Nora Aunor, the Superstar of Philippine cinema, died on Wednesday, April 16, at the age of 71. What would you remember most about her craft, her career, her character?
The cause of her death has yet to be disclosed. She was married to actor Christopher de León from 1975 to 1996 and is survived by their children, Lotlot, Ian, Matet, Kiko, and Kenneth de León.
The sudden loss of Jaclyn Jose saddened the Philippine Entertainment Industry. The cause of death was a heart attack. Jaclyn Jose, born as Mary Jane Santa Ana Guck, received international acclaim when she won Best Actress in Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first ever Filipino to receive it.
She starred famously in the Batang Quiapo drama series as the antagonist Dolores Espinas. Even before, she played antagonist roles convincingly well. Her family found her in her Quezon City home March 3, 2024. The family has stated they will share details soon, and is requesting privacy during their time of grief.
WATCH: Andi Eigenmann confirmed in a press conference that her mom Jaclyn Jose passed away due to myocardial infarction or heart attack on the morning of March 2. pic.twitter.com/DylsAybatk
Jaclyn Jose’s role in Ma’Rosa (2016) was of a mother trying to make ends meet by selling crystal meth. She plays Rosa, a mother of three children. Her daughter Andi Eigenmann also played in the film as one of Rosa’s children.
Jaclyn Jose’s role in Ma’Rosa (2016)
Jaclyn Jose is originally from Angeles, Pampanga. She grew up with six siblings. Her mother was also an actress, as well as her sister Veronica Jones. The police say no foul play has been involved in the incident. The official statement from the bereaved family confirms the investigation.