in her sleep at the age of 89.
Dubbed the Queen of Kundiman, Sylvia made waves in the music and film industry as early as when she was five years old. She performed in the 1941 film, Ang Maestra, when she was just seven. Soon after, she performed in theaters and was a regular at the Manila Grand Opera House.
Dubbed the Queen of Kundiman, Sylvia made waves in the music and film industry as early as when she was five years old. She performed in the 1941 film, Ang Maestra, when she was just seven. Soon after, she performed in theaters and was a regular at the Manila Grand Opera House.
Jovit Baldivino
October 16, 1993 - December 9, 2022
October 16, 1993 - December 9, 2022
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Jovit died at the age of 29 due to stroke complications.
Jovit died at the age of 29 due to stroke complications.
After winning Pilipinas Got Talent, Jovit went on to release several albums, a number of which reached platinum status. His rendition of the song “Pusong Bato” even became the soundtrack of the ABS-CBN series Juan dela Cruz. His most requested songs also include “Ika’y Mahal Pa Rin”, Journey’s “Faithfully” and Queen’s “Too Much Love Will Kill You”.
After winning Pilipinas Got Talent, Jovit went on to release several albums, a number of which reached platinum status. His rendition of the song “Pusong Bato” even became the soundtrack of the ABS-CBN series Juan dela Cruz. His most requested songs also include “Ika’y Mahal Pa Rin”, Journey’s “Faithfully” and Queen’s “Too Much Love Will Kill You”.
Jovit is survived by his two daughters from previous relationships, Zody and Akeaya. He also left behind fiancé Camille Ann Miguel, his siblings, and his parents.
Jovit is survived by his two daughters from previous relationships, Zody and Akeaya. He also left behind fiancé Camille Ann Miguel, his siblings, and his parents.
Who among your favorite celebrities who already passed away do you miss the most?
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Cherie Gil
Danny Javier
fanny serrano
jovit baldivino
sylvia la torre
flora gasser
caloy alde
philip lazaro
susan roces
gloria sevilla
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