Athletes, colleagues mourn Chino Trinidad’s passing
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Athletes, colleagues mourn Chino Trinidad’s passing
Several personalities, athletes, and colleagues took to social media to pay tribute to the late veteran sports journalist Chino Trinidad.
Several personalities, athletes, and colleagues took to social media to pay tribute to the late veteran sports journalist Chino Trinidad.
On his official social media account, former Senator and boxing champ Manny Pacquiao expressed his condolences on the death of his friend.
On his official social media account, former Senator and boxing champ Manny Pacquiao expressed his condolences on the death of his friend.
“Deeply saddened by the loss of my friend, Chino Trinidad. Chino was more than a great journalist; he was a true patriot who loved Philippine sports with all his heart. His honesty and dedication inspired many. Thank you, Chino, for everything. Rest in peace. 🙏 (Philippine flag emojji),” he said in a post.
“Deeply saddened by the loss of my friend, Chino Trinidad. Chino was more than a great journalist; he was a true patriot who loved Philippine sports with all his heart. His honesty and dedication inspired many. Thank you, Chino, for everything. Rest in peace. 🙏 (Philippine flag emojji),” he said in a post.
Award-winning and veteran journalist Jessica Soho also paid tribute to Chino with whom she worked for several sports coverages.
Award-winning and veteran journalist Jessica Soho also paid tribute to Chino with whom she worked for several sports coverages.
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“For that indelible interview you gave me for KAMAO, my I-Witness documentary on ring deaths—- to our lively Q and A banters on my news program State of the Nation with Jessica Soho and for all your hard work, love, and passion for Philippine sports. I will miss you Chino, maraming salamat. Paalam,” she penned, attaching some photos from their previous airing together.
“For that indelible interview you gave me for KAMAO, my I-Witness documentary on ring deaths—- to our lively Q and A banters on my news program State of the Nation with Jessica Soho and for all your hard work, love, and passion for Philippine sports. I will miss you Chino, maraming salamat. Paalam,” she penned, attaching some photos from their previous airing together.
Journalist Arnold Clavio also posted a video compilation bidding his final farewell to Chino.
Journalist Arnold Clavio also posted a video compilation bidding his final farewell to Chino.
“Wala na Chino Trinidad . 🥲,” he said. “Kinumusta mo pa ako noong June 15 , ilang araw matapos ako ay nagkaroon ng hemorrhagic stroke . 🥲 Rest in peace bro . Enjoy your journey . Paki-kumusta mo na rin kami kay ama , Mike Enriquez . Paalam . 🙏🙏🙏.”
“Wala na Chino Trinidad . 🥲,” he said. “Kinumusta mo pa ako noong June 15 , ilang araw matapos ako ay nagkaroon ng hemorrhagic stroke . 🥲 Rest in peace bro . Enjoy your journey . Paki-kumusta mo na rin kami kay ama , Mike Enriquez . Paalam . 🙏🙏🙏.”
Kapuso radio show host and broadcaster Connie Sison also wrote, “You will be sorely missed my friend. I will always treasure our Pacquiao coverages abroad. Rest now in our heavenly Father’s arms, Chino🙏🥲.”
Kapuso radio show host and broadcaster Connie Sison also wrote, “You will be sorely missed my friend. I will always treasure our Pacquiao coverages abroad. Rest now in our heavenly Father’s arms, Chino🙏🥲.”
Founder of Sports Professionals Network PH Dino Lee also recalled Chino’s impact on the Philippine sports community.
Founder of Sports Professionals Network PH Dino Lee also recalled Chino’s impact on the Philippine sports community.
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“Today, Philippine Sports has sadly lost one of its great ones. Words can’t express what @manolofrommanila stood and fought for when most, who had a voice, opted not to speak and act out,” he said.
“Today, Philippine Sports has sadly lost one of its great ones. Words can’t express what @manolofrommanila stood and fought for when most, who had a voice, opted not to speak and act out,” he said.
He added, “Bago pa man mangyari to, alam kong andami mo pang gustong gawin para makatulong sa minamahal nating Philippine Sports. Wag ka magalala Comm. Itutuloy ko ang laban mo. Trust that the passion and the fight you had until your very last breath will continue on through me.”
