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wake for veteran actress Rosa Rosal draws loved ones, admirers

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Ganiel Krishnan

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<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1763383907921viber_image_2025-11-17_19-18-36-261.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/>ABS-CBN News</div>MANILA — The first night of the wake for veteran actress and celebrated humanitarian Rosa Rosal gathered family members, close friends, and supporters who came to honor the life of the iconic philanthropist. Rosal passed away at the age of 97.The Philippine Red Cross (PRC), where Rosal served for decades as a tireless advocate and member of its Board of Governors, announced her passing on November 15, a confirmation later echoed by her niece Rica Thio in a Facebook post.Inside the funeral chapel, the atmosphere was somber yet filled with gratitude as those whose lives Rosal touched shared stories about her boundless compassion.Her grandson William Thio paid tribute to “Mama Rose,” remembering her legacy of service and kindness.“Compassionate, giving, and caring. Caring without asking for anything in return. ‘Yan po talaga si Mama Rose. Tatak talaga sa akin, palagi niyang sinasabi, hindi kailangan maging politiko para tumulong ng tao,” he said.For generations, Rosal was known not only as a multi-awarded actress but as the face of humanitarian service in the Philippines, dedicating her life to blood donation campaigns, disaster response, and programs for the sick and vulnerable.As the wake continues in the coming days, tributes are expected to pour in from the entertainment industry, civic groups, and Filipinos whose lives were touched by her unwavering commitment to public service.

The first night of the wake for veteran actress and celebrated humanitarian Rosa Rosal gathered family members, close friends, and supporters who came to honor the life of the iconic philanthropist. Rosal passed away at the age of 97.

The first night of the wake for veteran actress and celebrated humanitarian Rosa Rosal gathered family members, close friends, and supporters who came to honor the life of the iconic philanthropist. Rosal passed away at the age of 97.

First day of wake for veteran actress Rosa Rosal draws loved ones, admirers

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First day of wake for veteran actress Rosa Rosal draws loved ones, admirers

Ganiel Krishnan,

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Published November 17, 2025 08:57 PM PHT

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