He added, “Bago pa man mangyari to, alam kong andami mo pang gustong gawin para makatulong sa minamahal nating Philippine Sports. Wag ka magalala Comm. Itutuloy ko ang laban mo. Trust that the passion and the fight you had until your very last breath will continue on through me.”
Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao also remembered how he and Chino had something in common, making them build a good camaraderie in the sports community throughout the years.
Rain or Shine coach Yeng Guiao also remembered how he and Chino had something in common, making them build a good camaraderie in the sports community throughout the years.
“Chino and I have been very close. Magkasama kami noong nagstart ako ng (sports) broadcasting… We actually believe in the same things, same wavelength, same advocacies… We talked about a lot of things in sports, a lot of things in basketball. Although hindi kami magkatugma 100 percent, siguro 90 percent magkatugma yung mga ideas namin and opinions… It was really good to be conversing with him… Very expressive siya sa mga ideas niya, passionate siya, that’s one thing I like. Hindi siya takot magsabi ng nasa isip niya,” he said in an interview with Inquirer Sports.
“Chino and I have been very close. Magkasama kami noong nagstart ako ng (sports) broadcasting… We actually believe in the same things, same wavelength, same advocacies… We talked about a lot of things in sports, a lot of things in basketball. Although hindi kami magkatugma 100 percent, siguro 90 percent magkatugma yung mga ideas namin and opinions… It was really good to be conversing with him… Very expressive siya sa mga ideas niya, passionate siya, that’s one thing I like. Hindi siya takot magsabi ng nasa isip niya,” he said in an interview with Inquirer Sports.
Another sports journalist, Quinito Henson, also posted some memories he shared with his late roommate.
Another sports journalist, Quinito Henson, also posted some memories he shared with his late roommate.
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“I’m shocked & deeply saddened when I learned Chino passed last night … you could never doubt his passion for sports … Chino was outspoken, opinionated & stood by his principles & beliefs, no matter the odds … he made it a personal commitment to pay tribute to our Filipino sports legends & heroes that they never be forgotten,” he said.
“I’m shocked & deeply saddened when I learned Chino passed last night … you could never doubt his passion for sports … Chino was outspoken, opinionated & stood by his principles & beliefs, no matter the odds … he made it a personal commitment to pay tribute to our Filipino sports legends & heroes that they never be forgotten,” he said.
Last Saturday, July 13, Chino’s family confirmed the sudden death of the 56-year-old sportscaster.
Last Saturday, July 13, Chino’s family confirmed the sudden death of the 56-year-old sportscaster.
In a statement, Chino's children paid tribute to their father: “A passionate member of the media and sports community. Known to many through his storytelling, he never stopped sharing the greatness of Filipinos. He was a loving husband and a supportive father. He will truly be missed.”
In a statement, Chino's children paid tribute to their father: “A passionate member of the media and sports community. Known to many through his storytelling, he never stopped sharing the greatness of Filipinos. He was a loving husband and a supportive father. He will truly be missed.”
As per reports, Chino succumbed to a heart attack en route to a meeting at Newport World Resorts with Efren “Bata” Reyes and other personalities. He was rushed to San Juan de Dios Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
As per reports, Chino succumbed to a heart attack en route to a meeting at Newport World Resorts with Efren “Bata” Reyes and other personalities. He was rushed to San Juan de Dios Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
His family took to social media their appreciation for messages and condolences extended to their family.
His family took to social media their appreciation for messages and condolences extended to their family.
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“Hello friends and family. We are all very overwhelmed with your messages of love and support through this very difficult time,” they said in a post.
“Hello friends and family. We are all very overwhelmed with your messages of love and support through this very difficult time,” they said in a post.
They also shared the location of Chino’s wake to celebrate his life.
They also shared the location of Chino’s wake to celebrate his life.
“We want to invite you all as we celebrate Chino’s life.
“We want to invite you all as we celebrate Chino’s life.
Loc: Sanctuarium (739 Gregorio Araneta Ave, QC)
Loc: Sanctuarium (739 Gregorio Araneta Ave, QC)
Dates: July 15 (6pm - 12am)
Dates: July 15 (6pm - 12am)
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July 16 - 19 (10am - 12am)
July 16 - 19 (10am - 12am)
♥️💙💛,” they added.
♥️💙💛,” they added.
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